2015 E63 details?
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2015 E63 details?
Hey all. So for fun yesterday i rented a 2014 E63 from Hertz, and absolutely loved it. I have not had that big a grin on my face in a long time. Ive decided i want to get one at some point in the next 6-8 months, so have been shopping around a bit to get some pricing (found a great CPO 2014 E63S with literally perfect options for 10k+ off). But at the same time im wondering if anyones seen any news about changes that may be coming in the 2015s. Given that both the C and S now feature the touch pad instead of the comand knob, is it safe to assume it will be integrated into the E? Any other rumored changes or updates?
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I wouldnt say its safe to assume because there are only two years left in the W212s life. However, I would say that if the C class is getting the touch pad and HUD then the E-class should at least get the same.
Big brother should at least have the same or better toys.
Big brother should at least have the same or better toys.
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How many miles were on the rental? What does it cost to rent the e63 per day?
Not to be off topic, but I Would hate to get a pre owned e63 that was a rental!
Not to be off topic, but I Would hate to get a pre owned e63 that was a rental!
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The one i rented had 150 miles on it, i was told only one person had rented it before me. $250 a day plus taxes. came to about 330 + a $5k deposit. Not very well equipped, had the surround cam/lane tracking but that was it, no Distronic, no pano, no keyless go. The one i found for sale isnt a pre owned rental. Totally loaded E63S, couple special order options on it as well. All the options i want, none of the ones i dont. Really bummed i cant swing it right now haha
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I've been talking to some guys at the AMG Private Lounge and they're hinting not too many changes for the 2015 E. Looks like we might finally get optional power folding mirrors in the US **maybe**. Haven't heard anything about HUD or touch pad and honestly don't know if I'd expect it with only two years in the life cycle.
Drive dynamic passenger seat and 3 zone climate control are a definite nono for the US MY15.
Drive dynamic passenger seat and 3 zone climate control are a definite nono for the US MY15.
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Hmm, i mean they launched the brand new W222 in 14, and the 15s are changing to the touch pads. I was kinda amazed they made such a big change after just 1 year, rather then either doing it right at the beginning or waiting longer. Its by no means a deal breaker but that and the HUD being offered in the other sedans seems logical they bring it to the E
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I don't mind the fact that they are not standard features but the fact that we cant at least special order them irritates me.
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per info I received no new changes for MY15, maybe color options..
but yea, no pillar vents, no 3 zone, no adaptive passenger seat, no headlight washers- even though we get a discounted price, for the amount of money it costs these just need to be available as standard or atleast an option...
but yea, no pillar vents, no 3 zone, no adaptive passenger seat, no headlight washers- even though we get a discounted price, for the amount of money it costs these just need to be available as standard or atleast an option...
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True. But I am always thankful for our prices regardless of option charges when comparing to a friend of mine in Australia. They paid just over 500k for their SLS, and 800k for the Aventador....
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Its not a big deal when you consider the fact that you are already spending over $100k.
Whats another $600 for folding mirrors, $1k for passenger multicontour seats, $2-3k for 3 or 4 zone climate controls.
While you would rather pay $100k for the car without those feature, I absolutely would not mind paying $105k for the same car with those features.
Thus we should at least have the "option", those that want it will pay for it, those that don't won't.
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I disagree.
Its not a big deal when you consider the fact that you are already spending over $100k.
Whats another $600 for folding mirrors, $1k for passenger multicontour seats, $2-3k for 3 or 4 zone climate controls.
While you would rather pay $100k for the car without those feature, I absolutely would not mind paying $105k for the same car with those features.
Thus we should at least have the "option", those that want it will pay for it, those that don't won't.
Its not a big deal when you consider the fact that you are already spending over $100k.
Whats another $600 for folding mirrors, $1k for passenger multicontour seats, $2-3k for 3 or 4 zone climate controls.
While you would rather pay $100k for the car without those feature, I absolutely would not mind paying $105k for the same car with those features.
Thus we should at least have the "option", those that want it will pay for it, those that don't won't.
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We don't get the multi contour passenger seat in Canada either. Really annoying after paying $134K for my wagon.
I don't know why US members are so hard up for folding mirrors. I almost never use them. 3 Zone climate is nice, but no the end of the world. Wife would appreciated the multi contour as I always drive when we are together.
I don't know why US members are so hard up for folding mirrors. I almost never use them. 3 Zone climate is nice, but no the end of the world. Wife would appreciated the multi contour as I always drive when we are together.
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I use the power folding mirrors on the R and S all the time. Only ~$600ish. Also, the switch panel looks dumb having a blank spot on, as you said, a $130k car.
I don't park in tight spaces but it's nice making the mirrors "narrow" to make the chances of someone walking by and scratching your carbon fiber mirrors less likely. =P
I don't park in tight spaces but it's nice making the mirrors "narrow" to make the chances of someone walking by and scratching your carbon fiber mirrors less likely. =P
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I use the power folding mirrors on the R and S all the time. Only ~$600ish. Also, the switch panel looks dumb having a blank spot on, as you said, a $130k car.
I don't park in tight spaces but it's nice making the mirrors "narrow" to make the chances of someone walking by and scratching your carbon fiber mirrors less likely. =P
I don't park in tight spaces but it's nice making the mirrors "narrow" to make the chances of someone walking by and scratching your carbon fiber mirrors less likely. =P
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As far as factory retrofits go, power folding mirrors are on the easier end of the scale. I talked to MBenzNL about doing it and it's 750 Euro in parts (about 1,000 USD) and he said simple to do. Seems fairly straight forward, install the motors at the mirror housings and replace the switch panel. Maybe some minor programming involved. This will definitely be on my to do list if the 15s don't have it. He did, however, say the 3 zone and passenger multi-contour seat are much more involved. Still digging into doing those, though, since I want the car to be complete.
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As far as factory retrofits go, power folding mirrors are on the easier end of the scale. I talked to MBenzNL about doing it and it's 750 Euro in parts (about 1,000 USD) and he said simple to do. Seems fairly straight forward, install the motors at the mirror housings and replace the switch panel. Maybe some minor programming involved. This will definitely be on my to do list if the 15s don't have it. He did, however, say the 3 zone and passenger multi-contour seat are much more involved. Still digging into doing those, though, since I want the car to be complete.
In fact, I would have them furnish the modification as a turn key.
On the PL, it was definitively stated by MBUSA that it would be nearly impossible to change the mirrors to fold. Mirrors are different. Control unit differences. And possibly wiring harness, too. Though I find the last one hard to believe.
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Before you buy the parts, be certain that this vendor is 100% able to retrofit the wing mirrors.
In fact, I would have them furnish the modification as a turn key.
On the PL, it was definitively stated by MBUSA that it would be nearly impossible to change the mirrors to fold. Mirrors are different. Control unit differences. And possibly wiring harness, too. Though I find the last one hard to believe.
In fact, I would have them furnish the modification as a turn key.
On the PL, it was definitively stated by MBUSA that it would be nearly impossible to change the mirrors to fold. Mirrors are different. Control unit differences. And possibly wiring harness, too. Though I find the last one hard to believe.
Dealers/reps always say things aren't possible when they are. I never take no for an answer.
