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Chrome handles and crossbars, What Package
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Chrome handles and crossbars, What Package
Hi, I'm new here but have been reading for months. Took delivery of a GL on Jan.12. When it got to the dealer it had the chrome door handles and crossbars. What package includes these options as I was pleasantly surprised and said nothing to the salesman fearing they would take them off!
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Hi, I'm new here but have been reading for months. Took delivery of a GL on Jan.12. When it got to the dealer it had the chrome door handles and crossbars. What package includes these options as I was pleasantly surprised and said nothing to the salesman fearing they would take them off!
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As far as I know the factory chrome package only includes the chrome door guards (behind the handle) like shown on the Accessory Page on MBUSA.
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I think I just answered my own question. My window sticker lists 070 Chrome pkg $85, then it lists R55 Appearance pkg-19" wheels, Skid plates & Black Crossbars. I'll try to read more before I post a question in the future.
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Your OP said you had chrome crossbars but R55 says black. If you have chrome crossbars, maybe they upgrade to chrome if R55 is ordered with 070. That could also explain why yours was $85 vs $79 vs $70 vs $52??
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So does anyone know for sure about how you get the chrome crossbars?? They do add a little bit to the car and I would like to have them. The GL i just ordered will have the chrome package but I believe that is just for the door handles. Correct me if I am wrong.
Also, the European version of the GL has chrome around the windows, whereas the US version has black trim? Any word on how to change that to the chrome?
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Also, the European version of the GL has chrome around the windows, whereas the US version has black trim? Any word on how to change that to the chrome?
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Originally Posted by carperson
they are indeed polished (shiny)-i think they look great, just adds a slight bit of pop without any bling factor.
Anyone care to make it 2 out of 3? I wouldn't want them if they were shiny, but dull would be nice.
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Sorry boxboss! After taking a second look, the skid plates have a finish that's between aluminum and chrome. When clean you can actually see a reflection in them. The finish is smooth. I would get them anyway. To me it just adds a sport look. I don't like bling either. It blends well with the 19" titanium wheels. Get the PE running boards if wife and kids will use. Wish I had them and the bumper plate would be nice too.
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Sorry boxboss! After taking a second look, the skid plates have a finish that's between aluminum and chrome. When clean you can actually see a reflection in them. The finish is smooth. I would get them anyway. To me it just adds a sport look. I don't like bling either. It blends well with the 19" titanium wheels. Get the PE running boards if wife and kids will use. Wish I had them and the bumper plate would be nice too.
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Anyone know the PN for the Front and Read Skid Plates?
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I have the chrome package & comparing to other trucks on the lot, besides the door-handle gaurds I also have chrome screw caps on my license plate frames. Not worth much, but a difference none the less.
