SL/R230: My turn =)
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2005 SL500
My turn =)
After some years of dreaming, I finally picked up my 2005 SL500 yesterday. Black/black, Comfort, Bi-xenons, Keyless Go. Thanks to all that helped me.
Amazing machine, so much technology in the car, it's just sick. Haven't pushed the car at all....abiding by the 1000 mile break-in. I wish it was a SL600 or SL55, but I still can't wait to floor it. Before using the Keyless Go, I thought it wasn't more than just a gimmick. Having used it for just a day, it's DEFINITELY a MUST-HAVE option.
Now I need to figure out all the features on it!! Navi, setting up the garage door opener, even the ventilation system (no joke).
Some questions:
1) How do you guys keep your flat black clean?
2) Which dealership offers the best price for the Trim package (Wood wheel and shift knob)?
Some pics from delivery:
Amazing machine, so much technology in the car, it's just sick. Haven't pushed the car at all....abiding by the 1000 mile break-in. I wish it was a SL600 or SL55, but I still can't wait to floor it. Before using the Keyless Go, I thought it wasn't more than just a gimmick. Having used it for just a day, it's DEFINITELY a MUST-HAVE option.
Now I need to figure out all the features on it!! Navi, setting up the garage door opener, even the ventilation system (no joke).
Some questions:
1) How do you guys keep your flat black clean?
2) Which dealership offers the best price for the Trim package (Wood wheel and shift knob)?
Some pics from delivery:
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Originally Posted by vantage78
Thanks for the kind words all 
Anyone have experience with the clear bra? Worth it?
Anyone have experience with the clear bra? Worth it?
BTW...great looking car.
Last edited by wily; Oct 16, 2005 at 01:20 PM.
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Give Premier a call. I'm sure they can answer any of your questions. These guys are the best.https://mbworld.org/forums/showthrea...ight=clear+bra
Last edited by wily; Oct 16, 2005 at 01:21 PM.
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2006 SL 500
Congratulations
I'm very happy you got the car you wanted. I've had mine two weeks now and have no complaints. I thought Keyless Go might be a gimmick too but I'm finding it to be a very good option and worth the money over the long haul. My 2006 came with Sirius satellite radio as a no charge option and I'm really enjoying it much more than I thought I would. Take care and happy motoring!
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Originally Posted by wily
Give Premier a call. I'm sure they can answer any of your questions. These guys are the best.https://mbworld.org/forums/showthrea...ight=clear+bra
I thought the new Nano paint was doing much better with chips?
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Originally Posted by S-Clusiv
I can't tell the difference in shines on my S...I love the bra..You shouldv'e seen my front before it though!
Nonetheless, as with you, many love it.
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Originally Posted by LovinSL600
Sorry to say there is absolutely a difference at certain angles with certain lighting conditions.
Nonetheless, as with you, many love it.
Nonetheless, as with you, many love it.
I have to agree with you there is a difference at certain angles in the shine and the line does show especially on dark colors. I had Premier do my black '05 SL 55 and while it does show there is that peace of mind that the chips will not appear. I drove the car for about 3 weeks and picked up a few small chips on the front and this was driving on surface streets.
The nano paint is supposed to be more durable but I have found that the paint is about as susceptible to chips as regular paint on the non metal surfaces such as the front end. This is due to the fact that the paint is much thinner on these surfaces. Other than that the nano paint is harder and a real bear with which to work.
For my $.02 I feel that it is worth the cost and the few negatives.
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From: san diego
2001 viper rt-10, 2007 SL65
options
Originally Posted by So Cal Sam
I'm very happy you got the car you wanted. I've had mine two weeks now and have no complaints. I thought Keyless Go might be a gimmick too but I'm finding it to be a very good option and worth the money over the long haul. My 2006 came with Sirius satellite radio as a no charge option and I'm really enjoying it much more than I thought I would. Take care and happy motoring!
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Originally Posted by lkirchner
Lovin,
I have to agree with you there is a difference at certain angles in the shine and the line does show especially on dark colors. I had Premier do my black '05 SL 55 and while it does show there is that peace of mind that the chips will not appear. I drove the car for about 3 weeks and picked up a few small chips on the front and this was driving on surface streets.
The nano paint is supposed to be more durable but I have found that the paint is about as susceptible to chips as regular paint on the non metal surfaces such as the front end. This is due to the fact that the paint is much thinner on these surfaces. Other than that the nano paint is harder and a real bear with which to work.
For my $.02 I feel that it is worth the cost and the few negatives.
I have to agree with you there is a difference at certain angles in the shine and the line does show especially on dark colors. I had Premier do my black '05 SL 55 and while it does show there is that peace of mind that the chips will not appear. I drove the car for about 3 weeks and picked up a few small chips on the front and this was driving on surface streets.
The nano paint is supposed to be more durable but I have found that the paint is about as susceptible to chips as regular paint on the non metal surfaces such as the front end. This is due to the fact that the paint is much thinner on these surfaces. Other than that the nano paint is harder and a real bear with which to work.
For my $.02 I feel that it is worth the cost and the few negatives.
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I'm wondering why stone chipping is much more of an issue in the US than in Europe; sure you pick up the odd stone chip but on a recent 2000 mile trip through Germany, I didn't pick up a single one.
So what is it about US road conditions - debris on the road, tailgating the car in front, what?
So what is it about US road conditions - debris on the road, tailgating the car in front, what?
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2005 SL500
Originally Posted by blueSL
I'm wondering why stone chipping is much more of an issue in the US than in Europe; sure you pick up the odd stone chip but on a recent 2000 mile trip through Germany, I didn't pick up a single one.
So what is it about US road conditions - debris on the road, tailgating the car in front, what?
So what is it about US road conditions - debris on the road, tailgating the car in front, what?
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To Vantage 78
Wishing you the happiest of motoring experiences with you new car but I dont want to disappoint you but I hope you do not have problems with it - if you do may God help you because MB wont!! SLs are smashing while they go but unfortunately the customer service is not being given by MB. I also loved my new SL but with all the difficulties I got from MB made me decide to simply get a better car with a caring customer service team to respond. Now thats where Lexus scores. When I finally finish with my case against MB I can assure they will never see me or my money again. However keep your fingers crossed and hope it keeps going for you . Best wishes, Paddy
