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Old Jun 6, 2008 | 12:52 AM
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man really love those 21" AMG wheels that come on the GLs. I wish they could fit my little C haha
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Old Jun 6, 2008 | 08:10 AM
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Jack,

It's time that your baby grew up. Bring that bad boy back to Colorado so I can introduce you to some dirt roads and mess up that beautiful finish. Snowed today in the mountains above 9,500 ft. That should do the trick quite nicely too. I'd actually be quite happy if I could just dirty up your treads to be quite frank.

I swear, it's hard to believe that we took delivery on the same day. Yours still looks like it just left the showroom, whereas mine looks like it never knew what a showroom looked like.
Well I guess I have to tell the truth... I only take the GL out of the garage to photograph it and have it detailed. Never has seen rain, snow, sleet or anything other than sunshine and soft water washes. The trip across the US last October was all done with mirrors and magic...:-)

I baptized my S550 with a snowstorm on the way home from Denver and the GL got that famous mud bath at Grand Junction on the way home. I will not drive in, nor will my NAV accept if offered any road directions involving Colorado. To quote the Court Jester... blasphemy to even indicate my dear GL needs any seasoning and to "dirty the treads" is beyond comprehension.

See you at the detailer Brian... should I send you the directions...hahaha
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Old Jun 6, 2008 | 08:12 AM
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Originally Posted by anson.w203
man really love those 21" AMG wheels that come on the GLs. I wish they could fit my little C haha
That would be quite the sight...:-)
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Old Jun 6, 2008 | 11:37 AM
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That would be quite the sight...:-)
Yeah, these were on my Land Cruiser when I sold it.

(Just kidding!)
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Old Jun 6, 2008 | 12:32 PM
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Yeah, these were on my Land Cruiser when I sold it.

(Just kidding!)
I've never seen wheels that large, but I must admit, they look absolutely terrible.

I guess there is something to be said about size when it's too big.
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Old Jun 6, 2008 | 07:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Stumblefoot
I guess there is something to be said about size when it's too big.
Why oh why do you set me up with lines like that one?
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Old Jun 7, 2008 | 05:03 AM
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nevada jack's picture is the most beautiful picture of GL550 I ever see, perfect!
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Old Jun 7, 2008 | 07:33 AM
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Here are a few with Antera 22" X 10" wheels.
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Old Jun 7, 2008 | 08:37 AM
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nevada jack's picture is the most beautiful picture of GL550 I ever see, perfect!
Thank you gentspy...
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Old Jun 7, 2008 | 08:39 AM
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Originally Posted by hdman1216
Here are a few with Antera 22" X 10" wheels.
Very nice wheels hdman. Do you notice any harder ride or handling changes over the AMG 21's?
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Old Jun 8, 2008 | 05:56 PM
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Saw this at albertsons, ours is on the right
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Old Jun 8, 2008 | 08:59 PM
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Originally Posted by StevethePilot
Why oh why do you set me up with lines like that one?
To try and get someone to take the bait.
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Old Jun 8, 2008 | 10:02 PM
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Hdman:
Those rims look very nice on the 550.
What % of window tint is that?
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Old Jun 22, 2008 | 08:39 PM
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Cold morning, strange light, but here you guys go...


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Old Jun 22, 2008 | 08:48 PM
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Originally Posted by Brocktoon
Looks great!
For some reason, the new 08 wheel centers make those wheels look better. Hmm maybe I'll get some.
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Old Jun 22, 2008 | 08:54 PM
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Looks great! Worth the wait I am sure...enjoy...:-)

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Old Jun 22, 2008 | 09:17 PM
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Very nice, Brocktoon. Thanks for posting. Enjoy and post more pics when you get a chance.
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Old Jun 23, 2008 | 01:34 AM
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Looks beautiful!
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Old Jun 23, 2008 | 05:25 PM
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Thanks guys. I'll post some action shots from our upcomming British Columbia road trip.
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Old Jun 24, 2008 | 08:49 PM
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People will find it hard to believe that color is Verde Brooke. I just love the way it changes depending on the light.

We were up in Keystone for an extended weekend and I kid you not, one fella told me at the golf course how it was the most amazing green color he'd ever seen. Then, the very next day at a lunch spot, someone told us what a beautiful brown vehicle we had.

Enjoy your new ride!!!
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Old Jul 5, 2008 | 05:43 PM
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Newbie_2 and NJ in Vegas

Had a great lunch with Jen and Allen in Las Vegas earlier today and shot a few images. I will post one and let Jen post the others.

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Old Jul 5, 2008 | 10:26 PM
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Originally Posted by Nevada Jack
Had a great lunch with Jen and Allen in Las Vegas earlier today and shot a few images. I will post one and let Jen post the others.

very nice
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Old Jul 6, 2008 | 01:33 AM
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It was great meeting you Jack, finally! I'll post my pics when I get home, but here are a couple that Jack took...one of Jack & I next to my GL and the other with Jack & I in front of both GL's.

We had a great lunch and I just wish we could have spent more time together.
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Old Jul 6, 2008 | 09:45 AM
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Looks like you all had a fun time!

Hopefully, I'll get a chance to catch him on his last day owning a GL550
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Old Jul 6, 2008 | 10:11 AM
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Originally Posted by Stumblefoot
Looks like you all had a fun time!

Hopefully, I'll get a chance to catch him on his last day owning a GL550
We had a great time Brian.

I should hear from Greg tomorrow (I hope) with a timeline of some kind. I want to try dusting you...:-)
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