SL/R232: My worst nightmare: the new SL
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When are they going to actually really release this thing??
I mean....really....with options and specs and pictures and pricing and actual real photos without the stupid camo on it. Makes me think they have trouble other than just a chip issue....
It seems like it keeps getting pushed back and back.
I mean....really....with options and specs and pictures and pricing and actual real photos without the stupid camo on it. Makes me think they have trouble other than just a chip issue....
It seems like it keeps getting pushed back and back.
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When are they going to actually really release this thing??
I mean....really....with options and specs and pictures and pricing and actual real photos without the stupid camo on it. Makes me think they have trouble other than just a chip issue....
It seems like it keeps getting pushed back and back.
I mean....really....with options and specs and pictures and pricing and actual real photos without the stupid camo on it. Makes me think they have trouble other than just a chip issue....
It seems like it keeps getting pushed back and back.
The launch was pushed by a month as js_cls already stated.
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The camo is part of the marketing strategy having car fans endlessly discussing what the vehicle looks like. It’s called Mental ************…..
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No other MB has headlights like this in terms of shape. Hard to tell with the tail lights...
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I'm confused, what part about a car that was entirely developed by AMG is a "look alike?". Additionally, I feel people forget that materials and tech aren't frozen in time, they advance. Modern fabric roofs are wildly better than they were years ago, not to mention lighter, and mechanically simpler.
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The All New 2022 AMG SL Roadster Body Shell
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The entire chassis/platform is all new and only for the SL and next-generation AMG GT.
The All New 2022 AMG SL Roadster Body Shell
The All New 2022 AMG SL Roadster Body Shell
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I love to be wrong actually as I want MB's headlight designs to be more unique compared to their other cars in the lineup...
Here is the original post: https://www.instagram.com/p/CUVkq0wqQ7A/
Here is the original post: https://www.instagram.com/p/CUVkq0wqQ7A/
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Edit: Found the article
https://www.motor1.com/news/229426/mercedes-a-class-predator-front/
https://www.drive.com.au/news/2018-mercedes-a-class-designer/
Excerpt from the article : "Nicknamed the “Predator” face, the sharper headlight arrangement flanking a reversed grille shape will be “dedicated to our most progressive cars,” according to Mercedes’ chief designer Gorden Wagener. Speaking with Australian media at the hatchback’s reveal even last week in Amsterdam, the man in charge with the company’s styling language mentioned the A-Class and CLS (both pictured below) are “very design-oriented” cars. Wagener did say the next generation of the C-Class is not on the list. Instead, the W206 will come with a "different face" when it will debut at the beginning of the next decade.
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Of course, you are right, but that doesn’t mean we have to like it. Personally, I feel it is like they are playing games with us. I expect something more classy & refined from MB.
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That is the whole point, its called a slow tease and is used to build up hype and conversation around a car. All MB have done is provide prototype reviews, product training, and press photos, any other photos, videos, etc. were all from third party sources who captured the car on camera, not MB. Seriously, this is a standard procedure for all car manufacturers, even Rolls Royce, the highest caliber of luxury is using a similar strategy for their new EV's coming out through teasing and camouflage.
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Personally I could care less about the camo leaks. I want to see the car. Also, curious to see if it a stand alone or will simply become the convertible version of the next generation AMG, speaking of looks/style only. I hope it's a stand alone like previous SL's always have been and resembles nothing else in the lineup.
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Personally I could care less about the camo leaks. I want to see the car. Also, curious to see if it a stand alone or will simply become the convertible version of the next generation AMG, speaking of looks/style only. I hope it's a stand alone like previous SL's always have been and resembles nothing else in the lineup.
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Personally I could care less about the camo leaks. I want to see the car. Also, curious to see if it a stand alone or will simply become the convertible version of the next generation AMG, speaking of looks/style only. I hope it's a stand alone like previous SL's always have been and resembles nothing else in the lineup.
That said, I see a number of design elements I am not crazy about but to me the car has to work as a package. Look great, have great drive dynamics, be an excellent top down car in terms of airflow, outstanding performance and ideally some practicality.
We have a great convertible now and bought the extended new car warranty (7yr/70k) just in case but we are game if the new SL delivers
In regards to the camo pics, that is easy. Just don’t read anything SL related until 10/20
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