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2024 Mercedes-AMG GT 55 Coupe
carbuzz ^ | 12/04/2023 | Karl Furlong

Posted on 12/05/2023 11:58:20 AM PST by ChicagoConservative27

The new Mercedes-AMG GT 55 Coupe may not be the hottest version of the AMG coupe that rivals the Porsche 911 (that honor goes to the GT 63), but it's still a potent and gorgeously styled sports coupe. The 4.0-liter turbocharged V8 doles out 469 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque in this application, enough for a 3.8-second 0-60 sprint. The character of the V8 should once again separate the GT from its competitors. Other changes for this generation of the GT 55 include a more practical 2+2 seating layout and the latest MBUX infotainment system. The lavish interior mirrors the SL's, which is no bad thing. Is the GT 55 the pick of the bunch or should you spend more on the 63?

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TOPICS: Business/Economy; Chit/Chat; Reference; Society
KEYWORDS: 2024; amg; automotive; coupe; mercedes
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1 posted on 12/05/2023 11:58:20 AM PST by ChicagoConservative27
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To: ChicagoConservative27

To be purchased and driven by those too old to use.

They will creep around like 911s, might as well be Priaps drivers.


2 posted on 12/05/2023 12:06:50 PM PST by doorgunner69 (When tyranny becomes law, rebellion becomes duty)
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To: ChicagoConservative27
I was thinking about getting a used but late model Mercedes recently and spoke to my mechanic about it (he has much experience with German cars as well as others. He owns the garage.).

He said he wouldn't recommend Mercs or BMW's lately. Many problems, particularly with trannies.

3 posted on 12/05/2023 12:09:44 PM PST by RoosterRedux (A person who seeks the truth with a strong bias will never find it. He will only confirm his bias.)
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To: RoosterRedux

“ Many problems, particularly with trannies.”
Yea no kidding, those trannies are really running amuck!


4 posted on 12/05/2023 12:14:44 PM PST by 9422WMR
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To: doorgunner69

Class envy.


5 posted on 12/05/2023 12:18:40 PM PST by Cobra64 (Common sense isn’t common anymore)
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To: ChicagoConservative27

It looks OK although it’s not “quite right” as far as I’m concerned. There is something besides nostalgia that is missing in the new Mercedes but was present in spades in the mid-50’s 300 SL Gullwing Coupe.


6 posted on 12/05/2023 12:20:00 PM PST by oldplayer
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To: ChicagoConservative27

I’ll take a 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SL Roadster 4-Speed Convertible, but they are as expensive :(


7 posted on 12/05/2023 12:26:12 PM PST by 1Old Pro
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To: oldplayer

I’d like to have an alloy Gullwing Coupe but ....


8 posted on 12/05/2023 12:27:39 PM PST by gloryblaze
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To: Cobra64

I spent mine buying a second home in Arizona. No need for ego baubles.


9 posted on 12/05/2023 12:30:05 PM PST by doorgunner69 (When tyranny becomes law, rebellion becomes duty)
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To: RoosterRedux

My dentist(who owns a 190SL) said the same thing when I inquired about early 2000’s SL 500s & 550s.

His dad actually bought the 190 SL brand new in 1967. He kept it for years and eventually sold it to a friend. His son(my current dentist) bought it from that friend. So, he has all the records on the car from the time it came from Germany.

He advised me IF I wanted to buy an SL to purchase a 1980s version because they were still all analog.


10 posted on 12/05/2023 12:41:17 PM PST by woodbutcher1963
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To: woodbutcher1963
The 1980 450SLs are still reasonably priced. $10-15K range if lucky.

Great cars. Not as classic as the earlier models but still very nice...particularly considering the price.

11 posted on 12/05/2023 12:56:24 PM PST by RoosterRedux (A person who seeks the truth with a strong bias will never find it. He will only confirm his bias.)
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To: ChicagoConservative27

17 mpg!


12 posted on 12/05/2023 1:12:18 PM PST by moovova ("The NEXT election is the most important election of our lifetimes!“ LOL...)
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To: ChicagoConservative27

By a 911 and actually drive it like it’s meant to be driven. I’ve had Mercedez, worst car I ever owned, three BMW’s and now we have a Porsche SUV and the 911. It’s 10 years old and every bit of fun to drive as when new. Tracked it at Watkins Glen also for the experience. You need to do that once just to understand how good the car is designed and easy to drive fast.


13 posted on 12/05/2023 1:41:32 PM PST by Integrityingovt (God is in control, remember that)
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To: 1Old Pro

“I’ll take a 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SL Roadster 4-Speed Convertible, but they are as expensive :(”


There are a few 5-speeds...a bit more $$$


14 posted on 12/05/2023 2:40:35 PM PST by BBB333 (The Power Of Trump Compels You!)
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To: moovova

“17 mpg!”


Our ‘71 300SEL 6.3 got 11 MPG and had less HP.

It did blow the doors off of a Boss 409 once...


15 posted on 12/05/2023 2:52:55 PM PST by BBB333 (The Power Of Trump Compels You!)
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To: ChicagoConservative27

Gorgous styling...not a fan of the color

16 posted on 12/05/2023 2:57:25 PM PST by newfreep ("There is no race problem...just a problem race")
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To: ChicagoConservative27

Nice car with only 100 can-bus modules to fail.


17 posted on 12/05/2023 5:07:48 PM PST by VTenigma (Conspiracy theory is the new "spoiler alert")
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To: newfreep

Reminds me of the Jaguar “F”?? type Budget gave me instead of the compact.

Damn thing took me 5 or more minutes to get familiarized.

Goofy side mirrors on motors, dash comes up on motors, visibility was the pits. Weird shifter and on...

Nervous as hell getting out of the multi story rental garage.

No way would i buy such a electrified gee-whiz ego machine. Rather buy a vintage 911 of some heritage. Meant for drivers rather than pimps.


18 posted on 12/05/2023 9:03:06 PM PST by doorgunner69 (When tyranny becomes law, rebellion becomes duty)
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To: RoosterRedux

This is IMHO the best one currently available on EBAY:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/204550372901?_trkparms=amclksrc%3DITM%26aid%3D777008%26algo%3DPERSONAL.TOPIC%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20230811125216%26meid%3D5d95d643473c4568a7dd05efb5518d63%26pid%3D101771%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D1%26mehot%3Dnone%26itm%3D204550372901%26pmt%3D0%26noa%3D1%26pg%3D4375194%26algv%3DWatchlistVariantWithMLR&_trksid=p4375194.c101771.m47999&_trkparms=parentrq%3A3f6e601118c0ab96d86338f5ffffcac6%7Cpageci%3Adb1830ec-943f-11ee-9c52-0ef3a06b14c3%7Ciid%3A1%7Cvlpname%3Avlp_homepage


19 posted on 12/06/2023 6:02:39 AM PST by woodbutcher1963
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To: doorgunner69
Rather buy a vintage 911 of some heritage.

My favorite 911, I think around 1972, Lime Green. http://www.356-911.com/modelinfo/911colours/chartrusegreen73500.jpg

20 posted on 12/06/2023 6:08:53 AM PST by 1Old Pro
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