Been a MB wonder for a few years but left and went back to Jeep....just this week jumped back into the MB Pool - buying a lease turned in 2011 GL550 - Steel Grey/Beige interior with only 7000 miles! Bought it Saturday last week and its been in the shop getting "punch list items" worked out....HOPEFUL i get it back today...

1. Lugnuts were rusting - they replaced
2. Creaking/Popping in front steering (they have replaced struts, sway arm, steering knuckle, lubricated everything)
3. After road testing the tech noticed a vibration from same area and deduced that the bushings must be replaced
4. Fog lights had condensation in them (they have replaced both)
5. Rear driver side seat squeaked - (they adjusted something)
6. Alignment, oil change, and 25 point inspection.....
7. Replaced battery in one of the key fobs; ordered new mats

I've noticed several people commenting on the "unique" squeaks and sounds from this model on the MB World threads. Am I in need of changing my mind about this vehicle or is it something you eventually figure out what to fix/replace or deal with?

And while this is silly, is there any way on the 2011 to get an audible horn response when you "lock" the vehicle? I haven't had it in my garage yet long enough to play with it and figure out the setting....

After being away from MB for two years - I was giddy to see that many at the dealership remembered me and addressed me by name. This is what I love most about MB - they are hospitable to those who are brand loyal!

Cheers,
Skip

 

Congrats, sounds like a great vehicle - '11 550 with only 7K miles. Sounds like you may have corrected all of the squeaks and sounds with the work the dealer is doing. Post some pics when you get her back!

 

Thanks for the welcome! Got the GL in my garage late Friday night! Yup, over $3100 in suspension/steering warranty work to include shocks.... We are "squeak and rattle and shudder" free! Been concentrating on making her pretty all weekend - applying a triple coat wax and clay bar application! This gun metal gray color scheme is amazing in the sun!!!!

Haven't figured out how to load pics...

 

Here she is!

 

Great color, beautiful car.

 

Thanks! She's back in the detail shop today to apply touch up to a couple road chips.... Was at gas station yesterday and while the guy said nothing, he just simply "walked around the bute and nodded his head up and down" - i got a puffy chest :-)