S-Class (W221) 2007-2013: S 320 CDI, S 350, S 450, S 500, S 550, S 420 CDI, S 600

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Old Mar 1, 2009 | 09:17 PM
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i drive them all, fast and hard
thinking of a s550

are there other differences in a 2009 vs 2010 s550 besides the the facelift.
i am interested in putting down an order. Its time to retire our w140 though it only has 185000 miles on it.

do u guys have any tips or recommendations as to what to look for with these new cars
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Old Mar 2, 2009 | 12:49 AM
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The 2010 will have newer technologies unavailable to the 09's.
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The MY10 221 facelift is expected to include all of the technology which is being introduced on the new E-Class. There may even be some new items in addition to what is expected. I would guess if you want to order a car you will likely have to order a MY10 as the production change is usually mid-year. That being said, there are amazing deals on the MY09s so the choice is between a great deal on the MY09 or wait and order an MY10. You can be assured both are outstanding cars. It has to be driven to believe. Good Luck
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i drive them all, fast and hard
what are some of the upgrades in tech that they are having

also iw as thinking, there are a few s63s that are like at 5000 miles for about 100000bucks
those seem like deals
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Originally Posted by vdubpower
what are some of the upgrades in tech that they are having

also iw as thinking, there are a few s63s that are like at 5000 miles for about 100000bucks
those seem like deals
That is a pretty incredible deal, IMO. 5,000 miles = $30-50K discount? Nice.
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Originally Posted by vdubpower
what are some of the upgrades in tech that they are having

also iw as thinking, there are a few s63s that are like at 5000 miles for about 100000bucks
those seem like deals

One feature that may be on the 2010 is the new dual-view comand screen. The passenger can be watching a video while the driver is still able to see the nav (or some other application) , both seen by the use of one comand screen.
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