20" Wheels - Dynamic Handling Package

[MD Boy]

Well, finally had a chance to test drive a ML with the Dynamic Handling Package this weekend. The Handling package, to me, definitely seemed a little smoother and maybe a little, 'tighter' going into the exit ramp. At the same time, to me, it was not that much of a difference between the two. Definitely not a ~$5k premium of a difference over the regular suspension. I did however, love the 20" wheels. They looked to fill in the wheel well better and gave the ML a more aggressive stance. So, I ask, is there a way to opt for the 20" wheel set without getting the entire Dynamic Handling Package? For instance, with BMW on the X5, it's only a $950 option to upgrade to the 20" rims/tires. This would be a great add on if possible. I asked our sales advisor and GM and they did not think [know if] this was possible; they also were not aware of the sports interior either I guess I could always go after market, but I would rather have purchased the wheels/tires from MB directly. As always, thank you in advance for any help and insight.

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[geeaccord]

No that the only way to get the ML350 with 20's on it with the Dynamic Handling Package..that I think is crazy.

[MD Boy]

Thanks for the reply

Eh, that's frustrating I would have to order an entire package to just get the wheels. Not a fan of going aftermarket.

At least the 19" look good; With no other option, I'll just stick with them.

But hey, if anyone with 20"'s ever wants to trade for the 19" wheels, let me know

[twodivers]

Originally Posted by MD Boy

I asked our sales advisor and GM and they did not think [know if] this was possible; they also were not aware of the sports interior either

I guess I could always go after market, but I would rather have purchased the wheels/tires from MB directly.

You need to find a better dealer!! Check this out - it is the 2012 ML Accessories E-Brochure. No shortage of MB supplied 20" wheels for your ML!
http://www.mbusa.com/vcm/MB/Files/eB...index.html#/4/

[MD Boy]

Originally Posted by twodivers

You need to find a better dealer!! Check this out - it is the 2012 ML Accessories E-Brochure. No shortage of MB supplied 20" wheels for your ML!
http://www.mbusa.com/vcm/MB/Files/eB...index.html#/4/

Thanks, Man. Those 20" 5-Twin spoke wheels looks great. Would love to have them directly from the factory, as long as they don't gouge on the pricing for the wheel/tire set.

I love the look of the AMG wheels but not a fan of having an AMG, 'kit' on a non-AMG vecicle. Same as ///M packages on non-M BMW's - Personal preference.

Anyone know what the order code for only the wheels in the Dynamic Handling Package or the above mentioned 20" 5-Twin spoke wheels?

Thanks again.

EDIT - I think the order code for the 20" wheels (from the DHP) is, R33. If someone has something different, please let me know

[GregW / Oregon]

Originally Posted by MD Boy

EDIT - I think the order code for the 20" wheels (from the DHP) is, R33. If someone has something different, please let me know

R33 is correct (on my build sheet) - don't think you can order them separate from the DHP, except as a part number.

[GregW / Oregon]

Originally Posted by MD Boy

Thanks, Man. Those 20" 5-Twin spoke wheels looks great. Would love to have them directly from the factory, as long as they don't gouge on the pricing for the wheel/tire set.

I love the look of the AMG wheels but not a fan of having an AMG, 'kit' on a non-AMG vecicle. Same as ///M packages no non-M BMW's - Personal preference.

Anyone know what the order code for only the wheels in the Dynamic Handling Package or the above mentioned 20" 5-Twin spoke wheels?

Thanks again.

EDIT - I think the order code for the 20" wheels (from the DHP) is, R33. If someone has something different, please let me know

This from a dealer friend:

"Both the 5-twin spoke wheel and the 5 spoke AMG wheel are available thru the MB Accessories program - but you won't be happy with the costs: $665 ea and $1160 ea respectively; if drop ship add surface freight. On this size parts orders for 4x could be 10%-15% off with the right parts dept.

The 5-twin spoke is available - the 5 spoke AMG has not been shipped yet ever, and shows on backorder."

You could probably sell the stock 19s easily, but still will be an expensive proposition.

[MD Boy]

Originally Posted by GregW / Oregon

This from a dealer friend:

"Both the 5-twin spoke wheel and the 5 spoke AMG wheel are available thru the MB Accessories program - but you won't be happy with the costs: $665 ea and $1160 ea respectively; if drop ship add surface freight. On this size parts orders for 4x could be 10%-15% off with the right parts dept.

The 5-twin spoke is available - the 5 spoke AMG has not been shipped yet ever, and shows on backorder."

You could probably sell the stock 19s easily, but still will be an expensive proposition.

Thank you for all of the info., Greg. Yeah, you're right, not happy with the cost of the upgrade for wheels. 20"s would be nice as they look better but I'm not that big a wheel(s) fan to spend $2k+ just to swap them out. If it was similar to what BMW was offering to upgrade ($950 on the X5), I'd be all over it.

19" will work just fine. I'm assuming the ride would be a little softer when the stock 19's over the 20's?

Wondering if MB will release an, 'Appearance Package' for the ML? Not an AMG kit but something with upgraded wheels, side/rear valance, etc. I'm pretty sure they did that for the outgoing ML.