GL Class (X164) 2007-2012: GL320CDI, GL420CDI, GL450, GL550

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Old Aug 27, 2007 | 06:39 PM
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Anyone taken delivery on GL 550 yet.. I know there out there.. Need 550 info
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Old Aug 27, 2007 | 07:11 PM
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Anyone taken delivery on GL 550 yet.. I know there out there.. Need 550 info
I can help you out in about 2 weeks...:-)
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Old Aug 28, 2007 | 01:24 PM
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mine will arrive next week.
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Old Aug 28, 2007 | 01:28 PM
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mine will arrive next week.
Wow I'm really impressed by your collection.. Do you really own all those cars? And if so why no Ferrari in the list?
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Old Aug 28, 2007 | 01:32 PM
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Wow I'm really impressed by your collection.. Do you really own all those cars? And if so why no Ferrari in the list?
Thanks! Yes, but I sold the Cayenne and added a CLK 63 Black Series. I have owned 1 Ferrari and it was a 430 coupe. I didn't care for it very much.
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Old Aug 28, 2007 | 02:22 PM
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mine will arrive next week.
hey grussell - a bunch of us are meeting in Vegas during the weekend of 10/27. Wanna join us? There will be at least 2 or 3 GLs driving from LA.
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Old Aug 28, 2007 | 06:39 PM
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hey grussell - a bunch of us are meeting in Vegas during the weekend of 10/27. Wanna join us? There will be at least 2 or 3 GLs driving from LA.
C'mon grussell... bring that 550 and have it tow the 450, or vice-versa. Now that would be a photo op!
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Old Aug 29, 2007 | 02:37 PM
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Took delivery yesterday. It has gobs of power and the 21s make it handle well. There is a tremendous difference b/w sport and comfort settings. The overall quality of this vehicle is awesome. Very impressed although the sirius radio sounds like crap.
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Old Aug 29, 2007 | 02:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Stumblefoot
C'mon grussell... bring that 550 and have it tow the 450, or vice-versa. Now that would be a photo op!
Sorry, I'll be at Infineon racing. The question is, what will I drive up there?
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Old Aug 29, 2007 | 02:41 PM
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Took delivery yesterday. It has gobs of power and the 21s make it handle well. There is a tremendous difference b/w sport and comfort settings. The overall quality of this vehicle is awesome. Very impressed although the sirius radio sounds like crap.
Congrats! Now for the pesky questions...
1. What's the color makeup?
2. Are your running boards chrome or stainless?
3. Any pics?
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Old Aug 29, 2007 | 02:59 PM
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Took delivery yesterday. It has gobs of power and the 21s make it handle well. There is a tremendous difference b/w sport and comfort settings. The overall quality of this vehicle is awesome. Very impressed although the sirius radio sounds like crap.
Sounds terrific! Tell us more and show us some pics... Enjoy!
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Old Aug 29, 2007 | 03:01 PM
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Took delivery yesterday.
CONGRATS......now take the honor of being the first one to post pics of a 550. Run, don't walk
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Old Aug 29, 2007 | 03:15 PM
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Congrats on the new ride. I fully agree on the radio. Very lack luster in my opinion......... Looking forward to the pics.......
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Old Aug 29, 2007 | 03:45 PM
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great guy with first post says he takes delvery of GL550.. where is the justice??
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Old Aug 29, 2007 | 09:52 PM
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c"mon already,,

We need some pics of that beast!
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Old Aug 29, 2007 | 10:04 PM
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Mine came in early,, Kinda cool. Should be getting it by the weekend just in time for weekend getaway with wife and kids.. This will be a great family mobile.. Kids can't wait to have TV's - they've been part of the wait as well...
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Old Aug 29, 2007 | 10:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Waiting-4-550
Mine came in early,, Kinda cool. Should be getting it by the weekend just in time for weekend getaway with wife and kids.. This will be a great family mobile.. Kids can't wait to have TV's - they've been part of the wait as well...
awesome!!

if all goes well ,,i should have mine tomorrow!!
we are thinking of a family getaway as well........

where ya headed??
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Old Aug 29, 2007 | 11:03 PM
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Originally Posted by Waiting-4-550
Mine came in early
CONGRATS. Your long wait is almost over. Don't forget to post those pics and first impressions.
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Old Aug 29, 2007 | 11:07 PM
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Headed to the country.. There will be an inside and outside pool.. Good opportunity to catch up with my family and leave the daily grind behind!
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Old Aug 29, 2007 | 11:09 PM
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CONGRATS. Your long wait is almost over. Don't forget to post those pics and first impressions.
Think I can keep my name "waiting-4-550" or should I try and change it to with-4-550
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Old Aug 29, 2007 | 11:11 PM
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Originally Posted by Waiting-4-550
Mine came in early,, Kinda cool. Should be getting it by the weekend just in time for weekend getaway with wife and kids.. This will be a great family mobile.. Kids can't wait to have TV's - they've been part of the wait as well...
Well there's some good news! Congrats! I'm excited to see the pictures of the beastie (after the family vacation, I'd assume). Should be a heck of a ride!

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Old Aug 29, 2007 | 11:14 PM
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Think I can keep my name "waiting-4-550" or should I try and change it to with-4-550
Either way, now we will know who is the "man" behind the monikers
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Old Aug 29, 2007 | 11:19 PM
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Originally Posted by Waiting-4-550
Mine came in early,, Kinda cool. Should be getting it by the weekend just in time for weekend getaway with wife and kids.. This will be a great family mobile.. Kids can't wait to have TV's - they've been part of the wait as well...
Congratulation! You will be driving that macho machine this weekend...take care with it and send us some images.
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Old Aug 29, 2007 | 11:21 PM
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Either way, now we will know who is the "man" behind the monikers
Forgive my ignorance but what does "monikers" mean?
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Old Aug 29, 2007 | 11:23 PM
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Congratulation! You will be driving that macho machine this weekend...take care with it and send us some images.
Thanks for the good will NJ.. I hope we all enjoy this great ride in health and happiness... Just got some news tonight which kinda reminded me about the more important things out there.. Health, family and happiness... Sorry if I'm a little serious tonight
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