How’s the power of 450 ?

On paper it’s better than the 2018 AMG GLE 43. There may be some instrumented tests soon, now that some have been released to dealers.

There was some earlier discussion about Run Flat Tires. I just saw info about a Lexus recall that adds another feature that I was unaware of....proper mounting. Easy fix, just buy 4 new expensive tires.
”Run-flat tires suck because they make your car ride poorly and they're both heavy and expensive, but you know what's even worse? Having run-flat tires improperly installed on your wheels. Unfortunately, that's precisely what some 6,300 2018 Lexus LS 500 and LS 500h owners are dealing with now, according to Wednesday's recall notice from Lexus' parent company, Toyota.

The recall states that because the tires were improperly fitted to the vehicle's wheels at the factory, a crack could develop in the run-flat tire's reinforced sidewall, which can lead to the separation of parts of the tire's tread layer. Things could get kind of crashy from there.

Thankfully, not only is this a relatively small recall, but the fix is easy and involves fitting four brand-new tires to the vehicle. This recall repair will be done without cost to the vehicle's owner.”

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Have any dealers in the West received a 2020 yet? I assume they are in Cali but they still seem scarce. I had hoped to test drive one before I leave on a trip this weekend but almost 2 weeks and nothing.

From all appearances there may be a serious ongoing problem with the Dealer Order getting to the Factory system. . Maybe they aren’t communicating. Netstar has been unreliable starting in November when orders opened. My dealer had to call to get the Walnut trim added to my order, his system had it unavailable while some dealers could order it OK. I personally observed this condition. Then some builds had an item dropped or added, leaving the impression that someone might have to manually enter the Netstar order into the Factory system. My Acoustic Comfort disappeared and the Sill Protector was added. A few others reported similar issues with their order. Sure the Dealer will make it right by reordering for you but that kicks the vehicle build date months later.
i have Custom ordered every new vehicle but three for the past 40 years and this is the first time (that I can recall) that the Configurator wasn’t open online in a timely manner. Normally the Dealer system is up early for initial ordering of the dealers initial inventory and the Configurator a month or so later. Some issues always occur with a redesign where so many suppliers, parts and accessory packages are all new. Mercedes may not be anxious to start getting retail orders while they are still building Dealer inventory Worldwide and smooth factory production. Then there is already a backlog of retail orders evidenced by new orders with reported build dates 90+ days out. All will be forgotten when we get our new rides🤗

Thanks Joe, I wonder why I didn’t think of that. There will be one here any day but I’m heading South for some fun. I’ll just keep reading all the reviews from others and pout.🤢

I think this issue is pretty resolved. E-ABC gets nothing special. AMG Line Exterior gets you larger drilled rotors with the same base 2-piston calipers with Mercedes-Benz lettering. If GLE 53 gets fixed calipers that would be an easy swap most likely. Considering the AMG Line Exterior package gets you a much better looking body & grille, painted flares & lower trim, working exhaust outlets, larger, better looking brakes & better wheels I think it's a bargain.