X164 GL-Class Unofficial Picture Thread
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From: SoCal
Porsche 911
I have to agree that the GL tows great! A little floaty over bumpy curves at highway speed (compared to my previous Tahoe with lower/stiffer springs and shocks) but otherwise goes, stops, and rides beautifully. 
Finally had a chance to get it out with our 24' box trailer at roughly 5000lbs.
Finally had a chance to get it out with our 24' box trailer at roughly 5000lbs.
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From: Canada
'11 GL350
Love the way it tows! I did 8500km in the first 7 days I owned it. 4500km of it pulling an Outback 210rs. Great trip... Passed 18 wheelers going uphill through the Rockies (while towing).
Spent a night dry camping on top of big horn pass... I'm used to tenting so... getting up in the morning and having a shower was a real treat!
Spent a night dry camping on top of big horn pass... I'm used to tenting so... getting up in the morning and having a shower was a real treat!
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From: Hong Kong
2013 G63, 2015 S500, 2016 C63 coupe
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GL320
GL320 Carlsson tow package !!
2009 GL320 with the boat in tow. Boat is about 4000 pounds. I wouldn't even know it was there if it were not for all the thumbs up's!
Last edited by bertsboat; Nov 15, 2011 at 09:06 AM.
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GL320
They are (or were) up until the other day. Search GL Carlsson and you will find then. Around $800 each end. If they are not there look at completed items. You will find them. Mine has the Carlsson kick panels too in place of the running boards. Just installed Brembo too. Stops on .10 now.
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GL320
How's that lowering modual working for you? I am looking to get one. I have the lowering links and I am going to install them tomorrow. I will take some pictures and post them. Bert
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From: VERNON B.C. Canada
GLE 350 d COUPE 2016
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From: Fresno, CA
2013 GL550
Agreed. I was not sure what I wanted it before I bought it. Almost bought the BMW 750il with the M-sport package (very sweet car, btw). Went to check out the MBs and drove everything. I decided on the GL550 for the family and because it just felt so light and balanced for what it was. I just didn't feel I was really giving up anything. It's a really impressive machine.
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From: Harker Heights, TX
2010 E550, 2010 GL450
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From: FRESNO CA
GL550
Agreed. I was not sure what I wanted it before I bought it. Almost bought the BMW 750il with the M-sport package (very sweet car, btw). Went to check out the MBs and drove everything. I decided on the GL550 for the family and because it just felt so light and balanced for what it was. I just didn't feel I was really giving up anything. It's a really impressive machine.
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From: Fresno, CA
2013 GL550
- Parktronic with Active Parking Assist
- Trailer Hitch
- Rear Seat Entertainment System
- Lockable Rear Storage Compartment
- Driver Assistance Package (I highly recommend this...Distronic+ works great)
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From: Fresno, CA
2013 GL550
Finally another Fresnan. Great looking choice, I'll look for you around the dealership. Would they work with you on price? I ordered the first 550 from MBZ Fresno and only got $2000.00 off MSRP, but didn't want to haggle in the big cities. 2008 model. Seriously considering GL63.
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From: Fresno, CA
2013 GL550
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From: Fresno, CA
2013 GL550
The 550 comes pretty complete, but came with the following additional options:
- Parktronic with Active Parking Assist
- Trailer Hitch
- Rear Seat Entertainment System
- Lockable Rear Storage Compartment
- Driver Assistance Package (I highly recommend this...Distronic+ works great)
- Parktronic with Active Parking Assist
- Trailer Hitch
- Rear Seat Entertainment System
- Lockable Rear Storage Compartment
- Driver Assistance Package (I highly recommend this...Distronic+ works great)
