New member here, few quick questions about the CLS models

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Dec 1, 2010 | 12:25 PM
  #1  
What's up fellas...

Coming over from the 300cforums.com

I currently have a Chrysler 300c, and this is my last year with the car... it's been 6 years, and I can say its been a great car.. mainly because Mercedes was involved with the build.

I grew up my entire life with my family owning Mercedes so it's time for me to make the switch.

I think the CLS is one of the most beautiful cars Benz has ever made.

I am currently in the market for a 2008-2009 CLS550 with less than 25k miles...

Well enough of all that.

Quick Questions.



1. Wood Grain Steering Wheel...

I notice in about 30% of the cars for sale, they have the wood grain steering wheel and not the 100% leather wrapped.

I really want the wood grain steering wheel.

I am assuming that it is a package..

So..

A) What package is it?

B) If I find a better deal, without the steering wheel, do aftermarket steering wheels exist, and if so how much?

And, how hard would it be to switch it?


2. I noticed that some of the cars have bluetooth.. I am also guessing this is a different package... so...

A) What package is that? What does it include?

B) Is the bluetooth only for Calling, or does it support audio play through a bluetooth device?


3. I read that in 2009, they updated the navigation system a bit from 2008, but wasn't able to find any details on exactly what... could anyone fill in the blanks?


Thanks guys!
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Dec 1, 2010 | 02:17 PM
  #2  
Maybe it's dead in the forum today...

Orrrr... nobody knows the answers lol.
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Dec 1, 2010 | 02:28 PM
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Quote: Maybe it's dead in the forum today...

Orrrr... nobody knows the answers lol.
LOL Naw it's just dead
Got to Mecedes Website and look under the model you're looking for. I cannot remember where it is but it will have all options for the model year you're asking.
HTH
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Dec 1, 2010 | 02:33 PM
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Quote: LOL Naw it's just dead
Got to Mecedes Website and look under the model you're looking for. I cannot remember where it is but it will have all options for the model year you're asking.
HTH
I only seemed to find the brand new models on their site and not like an 08... That's why I was asking here..
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Dec 1, 2010 | 02:40 PM
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Quote: I only seemed to find the brand new models on their site and not like an 08... That's why I was asking here..
Start your search/comparison by checking marketing brochures http://www.ragtop.org/mbbrochures/
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Dec 1, 2010 | 03:05 PM
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Alright well I found the answer for the steering wheel.. apparently that is its own package... steering wheel and shifter woodgrain.

Thanks for the brochure link.

Anyone know the answers #2 and #3
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Dec 1, 2010 | 05:00 PM
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On 2, you need the Bluetooth puck. No it does not support audio, just for the phone.

If you have more questions, throw em up.
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Dec 8, 2010 | 03:33 AM
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#3. 2009 have different navi unit that have a slot for those memories stick.
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