MBLoyal

Hello,

I am new to the forum but have been an MB owner since 2000 (E430 Sport).
I purchase my last MB new and would like to get a W-211 to replace my W-210.

Besides deciding which model to purchase ( E350 or E550) I am leaning towards Black or Sienna Black with Sahara Beige Interior.

I live in Florida and have owned MANY colors including Black, Green, Red, Silver, White, etc. I know the work involved with Black exteriors compared to Silver, grey or white (my current E is silver). But, in my opinion the E looks most regal in Black. Since the temperature exceeds 100 F routinely I want a light interior to go with the Black or Sienna Black.

Which of the two "blacks" do you prefer? There are just too many silver and white cars in my area and I want my E to stand out from the crowd.

Also, is the AMG package worth getting since the sport package comes free?
Do you get better seats with the AMG package?

Thanks,
MBLoyal

RobertM

where in Florida do you live ??? I live in Weston.

Anyway I just responded to your last post, 350 vs 550. I was considering white and silver (my favorite) but my lease is over and I had the silver and selected Flint Grey with Black.

AND YES YES YES the 321 AMG package is worth the $2,000. Great steering wheel, and that is what you hold while in the car. The front bumper is extremely aggressive and I have always like that look. I was thinking of adding the amg body kit to my last E500, BUT it was around $5k. SO I ended up getting the E350.


Sit in a non AMG and then the AMG, grab the steering wheel. It is then over. Where do I sign.

I would highly recommend the person (Jackson Brown) that I got my car from. Mercedes of Pompano, Pompano Beach, Fl.

- tell him that Robert with the Ferrari recommended him.
- I just got my car last week, tuesday : )

- also the bluetooth is not active, you have to purchase the modulator for $430 + tax. BUT it is worth it. IMO


good luck and let us know the outcome.

MBLoyal

Thanks. I am leaning towards the Sienna Black, Sahara Beige, Both Packages,
AMG, parktronic and NOW the bluetooth activator/modulator ($430 seems steep). Ideally (depends on MB quality in 2010) I would like to keep the W-211 5 years. But, if MB has quality issues like in '03 I will keep it 6 years.
So, I will purchase the car plus extended warranty for peace of mind.

I WILL be getting the AMG package but those 18 inch wheels seem SMALL.

KosherBenz

as for the color.... /end of tread

ProV1

get that really dark grey color. absolutely stunning. sorry i forget the name of paint

xxwhitecastlexx

All cars I ever owned were black... and I was always washing my cars...seriously like everyday... then I got my first E...and it was that brilliant silver... The car stays clean... I feel like washing it every 2-3 days is too much... I think the lines of the car stand out more in this color too... I dunno but I love it...

cyclrder

I agree with the lighter colors working well with the body... the combo of a darker car, dirty wheels, and dark color just looks tired after a while... at least with the light colors...it is easier to maintain.

I bet over time.. you will see that the light colors will age better too... we are on the verge of a body change... and the dark colors will look dull.

to bad you are in FL.. up north.. nobody has white cars.. the tan and white is a great combo.. do they make a silver and tan? that would be pretty nice too.

RJF

I was goign to get the Barolo Red... but then I said to myself.. its MB... i have to get black! So Black without the metalic is the shiniest.. thats what I went with

irishstout

You probably think we are crazy buying a black car with black interior living in AZ but having the Air Cooled seats really does help and we decided on the black interior since the beige ends up showing dirt, etc. over the long term.

Black really is a classy color and helps when you also chrome the wheels. I also think Silver is very nice.

DWP

Don't get black, silver OR white if you want to "stand out from the crowd." Those are the default Mercedes (non-) colors. If you really want to stand out from the crowd, get a color that's, you know, an actual color, like red, blue or green. I would recommend the color of my '03, Desert Silver (light metallic brown) except that it's no longer available on the E.

weinschela

I don't know why you would care what other people think of colors. Its got to be something that YOU like.

I happen to like the darker colors (including Capri Blue, which I have had on an S and on an E) but its really up to you. My only -- and very strong -- piece of advice is that you cannot pick colors from the Internet or from a brochure. You absolutely must see the car in person, in daylight.

Vik888

I went w/ 040 Black over Sienna Black. Didn't like it and the salesmen at the dealerships call it the "Root Beer Float" color.

I went w/ the 321 AMG Pkg. Anything AMG always looks good in black.

Yes, its going to be a maintenance issue, but I'm willing to put in the effort to keep the car clean.

MBLoyal

I know two people with silver E55's. Black, silver and white MB's are everywhere. That said, silver is a great color and my 8 year old MB still looks good.

nye500

I agree, its a personal choice. I had, and liked the capri blue on my e. Now its black for me,nothing looks more badass than black.

ruffrob

I agree,nothing,but nothing looks more regal,sinister,badass,or whatever than BLACK. So what if you have to stay on top of it,the payoff is definitely worth it.

Benz-O-Rama

White with Pano roof and tint FTMFW!

MBZNewbie

Give some thought to Pewter. Did not think a "light" color would look good, but it's quite impressive, ooks VERY elegant and does stand appart from all of the black cars. given your location, Pewter with Ash interior might just be the ticket.

Tom F.

I second the vote for white with pano roof, then add P2.

Maddic

+1 Pewter if u don't want to get another black car.
This would get my vote.

source: http://cars.about.com
After all, color choice is VERY PERSONAL. So, its all depend on what U like not others...

b_rashed

alibaster white. its the mercedes white, my cousin just got his car painted that white and man it really looks clean. and we have a few white mercedes but this white is something different.

MBLoyal

The 2007 and 2008 E only offer Arctic white. The 2008 CLS comes in a new pearl white called Diamond white. Is the alabaster white nicer than the arctic white?

Also, what interor color goes best with the white? Charcoal?

MBLoyal

I have seen ALL the colors in person including the interiors. I wish the arctic white was more pearl and less bright white. But, the Pano roof might help contrast the color.

ProV1

damn it looks like MB got rid of Tectite Grey?? that was an awesome paint.. they got flint grey & iridium grey.. havent seen those in person

Tom F.

Artic White with Cashmire interior and Pano Roof. Get the Sport Package with Designo Walnut Burl for a more sophisticated look.

MBLoyal

Tectite Grey is no longer available. The other greys are not as nice as tectite.

After the discussion/opinions here and another visit to the MB dealer I have three colors on my list:

1. Silver
2. White
3. Black


I don't think I can deal with Black. I have a black 4 Runner and when clean it looks fantastic. But, it shows scratches easily and gets more visibly dirty than white or silver. The Sienna Black is off the list as I am not thrilled with the dark brown color in the sunlight.

I am not sure about the cashmere interior. That beige color seems weird to me. Perhaps, it would grow on me. I have ash now and it is fine but a bit boring. Any comments on cashmere interior color? Thanks.