Ben_K

After a 2 month wait, I took delivery of my 2014 ML550. Added features are as listed.

792 Palladium Silver Metallic paint
255 Almond Beige / Black interior
731 Burl Walnut trim
401 Heated / ventilated Front Seats
443 Heated Steering Wheel
550 Trailer Hitch
758 20" AMG 5-spoke wheels
801 Harmon / Kardon Surround Sound System
876 Multi-color ambient lighting
889 Keyless Go
068 Wheel Locking Bolts
267 Illumination kit for Running Boards
SPC Special Order
468 Active Curve System
875 Heated Washer System
430 On/Off Road Package
489 Airmatic Suspension
PO1 Convenience Package
319 Lighting Package
996 Parking Assist Package
997 Driver Assistance Package, (Distronic+, Pre-Safe, Active Blind spot, & Active Lane keeping)

The Sticker price was $84,465. The price the dealer came down to was
$81,931. My dealer did get me an extra hedge on the 2010 ML350 Bluetec I traded in on the deal.

Now comes the fun part, learning all the new bells and Whistles.

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Kenn1926

Congratulations. I have a 13' ML550 and love it. We have a mostly identical build except I got the designo interior and don't have the lighted running boards... You're the only other person I've seen with the on/off road package, I think we're pretty rare birds. I've had a few quality issues but overall I love the truck, good luck with it.

Ben_K

The Designo interior was in the same boat with the Bang & Olufson System. They were features I couldn't quite bite down on. Having been around off road vehicles most of my life, I liked the added control the on/off road package gives me. I was lucky with my 350BT on the quality issues. My dealer got the few issues worked out in effective order. Also on the on/off road package, my dealer has only sold it two other times over the last few years. the bigger engine is really fun.

Thimee

I'd love to see what yours looks like inside...

Here's a stock image of the color I chose for mine - Auburn Brown on 2013 model:

Ben_K

Give me a couple of days, I will get a couple of interior photos posted.

BenzoDriver

congrats man on the new ML

Munich77

Congrats on getting one of the last V8s .

cmginc

The V8 is staying in the 2015 according to the MY15 Dealer Ordering Guide. The name is changing to the ML400 as a marketing strategy, but no new engine was announced and it states:

Intention of the MY15 ML400 package strategy:
- Create greater customer value with the V8 model at a lower price point
- Use the ML400 as an answer for cross-shoppers to the new X5 strategy without
altering the ML350
- Package the ML400 with typically equipped options to make ordering and
swapping easy for dealers

Ben_K

That dealer's guide has the "V8" quote marked. I saw it in another thread. At this point I am waiting to what is actually able to be ordered. I did bring this point up with my sales manager. Either way, I got the engine I wanted with the options I wanted.

bigigg

Congrats on the new ride, and awesome options.. Not to be negative, but I think you should have gotten more than $2,500 off msrp.

Ben_K

My dealer upped my trade in by nearly $3000 to help cover the sticker price. Your point is duly taken.

cmginc

The turbo 3.0 V6 will find its way into the ML350 as it is also the engine in the upcoming 2015 C350. For now, the V8 will remain in the ML400.

Ben_K

CMGINC, do you mind sharing where you are getting this from. I still see a certain amount of confusion on this board as whether Mercedes is going to continue the V8 in the 2015 Mls. Last week, my dealer was not yet able to confirm the 2015 build guide that was introduced in another thread. My opinion will be held out until the new orders can be confirmed.

Thanks, Ben

cmginc

Sure... discussion with my dealer and the regional rep. My statements are based on what they have told me, but MBUSA can always change direction.

Ben_K

Thanks CM. It is going to be interesting to see how Mercedes is going to make up for it on the CAFE requirements, which reaches fruition in 2016. From what I read on the requirements, an auto maker's entire fleet is supposed to have reached a specific fuel economy average, I think around 37 or 38 mpg. If Mercedes has been able to reach that level on other portions of their fleet that would give the ML some breathing room. But then again, the 2015 MLs could be that one last year. We shall see.

RENNtechHQ

Congrats on the ML550 and very nice build. If you want to unlock some power let me know. We have a great ECU tune for the ML550.

gverntz361

In addition to yours I have:
980 Access Chrome Package
U09 MB-Tex Wrapp
282 Rear-seat pass through
311 Heated/cooled front cups
399 Multi-Contour seats
610 Night Vision
875 heated washer
883 soft close

I don't have 430, 468 or 068 and mine MSRP came to $82,705

Ext is red with brown/black combo seats

Ben_K

Mike,
Let me get some miles on it first. I have to get some finishing touches done on a 2012 Toyota Tacoma that is supercharged and lifted.


gverntz361,
Nice build. I do enjoy seeing how everyone has their way of personalizing their ML.

RENNtechHQ

Sounds good. We will be ready when you are.

Nanook

Very nice...congrats..last year of the mighty 550

jtorrebl

Lots of ml 550 love here on the forums lately.
I have polar white with black sports interior with nappa leather. Almost looks like the AMG interior with all the white stitching everywhere and on the dash.
No off road package for me with 22 AMG replica wheels. But the airmatic suspension that lowers is fun. Cooling cup holders are nice too. Engine is the best part along with the sport package.
Put the AMG side skirts on too.
B&O probably not worth it. I had it on my 2012 a6. There the base stereo was pretty bad so with a lease increase of about $90/ month it was worth it to me. The HK stereo is so good for the price. b&o is not $6000 better.
B&o has better highs and clarity but worse bass then the HK stereo

Ben_K

This is the good side of the ML550 story. The other side is the CAFE requirements pushing Mercedes in the other direction.

Ben_K

Finally got some pics of the interior.

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Nanook

Pics no workie

Ben_K

Try it now. I think I got the pics in the right place now.