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posted by  Rtilghman on  Thu Jan 10 05:15 CST 2002
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The GLE (700 non-turbo) is better than the 244 on pick-up, partly because its lighter (those 200s are HEAVY).

However, I would suggest that you NOT buy the GLE, and wait to see if you can get a turbo (744ti, 745ti). The acceleration/power is much better, the resale value is higher (not that any of us would sell them when they still run), and its a bit more fun to drive. I also feel its a safer car given your ability to move when you need to (acceleration can save your life), but thats MHO.

The only minus with the turbo is that if and when the turbo dies (they last about 160k) it can be an expensive fix (and there is now practical way to run a turbo without a turbo). However, at a 160k average lifespan you're probably looking at buying one turbo (if the one you get hasn't been replaced).

-Rick






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