CD Changer - can it be added later?
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Originally posted by AMGLAB
I ordered a E-500 during the first week of September. I wanted the wood wheel and the dealer said that option was not on their current order form to process. (This was despite the fact it is listed in the brochure as a factory option and was on several E-cars at the dealership that I previously saw as a $500 factory option.) The MB web site to build an E-Class only lists the wood package as a dealer installed option at $850! After searching this forum, I found the factory order number and called the dealer again. The dealer called back and said that order number was right and MB accepted my order for the wood wheel as a factory option. Anyone who wants the wood steering wheel should not accept a no from their dealer. I suspect they just want to sell it as an $850 plus labor dealer installed option. I also suspect that they are so busy taking easy orders for the new E that they are not taking the time to provide real service by researching these issues with out being pressed.
I ordered a E-500 during the first week of September. I wanted the wood wheel and the dealer said that option was not on their current order form to process. (This was despite the fact it is listed in the brochure as a factory option and was on several E-cars at the dealership that I previously saw as a $500 factory option.) The MB web site to build an E-Class only lists the wood package as a dealer installed option at $850! After searching this forum, I found the factory order number and called the dealer again. The dealer called back and said that order number was right and MB accepted my order for the wood wheel as a factory option. Anyone who wants the wood steering wheel should not accept a no from their dealer. I suspect they just want to sell it as an $850 plus labor dealer installed option. I also suspect that they are so busy taking easy orders for the new E that they are not taking the time to provide real service by researching these issues with out being pressed.
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E-500
I would not take anything but what I ordered. These cars cost way to much to settle for something less. Especially if it is something that is important to you.
I would tell them you will take the car only if they comp the cd player and install it along with the Nav.
By the way, was the CD Player on the order when you gave the deposit. Do you have a copy of an order with the CD on it.
I would also check with other dealers (a long drive back would be a treat in your new car). You may be able to make a better deal. We are starting to hear of discounts from the MSRP in some areas.
I would tell them you will take the car only if they comp the cd player and install it along with the Nav.
By the way, was the CD Player on the order when you gave the deposit. Do you have a copy of an order with the CD on it.
I would also check with other dealers (a long drive back would be a treat in your new car). You may be able to make a better deal. We are starting to hear of discounts from the MSRP in some areas.
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According to some official MB documents I've read, it will be $400 from the dealer. Don't complain either, because it used to be $800. Of course, it is still expensive, but we all pay it anyway.
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abhansali, I just told the dealer to research further on how to get the wood wheel. Who knows if I will really get it! Another post on this forum within the last several days said it was only the walnut wood wheel which was in short supply at the factory. I ordered the "Sport" option, which only comes in the black birdseye maple. Maybe that's why the dealer said my order for the wood option was accepted. Try calling the sales manager at your dealership who should know who to contact at MB. If the sales manager dosen't give you satisfaction, try calling MBUSA. To me, its not acceptable that MB can not supply all the options that they produce. Short delays are understandable, but answers that they don't know when it will be available just shows their stupidity, or more likely their lack of any research. Some one at MB has the answer.
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Originally posted by abhansali
AMGLAB,
Can you tell me the factory order number? My dealer's story sounds exactly like yours except that he wants $975 instead of $850..
AMGLAB,
Can you tell me the factory order number? My dealer's story sounds exactly like yours except that he wants $975 instead of $850..
Your dealer sounds like he ought to be selling used cars in LA.
All the dealers I have talked to were at least sticking to the price list or less.
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iPod
Don't bother. Same thing happened to me. Get an iPod with an FM transmitter. Put 400 CDs on it. Anyway, that's what I going to do.
In case you dont know what an iPod is:
Link to Apple iPod site
In case you dont know what an iPod is:
Link to Apple iPod site
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Re: iPod
Originally posted by Benzoid
Don't bother. Same thing happened to me. Get an iPod with an FM transmitter. Put 400 CDs on it. Anyway, that's what I going to do.
In case you dont know what an iPod is:
Link to Apple iPod site
Don't bother. Same thing happened to me. Get an iPod with an FM transmitter. Put 400 CDs on it. Anyway, that's what I going to do.
In case you dont know what an iPod is:
Link to Apple iPod site
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Hey guys, just remember a single disc DVD/NAV unit is not a foregone conclusion. Remember the link that was posted awhile back about the 03' E55? In that article it described the DVD/NAV unit as having two slots....one for music, and one for the NAV disc. Also, the GM at my dealer said even though the changer isn't available yet, there is no way in hell that MB will charge $800 for something that is installed at the factory for $400. While he doesn’t have pricing on the changer, he is assuming that it will cost him less than $400...and customers will pay $400, plus installation. He was so sure of this, he promised to give me the changer at cost, with no install charge...and he' won't charge me more than $400, no matter what.
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Originally posted by wesam
Hey guys, just remember a single disc DVD/NAV unit is not a foregone conclusion. Remember the link that was posted awhile back about the 03' E55? In that article it described the DVD/NAV unit as having two slots....one for music, and one for the NAV disc. Also, the GM at my dealer said even though the changer isn't available yet, there is no way in hell that MB will charge $800 for something that is installed at the factory for $400. While he doesn’t have pricing on the changer, he is assuming that it will cost him less than $400...and customers will pay $400, plus installation. He was so sure of this, he promised to give me the changer at cost, with no install charge...and he' won't charge me more than $400, no matter what.
Hey guys, just remember a single disc DVD/NAV unit is not a foregone conclusion. Remember the link that was posted awhile back about the 03' E55? In that article it described the DVD/NAV unit as having two slots....one for music, and one for the NAV disc. Also, the GM at my dealer said even though the changer isn't available yet, there is no way in hell that MB will charge $800 for something that is installed at the factory for $400. While he doesn’t have pricing on the changer, he is assuming that it will cost him less than $400...and customers will pay $400, plus installation. He was so sure of this, he promised to give me the changer at cost, with no install charge...and he' won't charge me more than $400, no matter what.
