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Old 12-17-2014, 09:43 PM
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Some more pics. The German fleet. Purchased the AMG key housing as well.
Whoa, details on the AMG key housing...?
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absolutely stuning...i'm really having difficult time making a desicion, GT, SL63, or SLS, haven't test drove SLS and GT is not out yet....
That is a tough decision. Personally I never considered the sl63. I've always wanted the sls and while the GT seems to be an amazing car, I couldn't wait for it and ultimately decided the sls was the route. Not to take anything away from the GT or sl63 but they are not limited cars and will be produced every year. Just something to consider. This is the best picture of the car I've taken so far.
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Whoa, details on the AMG key housing...?
Just search online for amg key and you should find plenty of links. It's pretty much the same plastic backing with a metal amg emblem. They're expensive, about $150, but I thought the car deserved a key to differentiate it from my gfs glk.
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Originally Posted by Tjandegi
That is a tough decision. Personally I never considered the sl63. I've always wanted the sls and while the GT seems to be an amazing car, I couldn't wait for it and ultimately decided the sls was the route. Not to take anything away from the GT or sl63 but they are not limited cars and will be produced every year. Just something to consider. This is the best picture of the car I've taken so far.
I personally like the the convertible better myself, its little easier to get in and out of it for me, i feel like i'm gonna hit my head on the door...
but i agree tht they r going to be collectable one day, and I must say again I'm just enjoying the hell out of them picture you post...
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Just search online for amg key and you should find plenty of links. It's pretty much the same plastic backing with a metal amg emblem. They're expensive, about $150, but I thought the car deserved a key to differentiate it from my gfs glk.

congrats!
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I personally like the the convertible better myself, its little easier to get in and out of it for me, i feel like i'm gonna hit my head on the door... but i agree tht they r going to be collectable one day, and I must say again I'm just enjoying the hell out of them picture you post...
I thought I was going to be hitting my head a lot too because I'm about 6'1" but luckily it hasn't happened yet. One thing that was scary and could have limited me buying or driving the car is that I only have about two inches of head room to the ceiling with the door closed even with the seat lowered all the way😳

Thanks for enjoying, I've tried to upload more to my profile but the mobile app isn't allowing me to. I just keep getting an error.
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wow you get the ccb brakes.. nice

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Originally Posted by Tjandegi
That is a tough decision. Personally I never considered the sl63. I've always wanted the sls and while the GT seems to be an amazing car, I couldn't wait for it and ultimately decided the sls was the route. Not to take anything away from the GT or sl63 but they are not limited cars and will be produced every year. Just something to consider. This is the best picture of the car I've taken so far.
Happy new year man! post some more pics of your new ride
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Happy new year man! post some more pics of your new ride
Happy new year, here are some more! I'm getting the OEM spoiler made in carbon fiber, once it's complete I'll post some of it. Bitten by the SLS bug! need some feedback and advice from owners please-image-1212371200.jpg Bitten by the SLS bug! need some feedback and advice from owners please-image-2417743977.jpg Bitten by the SLS bug! need some feedback and advice from owners please-image-463930028.jpg Bitten by the SLS bug! need some feedback and advice from owners please-image-2753799451.jpg Bitten by the SLS bug! need some feedback and advice from owners please-image-1979491756.jpg Bitten by the SLS bug! need some feedback and advice from owners please-image-3319839156.jpg Bitten by the SLS bug! need some feedback and advice from owners please-image-2733937133.jpg

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Happy new year, here are some more! I'm getting the OEM spoiler made in carbon fiber, once it's complete I'll post some of it. Attachment 301312 Attachment 301313 Attachment 301314 Attachment 301315 Attachment 301316 Attachment 301317 Attachment 301318

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any plans modifying it?
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any plans modifying it?
As of now I'm just changing the spoiler to carbon fiber, led interior lights, maybe remove the resonators, and new dry intake.
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As of now I'm just changing the spoiler to carbon fiber, led interior lights, maybe remove the resonators, and new dry intake.
Local dealer is working on a trade in for 2011 SLS with 2500 miles on it, I cant wait till its done and see if I'm gone hit my head on the door and test drive this beast, any comments what should I be looking at or any advice in price range...???
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Local dealer is working on a trade in for 2011 SLS with 2500 miles on it, I cant wait till its done and see if I'm gone hit my head on the door and test drive this beast, any comments what should I be looking at or any advice in price range...???
I would just make sure to have a ppi done. Check to see how long, if any, warranty is left. I would not buy one without a warranty. Haven't heard of any major/common problems. One member had a lot of problems but that's the only car I've heard with major issues. As with any car, check tires and brakes...could be a major cost right around the corner. I would look underneath the car to see if there is any damage from the low clearance. Usually a big way to negotiate prices....unfortunately mine was immaculate so I couldn't use that.

If you have a good relationship with the dealer ask if you can buy directly from the person trading it in...unless the dealership is trading cars to get this one for you. To be honest I wouldn't consider paying over 125k for what you've mentioned. Depending on options and what value those add to you, you may consider paying more. I haven't looked in a a few months but when I was looking, there were quite a few for sale well under 130.
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Originally Posted by Tjandegi
I would just make sure to have a ppi done. Check to see how long, if any, warranty is left. I would not buy one without a warranty. Haven't heard of any major/common problems. One member had a lot of problems but that's the only car I've heard with major issues. As with any car, check tires and brakes...could be a major cost right around the corner. I would look underneath the car to see if there is any damage from the low clearance. Usually a big way to negotiate prices....unfortunately mine was immaculate so I couldn't use that.

If you have a good relationship with the dealer ask if you can buy directly from the person trading it in...unless the dealership is trading cars to get this one for you. To be honest I wouldn't consider paying over 125k for what you've mentioned. Depending on options and what value those add to you, you may consider paying more. I haven't looked in a a few months but when I was looking, there were quite a few for sale well under 130.
Thnx for the advice, once I know wht option are available I'll post, and perhaps you can give me your input once again, I really do appriciate your help..
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Thnx for the advice, once I know wht option are available I'll post, and perhaps you can give me your input once again, I really do appriciate your help..
Yeah of course
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Originally Posted by Tjandegi
Happy new year, here are some more! I'm getting the OEM spoiler made in carbon fiber, once it's complete I'll post some of it. Attachment 301312 Attachment 301313 Attachment 301314 Attachment 301315 Attachment 301316 Attachment 301317 Attachment 301318

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Beautiful car!! What part of Florida are you in? If you're close we should go to a cars and coffee together and display the Gulls
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Beautiful car!! What part of Florida are you in? If you're close we should go to a cars and coffee together and display the Gulls
Thank you! And I'm actually in Dallas tx, I just purchased it in Florida. But if you're ever in Dallas or anyone local is reading, would definitely like to meet at a local cars and coffee.
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absolutely stuning...i'm really having difficult time making a desicion, GT, SL63, or SLS, haven't test drove SLS and GT is not out yet....
SLSSSSS
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As of now I'm just changing the spoiler to carbon fiber, led interior lights, maybe remove the resonators, and new dry intake.
Nice,
get Quicksilver,
best mod. sounds great!
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SLSSSSS
my heart on sls, but holding off till gt, 99.99% its gonna be sls....
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my heart on sls, but holding off till gt, 99.99% its gonna be sls....
GO FOR IT BROTHER.
you're not gonna regret!

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