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Old Oct 31, 2024 | 10:48 PM
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Trading in high mileage GLC for high mileage GL450

I’m looking to trade in my 2018 GLC with over 100k miles for a 2016 GL450 with 95k miles and drIve it for a long time! It’s the car I’ve always wanted and I want the space for towing around my school age boys. I think it’s a great deal but I’m driving it and having it inspected tomorrow. Should I do the inspection at MB dealer for $200 (car has been serviced there before by prior owner) OR a local highly respected garage where I would likely do expensive repairs if needed? Any musts? Do I get an extended warranty? How do I see the spec sheet? TIA and wish me luck!!
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Old Nov 1, 2024 | 07:38 AM
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congrats!
2016 GL450 belongs to X166 though.
I would choose reputable indy shop.
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Old Nov 1, 2024 | 07:43 AM
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Thank you, I figured that out after the fact!

do I need to make sure they have a special computer to check with? And that they drive it? Dealership will road test it.
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Old Nov 1, 2024 | 11:11 AM
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Is this just an "Euro" shop or a dedicated MB shop? If its just an Euro shop they may or may not have the Star System but a highly respected shop specialized on the MB brand more than likely would not be in the business without it.
So yes I`d take a reputable MB specialist over any dealership any day.
Every shop is different for test driving matter, most of them drive it before and after the job.
Good luck with the purchase.
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@admin please move to X166 forum
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