SL/R230: New 2007 SL550 50th is in.
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Originally Posted by tiggerfink
Can you post a picture of your trunk open? I herd that the partition in the trunk was redesigned. Is the CD player behind the driver's seat?
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Originally Posted by StephenK
Curious about the bluetooth adapter, is that thru MB?
Is it available for an old 06 SL600?
Is it available for an old 06 SL600?
MB sells one for your 2006 SL. Just contact your MB dealer.
http://www.wireless4mb.com/bt_accessories.aspx
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Yes. You can use most Motorola bluetooth phones or you can purchase the MB phones. My Verizon E815 will work with the MB bluetooth adaptor. Just click on the link and see if your bluetooth phone will work with MB bluetooth adaptor.
http://www.wireless4mb.com/btsolutions.aspx
http://www.wireless4mb.com/btsolutions.aspx
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Originally Posted by mikeblah
hey, what are those cold air, hot air buttons?
i keep forgetting to look in my manual... i was thinking it was someting with the side view mirrors. is it something with the vents?
i keep forgetting to look in my manual... i was thinking it was someting with the side view mirrors. is it something with the vents?
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hey, what are those cold air, hot air buttons?
i keep forgetting to look in my manual... i was thinking it was someting with the side view mirrors. is it something with the vents?
i keep forgetting to look in my manual... i was thinking it was someting with the side view mirrors. is it something with the vents?
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Originally Posted by vantage78
Why is it only known as the SL550 in the US? Every where else I believe, it's still the same moniker, SL500
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Originally Posted by MBZFAN55
Americans live, breathe and die, on the concept that more is better, i.e. larger numbers are better than lesser numbers.
) For good, or bad. But as the SL model designation has (roughly) represented the engine size in the past, it would make sense to name the new model the SL550, due to the fact that the engine size has been upped from 5.0 liter to apprx 5.5 liter.
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Originally Posted by tomd
This is mostly true. (except in golf ) For good, or bad. But as the SL model designation has (roughly) represented the engine size in the past, it would make sense to name the new model the SL550, due to the fact that the engine size has been upped from 5.0 liter to apprx 5.5 liter.
) For good, or bad. But as the SL model designation has (roughly) represented the engine size in the past, it would make sense to name the new model the SL550, due to the fact that the engine size has been upped from 5.0 liter to apprx 5.5 liter.Nonetheless, the more important factor on this thread is just how gorgeous your new SL550 is ! I'm thinking of passing up on my next S-Class and trying the SL for a few years. Your car is giving me more to think about. I think your color is fabulous, particularly with the new "upgraded" leather interior. I see you are in Mass, and I was wondering if you got this at Herb Chambers? Enjoy your new ride!
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Originally Posted by MBZFAN55
I agree, although it appears that over the years, the numbers are less reflective of the engine size than they were in the past.
Nonetheless, the more important factor on this thread is just how gorgeous your new SL550 is ! I'm thinking of passing up on my next S-Class and trying the SL for a few years. Your car is giving me more to think about. I think your color is fabulous, particularly with the new "upgraded" leather interior. I see you are in Mass, and I was wondering if you got this at Herb Chambers? Enjoy your new ride!
Nonetheless, the more important factor on this thread is just how gorgeous your new SL550 is ! I'm thinking of passing up on my next S-Class and trying the SL for a few years. Your car is giving me more to think about. I think your color is fabulous, particularly with the new "upgraded" leather interior. I see you are in Mass, and I was wondering if you got this at Herb Chambers? Enjoy your new ride!
You really have to see the color combo in person. I was neutral about it, until I did. They did a real nice job.
All my Benzes have been purchased from Lewbar Imports in West Springfield, MA. For 23 years, they have been fabulous to deal with.
Thanks again!
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Originally Posted by ohnoes
Beautiful ride! Congratulations on your purchase.
Just curious, are you leasing or buying it?
Just curious, are you leasing or buying it?
This was purchased outright. As were my other SLs. Be sure to run the numbers. Buying a high resale value car almost always makes more $ sense than leasing. But situations vary.
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Originally Posted by tomd
Thanks!
This was purchased outright. As were my other SLs. Be sure to run the numbers. Buying a high resale value car almost always makes more $ sense than leasing. But situations vary.
This was purchased outright. As were my other SLs. Be sure to run the numbers. Buying a high resale value car almost always makes more $ sense than leasing. But situations vary.
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Originally Posted by tomd
Thanks!
This was purchased outright. As were my other SLs. Be sure to run the numbers. Buying a high resale value car almost always makes more $ sense than leasing. But situations vary.
This was purchased outright. As were my other SLs. Be sure to run the numbers. Buying a high resale value car almost always makes more $ sense than leasing. But situations vary.
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Originally Posted by ohnoes
Regarding buying versus leasing,... loan payments are deductible, too.
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I own my business. I leased instead of financed because of that, the finance is capped at something like 10,000 the first year then 1500 for the next 4 years over five year span. Not worth it. Lease, I write off 75% for business over the entire lease period. Substancial tax relief compared to finance. If you got the doe, pay it off. Nobody likes payments. unless you own a bank..
unless you own a bank..
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Originally Posted by SL BRABUS
can someone tell me for $5,100 on 50th package what it come with......??
by the way nice car.......!!
by the way nice car.......!!FYI
278:SL Roadster 50th Anniversary Edition (550 to be built)
723:Pewter Metallic Paintwork
227:Cognac Brown Special Leather
R70:Exclusive 18” Twin Spoke Wheels
736:Black Ash Wood Trim
889:Keyless Go
284:Wood/Leather Shift Knob
289:Wood/Leather Steering Wheel
??? 50th Anniversary Edition Floormats
401:Active Ventilated Seats
614:Bi-Xenon Headlamps
619:Cornering Fog Lamps
???:50th Anniversary Rear Shelf Bag
additionally:
232:Garage Door Opener
359:TeleAid Digital/Prewiring Cell Phone
427:7-Speed Automatic Transmission
530: DVD COMAND Navigation
581: Dual-Zone Auto Climate Control
763:Remote Key with Panic Button
819:6-Disc CD Changer
810:Bose Audio Pilot
634:First Aid Kit
524:Paint Protection
U44:Luggage Net In Trunk
089:Super Plush Floor Mats
536:SIRIUS Satellite Radio
Last edited by tomd; Apr 17, 2006 at 06:46 AM.
