Anyone else with 2021 GLE On Order?
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2021 GLE 450
We got two keychains, two hats, two travel mugs, two pens, two glass cleaning cloths in a tote bag. Maybe some other stuff I don't remember. I was surprised because my previous two M-B vehicles (purchased years ago) came with maybe a keychain, not much. Varies by dealer I'm sure. Enjoy your new car!
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@Williemv No problem. I have the AMG line interior so it’s the MB Tex/DINAMICA seats and so far the seats are more comfortable than I expected. I was not able to sit in them before I ordered because no one in my area had those seats. But they are comfortable and I haven’t noticed any defect in them
@MarkerVB wow that’s a lot! When I got my E class I got 2 keychains, a box of Godiva chocolates, a tote bag and hand sanitizer. For this one I had to beg for 2 keychains. My brother got an AMG GT from the same dealership last month and he got keychains, a tote bag and a nice hat. I’m hoping when the demonstrator walks me through the car next week I can get him to give me some stuff.
@MarkerVB wow that’s a lot! When I got my E class I got 2 keychains, a box of Godiva chocolates, a tote bag and hand sanitizer. For this one I had to beg for 2 keychains. My brother got an AMG GT from the same dealership last month and he got keychains, a tote bag and a nice hat. I’m hoping when the demonstrator walks me through the car next week I can get him to give me some stuff.
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2021 GLE450W4 SUV
We got two keychains, two hats, two travel mugs, two pens, two glass cleaning cloths in a tote bag. Maybe some other stuff I don't remember. I was surprised because my previous two M-B vehicles (purchased years ago) came with maybe a keychain, not much. Varies by dealer I'm sure. Enjoy your new car!
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2021 GLE Coupe
I don't know how fast the factory is churning them out now, but I'm four and a half months from placing my order and ten days away from it's built date. I have no idea on delivery time after manufacturing. My second order is taking five weeks longer than that. All in all about a six and seven month wait. I hope it's not that long for you. Using my example your delivery would be August or Sept. So don't use my example.
Last edited by Williemv; Feb 28, 2021 at 10:10 AM.
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During these times, if you want a GLE fast, you need to buy one off the lot...period.
Otherwise, just be happy knowing that eventually, there is a good chance you're going to get exactly what you want. These are unprecedented times...in the modern era with JIT (just in time) supply chains. JIT is excellent at reducing costs...unless the parts aren't JIT -- then it causes huge headaches and increased cost. Be advised, JIT is completely broken at the moment.
https://hbr.org/2021/02/why-were-in-...uctor-shortage
https://www.forbes.com/sites/arielco...ith-batteries/
https://www.reutersevents.com/supply.../end-just-time
These are the issues that MBUSA is working through as they attempt to build your vehicle.
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@Williemv No problem. I have the AMG line interior so it’s the MB Tex/DINAMICA seats and so far the seats are more comfortable than I expected. I was not able to sit in them before I ordered because no one in my area had those seats. But they are comfortable and I haven’t noticed any defect in them.
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2021 GLE 450
I've ordered a GLE 450 (and still have time to make changes) and wondered if there is any reason to order/not order the roof spoiler. Isn't it more aesthetic than functional ?
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it is purely for aesthetics IMO
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Finalized a GLE580 order this week. Was considering the massage seats, but they do not seem to be available at this time... The regular seats seem to be fine, though, so no reason to delay ordering... Tentatively building in May and delivering in June... We'll see.....
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'21 AMG53 wDPP & ARC, 19 GLC300 - Former-03 C240,2 ML BlueTecs,20 GLE450 E-ABC,15 Cayenne D,17 Macan
I was told that I had time before the order was locked, so I kept several important things on a list, waiting for the "last call for changes" alert from my Salesman.
One Monday (about three weeks before the anticipated lock) he called and said "It's Locked."
The factory skipped the usual warning status, and we're getting the wrong color and some important options omitted. I'm not real happy about that.
Make your changes.
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I wouldn't wait to make any changes you have in mind.
I was told that I had time before the order was locked, so I kept several important things on a list, waiting for the "last call for changes" alert from my Salesman.
One Monday (about three weeks before the anticipated lock) he called and said "It's Locked."
The factory skipped the usual warning status, and we're getting the wrong color and some important options omitted. I'm not real happy about that.
Make your changes.
I was told that I had time before the order was locked, so I kept several important things on a list, waiting for the "last call for changes" alert from my Salesman.
One Monday (about three weeks before the anticipated lock) he called and said "It's Locked."
The factory skipped the usual warning status, and we're getting the wrong color and some important options omitted. I'm not real happy about that.
Make your changes.
What colour are you getting, and what did you want?
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I wouldn't wait to make any changes you have in mind.
I was told that I had time before the order was locked, so I kept several important things on a list, waiting for the "last call for changes" alert from my Salesman.
One Monday (about three weeks before the anticipated lock) he called and said "It's Locked."
The factory skipped the usual warning status, and we're getting the wrong color and some important options omitted. I'm not real happy about that.
Make your changes.
I was told that I had time before the order was locked, so I kept several important things on a list, waiting for the "last call for changes" alert from my Salesman.
One Monday (about three weeks before the anticipated lock) he called and said "It's Locked."
The factory skipped the usual warning status, and we're getting the wrong color and some important options omitted. I'm not real happy about that.
Make your changes.
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I’m not sure what my order status is right now... hopefully it’s locked because I still wish I had sprung for the high end Burmester audio. I’m not an audiophile by any stretch of the imagination so I’m not sure exactly what I’d be missing out on for the $7,000. For the record, my feeling is that the upgraded 28 speaker Revell Ultima in my Aviator is terrible!
I did have to change the exterior colour due to an availability issue with Iridium Silver. Decided to go with Selenite Grey in lieu.
I did have to change the exterior colour due to an availability issue with Iridium Silver. Decided to go with Selenite Grey in lieu.
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'21 AMG53 wDPP & ARC, 19 GLC300 - Former-03 C240,2 ML BlueTecs,20 GLE450 E-ABC,15 Cayenne D,17 Macan
And I was hoping to find some way to get the Active Ride Control AND a heated steering wheel.
Started the process in September. It'll be a nice car but maybe not a keeper.
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2021 GLE53 SUV
Obsidian black on order, wanted Selenite Grey or Mojave Silver. Wanted the Burmester 3D, soft close, cupholders.
And I was hoping to find some way to get the Active Ride Control AND a heated steering wheel.
Started the process in September. It'll be a nice car but maybe not a keeper.
And I was hoping to find some way to get the Active Ride Control AND a heated steering wheel.
Started the process in September. It'll be a nice car but maybe not a keeper.
You cannot go wrong with Obsidian Black or Selenite Grey - both are beautiful. We ended up going with Selenite, but was a toss-up.
