Help me choose a color.....
Thread Starter
Newbie
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 9
Likes: 0
From: Oregon, USA
ML 350 4Matic
Help me choose a color.....
Our local dealer isn't able to locate a ML with the options we want so we've got an appt to write up an order on Monday.
I've chosen two color combos but I can't decide which to order. My husband says that one of these combos will have a better resale value down the line and to choose that one. Along that same line, our salesman say's "buy any Mercedes ML as long as it's black, silver or white" LOL
My first choice is Baloro Red w/Cashmere Leather interior. That was until we saw a Steel Grey Metallic at the dealership where we are vacationing. I would chose the Ash Leather w/the Steel Grey exterior. I don't want a black interior, our primary home is located where the summer's are quite warm. have not yet seen the Ash Grey in person but there are plenty of pics online;.
I can tell my husband favors the Steel Grey Metallic but he wants me to choose since it will primarily be my car.
So, any input from fellow ML'ers would be helpul. If you were to find both these color combos on the new or resale market, which would YOU choose?
I've chosen two color combos but I can't decide which to order. My husband says that one of these combos will have a better resale value down the line and to choose that one. Along that same line, our salesman say's "buy any Mercedes ML as long as it's black, silver or white" LOL
My first choice is Baloro Red w/Cashmere Leather interior. That was until we saw a Steel Grey Metallic at the dealership where we are vacationing. I would chose the Ash Leather w/the Steel Grey exterior. I don't want a black interior, our primary home is located where the summer's are quite warm. have not yet seen the Ash Grey in person but there are plenty of pics online;.
I can tell my husband favors the Steel Grey Metallic but he wants me to choose since it will primarily be my car.
So, any input from fellow ML'ers would be helpul. If you were to find both these color combos on the new or resale market, which would YOU choose?
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 4,260
Likes: 6
From: Philadelphia area
2010 ML550, 2010 E350 4M, 1966 Corvette Convt C2
I just took delivery of a new 2010 ML550 that is Steel Gray and has the black leather interior. I traded an 06 ML500 that had an Alpine Rain color with the Cashmere Interior. I do not care for the Gray Interior and I had one in a 2001 E320. My take is that it looks old and worn in a short time. The cashmere is really too light and the black shows every spec of dust. There is no perfect interior and MB only offers 3 colors. If it means anything to you the Ash gray is the least popular and you rarely see one in dealer inventory. I do which they offered a darker cashmere or chesnut. Good luck you will love the ML, I am on my 4th one.
Thread Starter
Newbie
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 9
Likes: 0
From: Oregon, USA
ML 350 4Matic
Thanks for the reply. From online photos, the Ash interior looks even lighter than the Cashmere. Perhaps the Ash carpets are darker? At any rate, I'm not worried about the interior being too light. We don't have small children and I'm neat freak maintaining a spotless interior won't be an issue. It's evident that black is the most popular choice, it's sporty, but it's just not for me.
Anyway, your Steel Grey is gorgeous, the color has depth and it's downright good looking
MUCH better in person than online.
Decisions, decisions But I'm leaning towards the Barolo Red w/cashmere interior. Screw resale value.
Anyway, your Steel Grey is gorgeous, the color has depth and it's downright good looking
MUCH better in person than online.Decisions, decisions
But I'm leaning towards the Barolo Red w/cashmere interior. Screw resale value.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 4,260
Likes: 6
From: Philadelphia area
2010 ML550, 2010 E350 4M, 1966 Corvette Convt C2
Yes the red and cashmere is a great combination and was one of the possibilities for me, however I also have a red car (black interior) that I rarely drive as its 44 years old. I also have a new E Class on order that will be the Tenorite Gray (think thats what they call it) and Cashmere. Its betwen the lighter Silver and the Steel Gray. Colors are a very personal choice and I am certain you will enjoy what you get. As far as options are concerned consider getting Airmatic and Xenon light package. They make the ML much improved as so far as ride and night driving.
Member
Joined: May 2005
Posts: 149
Likes: 0
From: San Jose
S600
forget about resale, and just buy what you will like and enjoy first and foremost
baloro red w/ cashmere would be my choice over the steel gray. but if you had to do steel gray, go with the black interior. ash looks really outdated, boring and will show dirt the fastest... especially on the steering wheel.
steel gray will be a dime a dozen soon enough, but with baloro red you will be rare and unique
baloro red w/ cashmere would be my choice over the steel gray. but if you had to do steel gray, go with the black interior. ash looks really outdated, boring and will show dirt the fastest... especially on the steering wheel.
steel gray will be a dime a dozen soon enough, but with baloro red you will be rare and unique
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 4,260
Likes: 6
From: Philadelphia area
2010 ML550, 2010 E350 4M, 1966 Corvette Convt C2
forget about resale, and just buy what you will like and enjoy first and foremost
baloro red w/ cashmere would be my choice over the steel gray. but if you had to do steel gray, go with the black interior. ash looks really outdated, boring and will show dirt the fastest... especially on the steering wheel.
steel gray will be a dime a dozen soon enough, but with baloro red you will be rare and unique
baloro red w/ cashmere would be my choice over the steel gray. but if you had to do steel gray, go with the black interior. ash looks really outdated, boring and will show dirt the fastest... especially on the steering wheel.
steel gray will be a dime a dozen soon enough, but with baloro red you will be rare and unique
Trending Topics
Thread Starter
Newbie
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 9
Likes: 0
From: Oregon, USA
ML 350 4Matic
Thanks again everyone for the input.
The ML was ordered in red w/cashmere interior. An appropriately loaded 'chic' car, LOL. My husband now wants to replace his knock around town car with a little GLK, arent' they CUTE!!!
Great forum BTW
The ML was ordered in red w/cashmere interior. An appropriately loaded 'chic' car, LOL. My husband now wants to replace his knock around town car with a little GLK, arent' they CUTE!!!
Great forum BTW
MB World Stories
The Best of Mercedes & AMG
6 Mercedes Models That Did NOT Age Well (But Are Somehow Still Cool)
Verdad Gallardo
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren
Verdad Gallardo
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine
Verdad Gallardo
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction
Verdad Gallardo
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping
Verdad Gallardo
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 4,260
Likes: 6
From: Philadelphia area
2010 ML550, 2010 E350 4M, 1966 Corvette Convt C2
Nice choice!! You will love it! Did you get Airmatic and Xenons?? Not so sure re the GLK. I am not sold on the looks and size. My feelings are with the ML an E Class makes a nice stable mate.
