2011 ML550 19" or 20" wheels???
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2011 ML550 19" or 20" wheels???
Getting a great price on a new custom order 2011 ML550 this weekend. MSRP 69,000 with options. Purchasing for $61,000 bc of dealer incentives, etc. I'm struggling between ordering it with 19 vs 20 inch wheels. I have heard the 20 inch make the ride a little rougher and are poor in the snow. I live in New England and snow is one guarantee each winter. Any thoughts? Also, is the $1,100 for keyless entry worth it? Thanks...
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I'm surprised you have a choice of wheels. 2010 ML550's came with the AMG appearance package as standard, which includes 20-inch wheels (21 inch in Canada). These are really not intended for use in very cold conditions or snow, so those of us who live in snow country buy a second set of wheels equipped with dedicated winter tires.
Keyless entry is nice. "Worth" $1,100? That's for you to decide.
Keyless entry is nice. "Worth" $1,100? That's for you to decide.
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if you can get it separate from the harmon, then probably. I dont think i saw where i could separate it from the bluetecs' order. Once you get it though, you'll be hooked and every car after, you'll look puzzled for second.
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Keyless Go is the way to go. If you are spending 60k plus you will regret not getting it in the future. I have it on my R500 and absolutely love it. On weekdays I don't even see my keys as they are in my briefcase at all times. All I have to do is get in the car and push a button. Great feature.
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The 2011 ML550 doesn't automatically come with the AMG package. It's $780 to upgrade from 19" to 20" wheels.
As for the keyless entry. I have the funds to add it however, I don't like wasting $1,100 if most other people find it more of a hasstle than not...or find it not very useful.
Thanks for your insight(s)
As for the keyless entry. I have the funds to add it however, I don't like wasting $1,100 if most other people find it more of a hasstle than not...or find it not very useful.
Thanks for your insight(s)
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The ONLY drawback of Keyless-Go is that you get spoiled. I ve gotten so used to it, that when I use my other vehicle that doesn't have it, I stare in space trying to press on the ignition...
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The 2011 ML550 doesn't automatically come with the AMG package. It's $780 to upgrade from 19" to 20" wheels.
As for the keyless entry. I have the funds to add it however, I don't like wasting $1,100 if most other people find it more of a hasstle than not...or find it not very useful.
As for the keyless entry. I have the funds to add it however, I don't like wasting $1,100 if most other people find it more of a hasstle than not...or find it not very useful.
I opted for the keyless-go system. 1 day's use and I'm hooked.
edit: the OE tire that came on my 20" wheels was Pirelli Scorpion Zero - not a tire noted for traction in snow.
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VelociRaptor....did you see mine come through??? Just kidding. Thanks to all for the input. Just as an FYI, I ended up getting the 20" wheels and Keyless Go for my 2011 ML550.No one had anything bad to say about either and I didn't want to regret it at a later date...so I just went with them.
Also, Eeferber: My wife's X5 had Pirelli Scorpion Zero tires...they were horrible. They didn't pass inspection after only 2 years (19,000 miles). I put Michelin on the X5 and 2 yrs later (18,000) miles they still have a couple of years of tread left in them. I will never buy Pirelli again.
Also, Eeferber: My wife's X5 had Pirelli Scorpion Zero tires...they were horrible. They didn't pass inspection after only 2 years (19,000 miles). I put Michelin on the X5 and 2 yrs later (18,000) miles they still have a couple of years of tread left in them. I will never buy Pirelli again.
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...Also, Eeferber: My wife's X5 had Pirelli Scorpion Zero tires...they were horrible. They didn't pass inspection after only 2 years (19,000 miles). I put Michelin on the X5 and 2 yrs later (18,000) miles they still have a couple of years of tread left in them. I will never buy Pirelli again.
I put Mich. Cross Terrain on my '99 ML430. GREAT tire. Excellent in snow and great tread life. 38k on the set I have now and still have 7/32" tread left. Too bad Mich. is making these in only very limited sizes at this point (nothing over 18").
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Also, Eeferber: My wife's X5 had Pirelli Scorpion Zero tires...they were horrible. They didn't pass inspection after only 2 years (19,000 miles). I put Michelin on the X5 and 2 yrs later (18,000) miles they still have a couple of years of tread left in them. I will never buy Pirelli again.
I'm surprised about the Pirellis. I had Scorpion Winter Sports on my X5 and liked them so much I put the same ones on my ML's winter wheels. I guess the Zero line must have much softer rubber, so wear faster.
