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Old Sep 30, 2011 | 02:04 PM
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Desgino Launch Edition Paint Code?

My first post after buying my first MB yesterday! Woohoo!

Does anyone know the Designo Launch Edition paint code? I thought it was c041 based on the sticker in the door jam, but according a paint shop, that color is called Graphite Green. I don't see any green in the color, just dark grey.

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Old Oct 2, 2011 | 06:08 PM
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Got the dealer to confirm it is 041 after all... not sure why the description of the paint was coming up with "green" though. I ordered a pre-painted rear spoiler lip with this code. Hope its right.
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Old Oct 4, 2011 | 10:06 AM
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Enjoy the car. I'm getting rid of mine for a 740Li today. Will miss it
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Old Oct 4, 2011 | 10:14 AM
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Getting rid? You make it sound like it was a bad car.
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Old Oct 4, 2011 | 10:21 AM
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One of my best. I get bored and get out every 2 years. You will never get out of a luxury car after this. Sounds like you have my car. Designo gray, beige/black with walnut. 19" mutispokes. You should look at updating taillights.

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Old Oct 4, 2011 | 10:26 AM
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Yep, same car, except previous owner swapped the wheels out for some 20s. Still thinking about the lights, but I do want to put AMG skirts, bumpers and exhaust on on it for sure. I traded an Acura RL and a Z06 for this car, so gained a lot in the luxury deparment, but am already craving some sporty attributes.
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Old Oct 4, 2011 | 10:44 AM
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Yep, same car, except previous owner swapped the wheels out for some 20s. Still thinking about the lights, but I do want to put AMG skirts, bumpers and exhaust on on it for sure. I traded an Acura RL and a Z06 for this car, so gained a lot in the luxury deparment, but am already craving some sporty attributes.
The Acura was a wise trade in, but also a Z06? Ouch, that hurts. You will be craving a sports car, hard. I find a great amount of luxury/sports balance in my two cars, the 2006 M5 and the 2010 S550V4.

Consider a used CL600 or something to go with your S550. They are dirt cheap, and I miss having a V-12 in my stable, so if I find a great one, I just might bite. Of course, my wife will make me live inside of it.
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Old Oct 4, 2011 | 10:58 AM
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Yeah, the Z06 lost the practicality battle when my wife got preggo with our 4th child. Although, she loved the Z just as much as I did, so I think we will see another sports car down the road when our oldest gets her own car in a couple years. Until then, I have to make this S550 meet my needs.
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