Biggest surprise of your w212.........?
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2012 CLS63
love the way the cruise control works.....
and of course the POWER......
it would be cool to be able to use the rear view camera as a rear view while driving....
stereo is nice, I like the auto window and roof opening and closing too....
night view is fun....
very in awe........
and of course the POWER......
it would be cool to be able to use the rear view camera as a rear view while driving....
stereo is nice, I like the auto window and roof opening and closing too....
night view is fun....
very in awe........
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'11 350 4matic - '14 Stingray: Gone, BMW 530i, Porsche 944 Turbo, Porsche 356, Mitsubishi 3000GT
2) don't understand why Ipod integration kit doesn't charge ipod
4) totally minor but a pet peeve nonetheless - silver PLASTIC tire valve caps...really $68k and you make the caps out of plastic. It was terrible that those nice hex shaped brushed aluminum valve caps from the loaner lexus I had for a few days fell off when the car was in my driveway...it'd be a shame to throw them away so I used them.
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J.Mo- Agree with your comments. My Ipod- does get charged while driving, check yours out again? Found very inexpensive Valve Caps that I am very happy with...check these out for an alternative.
B.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...03873&viewitem=
4) totally minor but a pet peeve nonetheless - silver PLASTIC tire valve caps...really $68k and you make the caps out of plastic. It was terrible that those nice hex shaped brushed aluminum valve caps from the loaner lexus I had for a few days fell off when the car was in my driveway...it'd be a shame to throw them away so I used them.
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J.Mo- Agree with your comments. My Ipod- does get charged while driving, check yours out again? Found very inexpensive Valve Caps that I am very happy with...check these out for an alternative.
B.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...03873&viewitem=
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E550 4MATIC
My Lexus had TPMS as well and the caps were of the same material...besides MB sells dressier caps with MB logos or 3pt Star on them...didn't see any disclaimer there..
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Johnny Mo
'11 E350 4MATIC
wanted to get tire stem caps too......only 18 bux.........and I can install them myself...hehe.....
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Johnny Mo
'11 E350 4MATIC
wanted to get tire stem caps too......only 18 bux.........and I can install them myself...hehe.....
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2)
J.Mo- Agree with your comments. My Ipod- does get charged while driving, check yours out again? Found very inexpensive Valve Caps that I am very happy with...check these out for an alternative.
B.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...03873&viewitem=
J.Mo- Agree with your comments. My Ipod- does get charged while driving, check yours out again? Found very inexpensive Valve Caps that I am very happy with...check these out for an alternative.
B.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...03873&viewitem=
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E550 4MATIC
This is by design. It can be a safety issue if you are driving and accidentally hit a memory button that is not yours. If the seat continues to move until it reaches its memorized position (like on most cars) it could put you in an awkward spot and possibly cause you to lose control. By requiring you to hold the memory button, you always have a way to immediately stop it.
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love the way the cruise control works.....
and of course the POWER......
it would be cool to be able to use the rear view camera as a rear view while driving....
stereo is nice, I like the auto window and roof opening and closing too....
night view is fun....
very in awe........
and of course the POWER......
it would be cool to be able to use the rear view camera as a rear view while driving....
stereo is nice, I like the auto window and roof opening and closing too....
night view is fun....
very in awe........
However, I totally agree about the rearview camera. Sometimes when a car creeps up really close to my rear bumper, I have this natural tendency to want to turn the rear camera "on" to see how close they are. I'd put it in reverse, but that might not be too smart.
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E350 4matic
Go figure...
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This is by design. It can be a safety issue if you are driving and accidentally hit a memory button that is not yours. If the seat continues to move until it reaches its memorized position (like on most cars) it could put you in an awkward spot and possibly cause you to lose control. By requiring you to hold the memory button, you always have a way to immediately stop it.
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2012 CLS63
the auto high beams are nice too, although with all that light up there it makes me wonder if they'll burn out sooner....kind of like the ambient lighting theory........
their always on! but they are easy to turn off......
with that said, the new lights next year don't really bother me....mine are bright as hell
already.....couldn't imagine I'd need them brighter....
that's interesting about the plastic valve caps too......I wonder how many people are aware of potential damage with metal caps..........
their always on! but they are easy to turn off......
with that said, the new lights next year don't really bother me....mine are bright as hell
already.....couldn't imagine I'd need them brighter....
that's interesting about the plastic valve caps too......I wonder how many people are aware of potential damage with metal caps..........
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2023 AMG EQS
I am the only one that drives my E550 and I have three settings for me and I change then depending on my mood. I have my (1) normal, my (2) laid back, and my (3) sport. I change them on the fly not just when I enter the car. 
Also when my daughter is with me she fiddles around the back seat while getting in, I would hate to press that button and something happen to her and my reaction be too slow, you cant get any faster than just releasing the button while you still have your hand on it. Yes we all know that we should take precaution when it come to kids but sometimes ***** happens but the less chance of ***** happening to my daughter the better.
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'11 E550 4MATIC, '07 Suzuki SV1000S
one touch
Also on the seat memory thing...agree it is a safety feature, but the "other" way to go would be to have the seat memory buttons disabled once the vehicle is in drive, but in park it could work as a one touch feature instead of a hold the button down feature. Also keys linked ot memory settings would be nice too, but I didn't find the need for them when I had them on my Lex.
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2012 CLS63
haha, I have a setting for the passenger seat when my daughter is in her seat in the back, so she cannot kick the seat......
also have a movie watching setting, LOL.....
some of those factory setting are pretty comfortable.....it takes me FOREVER
to get a position I like, lol......
never had a car with memory seats.......kind of silly, but it's nice..
too bad it doesn't scratch the twins for you too.....
also have a movie watching setting, LOL.....
some of those factory setting are pretty comfortable.....it takes me FOREVER
to get a position I like, lol......
never had a car with memory seats.......kind of silly, but it's nice..
too bad it doesn't scratch the twins for you too.....
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2010 Mercedes-Benz E350 4matic
I am pretty sure that the Lexus loaner he had would have TPMS sensors too. I know my dad's lexus has TPMS and has metal valve caps. He has not had a problem in 4 years with it. So, I don't understand how it would be an issue with MB. From what I understand, TPMS sensors are made by the same company for all mfg's and models.
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2010 E350 Luxury Sedan, Engine 272 (V6)
Metal caps not good
2) don't understand why Ipod integration kit doesn't charge ipod
4) totally minor but a pet peeve nonetheless - silver PLASTIC tire valve caps...really $68k and you make the caps out of plastic. It was terrible that those nice hex shaped brushed aluminum valve caps from the loaner lexus I had for a few days fell off when the car was in my driveway...it'd be a shame to throw them away so I used them.
4) totally minor but a pet peeve nonetheless - silver PLASTIC tire valve caps...really $68k and you make the caps out of plastic. It was terrible that those nice hex shaped brushed aluminum valve caps from the loaner lexus I had for a few days fell off when the car was in my driveway...it'd be a shame to throw them away so I used them.
B.
Not sure about aluminum, but metal caps tend to rust/corode and can be quite difficult to get off. While many people will check TP often, with the dash read-out, most will never check the TP. Therefore caps will corode.
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MY17 E43 Matte Selenite/Macchiato Beige, MY16 GLE350d Tenorite/Crystal Grey, MY17 B250
If your iPod doesn't charge, go to the dealer and get the updated cable. Apple changed the charging protocol on the new iPod models from (I believe) 5v to 12v.
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2010 E550
iPod/iPhone should definitely charge with the integration kit, although it won't charge when the car is off (and electrical is off)
love:
-power of the E550
-comfort on long trips
-power of the E550
-voice recognition (seems to work VERY well for me)
-car drives smaller than it actually is
-and finally, power of the E550
don't love:
-steering could be more 'precise' with more progressive feedback
-paddle shifters need to have a true manual mode
-shifting needs to be faster (<500ms) in sport mode
-need to have another level of sport mode that is firmer, perhaps lowers even more (advantage of the suspension is that it COULD lower more)
-iPod integration in the glove box- why not the center where the driver can reach it easily?
love:
-power of the E550
-comfort on long trips
-power of the E550
-voice recognition (seems to work VERY well for me)
-car drives smaller than it actually is
-and finally, power of the E550
don't love:
-steering could be more 'precise' with more progressive feedback
-paddle shifters need to have a true manual mode
-shifting needs to be faster (<500ms) in sport mode
-need to have another level of sport mode that is firmer, perhaps lowers even more (advantage of the suspension is that it COULD lower more)
-iPod integration in the glove box- why not the center where the driver can reach it easily?
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'10 E63 Obsidiant Black; '06 R350 Alabaster White; 05 C55 Obsidiant Black (sold)
love:
-power of the E550
-comfort on long trips
-power of the E550
-voice recognition (seems to work VERY well for me)
-car drives smaller than it actually is
-and finally, power of the E550
don't love:
-steering could be more 'precise' with more progressive feedback
-paddle shifters need to have a true manual mode
-shifting needs to be faster (<500ms) in sport mode
-need to have another level of sport mode that is firmer, perhaps lowers even more (advantage of the suspension is that it COULD lower more)
-iPod integration in the glove box- why not the center where the driver can reach it easily?
-power of the E550
-comfort on long trips
-power of the E550
-voice recognition (seems to work VERY well for me)
-car drives smaller than it actually is
-and finally, power of the E550
don't love:
-steering could be more 'precise' with more progressive feedback
-paddle shifters need to have a true manual mode
-shifting needs to be faster (<500ms) in sport mode
-need to have another level of sport mode that is firmer, perhaps lowers even more (advantage of the suspension is that it COULD lower more)
-iPod integration in the glove box- why not the center where the driver can reach it easily?
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2010 E550
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E350
Best surprise is the sould quality of the Harman/Kardon Logic7. I listened to several tracks on the test CD and it is outstanding.
Biggest disappointment is I do not have a heated steering wheel in my car. I will definitely miss this on cold mornings.
Biggest disappointment is I do not have a heated steering wheel in my car. I will definitely miss this on cold mornings.
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E350 4matic
