SL/R230: Keyless go w/ Vario roof
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Keyless go w/ Vario roof
In deciding on SL55 options, I'm sort of torn about this keyless go. I understand that you can't open the roof with the system, only with the key, which is a feature I love abou tte M5 (albeit only the windows/sunroof).
With that consideration, are people ordering the keyless go? I'm debating it, but this is a major drawback, especially in the "cool" factor.
--Dan
With that consideration, are people ordering the keyless go? I'm debating it, but this is a major drawback, especially in the "cool" factor.
--Dan
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From: castro valley, ca
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With keyless go, you can still use the key/remote to open the roof.
Kinda defeats the purpose of the option, though, as you still need to carry the key.
I *really* came close to ordering keyless go, as it's pretty cool to be able to just jump in the car and push a button...but decided against it. Only part of it was the roof. The big thing is that my wallet is already full of junk--receipts, "frequent buyer cards", atm, credit, gym, and the keyless go card would take up several credit cards worth of space. Also, I worry about the durability and replacement cost of those little suckers.
Still, I love the idea...
Kinda defeats the purpose of the option, though, as you still need to carry the key.
I *really* came close to ordering keyless go, as it's pretty cool to be able to just jump in the car and push a button...but decided against it. Only part of it was the roof. The big thing is that my wallet is already full of junk--receipts, "frequent buyer cards", atm, credit, gym, and the keyless go card would take up several credit cards worth of space. Also, I worry about the durability and replacement cost of those little suckers.
Still, I love the idea...
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It is a great feature, I will order it on any new Benz in the future. You can still operate the roof, but you need to use the regular key to do it, for saftey you must push and point the key at the door.
It is just a fantastic option!!!!! It is well worth the money, and has no downside.
It is just a fantastic option!!!!! It is well worth the money, and has no downside.
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I ordered keyless go, why ?
(1) I like lots of gadgets
(2) If I ever get car jacked, then I can just give them the car, and off they go. When they switch off the engine later, they dont have the keys any more, so cant go any further !
As you can plainly see, (2) was the excuse to my wife for (1)
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(1) I like lots of gadgets
(2) If I ever get car jacked, then I can just give them the car, and off they go. When they switch off the engine later, they dont have the keys any more, so cant go any further !
As you can plainly see, (2) was the excuse to my wife for (1)
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I didn't realize how big it is. My wallet is very slim (some low-profile mont blanc deal) and won't be able to hold it, meaning it will be a thick card in my pocket. Dimenstionally, a key will end up being advantageous.
But the gadget factor is drawing me back!
--Dan
But the gadget factor is drawing me back!
--Dan
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Keyless No Go
I was surprised to read an article recently promoting Keyless Go as one of those options that would enhance resale value. The premise was that "all luxury cars" will have a version of it in a few years and its absence will be a negative. Regardless, I had a hard time finding a compelling reason to add it to my option list as I too was disappointed that it would not open the roof. I too suffer from the too thick wallet syndrome (plastic, not bills).
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From: House of Imports, MBZ (So. Cali.)
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I will definately be ordering this option on my next Benz & I think that Richard has a valid point. If you are carjacked (hope this doesn't happen) when the criminals get a few yards away from you they will be S@!T out of luck!
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I not suggesting that this will eliminate Lo-Jack, but every little advantage we have is better than nothing at all!!!
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Get it. Why not? I love the start/stop button on the gearknob. Not that I'm going to have my hands full of groceries where I can't reach the key, but I'll probably have my hands full of parts for my car and can't reach for my key 
I too love gadgets and the cool-factor here is very high! At this level, practicality goes out the window!
I too love gadgets and the cool-factor here is very high! At this level, practicality goes out the window!
