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GLC with pano moonroof uses steel roof frame.
GLC without pano has roof made with aluminum alloy.

Some GLCs around the World does not even have aluminum hood and quarter panels. Thus extra weight and lower expense for Mercedes..
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Originally Posted by openwheelracing
GLC with pano moonroof uses steel roof frame.
GLC without pano has roof made with aluminum alloy.

Some GLCs around the World does not even have aluminum hood and quarter panels. Thus extra weight and lower expense for Mercedes..
Well that's that is interestng. Thanks for passing on
i wonder if they skip the aluminum in markets where fuel economy not as important
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