MB Fanatic

Pssshhh the party already started at my place lol. I am opening a new Glen Livet Cask Strength 1972 from the Cellar Collection as we speak.

MomsBenz

I am on my way


Nish-Let's party

MB Fanatic

If you all drive to SC let me know. The house is full but the hotel isn't.

I have a 1959 Cask Strength that I am dying to open. Make it happen gents/gals.

oknish

I am up for a drive to the East Coast. Plus, since Jack's sister is also in SC who knows he may drive and join us too.



Jokes aside though, who all is up for a holiday meet in SoCal. Mom, Fanatic and me makes three. Anyone else?

While talking of meets, don't forget this one.

Newbie_2_MB

I'm up for a SoCal meet. Would have to be in December...I'll be in NYC Nov. 24 - Dec. 2.

MB Fanatic

I meant San Clemente Nish. South Carolina is a bit too far and that calls for flying only.

December is baaad timing. That means going to India as usual.

CommanderCody

MB,

I've also been following your plight on the forums (been lurking a lot these days), and I'm glad you're finally going to get the opportunity to enjoy your GL, rather than worry about mechanical problems and dealer headaches.

Trust me, you'll love the Pewter/Mac combo if you choose to go that route. They should make it a 550 with all you've been through

-CC

nantucketsleigh

Great news and good luck with the new one. I have a pewter and mac interior 450 and have been pleasantly surprised how easy it is to keep clean inside and out - it hides dirt a lot better than my E with a black interior.

MomsBenz

Thanks! I was joking around with my husband last night about upgrading to the 550. We'll see I wanted the Pewter originally but of course they didn't have any on the lot and I wasn't patient enough to order I absolutely love the color. I kinda want black interior (3 messy kids) but will be happy with a car that starts


nantucketsleigh-I have only seen the Pewter in person once and absolutely loved it. I might go driving around this week and see if I can see one again before I make the final decision. I like the silver, but since I bought mine 3 other people have bought the same one in my small town. Now I want to be different

MomsBenz

Ahh, India for the holidays, how nice! I can wait, I want you all to see the new ride. I am sure they will take the full 60 days to figure this out

MomsBenz

I just got a call from ISG! I had to fax a few items (lease agreement and registration) and they are going to email me the breakdown of my $$ back! They said it takes 2 weeks from signed agreement to cash in hand! Woo hoo! I better call my Walter's and tell them to get the new one clean and ready!!

pateljb

I had my 2007 V8 Vantage Roadster bought back by Aston Martin due to a paint flaw after 4 months of ownership. It always pays to "advertise on forums like this" to help your message get across much faster. Of course being persistent helps too.

Congrats, hopefully this time around things will be much better!

JimBarnhart

This is a long way from California, but here's a 2008 pewter/mac in Minnesota. It looks like a faily plain Jane.

http://mercedes.maplewoodimports.com...f165680e0e89a5

I'm mostly just having fun helping you shop.

MomsBenz

Ohh, so pretty. I am convinced now I want Pewter. I found an '09 at Penske MB. It is Pewter/black pretty much loaded (P2, RES, tow package, iPod integration, appearance package, chrome cross bars, keyless go, etc.) The only thing is had that I didn't like was running boards. Wonder if I can take those off? MSRP was $71,623. Don't know how hard they are dealing on '09's.

MomsBenz

This forum has helped me in SO many ways! Bummer about your paint, that had to be frustrating. I pray this go around is much, much better and I just get to enjoy my car

MomsBenz

Jim-here is a link to the one at Penske, not too bad

http://penskemercedes.com/New-Invent...oryId=26188750

cablvr

Kaila,

Congrats on the news of the buyback. I personally love the pewter/black combination as it's easy to maintain the seats and carpet. Black color hides a lot of flaws and spills. How likely is it a new 2008 MY will be found with your mix of options? Go for the 2009.

StevethePilot

Little fiber will clear that right up.

MomsBenz

Thanks! I haven't been able to find any MY 08 with what I want. I haven't heard back from the Sales Mgr. to hear what he has found. The nice thing about the 08 is the $12,000 off MSRP. Does anyone know what incentives are being offered on MY 09? I haven't had time to look (I am an RN student) and been in class the past few days. I will look around today

dieseldoc

The Park Place dealerships in Dallas Fort Worth have multiple 2009 Pewter GL450s in stock. Jeff

MomsBenz

Thanks Jeff! Do you know if they have any 08 in Pewter? I have a feeling I am destined for an 09, but worth the look

MB Fanatic

MB Fanatic

Don't settle for the 08 kaila. If you used the electronics in the 09 you wont go back to 1900's technology.

bigben320e

Glad you had a happy ending Mom's! Have fun with your new purchase, and may it be better than the last.

ksdprasad

Congratulations.. !!!

Jack/Others,
Happy Veterans day!!!!