They're just mad that they didn't start doing it first. If you noticed, first they're talk down on it in hopes that you stop. Then they will turn around and do the same thing and pretend they came up with it.
A 2013 CL550 in July 2022 is commanding upwards of 45000 USD and a Similarly equipped 4 Door S550 is going for 13 to 17 Thousand Dollars. The CL Class be it the 560 CEL W126 to the modern iteration of the W220, 221, 222 are arguably the best looking benz in my opinion. A 2006 G WAGON for around 40 Grand and a W221 CL550 would make for a great classic combo for a middle aged man.
This model benz is a must have because mercedes discontinued it in 2012 so they are very affordable now. Mercedes also discontinued the s-coupe as well and that is a must have also but they are holding value right now.