Picked up my US-Spec ML320 CDI
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Picked up my US-Spec ML320 CDI
We finally picked up our ML320 CDI from the dealer. Pics to follow. We bought it to replace our '04 VW Touareg. Touareg just had too many niggling problems, not the least of which was a horrendous A/C, so we decided to go ahead and swap out for something different.
We ordered with Premium 3, AMG Package, Parktronic (MBUSA website says its not available with AMG, but ours is equipped with both), Rear-seat entertainment (Not as nice as I had hoped, but I have had issues with aftermarket installs...), heated seats and some other small stuff I can't remember.
I haven't romped on it (going to follow recommended break-in), but the torque advantage over other SUV's is clearly apparent.
Pics to follow shortly.
We ordered with Premium 3, AMG Package, Parktronic (MBUSA website says its not available with AMG, but ours is equipped with both), Rear-seat entertainment (Not as nice as I had hoped, but I have had issues with aftermarket installs...), heated seats and some other small stuff I can't remember.
I haven't romped on it (going to follow recommended break-in), but the torque advantage over other SUV's is clearly apparent.
Pics to follow shortly.
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really wish the dealer here had one to test drive.
would love to see the difference between the motors
Just about ready to pull the trigger on one and have it ordered.
$63,600 almost 11g's more than our 06 ml350, and it's pretty well loaded.
Keep us posted on your thoughts of the motor.
would love to see the difference between the motors
Just about ready to pull the trigger on one and have it ordered.
$63,600 almost 11g's more than our 06 ml350, and it's pretty well loaded.
Keep us posted on your thoughts of the motor.
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test drove cdi yesterday!!
did a road test on one that just came in to the dealership,millenium merc. in nj,and l am now regretting getting my loaded up 2006 ml 350 after this test drive!!The torque is really noticable and it felt stronger than the v8 ml!!
Asking the dealer if he will swap it out as l only have 1500 miles on mine,it has the rear dvd,ipod,upgraded mb 20inch wheels front and side bars,nav etcl paid 51 k plus tax,l expect to take a hit on it but l want to see how much of one and wether it is worth it to me,if any one has any ideas what sort of trade in deal l should expect from a dealer please let me know!!
One note at very low speed or with the gas pedal slightly pressed you can here that it is a deisel however that soon goes away as soon as the accelleration kicks in!!Highly recommend!!!!
Asking the dealer if he will swap it out as l only have 1500 miles on mine,it has the rear dvd,ipod,upgraded mb 20inch wheels front and side bars,nav etcl paid 51 k plus tax,l expect to take a hit on it but l want to see how much of one and wether it is worth it to me,if any one has any ideas what sort of trade in deal l should expect from a dealer please let me know!!
One note at very low speed or with the gas pedal slightly pressed you can here that it is a deisel however that soon goes away as soon as the accelleration kicks in!!Highly recommend!!!!
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How did you order Parktronic with the AMG? I have repeatedly brought this up with MBUSA particularly since the ML63 in the official brochure comes with Parktronic, but was told that it must have been a prototype...what a bunch of BS!!
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Question on realized pricing for the ML320 CDI. How much are all of you new owners getting as a discount, best measured as a % under MSRP/Retail. Or % over the invoice price of the configured car. If you only know the dollar discount from MSRP or profit above invoice, then provide what option you have so I can calculate the % discount.
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Question on realized pricing for the ML320 CDI. How much are all of you new owners getting as a discount, best measured as a % under MSRP/Retail. Or % over the invoice price of the configured car. If you only know the dollar discount from MSRP or profit above invoice, then provide what option you have so I can calculate the % discount.
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My local dealer was firm on MSRP. No buyer's remorse, but if I had known I could have recieved a discount elsewhere, I would have gone there. I had spoken to a few people and everyone said firm MSRP for the first models. Unfortunately, being the first in town with one, the local dealer didnt give me a choice either. Everyone we called couldn't guarantee me anything until next year, and would hint at no discounts. When you have a wife you've been promising a new car forever on your a$$, you'll do anything it takes, lol.
Regardless, even at MSRP, we are absolutely in love with the combo!!
Regardless, even at MSRP, we are absolutely in love with the combo!!
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My CDI is at the dealer and will be driven off later this week. I, too, paid msrp since it was ordered with an unknown price 6 months ago. I would do it again since the local dealer is much better than the ones that I visited out of the immediate area. I would not have paid msrp for one off the dealer's lot.
The dealer had a black ML63 in the showroom and it sure had all the parktronic bumps in the bumpers, but I did not look at the sticker. I can try to look at the sticker, aniantchev, tuesday or thursday when I pick up my CDI if you are still interested.
The dealer had a black ML63 in the showroom and it sure had all the parktronic bumps in the bumpers, but I did not look at the sticker. I can try to look at the sticker, aniantchev, tuesday or thursday when I pick up my CDI if you are still interested.
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Awesome! Now I wonder why MBUSA would allow for larger wheels/tires to be specified on the ML, but not the GL or E320 Bluetech. A E320 Bluetec would look just as good in sport trim too. Oh well, that is an awesome ML.
Do you have trouble finding filling stations with the ULSD?
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Do you have trouble finding filling stations with the ULSD?
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Thanks for the compliments, guys.
PHYBENZ, Our car was HEAVILY optioned and the total came out to $66k and some change +TT&L. TBH, I wouldn't use it as an indicator for the average ML320 CDI pricing since we didn't leave much out and most will not opt for Premium 3 and AMG package. Just these two items, add up to $12k+ in options. Throw in bi-xenons, parktronic, rear-seat entertainment, etc. and it adds up much too quickly. I'll try to post some interior and engine pics later.
Germancar1, I have to say, the AMG package (although not to everyone's taste) made a huge difference. I kind of felt our ML would need an extra dose of sportiness to offset the "geek factor" of the diesel, lol. I haven't looked around much, but I found one filling station nearby with ULSD. It is less than a mile away from my house so I am not worried about availability. It isn't at every diesel station though. We plan to look at all diesel-carrying stations nearby so we can prepare a list of which one has ULSD.
GMBALL, I found the 4Matic badge wierd too, although I recall seeing it on the ML350's at the dealership. I guess it's a US thing, like PHYBENZ said.
PHYBENZ, Our car was HEAVILY optioned and the total came out to $66k and some change +TT&L. TBH, I wouldn't use it as an indicator for the average ML320 CDI pricing since we didn't leave much out and most will not opt for Premium 3 and AMG package. Just these two items, add up to $12k+ in options. Throw in bi-xenons, parktronic, rear-seat entertainment, etc. and it adds up much too quickly. I'll try to post some interior and engine pics later.
Germancar1, I have to say, the AMG package (although not to everyone's taste) made a huge difference. I kind of felt our ML would need an extra dose of sportiness to offset the "geek factor" of the diesel, lol. I haven't looked around much, but I found one filling station nearby with ULSD. It is less than a mile away from my house so I am not worried about availability. It isn't at every diesel station though. We plan to look at all diesel-carrying stations nearby so we can prepare a list of which one has ULSD.
GMBALL, I found the 4Matic badge wierd too, although I recall seeing it on the ML350's at the dealership. I guess it's a US thing, like PHYBENZ said.
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ML 320 CDI
The car looks fantastic, thats the only other one I've seen in the same colour as mine.
Enjoy the car it gets better the more you drive it.
Heres a few pictures I took when I picked mine up a few weeks ago
Enjoy the car it gets better the more you drive it.
Heres a few pictures I took when I picked mine up a few weeks ago
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ULSD is mandatory
even if tank is not marked, it is my understanding (and was reported on the national news last Sunday, 10/15) that all diesel stations in the US are required to carry ULSD.
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Thanks for the compliments, guys.
Germancar1, I have to say, the AMG package (although not to everyone's taste) made a huge difference. I kind of felt our ML would need an extra dose of sportiness to offset the "geek factor" of the diesel, lol. I haven't looked around much, but I found one filling station nearby with ULSD. It is less than a mile away from my house so I am not worried about availability. It isn't at every diesel station though. We plan to look at all diesel-carrying stations nearby so we can prepare a list of which one has ULSD.
Germancar1, I have to say, the AMG package (although not to everyone's taste) made a huge difference. I kind of felt our ML would need an extra dose of sportiness to offset the "geek factor" of the diesel, lol. I haven't looked around much, but I found one filling station nearby with ULSD. It is less than a mile away from my house so I am not worried about availability. It isn't at every diesel station though. We plan to look at all diesel-carrying stations nearby so we can prepare a list of which one has ULSD.
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