ltldog15

I am in the middle of negotiating a new GL450. Pretty much fully loaded. I've been offered about $7K below invoice from one dealer and another dealer offered 12% discount (which comes to almost $10K). The second dealer will give me whatever the incentive is for the month when it is delivered (it's being ordered to my specs).

Is the second offer good? What has everyone else paid? I'm in California.

FormerGLdriver

You are not being offered 7k below invoice pricing. Either you are being lied to or you are misunderstanding the offer.

sbvol

I'm assuming that the OP means 7% or 12% discount off the window sticker...not dealer cost or invoice. I could be wrong.

I was wondering the same actually so I'm glad this topic is getting discussed...even though I will likely move to the 2015 GL350 vs. GL450.

anothercar

Ordered 2015 GL 350 last September and it was delivered on 11/12/14. MSRP was $84300 and I paid $78300 less fleet discount of $2k. I'm in Ohio. Hope this helps.

FormerGLdriver

That was my second suggestion, that of misunderstanding the offer.

My thought on the 12% offer...well:

.12X = 10000

X = 83333

If you're looking at a GL with an over 83k MSRP just get a 550 as they come pretty much loaded at 91k. Unless you're leasing of course, as the 550 lease terms blow.

fabbrisd1

Now this is kindoff funny.... "just get a 550 as they come pretty much loaded at 91k"

Personally - if you have a opportunity to test drive a "well equipped" GL550 with Active Curve+ - you will be very/very impressed with that difference alone... then sit in a GL550 w/black Designo... and speak Italian !

FormerGLdriver

What I said is accurate. Compared to the 450 the 550 already comes with a host of options standard. Yes, the Active Curve and the Designo is optional, but it's also optional on the 450. And of course, the 550 comes with that juicy engine.

What's kinda of funny is Internet pendants.

ltldog15

Yes, you are all correct. My mistake. It is 12% off MSRP.

The 550 only gets 13/18 mpg and I just cant go backwards with what I am driving now. The 450 17/21 is a little better.

I am buying the Mercedes 2015 because of the safety. I am getting the Drivers Assistance Package because it will stop the car for you. (I was in a bad accident last year).

So does it looks like 12% off MSRP is a good deal?

ltldog15

BTW, what does Active curve do?

Dreamszalone

I guess 12% off MSRP is a very good deal, you also need to take into consideration that free coffee\drinks and nice air conditioning, Porter, Sales Guy costs money to dealer...So you getting a good deal just take it the more you wait the more you might loose and other dealer sometimes wont entertain this much off.

firstbenz2015

Could you share your numbers and the packages you opted for and
also the dealer who is willing to go give 12% discount.
I went to a bay area dealer today and they gave
me gave 4.5k discount on a $78k 2015 GL450.

Knowing your options and numbers would help in negotiating which I am bad at.

Thanks

ltldog15

My car is ordered and the wrapped dash is back ordered so it wont be made till the beginning of May. I am disappointed but I am getting what I want so I can be patient.

GL450W4 $65,200
755 Steel Grey Metallic $720
201 Black Leather $1,620
P01 P01 Premium Package: Driver's Side & Int $4,410
889 : KEYLESS-GO®
876 : Multi-color ambient lighting w/ Illumina
536 : SiriusXM Radio w. 6 mos. service
527 : COMAND with Navigation and single disc
518 : Media Interface
502 : Navigation Map Updates included for 3-ye
500 : Power Folding Mirrors
441 : Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
311 : Heated/Cooled Front Cupholders
275 : Power Front Seats w/Driver Memory
249 : Auto-Dimming Driver and Rearview Mirrors
242 : Power Passenger Seat w/Memory
049 : iPod/MP3 Media Interface Cable
P64 : Memory Package
P49 : Mirror Package
SPC Special Order $250
U09 MB-Tex Wrapped Lower Dashboard (SPC) $350
289 Wood/Leather Steering Wheel $590
297 Manual 2nd Row Sunshades $380
319 319 Lighting Package: Bi-Xenon Headlamps $1,390
615 : Bi-Xenon headlamps w/Active Curve Illumi
608 : Adaptive Highbeam Assist
322 322 Appearance Package: Chrome Exhaust T $1,340
846 : Illuminated Running Boards
50R : 20" Twin 5-spoke Wheel
B16 : Chrome exhaust tips
401 Heated/Ventilated Front Seats $570
550 Trailer Hitch $575
581 581 3-Zone Automatic Climate Control: 3- $1,450
582 : Rear A/C
581 : Three-Zone Automatic Climate Control
731 Burl Walnut Wood Trim
810 harman/kardon® LOGIC7® Surround Sound Sy $850
843 Power EASY-ENTRY $400
864 Rear Seat Entertainment System $1,950
872 Heated 2nd-row seats with rear climate c $620
875 Heated Washer System (SPC) $105
883 Soft-Close doors $550
980 980 Accessory Chrome Package: Chrome Doo $225
133 : Hood Fin Covers
070 : Chrome Door Handle Inserts
996 996 Parking Assist Package: PARKTRONIC w $1,290
501 : Surround View Camera
235 : PARKTRONIC with Active Parking Assist
P44 : Parking Assist Package
997 997 Driver Assistance Package: DISTRONI $2,800
238 : Active Lane Keeping Assist
237 : Active Blind Spot Assist
233 : DISTRONIC PLUS with PRE-SAFE BRAKE
23P : Driver Assistance Package
SUBTOTAL $87,635
DESTINATION & DELIVERY $925
TOTAL $88,560

MINUS 12% DISCOUNT

I have a few weeks to make a change and am considering the massage front seats and upgrading the stereo to the Bang & Olufsen. Any suggestions?

SmokinReefer

The wrapped dash is worth waiting for. Looks real nice and adds a lot to the interior look.

12% is a decent deal. Rarely do you hear of more. But sometimes a member here will find a vehicle a dealer is motivated to move.... I got 12% on a ML order last year.... with a wrapped dash.

Looks like you didn't skip too many options. Enjoy!

Dreamszalone

If you are not going with Designo then try getting Y90 Black Headliner and Heated Windshield Washer Reservoir and not sure if you got ADS 214 didn't see in the Spec Sheet, these are very cheap options but must options.

bzliteyear

nice.
has anyone given comments on the V6 biturbo vs. the prior V8 biturbo?
i've got a 2013 GL and lease is up Nov, and not sure if i should roll into another, or just keep for $48k(it was $88k msrp).
PL

JimBarnhart

How about heated steering wheel? If you are in a cold climate (I assume you are with all the other heated options) you will really appreciate that. You lose the wood on the wheel, but it is really a nice option.

You asked about B&O. I can't say I've ever listened to it, but be aware you will switch from having a spare to having run flat tires so they can put the subwoofer where the spare tire goes. For that reason I'd stay with HK, but I'm not a major audiophile.

I have the massage front seats, don't use it too much, but once in awhile. I use the ventilated seat option more. It just puts air on your backside, but I do find I get less sweaty.

KF93

also read up on the headrests and the power easy entry. I'm custom ordering a 350 with a very similar set of options but specifically did not get easy entry. Will have kids in the second seat and the headrests are either all up or all down and down is very uncomfortable for them.

ltldog15

@Dreamszalone, What is the black headliner?

@bzliteyear, I have had several people state that your car has more power than the 2015. This will be my first MB so no issue to me buy may be for you. I would test drive one for sure.

@JimBarnhart, I am in No California so I wouldnt use the heated steering wheel but for a month or two out of the year. I really like the wood. I did her heated washer fluid, lots of people suggested that. Thank you for telling be about the subwoofer as I am not interested in a run flat tire. I want a full sized one. And thank you for the massage chair comment. Good to know.

@KF93, I sat in the 2nd row and checked out the headrests and I am only 5'3". In the up position I barely touch the head rest and it curves just right. I heard others say the same thing as you but I didnt find that to be true when I sat in the seats.

Thanks everyone for all the comments and suggestions. I really appreciate it. In fact, another member drove home yesterday with a 450 at 11% off because I introduced him to my salesperson. What goes around, comes around.

Cheers!
Mary

Dreamszalone

Instead of grey cloth what they use for your roof lining they will use it as black, good thing is you can add it as an option, by default it is black if you choose the Designo leather, and this option is very cheap like $150 bucks and it improves your car interior looks by atleast 50%

KF93

Where in Nor Cal? Can you pm me your salesman contact info? I'm about to order a 350 and would like to see if they can match or beat the deal I have going. I'm in the process of moving to the central coast.

JimBarnhart

My personal experience suggest looks are subjective. I drove a Cayenne when we were shopping in 2012. It had black leather, black headliner. I LOVED the look, but my wife said it made her feel like she was in a cave and she felt more enclosed. In case you are wondering, I have a gray headliner....happy wife...

Dreamszalone

I agree with you on this but I always wanted black, but I had to pick the stock model what they had....I wish I should have taken some feedback like others who are asking what to add to builds. I missed that.

ltldog15

Lauren at San Francisco MB her cel is 415-269-4490 or you can call the dealership directly. Tell her you talked to Mary on the MB blog. She will know.

ltldog15

Its good to have a happy wife!!

ltldog15

ok,ok, I added the black liner and the contour seats! No more!! lol