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10-30-2010, 11:55 PM
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2020 GLE 450; 2023 BMW M2 Coupe
I'm looking to replace our '06 ML. Anything you are at lieberty to say would be good. I had the first MLs of the last two generations in Oregon - I may wait a ayar on this one, not sure.
11-01-2010, 12:41 AM
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2014 ML350 BlueTec.
l hope you guys............
can appreciate the delicate nature of this questioning..........When the 2010 Lexus RX350 was going through pilot, a few years back, the nature of new models is very secretive....Most of the pilot cars inside the plant were shrouded beyond belief........The actual pilot area was only entered with a specific swipe card........If anyone was caught in this area, and even considered taking pictures to post them, would be fired on the spot !!!!!! l know, it sounds extreme ........but l wouldn't jeopardize my job, just to post pictures......Many of you men are professionals, but "V" and myself are autoworkers...These high paying jobs are hard to come by....l'm sure the vehicle will look wonderful............
11-20-2010, 05:20 PM
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C63 507 AMG DA Car #19
Can't wait to see some pics. Any idea of power?
Our 07 ML500 has been a gem.... no rust, no peeling, no issues what-so-ever. Just put in gas and go. We pull jetskiis to/from the beach all summer with it. No worries with the Mighty ML!
Our 07 ML500 has been a gem.... no rust, no peeling, no issues what-so-ever. Just put in gas and go. We pull jetskiis to/from the beach all summer with it. No worries with the Mighty ML!
11-20-2010, 05:45 PM
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2005 C230 Kompressor
All I can say is you people are in for a treat. Ive seen one outside the "secret" room now(actually two now) and its better than the 164. When I seen the one in the room I couldnt back up from it to get angles and the lighting was lacking. Now Ive seen what I wanted to see the way I want to see it and its something to behold.
12-05-2010, 08:26 AM
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06 ML350 & 99 ML320
I guess MB has lost it's styling fame to the Japs. Been thinking 'bout quitting this mfgr a long time but after my 2006 ML350, and the '99 ML320. For the price we pay, no auto-start option, this cars look more and more like the cheapy Kia Sorento, and the other toys showing up all over the place. I think the time to move on has come. Lexus or acura here I come.
12-05-2010, 10:06 AM
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2011 GL450, '06 R500 traded, '08 ML350 sold
I guess MB has lost it's styling fame to the Japs. Been thinking 'bout quitting this mfgr a long time but after my 2006 ML350, and the '99 ML320. For the price we pay, no auto-start option, this cars look more and more like the cheapy Kia Sorento, and the other toys showing up all over the place. I think the time to move on has come. Lexus or acura here I come.
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12-05-2010, 09:10 PM
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2014 ML350 BlueTec.
Hey Rick............
I guess MB has lost it's styling fame to the Japs. Been thinking 'bout quitting this mfgr a long time but after my 2006 ML350, and the '99 ML320. For the price we pay, no auto-start option, this cars look more and more like the cheapy Kia Sorento, and the other toys showing up all over the place. I think the time to move on has come. Lexus or acura here I come.
12-05-2010, 10:48 PM
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2020 GLE 450; 2023 BMW M2 Coupe
Lexus vs. Mercedes?
l've been working @ the Toyota Manufacturing plant in Ontario Canada, for 14 years now, and have the capability to purchase (employee discount) a Lexus RX350 for 10-15 thousand dollars cheaper than my ML550, but l still don't...I'm thank-ful, there are so many people willing to pay good money for a "glorified Toyota"... Toyota-Lexus..are "duplicators, not innovators !!!" l wish you all the best in your next vehicle purchase......and by the way, the M-Class came out before the Kia Sorento..."so who copied who ????"...
MLs are far from perfect, but I've owned a few Japanese cars, and I think the Germans unsderstand driving better and can translate that into better cars. MB, BMW, Audi, VW all have a different feel from the Japanese brands that resonates with me. I've had the first of the last two MLs here in Oregon, and may have the next one as well. Of course, that's my wifes car, and I've also had the first of the last two M3s, and that tradition may continue, as well.
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12-05-2010, 11:29 PM
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Theres a new engine thats going to be in the 166 that I cant wait to see how it does. Ive seen quite a few 166s now
....in most if not all color offerings.....
....in most if not all color offerings.....
12-06-2010, 02:45 PM
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11 ML350W2 / 17 GLC300
I guess MB has lost it's styling fame to the Japs. Been thinking 'bout quitting this mfgr a long time but after my 2006 ML350, and the '99 ML320. For the price we pay, no auto-start option, this cars look more and more like the cheapy Kia Sorento, and the other toys showing up all over the place. I think the time to move on has come. Lexus or acura here I come.
