Purchased 2013 GL350 Today!
Thread Starter
Member
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 247
Likes: 13
From: USA
2016 GLC and 2017 BMW 530xi M-Sport
Purchased 2013 GL350 Today!
We went to the MB dealer to price out a 2013 GL350 and they just had unloaded a white one off the truck with most of the options that we wanted! We took it for two test drives and were sold. So, we traded in our 2011 GL350 and purchased this one!!
Love the ride in the new GL350, much smoother, faster and much more car like. Definitely a big difference! This one came with Blind Spot and Lane Assist, which are two needed features that we did not have before. It also has the P2 package (which we had before), but I think they improved the HK stereo. Interior seems more upscale over our 2011. Overall, everything about the GL is better than before.
I still think the command interface needs some work, but it is not bad.
Will have fun testing it out the next few days and interested to see if the mpg has improved too.
Love the ride in the new GL350, much smoother, faster and much more car like. Definitely a big difference! This one came with Blind Spot and Lane Assist, which are two needed features that we did not have before. It also has the P2 package (which we had before), but I think they improved the HK stereo. Interior seems more upscale over our 2011. Overall, everything about the GL is better than before.
I still think the command interface needs some work, but it is not bad.
Will have fun testing it out the next few days and interested to see if the mpg has improved too.
Member
Joined: Sep 2011
Posts: 93
Likes: 0
W212 E350
I would be VERY curious of you see a difference in mpg. I had a 2011 ML BlueTec and traded into a 2012 ML BlueTec and saw no gain in mpg or miles to tank. Please share once you have the info. Thanks and congrats on the new car!!!
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 1,653
Likes: 7
From: Central Pa.
2013 GL450 (traded for 2015 Escalade), 2012 Corvette, 2014 Ford Fusion, Previous: 2007 GL450, 2011
We went to the MB dealer to price out a 2013 GL350 and they just had unloaded a white one off the truck with most of the options that we wanted! We took it for two test drives and were sold. So, we traded in our 2011 GL350 and purchased this one!!
Love the ride in the new GL350, much smoother, faster and much more car like. Definitely a big difference! This one came with Blind Spot and Lane Assist, which are two needed features that we did not have before. It also has the P2 package (which we had before), but I think they improved the HK stereo. Interior seems more upscale over our 2011. Overall, everything about the GL is better than before.
I still think the command interface needs some work, but it is not bad.
Will have fun testing it out the next few days and interested to see if the mpg has improved too.
Love the ride in the new GL350, much smoother, faster and much more car like. Definitely a big difference! This one came with Blind Spot and Lane Assist, which are two needed features that we did not have before. It also has the P2 package (which we had before), but I think they improved the HK stereo. Interior seems more upscale over our 2011. Overall, everything about the GL is better than before.
I still think the command interface needs some work, but it is not bad.
Will have fun testing it out the next few days and interested to see if the mpg has improved too.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 1,425
Likes: 2
From: Minnesota
2015 Ram 2500, former 2013 GL350, 2007 GL450
Agree, I was taking my pictures when the engine was running and I thought the same thing - damn, that's a diesel and it sure doesn't make much noise, especially compared to the Cummins in my Dodge Ram.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 1,653
Likes: 7
From: Central Pa.
2013 GL450 (traded for 2015 Escalade), 2012 Corvette, 2014 Ford Fusion, Previous: 2007 GL450, 2011
Trending Topics
Member
Joined: Sep 2011
Posts: 145
Likes: 0
Audi S5, GL350, Audi A4
We went to the MB dealer to price out a 2013 GL350 and they just had unloaded a white one off the truck with most of the options that we wanted! We took it for two test drives and were sold. So, we traded in our 2011 GL350 and purchased this one!!
Love the ride in the new GL350, much smoother, faster and much more car like. Definitely a big difference! This one came with Blind Spot and Lane Assist, which are two needed features that we did not have before. It also has the P2 package (which we had before), but I think they improved the HK stereo. Interior seems more upscale over our 2011. Overall, everything about the GL is better than before.
I still think the command interface needs some work, but it is not bad.
Will have fun testing it out the next few days and interested to see if the mpg has improved too.
Love the ride in the new GL350, much smoother, faster and much more car like. Definitely a big difference! This one came with Blind Spot and Lane Assist, which are two needed features that we did not have before. It also has the P2 package (which we had before), but I think they improved the HK stereo. Interior seems more upscale over our 2011. Overall, everything about the GL is better than before.
I still think the command interface needs some work, but it is not bad.
Will have fun testing it out the next few days and interested to see if the mpg has improved too.
MB World Stories
The Best of Mercedes & AMG
New Electric Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe Unveiled: 10 Things You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
6 Mercedes Models That Did NOT Age Well (But Are Somehow Still Cool)
Verdad Gallardo
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren
Verdad Gallardo
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine
Verdad Gallardo
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction
Verdad Gallardo
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve
Verdad Gallardo
Super Member
Joined: Jan 2012
Posts: 600
Likes: 7
From: Maryland
2022 E450 Prior:2021 S580 2012 E350BT, 2013 GL350BT, 2009 ML320BT, 2006 E320CDI, 1987 260E
Congrats! You are definitely lucky getting there right as it came off the truck. Spoken with a few dealers around here and all say I will need to order a 350.
Interesting the engine is quieter, already thought my '09 and '12 were pretty quiet though gotten a bit rougher with age. I haven't driven the new diesel yet (consistent with the '12+ ML and S) so I am curious to see how it compares to the old. I read somewhere its a new head and turbo?
Interesting the engine is quieter, already thought my '09 and '12 were pretty quiet though gotten a bit rougher with age. I haven't driven the new diesel yet (consistent with the '12+ ML and S) so I am curious to see how it compares to the old. I read somewhere its a new head and turbo?
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 1,425
Likes: 2
From: Minnesota
2015 Ram 2500, former 2013 GL350, 2007 GL450
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: May 2009
Posts: 1,850
Likes: 56
From: New York
2025 Range Rover, 2022 BMW M850 , 2017 MB E400 Coupe
Good Luck.
Super Member
Joined: Jan 2012
Posts: 600
Likes: 7
From: Maryland
2022 E450 Prior:2021 S580 2012 E350BT, 2013 GL350BT, 2009 ML320BT, 2006 E320CDI, 1987 260E
I've been offered today $1,200 over invoice ...ordered GL350. They offered me 46K for my car ( 2011 GL350 16K miles, MSRP $73K). Trade in price is unacceptable and in case I decide to do it – I’ll sell it using autotrader or something. I've spent about 15 minutes talking to salesman, so no any hard negotiation was involved and I think prices will be better in spring 2013.
Good Luck.
Good Luck.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 1,653
Likes: 7
From: Central Pa.
2013 GL450 (traded for 2015 Escalade), 2012 Corvette, 2014 Ford Fusion, Previous: 2007 GL450, 2011
I've been offered today $1,200 over invoice ...ordered GL350. They offered me 46K for my car ( 2011 GL350 16K miles, MSRP $73K). Trade in price is unacceptable and in case I decide to do it – I’ll sell it using autotrader or something. I've spent about 15 minutes talking to salesman, so no any hard negotiation was involved and I think prices will be better in spring 2013.
Good Luck.
Good Luck.
Thread Starter
Member
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 247
Likes: 13
From: USA
2016 GLC and 2017 BMW 530xi M-Sport
Unfortunately the market for the 2012 and older GL's seem to have depreciated and will probably only get worse with the new GL out. I only received $48,000 for my 2011 GL350 (MSRP was $77,000) with 24,000 miles on it.
I know big financial loss and stupid financial move, but I was really impressed with the new GL and still am after having it a couple weeks. I had trade in quotes at several other dealerships (Porsche & BMW) and they were all similar or worse.
I also thought about selling it on autotrader, but then I would loose the tax benefit of trading it in on a new car, which is about $3500.
I know big financial loss and stupid financial move, but I was really impressed with the new GL and still am after having it a couple weeks. I had trade in quotes at several other dealerships (Porsche & BMW) and they were all similar or worse.
I also thought about selling it on autotrader, but then I would loose the tax benefit of trading it in on a new car, which is about $3500.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: May 2009
Posts: 1,850
Likes: 56
From: New York
2025 Range Rover, 2022 BMW M850 , 2017 MB E400 Coupe
I don't mind sharing the dealership - it's MB of Morristown in NJ. My wife was shopping in that area and I just stopped by. PM me if you need a salesman's name.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 1,425
Likes: 2
From: Minnesota
2015 Ram 2500, former 2013 GL350, 2007 GL450
That's interesting, definitely not what we're seeing in the Midwest. BTW, my vehicle was listed in new inventory on my dealer's website for about 2 weeks - 1 week before delivery and one week after. It was never available for purchase since it was ordered. But if you were at your dealership and they have a gaggle of GL350's sitting on the lot, I can't argue that apparently they aren't selling as fast on the east coast.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: May 2009
Posts: 1,850
Likes: 56
From: New York
2025 Range Rover, 2022 BMW M850 , 2017 MB E400 Coupe
Happy driving to all
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 1,653
Likes: 7
From: Central Pa.
2013 GL450 (traded for 2015 Escalade), 2012 Corvette, 2014 Ford Fusion, Previous: 2007 GL450, 2011
[QUOTE=aeggroup;5428317]Jim - good point. I have no idea what these 85 cars in NY Metro inventory mean. It may be cars on dealer's lots as well as cars in a port or on the way to the port. I just remember the time when I was buying my 2011 GL and I did not see so many Bluetecs available in our area ( I used 200 miles radius ). Anyway - it's a great car ..either it's old or new model and whoever is lucky to afford one should feel really blessed ..."
The minute a vin # is assigned....it technically shows up in "dealer inventory" But in most cases that does not mean it is on the lot.
The minute a vin # is assigned....it technically shows up in "dealer inventory" But in most cases that does not mean it is on the lot.
