Best color for GLK?
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I had a red GLK loaner for a week and kinda liked it. However, before I ordered my new 2013 GLK, I checked the colors dealers stock in the Phoenix area and Polar White is stocked 5 or 6 times more frequently than red. I figure it might be harder to sell a red car vs. the white.
I would order Diamond White on an E or S but not on a GLK. I'd put the money into something else such as leather.
I would order Diamond White on an E or S but not on a GLK. I'd put the money into something else such as leather.
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I would appreciate seeing larger photos. I really like Luzonit but never have seen it in person. Is it a beige grey? Quite metallic and full of depth? Thanks!!
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Metallic paints DO add depth IMO, but then again flat black has a LOT of depth too and boy is it gorgeous when new.
That said, I DON'T THINK MY SILVER IS TOO PRACTICAL AT ALL! (ALL YOU NAYSAYERS!) Just the right amount of practical and pizzazz. That is, IN MY OPINION....
I must say I tracked down a Diamond white and now am reconsidering. The pearl effect is beautiful, and really makes it a stunning white. As much as I like black, I swore after my last black vehicle never again. So I am thinking maybe bite the $1,600 bullet and go with the DW. I am planning on getting the AMG rims, and that combo really seems to work. Not surprisingly, when you search the 2013 GLK, many of the promotional pics are a Diamond White with running bds and upgraded AMG wheels. Usually they put fwd one of the better colors for the promo material.
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Yes, the metallic paints are differentiated by the "metallic" in the name as well as the premium on the price tag.
Metallic paints DO add depth IMO, but then again flat black has a LOT of depth too and boy is it gorgeous when new.
That said, I DON'T THINK MY SILVER IS TOO PRACTICAL AT ALL! (ALL YOU NAYSAYERS!) Just the right amount of practical and pizzazz. That is, IN MY OPINION....
I think you should go with the DW. The $1,600 bullet is not too bad when spread out over your payments (if you plan on using the entire term to pay back your loan). The color does not seem that common too which is an added bonus (for some). I personally love the look but I was not willing to wait as I was having one too many problems with the C. Found an iridium silver GLK at the port in Baltimore with a scheduled delivery by the end of week or sooner and never turned back.
Metallic paints DO add depth IMO, but then again flat black has a LOT of depth too and boy is it gorgeous when new.
That said, I DON'T THINK MY SILVER IS TOO PRACTICAL AT ALL! (ALL YOU NAYSAYERS!) Just the right amount of practical and pizzazz. That is, IN MY OPINION....
I think you should go with the DW. The $1,600 bullet is not too bad when spread out over your payments (if you plan on using the entire term to pay back your loan). The color does not seem that common too which is an added bonus (for some). I personally love the look but I was not willing to wait as I was having one too many problems with the C. Found an iridium silver GLK at the port in Baltimore with a scheduled delivery by the end of week or sooner and never turned back.
I have not seen artic or polar white. Does it look brighter and less "full" than diamond white? To me the diamond white reminded me of Lexus white, ie very pearlescent in nature.
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Yes i plan to factory order so not in a rush. I really like the black artico with structured surface alum trim. I also want the black headliner. With that interior, i think it limits somewhat the ext color. But i believe diamond white would be a good combo for it.
I have not seen artic or polar white. Does it look brighter and less "full" than diamond white? To me the diamond white reminded me of Lexus white, ie very pearlescent in nature.
I have not seen artic or polar white. Does it look brighter and less "full" than diamond white? To me the diamond white reminded me of Lexus white, ie very pearlescent in nature.
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Lunar Blue
My GLK is Lunar Blue with the Almond/Mocha interior. Lunar Blue is a dark metallic navy. It is very beautiful, especially in bright sun where the blue can really come out. I think it has the benefits of black in showing off the lines of the car, but without quite so much upkeep. Lunar Blue does not tend to purple like some dark blues.
It's all a matter of taste, I guess. Personally, I've never cared for white cars, especially SUVs. Reminds me of an old-style chest freezer. I admit the white may help keep the car cooler in a hot sunny climate. But I have covered parking at work and a garage at home, so that's not so big an issue for me.
It's all a matter of taste, I guess. Personally, I've never cared for white cars, especially SUVs. Reminds me of an old-style chest freezer. I admit the white may help keep the car cooler in a hot sunny climate. But I have covered parking at work and a garage at home, so that's not so big an issue for me.
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I think the general consensus here is - PICK WHAT MAKES YOU HAPPY.
This forum is rife with people arguing over subjective matters (more so than other sections) and it's sort of laughable to hear the amount of cheap shots people take at each over differences such as color, ~'12 or '13 models, and even the OPTIONS they put in their car. I can't believe how many people say the AMG styling package is a MUST (I think it gives the car a gap toothed smile), Lighting package is a MUST (Some cannot fathom paying $1000 to repair a marginally brighter headlight down the road) or that the MM package screen is a MUST, or that so and so option is a MUST have, even down to something as silly as a plastic milk crate ( I find a folded IKEA bag mch more useful).
Nothing is a must. No one person's opinion is more valid than another person's opinion. Do what YOU want! It's your car!
This forum is rife with people arguing over subjective matters (more so than other sections) and it's sort of laughable to hear the amount of cheap shots people take at each over differences such as color, ~'12 or '13 models, and even the OPTIONS they put in their car. I can't believe how many people say the AMG styling package is a MUST (I think it gives the car a gap toothed smile), Lighting package is a MUST (Some cannot fathom paying $1000 to repair a marginally brighter headlight down the road) or that the MM package screen is a MUST, or that so and so option is a MUST have, even down to something as silly as a plastic milk crate ( I find a folded IKEA bag mch more useful).
Nothing is a must. No one person's opinion is more valid than another person's opinion. Do what YOU want! It's your car!
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I think the general consensus here is - PICK WHAT MAKES YOU HAPPY.
This forum is rife with people arguing over subjective matters (more so than other sections) and it's sort of laughable to hear the amount of cheap shots people take at each over differences such as color, ~'12 or '13 models, and even the OPTIONS they put in their car. I can't believe how many people say the AMG styling package is a MUST (I think it gives the car a gap toothed smile), Lighting package is a MUST (Some cannot fathom paying $1000 to repair a marginally brighter headlight down the road) or that the MM package screen is a MUST, or that so and so option is a MUST have, even down to something as silly as a plastic milk crate ( I find a folded IKEA bag mch more useful).
Nothing is a must. No one person's opinion is more valid than another person's opinion. Do what YOU want! It's your car!
This forum is rife with people arguing over subjective matters (more so than other sections) and it's sort of laughable to hear the amount of cheap shots people take at each over differences such as color, ~'12 or '13 models, and even the OPTIONS they put in their car. I can't believe how many people say the AMG styling package is a MUST (I think it gives the car a gap toothed smile), Lighting package is a MUST (Some cannot fathom paying $1000 to repair a marginally brighter headlight down the road) or that the MM package screen is a MUST, or that so and so option is a MUST have, even down to something as silly as a plastic milk crate ( I find a folded IKEA bag mch more useful).
Nothing is a must. No one person's opinion is more valid than another person's opinion. Do what YOU want! It's your car!
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Bi-Xenon lighting & amber rear turn signals should be standard equipment on every vehicle on the road long before back up cameras become mandatory.
That's my story and I'm sticking to it.
As for color, the person paying for it can choose anything that pleases them. 100% approval from non-paying viewers is not guaranteed.
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That's my story and I'm sticking to it.
As for color, the person paying for it can choose anything that pleases them. 100% approval from non-paying viewers is not guaranteed.
Happy New Year Y'all!
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Besides the personal choice of colors there are two factors to consider. Dark colors can heat the interior of the car in direct sun, and summer, to 50-60 degrees more than I white or light colored car. If someone is in and out of the car frequently in summer, dark can be terrible. The other factor is cleanliness. Dust and dirt show up more on dark. If you're willing to put up with those inconveniences then it becomes a matter of personal choice. The southern states are the greatest candidates for the light colored cars.
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Down here in Houston, where winter lasts a day or two if it happens at all, the casual observer would swear that M-B only sells black vehicles. Go figure.
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Besides the personal choice of colors there are two factors to consider. Dark colors can heat the interior of the car in direct sun, and summer, to 50-60 degrees more than I white or light colored car. If someone is in and out of the car frequently in summer, dark can be terrible. The other factor is cleanliness. Dust and dirt show up more on dark. If you're willing to put up with those inconveniences then it becomes a matter of personal choice. The southern states are the greatest candidates for the light colored cars.
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when I purchased my GLK i was stuck between white and black (both with black interior)...I opted for white because it showed off the lines of the car better than the black in my opinion and it appears cleaner for a longer duration. also, it dissipates heat more. but black always looks so much sinister. you can always compromise with silver or gunmetal grey? but white and black where the 2 choices I had in front of me at the time.
