'08 vs. '09 ML63
Thread Starter
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 3,082
Likes: 0
From: Vancouver, Canada
R8
'08 vs. '09 ML63
I've been a pretty strong detractor of SUVs in general for as long as I can remember. But lately, I've been having a change of heart, and the ML is starting to look pretty appealling. I've seen numerous pre-'09 MLs, and the look has begun to grow on me. I particularly liked those little silvery-coloured slats in the grill, but I just discovered that in every picture of an '09 ML, those slats don't look like they're there anymore.
Did Mercedes just black them out or did they redesign the grill altogether? I was wondering if you folks here could just give me a general idea of what the differences are between the '08s and '09s for the ML63.
Thanks!
Did Mercedes just black them out or did they redesign the grill altogether? I was wondering if you folks here could just give me a general idea of what the differences are between the '08s and '09s for the ML63.
Thanks!
Senior Member
Joined: Nov 2005
Posts: 429
Likes: 0
From: South Florida
2006 ML500
I'm also going to be interested in the ML63 when my lease is over on my G35. I had a black 06 ML500 and miss the Benz (although the G35 has been a delightful car).
To answer your question, I recommend doing a google on "2009 ML63 changes" and you'll find enough info to become an expert! There are also some threads on here you can search through that discussed the new look of the 09 63's. I'm probably going with an 08 just because the price of the 09 won't drop as fast and I can't afford a new one!
Good luck!
To answer your question, I recommend doing a google on "2009 ML63 changes" and you'll find enough info to become an expert! There are also some threads on here you can search through that discussed the new look of the 09 63's. I'm probably going with an 08 just because the price of the 09 won't drop as fast and I can't afford a new one!
Good luck!
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 1,063
Likes: 2
From: Charlotte, NC
2002 S430, 2004 Cobra, 2004 Tahoe
The front grille, wheels, headlights, and parts of the rear section have changed for 2009. Also, the 2009's have the new command setup for navigation, bluetooth, ipod, etc.
Senior Member
Joined: Dec 2003
Posts: 462
Likes: 0
wife's car2014 ml350
Thread Starter
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 3,082
Likes: 0
From: Vancouver, Canada
R8
I'm also going to be interested in the ML63 when my lease is over on my G35. I had a black 06 ML500 and miss the Benz (although the G35 has been a delightful car).
To answer your question, I recommend doing a google on "2009 ML63 changes" and you'll find enough info to become an expert! There are also some threads on here you can search through that discussed the new look of the 09 63's. I'm probably going with an 08 just because the price of the 09 won't drop as fast and I can't afford a new one!
Good luck!
To answer your question, I recommend doing a google on "2009 ML63 changes" and you'll find enough info to become an expert! There are also some threads on here you can search through that discussed the new look of the 09 63's. I'm probably going with an 08 just because the price of the 09 won't drop as fast and I can't afford a new one!
Good luck!
Thread Starter
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 3,082
Likes: 0
From: Vancouver, Canada
R8
It's a bit of a dilemma...I like the '08 look, but I guess the '09 has better innards.
Oh well, more contemplation is in order.
Trending Topics
Thread Starter
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 3,082
Likes: 0
From: Vancouver, Canada
R8
MB World Stories
The Best of Mercedes & AMG
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
10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used
Verdad Gallardo
Senior Member
Joined: Nov 2005
Posts: 429
Likes: 0
From: South Florida
2006 ML500
I do like the fact that the mirrors are bigger on the 09's....that SUV needed them badly. Also, I got a few comments that the nav looked antiquated on my 06, so it is about time they upgraded that too! 
Thread Starter
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 3,082
Likes: 0
From: Vancouver, Canada
R8
Hmmm...I wonder if the grill for the '09 is basically the same as that for the '08, with the exception of it having been blacked out. Would it be possible to either order the car without the grill being blacked out, or to just fit an '08's grill on there?
It's kind of a silly thing to do, I suppose, as people might not immediately clue in to the fact that you've got an '09, but it just looks better that way, to me anyway.
It's kind of a silly thing to do, I suppose, as people might not immediately clue in to the fact that you've got an '09, but it just looks better that way, to me anyway.
Junior Member
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 60
Likes: 0
2007 ML 63
The differences between 08 & 09 are fairly minor cosmetically, and IMHO, not worth the extra $ (perhaps $25,000 difference). Most importantly the car's engine is the same. Dont do it for the bigger mirrors. All ML63's are very rare. I live in LA, the land of the high end car, and I rarely see them (one or two , every 6 months) and never in black & tan like mine. Viva the ML63, would not want any other car in the world as my everyday one.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 2,155
Likes: 14
From: Sydney, Australia
Vath ML63 Brabus C63 SL63 CLK63BS C63BS
Hi Sewbringsilver, soon we will both have ml63 and c63! pretty cool. I reckon the best thing about the new mlo63 is the new wheel design and the shift paddles on the steering wheel. The 2008 ML only has buttons which are just not ergnomically the best in my opnion, particularly if you are changing direction repidly while shifting. Having siad that i hate the new front grill and the low mounted led lights at the back
Only 3 weeeks till my c63 arrives....
Only 3 weeeks till my c63 arrives....
Thread Starter
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 3,082
Likes: 0
From: Vancouver, Canada
R8
The differences between 08 & 09 are fairly minor cosmetically, and IMHO, not worth the extra $ (perhaps $25,000 difference). Most importantly the car's engine is the same. Dont do it for the bigger mirrors. All ML63's are very rare. I live in LA, the land of the high end car, and I rarely see them (one or two , every 6 months) and never in black & tan like mine. Viva the ML63, would not want any other car in the world as my everyday one.
Thread Starter
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 3,082
Likes: 0
From: Vancouver, Canada
R8
Hi Sewbringsilver, soon we will both have ml63 and c63! pretty cool. I reckon the best thing about the new mlo63 is the new wheel design and the shift paddles on the steering wheel. The 2008 ML only has buttons which are just not ergnomically the best in my opnion, particularly if you are changing direction repidly while shifting. Having siad that i hate the new front grill and the low mounted led lights at the back
Only 3 weeeks till my c63 arrives....
Only 3 weeeks till my c63 arrives....
Junior Member
Joined: Mar 2008
Posts: 19
Likes: 1
ml63
not happy
I've had several problems with my 08 ML63....I purchased the car new . . and it's been a disaster (6,000 miles so far).
Software failures
transmission failure
Power steering failure
Suspension problems / rattles..
I'm currently starting communication with MB America - - hoping they will do something for me.
Software failures
transmission failure
Power steering failure
Suspension problems / rattles..
I'm currently starting communication with MB America - - hoping they will do something for me.
Thread Starter
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 3,082
Likes: 0
From: Vancouver, Canada
R8
I've had several problems with my 08 ML63....I purchased the car new . . and it's been a disaster (6,000 miles so far).
Software failures
transmission failure
Power steering failure
Suspension problems / rattles..
I'm currently starting communication with MB America - - hoping they will do something for me.
Software failures
transmission failure
Power steering failure
Suspension problems / rattles..
I'm currently starting communication with MB America - - hoping they will do something for me.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 1,030
Likes: 0
From: Hell
EFF YOU JACKIE
I've had several problems with my 08 ML63....I purchased the car new . . and it's been a disaster (6,000 miles so far).
Software failures
transmission failure
Power steering failure
Suspension problems / rattles..
I'm currently starting communication with MB America - - hoping they will do something for me.
Software failures
transmission failure
Power steering failure
Suspension problems / rattles..
I'm currently starting communication with MB America - - hoping they will do something for me.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 1,030
Likes: 0
From: Hell
EFF YOU JACKIE
Don't be. For the most part the car runs like a topp! I for one wait as long as I can before taking it in for service and dealing with all little issues at once. I went in week after week for a while. Got sick of getting toyotas as loaners.. 
Thread Starter
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 3,082
Likes: 0
From: Vancouver, Canada
R8
But overall, would you say your ML has lived up to your expectations?
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 1,030
Likes: 0
From: Hell
EFF YOU JACKIE
I am not impressed with the mechanics but as said in previous movies "Sometimes the squeeze is worth the juice"
