SL-Class (R230) 2003 -- 2012: Discussion on the SL500, SL550, SL600

SL/R230: Hello I am new and have a few questions

Old Aug 20, 2009 | 12:28 PM
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Hello I am new and have a few questions

Hi everyone I am glad to join all of you!!! I purchased my 2003 Black SL500 last night.

I have searched the forum but I have a few questions.

First what is the best way to add a ipod to the car? I have a iphone but I wouldnt work with my Bluetooth on my 05 745li so I doubt there is a way to get it to work in the 03...correct?

Last I have seen a lot of wheels out there that I like but they are all around $5000 is there a place to find some wheels that are a little cheaper than these and is there anything I need to know about changinf the wheels?

Sorry for all the question and if I am asking too much too quick please let me know. I know some forums people hate new users. So again I am sorry if I am asking too much

Thanks
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Old Aug 20, 2009 | 01:19 PM
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Your 2003 should have an AUX jack in the glove compartment. Plug your iPod into this jack (make sure to use a stereo cable), press the AUX input on your COMAND and you should be in business.
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Old Aug 20, 2009 | 01:29 PM
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Try this site for your iPhone question:

http://www.wireless4mb.com/
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Old Aug 20, 2009 | 01:30 PM
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Originally Posted by JackStraw
Your 2003 should have an AUX jack in the glove compartment. Plug your iPod into this jack (make sure to use a stereo cable), press the AUX input on your COMAND and you should be in business.

Wow I looked all over for one of those. Just went out and looked and its there. Thank you very much!!!
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Old Aug 21, 2009 | 04:21 AM
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Wow I looked all over for one of those. Just went out and looked and its there. Thank you very much!!!
check my threads...contact ALEX, used to be with am forged..now hows his own shopw, sells all sorts wicked prices..way less than 5k(more like 3-4) with tires for custom SICK STUFF.
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Old Aug 22, 2009 | 08:54 PM
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Originally Posted by JackStraw
Your 2003 should have an AUX jack in the glove compartment. Plug your iPod into this jack (make sure to use a stereo cable), press the AUX input on your COMAND and you should be in business.
I have an 03. I don't see ang Jack. Can somebody post a pic pls
thx
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Old Aug 22, 2009 | 09:13 PM
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Originally Posted by VendettaMB
I have an 03. I don't see ang Jack. Can somebody post a pic pls
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Inside glove compartment, left side as I recall. MB eliminated the AUX jack after the '04.
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Old Aug 23, 2009 | 11:22 AM
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Originally Posted by JackStraw
Inside glove compartment, left side as I recall. MB eliminated the AUX jack after the '04.
Glad this thread was posted. Gonna go check.
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