S65 AMG: Timeline, experiences, observations, etc.
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Stunning car. Congrats!!
Pricey but compare that to a Ghost or optioned Flying Spur. It's twice the car and better at everything. Plus IMO it's more elegant and luxurious than either...
Take some pics of the leather headliner as well when posting some pics.
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Pricey but compare that to a Ghost or optioned Flying Spur. It's twice the car and better at everything. Plus IMO it's more elegant and luxurious than either...
Take some pics of the leather headliner as well when posting some pics.
Enjoy!
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Excellent Terminator! Can't wait to see it in person.
Which shop are you going to to do the wrap?
Forgive me if you mentioned this earlier, but why didn't you go for the electrically heated windshield?
Which shop are you going to to do the wrap?
Forgive me if you mentioned this earlier, but why didn't you go for the electrically heated windshield?
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Maybe it has the faint lines like the Range Rover that some detest?
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http://blogs.cars.com/kickingtires/2...-winter-1.html
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Lines will be there, it is subjective whether you actually notice them or not as they are thin/faint, but some people once they see them can't un-see them
http://blogs.cars.com/kickingtires/2...-winter-1.html
http://blogs.cars.com/kickingtires/2...-winter-1.html
I was specifically told it was new technology this year without the visible wires. I would be shocked if this were not the case.
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I don't believe you are correct. My answer came directly from a senior product manager at Mercedes Benz corporate headquarters in Montvale who went to the appropriate people in Germany for this answer.
I was specifically told it was new technology this year without the visible wires. I would be shocked if this were not the case.
I was specifically told it was new technology this year without the visible wires. I would be shocked if this were not the case.
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I have heated windshield in my S 63 sedan. I don't remember any visible wires when I took delivery but then I only had the car for an hour before I gave it to get few things done. I will post pics once I get it back this week. It's getting wrapped with Xpel ultimate.
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Awesome! Full xpel wrap or just bumpers, front, etc?
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Is this something I should be doing? Frankly, I never considered anything like this because it was always noticeable.
I know things have improved. I have very little knowledge of these products.
Can you please help me understand why you are doing this?
I know things have improved. I have very little knowledge of these products.
Can you please help me understand why you are doing this?
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One thing is will say is that you cannot tell there is a film unless I tell someone
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These new films are very good. I would say at a minimum get the full frontal coverage (where most of the rock chips/damage happens) which would include the front bumper, hood, headlights, fenders, mirrors, and A pillar. There's also a new product called Clearplex that acts as a clear bra for your front windshield to help prevent rock chips. Other areas to consider and are high risk are the rocker panels, and lower sections of the door lines (where the front wheel picks up rocks and throws them back). This is the only way you can drive your car and keep it looking pristine years later.
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Great discussion and Q&A.
We are doing it because we want to preserve the virgin look of the paint. It is easier to apply the film when the car is brand new as you don't have to deal with removing rock chips, scratches, etc.
The general rule here is:
A high quality film is barely noticeable if applied professionally.
We are doing it because we want to preserve the virgin look of the paint. It is easier to apply the film when the car is brand new as you don't have to deal with removing rock chips, scratches, etc.
The general rule here is:
- If you want to protect your car against rock chips and other damages while driving - do a full frontal wrap.
- If you want to ensure the car is protected both while driving and stationary - do a full wrap.
A high quality film is barely noticeable if applied professionally.
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I should have done this: and continue to kick myself for not doing so, to my CLS
the S I'm sure will go towards a trade in the future, but the CLS I'd like to have a long time.....
the S I'm sure will go towards a trade in the future, but the CLS I'd like to have a long time.....
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I just had the film put on my 2014 GL63 after a year of driving. He had to clean and fix little damage I had. I have to say it's looks amazing.
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These new films are very good. I would say at a minimum get the full frontal coverage (where most of the rock chips/damage happens) which would include the front bumper, hood, headlights, fenders, mirrors, and A pillar. There's also a new product called Clearplex that acts as a clear bra for your front windshield to help prevent rock chips. Other areas to consider and are high risk are the rocker panels, and lower sections of the door lines (where the front wheel picks up rocks and throws them back). This is the only way you can drive your car and keep it looking pristine years later.
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Looking forward to hearing back from you regarding the visibility of wires in the heated windshield. Please do share your impression (with pictures if possible).
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I'd try it for my cls, but if I was going to go to that much trouble and expense, I'd rather have a color wrap
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Depends on the area as mentioned above. For frontal coverage it can be ~$1,200-2,000 in my area for a GOOD install. You can always find someone that can do it for cheaper, but for something like this, you need a professional installer with a good reputation on working on high end cars. Sometimes the film needs to be cut on the car and you don't want razor scratches all over the edges of the film.
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I didn’t post any updates recently as my car was on a truck for the last 1.5 weeks. Plycar was engaged for this delivery and they did a great job making sure that the vehicle arrives safely and without any damages. I will definitely use Plycar again, and will not hesitate to recommend them.
Here are some more pictures of the dusty beast who hasn’t been washed since the time it arrived from Germany. Pictures of interior are still due.
Here are some more pictures of the dusty beast who hasn’t been washed since the time it arrived from Germany. Pictures of interior are still due.
