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

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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 11:44 AM
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Tint the front windows

NJ before I forget... I'd suggest getting some tint on front windows.. I got legal tint (very light) on my fornt windows and makes truck look even more bad-***.. Oh I went for chrome hood fins too... Real nice touches I think!!!
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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 12:50 PM
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Very nice. You'll be smiling all the way back home. I like those running boards, too.
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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 01:03 PM
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Jack,

Congrats............Looks great. Send me a message when you get back to Las Vegas I would love to see it in person.

Jeff
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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 01:55 PM
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Looks gorgeous and it hasn't even been detailed yet...the truck...not the beaming papa...he looks like he detailed himself perfectly to pick up the newest member of his family No one would guess that you just went through many months of difficult labor to get this newest baby Congrats Jack

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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 02:49 PM
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Nice looking truck, Jack. I was at my dealer yesterday as they were unloading a white GL550 with the same black interior w/white stitching. Gorgeous truck. I may have to go down this evening and drive it.
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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 06:00 PM
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I love the running boards! Everyone, please post more photos. I've yet to see one in person and this is as close as I can get until I get mine next month.
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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 06:02 PM
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Nice looking truck, Jack. I was at my dealer yesterday as they were unloading a white GL550 with the same black interior w/white stitching. Gorgeous truck. I may have to go down this evening and drive it.
Love your Avitar...what a beautiful Lab!
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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 08:24 PM
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Love your Avitar...what a beautiful Lab!

Thanks. Here's a recent pic of him...




Back on topic, I didn't get over to the dealer tonight.
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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 08:47 PM
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Thanks. Here's a recent pic of him...

OMG, I'm in LOVE with him!! I have a black & a chocolate Lab...I could steal him & have a variety pack!

On-topic: Sorry you didn't make it to the dealer tonight.
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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 08:47 PM
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Originally Posted by Nevada Jack
Stopped by to say hello to Greg and shot a few pics before the PDI and detaling. What a great looking truck...! I love the OB Black on Black look. Sorry Brian, did not see your GL...will get shots tomorrow.
Who's the funny looking guy leaning on your GL, Jack?
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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 09:00 PM
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Delivery Pics

I posted the pics from the delivery on the URL below. These are straight from the camera and need some tweaking which I will do with PS when I get home. Plan a Sunday photo shoot to completely show the GL in all it's glory...:-)

The lady in the picture is Amby, she is the delivery specialist and did a super job...she knows that car inside and out. Brian is shown with his wife deeply involved in the presentation. Greg is the one on the left in front of my GL and John is on the right in front of Brians's GL. Not your typical car salesmen...they do a great job and spend as much time as you need.

All in all Westminster does a first class job from order to delivery. I met both the sales manger and general manager and both were real people. A pleasure to deal with them. I will let Brian comment on his experience but from all indications he was enamored with the car and the delivery process.

http://gallery.mac.com/nevadajacksmac#100241
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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 09:02 PM
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Originally Posted by StevethePilot
Who's the funny looking guy leaning on your GL, Jack?
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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 09:10 PM
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That'a not GL, mine is on the left.
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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 09:14 PM
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I was ordered by oknish to bring my profile and signature up to date so I immedialety took action to correct them. I do not want to anger nish for fear he will get with jp and create a animation which will impune my image...
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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 09:36 PM
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Jack, congratulations. That is a thing of beauty. Have a great trip home. Can't wait to see the next batch of photos.
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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 10:08 PM
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Delivery Pics

Jack,

Unbelievable job on the pics. I particulary like the one where Amby was telling me, "No sir... you don't have mix two cycle oil with your gasoline like your Toro lawn mower."

I echo Jack's sentiment on the delivery process. It truly was first class the whole way. And, as everyone can see, I was rather intent on learning everything Amby had to tell me.

Lastly, I like those first two pics too, because I think they are the first to show what the bicycle rack looks like with the 3rd bike attachment, as well as the cargo box and tray. To our surprise, it also included the cargo divider net (a.k.a. keep the big dog in the back net) which was an added bonus.

Be safe the rest of the way home and we'll see you in just 6 weeks from tonight at Rao's.
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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 10:12 PM
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Very Nice

Very nice looking ride, congrats, enjoy

Did you sell the S-Class?
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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 10:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Stumblefoot
Jack,

Unbelievable job on the pics. I particulary like the one where Amby was telling me, "No sir... you don't have mix two cycle oil with your gasoline like your Toro lawn mower."

I echo Jack's sentiment on the delivery process. It truly was first class the whole way. And, as everyone can see, I was rather intent on learning everything Amby had to tell me.

Lastly, I like those first two pics too, because I think they are the first to show what the bicycle rack looks like with the 3rd bike attachment, as well as the cargo box and tray. To our surprise, it also included the cargo divider net (a.k.a. keep the big dog in the back net) which was an added bonus.

Be safe the rest of the way home and we'll see you in just 6 weeks from tonight at Rao's.
Thanks Brian...had a good time today!

Tell Amy I am sorry I did not get a chance to say goodbye...
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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 11:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Nevada Jack
I was ordered by oknish to bring my profile and signature up to date so I immedialety took action to correct them. I do not want to anger nish for fear he will get with jp and create a animation which will impune my image...
It was just a suggestion, Sire, not an order. However, I am afraid jp is already at work with some animations so it might be too late.
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Old Sep 15, 2007 | 07:29 AM
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It was just a suggestion, Sire, not an order. However, I am afraid jp is already at work with some animations so it might be too late.
I was thinking of something like this to remind us all that Nevada was the one who originally coined the phrase "What's Up" when greeting JFK and Bobby at staff meetings during the Cuban Missle Crisis.
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Old Sep 15, 2007 | 10:22 AM
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I was thinking of something like this to remind us all that Nevada was the one who originally coined the phrase "What's Up" when greeting JFK and Bobby at staff meetings during the Cuban Missle Crisis.


Now how about a work of art showing NJ in his later years with a GL 550?
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Old Sep 16, 2007 | 12:14 PM
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I was thinking of something like this to remind us all that Nevada was the one who originally coined the phrase "What's Up" when greeting JFK and Bobby at staff meetings during the Cuban Missle Crisis.
I shot those pictures...they asked me "what's up?"
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Old Sep 16, 2007 | 02:08 PM
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Shot this a short time ago...

The angle kind of emphasizes the brute a little...

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Old Sep 16, 2007 | 04:01 PM
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The angle kind of emphasizes the brute a little...

Your GL550 is absolutely fantastic! Great shot!
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Old Sep 16, 2007 | 04:48 PM
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