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(moving from the sedan forum)
It took a while for the car to arrive, four moths from the date of the order to be precise. Delivery was not without the drama either as first attempt last Thursday had failed when dealership called and informed that one of the lighting module failed diagnostics. That call happened literally as I was driving to pick it up. As it turned out, loose connector was the reason and the new module replacement they shipped from California will stay with the dealership just in case Nevertheless, car was picked up last Saturday.
It's nice to be back with six hundred horses though I will have to pace myself for the next thousand miles. MB interface is a bit strange and will be something to get used to. Sound needs tuning, I believe there was an app for the Burmester 3d system. Seat is awesome, took me awhile to recognize why I was uncomfortable and pulling back the seating pad solved it (I used to have it fully extended on BMW without impact to the overall position and in MB and also adjust overall seating support).
Yesterday was a nice day to take couple of snapshots, enjoy!
More interesting question will be with electronics. I'll give Benchmark a call once car is back, looking at the back side I'm challenged to see how to cleanly install ALP.
@COOPERDB and @Dan_B - Escort as a radar detector makes a lot of sense to me but laser shifters / blinders do not. I talked to both Benchmark (escort shop) and Systems Unlimited (radenso / alp shop) and am a bit torn between the two. Probably leaning towards the SU with randenso/alp. Thoughts?
2017 S63 Coupe (Roo); 2020 S63 Coupe (Dorian); 2021 Maybach GLS 600 w/all in 4 seat config (Bach S)
Originally Posted by Igor Sakhnov
@COOPERDB and @Dan_B - Escort as a radar detector makes a lot of sense to me but laser shifters / blinders do not. I talked to both Benchmark (escort shop) and Systems Unlimited (radenso / alp shop) and am a bit torn between the two. Probably leaning towards the SU with randenso/alp. Thoughts?
I don’t know enough about Systems Unlimited to offer an informed suggestion. Maybe D.B., or other folks can offer a solid POV. Best, Dan
Gorgeous S63 - what a way to start the new decade Please post up some driving impressions when you get a chance.
Very cautious driving as I'm breaking it in with still 100 miles only on the odometer. Love it It's clearly a heavy car but well balanced. For a high power daily driver in Seattle area all-wheel drive is a must. I was never able to enjoy year round any of my past M3s and M5.
Among regular cars nothing comes close interior and comfort wise.
2017 S63 Coupe (Roo); 2020 S63 Coupe (Dorian); 2021 Maybach GLS 600 w/all in 4 seat config (Bach S)
Just missed you at Eastside
Igor,
Dorian and I just missed you and your new beautiful coupe at East side auto today. I picked up Dori after Ben and Joey finished doing their magic. Ben and Joey at Eastside Auto Salon giving Dorian love and some magic ;-)
Once you are done with Hugo, and go back to Eastside, you will love your coupe even more when they are done with yours (have a name yet?)
2017 S63 Coupe (Roo); 2020 S63 Coupe (Dorian); 2021 Maybach GLS 600 w/all in 4 seat config (Bach S)
Originally Posted by Igor Sakhnov
I was impressed by everything done to Dorian! When is the new one coming?
I’m not going with Hugo, I decided to go with Systems Unlimited and get Radenso + ALP. It’s off to Ben once electronics are done.
Thank you! I'd be curious of your take on Systems Unlimited for the new Dorian. My Dealer @ Lynnwood will get his allocation around Jan 15th and then I'll know more about the ETA for the new Dorian, and when my wife will rename the current coupe to a name she loves.
Hope to finally meet you and look forward to having you enjoy your beauty. BTW don't forget that CCBs also have break in process. DB sent it to me. I'll find and send you a PM with it.
Got the first batch of changes done with detection and countermeasures in place
All work done by Charles and Systems Unlimited. Really like how the front sensors are integrated, not as excited about the rears but it is what it is with the S63 bumper set up.
Rears are on top of a license plate and are more visible compared to fronts
Both control units are in neatly tucked on a passenger side
The remote is in place of the ashtray
I went with 2 channel BlackVue setup with the extra battery installed next to the main car battery. BlackVue is thirsty draining the extra battery by 50% overnight, I wish they had geo fencing disabling it once in the garage.
Now to the next stop to get PPF and ceramic coating.
Got the first batch of changes done with detection and countermeasures in place
All work done by Charles and Systems Unlimited. Really like how the front sensors are integrated, not as excited about the rears but it is what it is with the S63 bumper set up.
Rears are on top of a license plate and are more visible compared to fronts
Both control units are in neatly tucked on a passenger side
The remote is in place of the ashtray
I went with 2 channel BlackVue setup with the extra battery installed next to the main car battery. BlackVue is thirsty draining the extra battery by 50% overnight, I wish they had geo fencing disabling it once in the garage.
Now to the next stop to get PPF and ceramic coating.
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Nevertheless, car was picked up last Saturday.
