W211 update model up close (in Australia)
08-20-2006, 08:44 AM
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W203 slightly modified
W211 update model up close (in Australia)
New bumper, fog lamp trims. grille and headlamps
Detail of headlamps and bumper
Detail of mirror housing
Detail of rear lamps
Sports exhaust
Detail of gear selector design
Updated Speedshift control
Now has a roof mounted antenna for GPS / Phone like the W210
Detail of headlamps and bumper
Detail of mirror housing
Detail of rear lamps
Sports exhaust
Detail of gear selector design
Updated Speedshift control
Now has a roof mounted antenna for GPS / Phone like the W210
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08-20-2006, 09:16 AM
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Originally Posted by w211_E350
wow it is here already? i thought it would be in around mid September. Which dealership is it in? i gotta check it out in real life.
08-20-2006, 12:40 PM
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You are going to start a bunch of whining here in the USA by posting pics of an E350 Sport with Airmatic suspension and paddle shifters. Airmatic is only available on the E550 and E63 in North America, and the paddle shifters are only on the E63. Can you get a diesel with sport package, too? How about a 4-Matic diesel?
08-20-2006, 03:00 PM
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The tail lights are a little bit crude looking, and leave me a little cold. But, we'll see how they look in person. I like all the other tweaks though. Luxury with an aggressive edge.
It doesn't make me want to run right out and trade mine in for a new one though, but nice.
It doesn't make me want to run right out and trade mine in for a new one though, but nice.
08-20-2006, 06:39 PM
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Originally Posted by cyclerider
You are going to start a bunch of whining here in the USA by posting pics of an E350 Sport with Airmatic suspension and paddle shifters. Airmatic is only available on the E550 and E63 in North America, and the paddle shifters are only on the E63. Can you get a diesel with sport package, too? How about a 4-Matic diesel?
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08-20-2006, 10:38 PM
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I originally said this (in response to your pictures of an Australian E350)
Then you answered with this
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I don't understand your response. Are you suggesting that Steve can add Airmatic suspension and paddle shifters to a North American car that came from the factory without these items? Are you suggesting that Steve can add the Sport package and 4-Matic to a North American diesel? I am aware of his reputation as one of the best "mod men" on the planet, but this may be beyond even his legendary capabilities.
Originally Posted by cyclerider
You are going to start a bunch of whining here in the USA by posting pics of an E350 Sport with Airmatic suspension and paddle shifters. Airmatic is only available on the E550 and E63 in North America, and the paddle shifters are only on the E63. Can you get a diesel with sport package, too? How about a 4-Matic diesel?
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08-21-2006, 12:23 AM
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I'm with 45, Don't think I'm digging those tail lights either............ But those exhaust tips in that rear bumper look great, so does the front end changes... My wife and I both looked at the pictures together and we agree that the up-dates make the the car look more agressive and would probably appeal more to the guys.
08-21-2006, 05:16 AM
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Originally Posted by cyclerider
I don't understand your response. Are you suggesting that Steve can add Airmatic suspension and paddle shifters to a North American car that came from the factory without these items? Are you suggesting that Steve can add the Sport package and 4-Matic to a North American diesel? I am aware of his reputation as one of the best "mod men" on the planet, but this may be beyond even his legendary capabilities.
then you can have most of the items in the photos. If you want YOUR wish list then you will need to factory order it.
Is that Platinum Blue Metallic?
08-22-2006, 12:53 AM
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It's a beaut, I want one bad, but i'm happy with mine for now, but I went to my local dealer and they told me they don't come til mid to late Sept here in the US
