First Pictures of a Clean S550 AMG
04-08-2006, 03:45 PM
#28
MBWorld Fanatic!
Join Date: Dec 2005
Location: Dallas TX
Posts: 4,846
Received 290 Likes
on
203 Posts
2013 650i Coupe, 2010 IS250 AWD, 1999 S500
My goodness Jack, have you ever worked as a professional photographer? Those shots are awesome. Mercedes has really designed a car that took a while for most to get used too, but now it looks gorgeous. The AMG options really puts the car over big time.
M
M
04-08-2006, 07:41 PM
#30
Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: Rostock,Germany
Posts: 426
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
i like to ride my bike
very nice benz. personally the first mb I would consider to buyin white.(Although I couldn't buy one anyways)
thanks for the beautiful pics. I hope you can enjoy your new ride.
04-08-2006, 08:01 PM
#32
Former Vendor of MBWorld
Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: PLAINVIEW, NY
Posts: 1,627
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
VIPER
Originally Posted by newton22
I can't believe I'm saying this, but the W221 is growing on to me. It looks so damn luxurious.
You know what, I think the Bangle Bimmer designs have kinda de-sensitized me to controversial designs, because the 221 never appeared BAD in my eyes on the forums. The first one that I saw in person I actually liked it instantly. As time goes by I like them more and more, especially the rear 3/4 shot. I was driving behind one today and thinking it looks like what a MAYBACH should look like.
Anyways I digress, Nevada the car is great, I know your not much on mods and such but goes a lowering and some wheels would ice that cake!!
04-08-2006, 08:28 PM
#34
MBWorld Fanatic!
Thread Starter
Join Date: Aug 2003
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Posts: 5,517
Likes: 0
Received 9 Likes
on
6 Posts
2011 E350 Cabriolet..White and Almond Mocha
Originally Posted by PHXATC
Great looking pics.
For God's sake man, fertilize that bermuda and get a good tifmow cut on it!
For God's sake man, fertilize that bermuda and get a good tifmow cut on it!
Last edited by Nevada Jack; 04-08-2006 at 08:44 PM.
04-08-2006, 08:37 PM
#35
MBWorld Fanatic!
Thread Starter
Join Date: Aug 2003
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Posts: 5,517
Likes: 0
Received 9 Likes
on
6 Posts
2011 E350 Cabriolet..White and Almond Mocha
Originally Posted by D2-AUTOSPORT
You know what, I think the Bangle Bimmer designs have kinda de-sensitized me to controversial designs, because the 221 never appeared BAD in my eyes on the forums. The first one that I saw in person I actually liked it instantly. As time goes by I like them more and more, especially the rear 3/4 shot. I was driving behind one today and thinking it looks like what a MAYBACH should look like.
Anyways I digress, Nevada the car is great, I know your not much on mods and such but goes a lowering and some wheels would ice that cake!!
Anyways I digress, Nevada the car is great, I know your not much on mods and such but goes a lowering and some wheels would ice that cake!!
No lowering and wheels for me...I am pretty much a stock guy. While picking mine up the sales rep showed me a Black on Black S550 with a Lorenzer kit being installed and 22" chrome wheels. Was for a Denver Nugget player. They were concerned about the 22" wheels because there was only 1/2" clearance from some bolt in the well. Quite frankly I would not have it if you gave it to me. The scoops are over the top. But to each his own.
As you say the "car is great" so I take that anytime...:-)
04-08-2006, 10:13 PM
#36
Super Member
Join Date: Nov 2001
Location: North Bay Area, California
Posts: 669
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
2001 E320
Originally Posted by Le Burpor
Hi Jack! I wish to make a request....how about a sunset shot..with a desert background....
04-08-2006, 10:19 PM
#37
Super Member
Join Date: Nov 2001
Location: North Bay Area, California
Posts: 669
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
2001 E320
Originally Posted by Nevada Jack
At the car wash yesterday one guy asked me " who did the mods?"
04-08-2006, 10:20 PM
#38
MBWorld Fanatic!
Thread Starter
Join Date: Aug 2003
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Posts: 5,517
Likes: 0
Received 9 Likes
on
6 Posts
2011 E350 Cabriolet..White and Almond Mocha
Originally Posted by Richard / E320
Wait, I have a snapshot request for Jack's new S550 too. From inside MY garage...
04-08-2006, 10:27 PM
#39
MBWorld Fanatic!
Thread Starter
Join Date: Aug 2003
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Posts: 5,517
Likes: 0
Received 9 Likes
on
6 Posts
2011 E350 Cabriolet..White and Almond Mocha
Originally Posted by Richard / E320
What kind of car wash does a $100k+ Mercedes go to?
However, they also do off rack washing which I have done which is a more personal wash by one person...he did an excellent job (especially since I tipped him $5 before he started.)
04-08-2006, 11:26 PM
#40
Member
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Parker, Colorado
Posts: 93
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
06 Audi A8L/ F350 Truck
Originally Posted by Nevada Jack
There is a car wash that has the auto line but no brushes or sponges floating over the car...the hand wash it as it moves and then sprays and wax, etc. The finishing is the real well done job that they do...15-20 minutes wipe and detail and tires.
However, they also do off rack washing which I have done which is a more personal wash by one person...he did an excellent job (especially since I tipped him $5 before he started.)
However, they also do off rack washing which I have done which is a more personal wash by one person...he did an excellent job (especially since I tipped him $5 before he started.)
Last edited by coloradosclass; 04-08-2006 at 11:45 PM.
04-08-2006, 11:58 PM
#42
MBWorld Fanatic!
Thread Starter
Join Date: Aug 2003
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Posts: 5,517
Likes: 0
Received 9 Likes
on
6 Posts
2011 E350 Cabriolet..White and Almond Mocha
Originally Posted by coloradosclass
Get those windows tinted 15% and it will look even better, Congrats on a sweet car. What was your msrp? Oh and a $5 tip is too cheap, your drving a 90K car chief give the kid a $10 spot.
The MSRP was $104,425...nice figure huh...:-)
The washer was more than happy with the 5 spot...and the finisher got $5 so they know me and respond well.
04-09-2006, 12:01 AM
#43
MBWorld Fanatic!
Thread Starter
Join Date: Aug 2003
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Posts: 5,517
Likes: 0
Received 9 Likes
on
6 Posts
2011 E350 Cabriolet..White and Almond Mocha
Originally Posted by 360_iti
Beautiful car ! However I wouldn't call it S550 AMG.
It's S550 with AMG kit (?). Congrats anyway.
It's S550 with AMG kit (?). Congrats anyway.
I am not misleading anyone. It is not a S65, it is not falsely badged a S550 AMG. You can type "with AMG kit" if you like...I feel fine with S550 AMG.
Most non-MB people don't know the difference and those that do understand what the AMG means after the S550.
Thanks for the congrats...
Last edited by Nevada Jack; 04-09-2006 at 12:12 AM.
04-09-2006, 12:15 AM
#44
MBWorld Fanatic!
Join Date: Sep 2005
Location: Lawrence, KS (USA)
Posts: 2,098
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
S500/W220/2000
Originally Posted by Nevada Jack
For $104,425 I think I can call it anything I want.
I am not misleading anyone. It is not a S65, it is not falsely badged a S550 AMG. You can type "with AMG kit" if you like...I feel fine with S550 AMG.
Most non-MB people don't know the difference and those that do understand what the AMG means after the S550.
Thanks for the congrats...
I am not misleading anyone. It is not a S65, it is not falsely badged a S550 AMG. You can type "with AMG kit" if you like...I feel fine with S550 AMG.
Most non-MB people don't know the difference and those that do understand what the AMG means after the S550.
Thanks for the congrats...
I love it!!!
04-09-2006, 05:12 AM
#45
MBWorld Fanatic!
Originally Posted by Nevada Jack
For $104,425 I think I can call it anything I want.
Originally Posted by nevada jack
There is a car wash that has the auto line but no brushes or sponges floating over the car...the hand wash it as it moves and then sprays and wax, etc. The finishing is the real well done job that they do...15-20 minutes wipe and detail and tires.
04-09-2006, 06:12 PM
#46
Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Queen Creek, AZ
Posts: 309
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Originally Posted by Nevada Jack
It's not Bermuda..it is a long blade Fescue and because of our cool climate what you see is winter dormancy...we can't grow Bermuda because it's not hot enough here like it is in Phoenix...LOL
jayhawk - tif mower, the reel kind that one would normally use on a golf course green. Tifway is fairway bermuda (in AZ) and tifgreen is for the greens. Hence, tifmow for short.
The more I see the S550 in white w/ AMG stuff, the more I like it.
04-09-2006, 06:29 PM
#47
MBWorld Fanatic!
Thread Starter
Join Date: Aug 2003
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Posts: 5,517
Likes: 0
Received 9 Likes
on
6 Posts
2011 E350 Cabriolet..White and Almond Mocha
Originally Posted by PHXATC
I'll send my 2 horses over to trim it up if you go on any long adventures with your new whip. Extra fertilizer is free.
jayhawk - tif mower, the reel kind that one would normally use on a golf course green. Tifway is fairway bermuda (in AZ) and tifgreen is for the greens. Hence, tifmow for short.
The more I see the S550 in white w/ AMG stuff, the more I like it.
jayhawk - tif mower, the reel kind that one would normally use on a golf course green. Tifway is fairway bermuda (in AZ) and tifgreen is for the greens. Hence, tifmow for short.
The more I see the S550 in white w/ AMG stuff, the more I like it.
04-09-2006, 10:17 PM
#48
MBWorld Fanatic!
Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: Bloomfield Hills, MI
Posts: 2,255
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
W203, W211, W219, W212
I still can't get over it. What a beautiful car !!
I own a white MB myself and first I thought white wouldn't go very well on an S class. I guess I was wrong. I'm glad you had a successful deal with Glauser. It's my favorite dealer. Their building is state of the art, and I'd even stop by from time to time just to see what's going on check what they have on the display. The last time I stopped by, they had a tectite grey SLR ready to be delivered to a buyer from out of state. Anyway, congrats again jack !
I own a white MB myself and first I thought white wouldn't go very well on an S class. I guess I was wrong. I'm glad you had a successful deal with Glauser. It's my favorite dealer. Their building is state of the art, and I'd even stop by from time to time just to see what's going on check what they have on the display. The last time I stopped by, they had a tectite grey SLR ready to be delivered to a buyer from out of state. Anyway, congrats again jack !
04-09-2006, 10:35 PM
#49
Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Sin City,Windermere,FL
Posts: 400
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Airbus
Congrats on your car "change". Have been in FL the last week getting migraines about our new home being constructed. Just doing some catching up and saw you changed. Wow looks great! Was "up" your way today and was hoping to catch a glimpse "cruising" the streets. Really love the look of the contrasting interior. Enjoy it.
