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Old Oct 19, 2015 | 10:45 PM
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My custom s550 2016 is docking in LA tomorrow!



Should have it in my sweet little hands by week's end hopefully...

Pix as soon as I can.
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Old Oct 19, 2015 | 11:22 PM
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Awesome! Congrats...what's the build?
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Old Oct 20, 2015 | 10:51 PM
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Gosh I am looking for the email with the exact build. Can't find it now. LOL. Here are the highlights:

Diamond White
19" 5 spoke
Silk Beige Espresso Napa Leather
Burl walnut dash

Driver Assist package,
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Premium package
Upgraded 3D stereo
HUD
360 degree camera
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Old Oct 21, 2015 | 04:11 PM
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Enjoy it. I got mines last month. I know havent posted much pics yet. Was busy with family and as such havent played with it much. Next week pics to come from me too.
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Old Oct 21, 2015 | 04:19 PM
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Nice.
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Old Oct 21, 2015 | 06:39 PM
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Please post pics. I ordered mine and the time to build was not bad but the boat to LA seemed to take forever and the trip from LA to Phoenix took almost a week (that was the toughest). However when I went to pick it up after being prepped, polished, etc. it took my breath away. Made the wait worth it.
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Old Oct 23, 2015 | 12:01 AM
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From my SA today:

Goods news the car has been released to carrier. That means we could receive it in the next few days.. I will let you know as soon as it arrives. Looks like we'll make the weekend.

WOO HOOO!
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Old Oct 24, 2015 | 12:03 AM
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From my SA today:

Goods news the car has been released to carrier. That means we could receive it in the next few days.. I will let you know as soon as it arrives. Looks like we'll make the weekend.

WOO HOOO!
Congrats. We want some pics
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Old Oct 24, 2015 | 07:31 PM
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Picking up tomorrow morning! Dealer said all is well, prep is done, they did a brief test drive, etc. 10:30 appt. Cannot wait. Good riddance to my BWM!

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Old Oct 25, 2015 | 10:19 PM
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Here she is!

So far so good! Learning my way around the computer system (BMW owner here) but everything is going great. It is driving very well (although a bit more sluggish than my 750i, I have to admit). The interior however is MUCH nicer and the upgraded 3D stereo system is AMAZING. I am really enjoying the adaptive cruise control. Basically the car drives itself! I am very happy with the options I picked. I didn't need the fancy back seat options since my kids are rarely in my car for more than a few minutes. I feel like this config is perfect to pamper a solo driver.

I also adore the interior. The color combo is really fab. I was worried it would be too dark with the white exterior but it's perfect. I like how it's black at your feet so it is less likely to show dirt.

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Old Oct 25, 2015 | 10:32 PM
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Old Oct 25, 2015 | 10:35 PM
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Thanks!
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Old Oct 26, 2015 | 12:33 AM
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Old Oct 26, 2015 | 02:05 AM
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Thanks! Nothing like hitting In N Out at 11pm just to have an excuse to try the purple mood lighting in the car.
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Old Oct 26, 2015 | 02:38 AM
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Thanks! Nothing like hitting In N Out at 11pm just to have an excuse to try the purple mood lighting in the car.
+1 What an awesome quote.
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Old Oct 26, 2015 | 08:46 AM
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looks awesome dude, and nice driveway too
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looks awesome dude, and nice driveway too
dude?
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Old Oct 26, 2015 | 10:06 AM
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^really?


it's a figure of speech tightman; a term of endearment you dodo...... can say dudette if that pleases you? LOL
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it's a figure of speech tightman; a term of endearment you dodo...... can say dudette if that pleases you? LOL
lol... exactly... dudette.

Really, what is that equivalent endearing term? It can't be dude... can it?
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Congrats. Very nice color combo. Enjoy many happy miles in it miss.
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Old Oct 26, 2015 | 11:15 PM
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Thanks! Very happy with it. I did actually break out the owner's manual though for getting some questions answered. LOL. Haven't done that in about 20 years for anything.

Found the manual download here (easier to search than a book) in case anyone else wants it:
https://www.mbusa.com/mercedes/servi...owners_manuals

This is a great resource.

Did I mention the 3D stereo is amazing??? Oh and I got the seat heaters and the massage thing activated today on the way back from a long day at work. WOW.

Katherine
AKA Dude/Dudette/Homey/Chick/Broette...
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