2008 S65 Pics
Thread Starter
Almost a Member!
Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 35
Likes: 0
2008 S65 Pics
Here are some pics of my new 2008 S65. I got it Tuesday, so I haven't put a lot of miles on it yet. It sat in Baltimore almost a month before Mercedes released the 2008 models.
It has the ability to play a DVD when parked. I probably won't use that. The NAV system can display in birds-eye view, which is kind of neat.
The car has torque at almost any speed, which I enjoy. This is a major reason why I bought this model. Don't know if I will mod it yet. I think I'll drive it a while before I make that decision.
The exhaust note has a bit of a snarl to it, but you need to stand in back of the car to hear it well. I had an SL600, and there was no snarl there.
I'm a happy camper.
It has the ability to play a DVD when parked. I probably won't use that. The NAV system can display in birds-eye view, which is kind of neat.
The car has torque at almost any speed, which I enjoy. This is a major reason why I bought this model. Don't know if I will mod it yet. I think I'll drive it a while before I make that decision.
The exhaust note has a bit of a snarl to it, but you need to stand in back of the car to hear it well. I had an SL600, and there was no snarl there.
I'm a happy camper.
Thread Starter
Almost a Member!
Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 35
Likes: 0
Thanks, all, for your kind words.
If I understand the manual, the headlight washer comes on after every 5 times that you use the windshield washer. And, I think this resets every time you start the car. There is no direct control of the headlight washer. I wonder who at MB thought that one up.
If I understand the manual, the headlight washer comes on after every 5 times that you use the windshield washer. And, I think this resets every time you start the car. There is no direct control of the headlight washer. I wonder who at MB thought that one up.
Trending Topics
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 1,271
Likes: 1
From: CA
2010 CL65
Congrats...one of the world's greatest cars...
Would never "mod" any new AMG/F/P....would always rather bet on the R&D infrastructure/safety testing of AMG/F/P than any aftermkt shop where the "vast" R&D expce is a handful of customer cars (if that)
....would save my "mod" money and simply trade-in sooner to get a new latest/greatest-tech AMG....
Would never "mod" any new AMG/F/P....would always rather bet on the R&D infrastructure/safety testing of AMG/F/P than any aftermkt shop where the "vast" R&D expce is a handful of customer cars (if that)
....would save my "mod" money and simply trade-in sooner to get a new latest/greatest-tech AMG....
MB World Stories
The Best of Mercedes & AMG
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren
Verdad Gallardo
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine
Verdad Gallardo
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction
Verdad Gallardo
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping
Verdad Gallardo
10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used
Verdad Gallardo
Member
Joined: Feb 2007
Posts: 190
Likes: 0
From: South Easton, MA
2008 S63 w/perf. pack, 2002 Ferrari 360 F1 spider , 2007 Cadillac Escalade ESV (my Limo)
Here are some pics of my new 2008 S65. I got it Tuesday, so I haven't put a lot of miles on it yet. It sat in Baltimore almost a month before Mercedes released the 2008 models.
It has the ability to play a DVD when parked. I probably won't use that. The NAV system can display in birds-eye view, which is kind of neat.
The car has torque at almost any speed, which I enjoy. This is a major reason why I bought this model. Don't know if I will mod it yet. I think I'll drive it a while before I make that decision.
The exhaust note has a bit of a snarl to it, but you need to stand in back of the car to hear it well. I had an SL600, and there was no snarl there.
I'm a happy camper.
It has the ability to play a DVD when parked. I probably won't use that. The NAV system can display in birds-eye view, which is kind of neat.
The car has torque at almost any speed, which I enjoy. This is a major reason why I bought this model. Don't know if I will mod it yet. I think I'll drive it a while before I make that decision.
The exhaust note has a bit of a snarl to it, but you need to stand in back of the car to hear it well. I had an SL600, and there was no snarl there.
I'm a happy camper.
Member
Joined: Feb 2007
Posts: 190
Likes: 0
From: South Easton, MA
2008 S63 w/perf. pack, 2002 Ferrari 360 F1 spider , 2007 Cadillac Escalade ESV (my Limo)
Wheels?
Also, Just curious, Why would they put normal wheels on a 65 for 08 instead of the powder coated ones? Will they have an AMG performance package that will include upgraded wheels? I just didn't think they would have better looking wheels on a 63, most people, including myself, were expecting something new on the 08 65. 
Member
Joined: Apr 2006
Posts: 118
Likes: 0
...
Thanks, all, for your kind words.
If I understand the manual, the headlight washer comes on after every 5 times that you use the windshield washer. And, I think this resets every time you start the car. There is no direct control of the headlight washer. I wonder who at MB thought that one up.
If I understand the manual, the headlight washer comes on after every 5 times that you use the windshield washer. And, I think this resets every time you start the car. There is no direct control of the headlight washer. I wonder who at MB thought that one up.
Senior Member
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 250
Likes: 0
From: Salt Lake City, Utah
S65 Renntech'd, GL450, Super Charged Range Rover
Here are some pics of my new 2008 S65. I got it Tuesday, so I haven't put a lot of miles on it yet. It sat in Baltimore almost a month before Mercedes released the 2008 models.
It has the ability to play a DVD when parked. I probably won't use that. The NAV system can display in birds-eye view, which is kind of neat.
The car has torque at almost any speed, which I enjoy. This is a major reason why I bought this model. Don't know if I will mod it yet. I think I'll drive it a while before I make that decision.
The exhaust note has a bit of a snarl to it, but you need to stand in back of the car to hear it well. I had an SL600, and there was no snarl there.
I'm a happy camper.
It has the ability to play a DVD when parked. I probably won't use that. The NAV system can display in birds-eye view, which is kind of neat.
The car has torque at almost any speed, which I enjoy. This is a major reason why I bought this model. Don't know if I will mod it yet. I think I'll drive it a while before I make that decision.
The exhaust note has a bit of a snarl to it, but you need to stand in back of the car to hear it well. I had an SL600, and there was no snarl there.
I'm a happy camper.
I never thought that when I got delivery of my 07 S65 that I would mod it... After about a year I got bored of the car and wanted to change it.... Renntech stage 3, I would HIGHLY recommend... AMAZING performance over the stock performance. My car is SOOO much more fun to drive with the mods. You can PM me if you have any questions.
Thread Starter
Almost a Member!
Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 35
Likes: 0
I never thought that when I got delivery of my 07 S65 that I would mod it... After about a year I got bored of the car and wanted to change it.... Renntech stage 3, I would HIGHLY recommend... AMAZING performance over the stock performance. My car is SOOO much more fun to drive with the mods. You can PM me if you have any questions.
Senior Member
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 250
Likes: 0
From: Salt Lake City, Utah
S65 Renntech'd, GL450, Super Charged Range Rover
As far as if it's "enough"??? I'm telling you right now.... It's NEVER enough.. People like us who buy V12 bi-turbo 600hp stock engines are always looking for a little bit more...
I'm telling you right now to plan on doing it. I would put about 6 or 7,000 miles on it and then order the parts and have it done. Talk to Adam from Euroelites on this website and he can direct you to someone who knows what they are doing in your local area.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 4,846
Likes: 291
From: Dallas TX
2013 650i Coupe, 2010 IS250 AWD, 1999 S500
http://www.mbusa.com/models/main.do?modelCode=S65
M
Newbie
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 3
Likes: 0
From: kuwait
08 Mercedes S65, 08 Ferrari F430 scuderia, 09 SLR Mclaren 722S
wow very nice ..... i'm waiting for mine which should arrive in october .... is it standard for 08 models to have the diamond shaped leather seats???
Thread Starter
Almost a Member!
Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 35
Likes: 0
Thanks. I didn't order any special interior so I assume the diamond pattern is standard. When I ordered the car, I put all the options then available on it, except for individual rear seats. When it arrived, the only option listed was the iPod kit. Everything else was made standard equipment. So, the car comes fully loaded.
