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Old Jul 10, 2011 | 09:31 PM
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2012 M-Class Has Similar Lines As GLK

At least from this angle (1st pix) the side panels of the new 2012 M-Class does show a resemblance to its smaller brother, the GLK. I kinda like it. Trade up may be in the works!







"Mercedes-Benz presented the first pictures and information on the 2012 M-Class. The redesigned M-Class gets new bodywork and a new car. Bluetec ml 250 4MATIC ML 350 4MATIC ML 350 Bluetec and 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY: It will be initially offered in three versions. A carved to get beautifully detailed front bumper and a bigger, bolder version of the Mercedes-Benz passenger cars from the brand on the podium."*

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Old Jul 11, 2011 | 09:36 PM
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Old Jul 12, 2011 | 02:35 AM
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Though it is a German site, but I'm sure you will be able to browse through the pictures. Look for the "forward/back" arrows on top of the first picture.

http://www.autobild.de/bilder/bilder...c-1858255.html
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Old Jul 12, 2011 | 02:06 PM
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Though it is a German site, but I'm sure you will be able to browse through the pictures. Look for the "forward/back" arrows on top of the first picture.

http://www.autobild.de/bilder/bilder...c-1858255.html
Well that bluetech looks a little too *plain-jane* for me... so on second thought... maybe we'll stick to the GLK, but if they do make an AMG version, or one with the cladding seen in the above pictures, we may go for it. In the meantime I do wish the side skirts of our GLK's had a fold in them like the new M does rather than one long single piece without any shape to it whatsoever.

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Old Jul 13, 2011 | 08:17 PM
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Good move; the M- Class has always been the ugly duckling in the whole MB lineup, IM(not so)HO.

This is an improvement.
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Old Jul 14, 2011 | 10:36 AM
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I had a high expectation on the upcoming M class. however, this is disapointing. it looks too plain as some said and to me it looks more of a van. I dont think this will keep up with the redesigned X5
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Old Jul 14, 2011 | 10:48 AM
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Not sure I'm digging the exterior but the interior looks good-love the leather dash.
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Old Jul 15, 2011 | 05:34 PM
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Old Jul 20, 2011 | 03:07 AM
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Autoblog did a first drive of the 2012 ML BLuetec version on the 18th.

http://www.autoblog.com/2011/07/18/2...-drive-review/

One of the new exterior design features that puzzled them was the rather large chrome covered PLASTIC skid plate on the front end. I know plastic air dams are a common lower font end items nowadays and can be made fairly rugged. But to rename this chunk of excess chromed plastic a skid plate is embarrassing. Skid plates like the one on my pickup are quarter inch thick steel plate and placed underneath critical engine parts to be functional not shiny and cute.

I fear this SUV was designed to be cute for suburban female buyers!
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Old Jul 20, 2011 | 02:40 PM
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I fear this SUV was designed to be cute for suburban female buyers!
I agree, but that also fits the GLK to a T as well.
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Old Jul 20, 2011 | 07:43 PM
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I had a high expectation on the upcoming M class. however, this is disapointing. it looks too plain as some said and to me it looks more of a van. I dont think this will keep up with the redesigned X5
agree, new M looks like blown up A-class.
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Old Jul 28, 2011 | 01:41 PM
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agree, new M looks like blown up A-class.

Could be worse; the original M looked like a Ford AeroVan...
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Old Jul 31, 2011 | 06:02 AM
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I think MBRedux lines look like he's bottom... He drives a nissan and admires a GLK, what a trader.. "Trader Joe"
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Old Jul 31, 2011 | 06:05 AM
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Originally Posted by MBRedux
At least from this angle (1st pix) the side panels of the new 2012 M-Class does show a resemblance to its smaller brother, the GLK. I kinda like it. Trade up may be in the works!







"Mercedes-Benz presented the first pictures and information on the 2012 M-Class. The redesigned M-Class gets new bodywork and a new car. Bluetec ml 250 4MATIC ML 350 4MATIC ML 350 Bluetec and 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY: It will be initially offered in three versions. A carved to get beautifully detailed front bumper and a bigger, bolder version of the Mercedes-Benz passenger cars from the brand on the podium."*

*I didn't write this.
Smaller brother ?????? Hey douche... the GLK has nothing to do with the M...
PS"Now give your self a kick in the A$$..."

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Old Jul 31, 2011 | 09:47 AM
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Smaller brother ?????? Hey douche... the GLK has nothing to do with the M...
PS"Now give your self a kick in the A$$..."
I'm sorry but don't you have anything nice to say about anything"

And you said what "Last edited by GLKMM; Today at 06:05 AM. Reason: The guy is illeterate.."

And how do you spell "illiterate.."

"I think MBRedux lines look like he's bottom... He drives a nissan and admires a GLK, what a trader.. "Trader Joe""

Hmm...."look like he's bottom" ?????? "and admires a GLK" his wife drive a GLK is there a problem with that? He drives a GT-R can you afford that?

They say that people in glass houses should never throw stones.

I'm not defending MBR but you need to focus on the questions in the forum and provide answers and opinions about the subject matter not the person who wrote it.
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Originally Posted by MKenM
I'm sorry but don't you have anything nice to say about anything"

And you said what "Last edited by GLKMM; Today at 06:05 AM. Reason: The guy is illeterate.."

And how do you spell "illiterate.."

"I think MBRedux lines look like he's bottom... He drives a nissan and admires a GLK, what a trader.. "Trader Joe""

Hmm...."look like he's bottom" ?????? "and admires a GLK" his wife drive a GLK is there a problem with that? He drives a GT-R can you afford that?

They say that people in glass houses should never throw stones.

I'm not defending MBR but you need to focus on the questions in the forum and provide answers and opinions about the subject matter not the person who wrote it.
At list you very literate one, maybe can clarify that to him... Don't chew on this too much dough I am presenting it to you as soft as baby's food or maybe baby's excrement...Swallow
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Originally Posted by Nola
GLKMM, check your PM's.
Instead of sending me pms remove me from this forum... Since I found nothing but hatred from one of your members "MBRedux", he's smart-*** remarks and arogant attitude are not nice especialy when facts are talking, but again it looks like you will not be fair in your judgment so please take me off from this forum, I simply listed a technical info that MBRedux turned into a dispute...
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At list you very literate one, maybe can clarify that to him... Don't chew on this too much dough I am presenting it to you as soft as baby's food or maybe baby's excrement...Swallow
What?

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Instead of sending me pms remove me from this forum... Since I found nothing but hatred from one of your members "MBRedux", he's smart-*** remarks and arogant attitude are not nice especialy when facts are talking, but again it looks like you will not be fair in your judgment so please take me off from this forum, I simply listed a technical info that MBRedux turned into a dispute...
You have to be kidding? I'm the bad guy? Check out this thread as an example. I never attacked you or spurted "hatred". You did in your post #13 and #14. Blaming others is easy to do. It's clear that your repeated ravenous attacks have done yourself in, not I or anyone else. If your wish is to be removed from MBWorld, you're doing a great job. But why wait for Nola? You can do that yourself!

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Old Aug 3, 2011 | 08:32 AM
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Back on topic, I learned yesterday from my sales buddy that the new M will be available with this cladding. He's looking into a trade.

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Similar, Maybe?

Originally Posted by MBRedux
Back on topic, I learned yesterday from my sales buddy that the new M will be available with this cladding. He's looking into a trade.

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Old Aug 3, 2011 | 09:19 AM
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Originally Posted by MBRedux
Back on topic, I learned yesterday from my sales buddy that the new M will be available with this cladding. He's looking into a trade.




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Old Aug 3, 2011 | 09:45 AM
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Imitation is the most sincere form of flattery I guess! That Ford sure does look similar.
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If your wish is to be removed from MBWorld, you're doing a great job. But why wait for Nola? You can do that yourself!
How do I do it myself... The moderator says it can not be done... Why? I joined in accidentally and now I am stuck with it... Any HELP would be appreciated...
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