Anyone have a 2018 e43 yet?
09-25-2017, 06:01 PM
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2013 650i Coupe, 2010 IS250 AWD, 1999 S500
You can thank VW and their cheating BS for this. ALL carmakers are being looked at from top to bottom and from side to side now, doesn't matter what it is or what type of engine now. It's likely to continue for the next few years. Especially with German cars.
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09-27-2017, 08:44 AM
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You are probably right!
If its any consolation, the big boys on the E63 forum (most who think the E43 isn't an AMG) are still waiting for all their cars as well......
If its any consolation, the big boys on the E63 forum (most who think the E43 isn't an AMG) are still waiting for all their cars as well......
09-28-2017, 03:56 PM
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Dealer texted that all e43s were cleared today. They are waiting to see what truck my car gets assigned to and will then have an ETA as to when I can pick it up - likely next week I'll have it.
I believe my guy as he seems honest. He also was getting information about my trade in and finalizing the numbers for the deal today. I'll let you know when my car is assigned to a truck and the ETA when I know it.
I believe my guy as he seems honest. He also was getting information about my trade in and finalizing the numbers for the deal today. I'll let you know when my car is assigned to a truck and the ETA when I know it.
09-28-2017, 10:30 PM
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Dealer texted that all e43s were cleared today. They are waiting to see what truck my car gets assigned to and will then have an ETA as to when I can pick it up - likely next week I'll have it.
I believe my guy as he seems honest. He also was getting information about my trade in and finalizing the numbers for the deal today. I'll let you know when my car is assigned to a truck and the ETA when I know it.
I believe my guy as he seems honest. He also was getting information about my trade in and finalizing the numbers for the deal today. I'll let you know when my car is assigned to a truck and the ETA when I know it.
09-28-2017, 11:29 PM
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Woohoo!
Dealer texted that all e43s were cleared today. They are waiting to see what truck my car gets assigned to and will then have an ETA as to when I can pick it up - likely next week I'll have it.
I believe my guy as he seems honest. He also was getting information about my trade in and finalizing the numbers for the deal today. I'll let you know when my car is assigned to a truck and the ETA when I know it.
I believe my guy as he seems honest. He also was getting information about my trade in and finalizing the numbers for the deal today. I'll let you know when my car is assigned to a truck and the ETA when I know it.
09-29-2017, 12:11 PM
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Released....but not really released.....from my dealer...
"Good morning,
I see that the notes attached to your car have updated this morning to “VPC ready”. We just need it to say “released to carrier”. None have yet. I’ll keep you posted as the day goes on"
"Good morning,
I see that the notes attached to your car have updated this morning to “VPC ready”. We just need it to say “released to carrier”. None have yet. I’ll keep you posted as the day goes on"
09-29-2017, 01:07 PM
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I see where E63 owners are receiving four year free maintenance from MB for their long wait. The E43 owners will only get MB's heartfelt regrets.
09-29-2017, 02:20 PM
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Got a phone call yesterday that my car had been released. It had been sitting at the port in Jacksonville awaiting the release date. I should have it by Monday i was told. Can't wait!
09-29-2017, 03:46 PM
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09-29-2017, 04:11 PM
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Checked with dealer. Confirmed the E43 is not included in cars getting free maintenance package for long wait. It is only for the premium cars. Too bad, it would have been a nice gesture to the little people. Alas, it is what it is!!!
09-29-2017, 05:40 PM
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10-04-2017, 05:40 PM
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Collected my E43 on Saturday...loving it, well worth the wait!!!...not really pushed it yet, I'll take it easy for the first 1000 miles. I gave it a bit of a prod in sport +, it sounds great and goes like **** off a shovel!. Not missing the Range Rover Sport at all!.
After 500 miles I've averaged 24 mpg....I imagine it'll be in the teens after the 1000 miles are up!.
No negatives to report yet.
After 500 miles I've averaged 24 mpg....I imagine it'll be in the teens after the 1000 miles are up!.
No negatives to report yet.
Last edited by E43uk; 10-05-2017 at 01:50 AM.
10-04-2017, 11:48 PM
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