Wagon come in
#476
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#478
This just popped up
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/20...l_notification
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/20...l_notification
#480
#482
Did you add additional blackout to your window trim?
#484
In terms of the major options (VIN decoder pdf attached):
- Has parking assist with the 360 camera. The former I never use but the latter I use all the time to help me align in parking spots.
- Has the pano sunroof, which is pretty common but not always the case.
- Does not have distronic plus (semi-autonomous highway driving). This is nice to have on a long leisurely trip but I wouldn't call it a deal-breaker.
- Does not have B&O audio. I only listen to podcasts so I don't consider this a deal-breaker either since the H&K system is supposed to be quite good already.
#486
Palladium is not my favorite color, but I don't like black/black. I'm looking for a dry-climate CPO car, and the Palm Springs car fits that, so few of these pop up I'm trying to follow 'beggars can't be choosers' perspective.
#487
The Marin car is red unless there's another car I'm unaware of.
Palladium is not my favorite color, but I don't like black/black. I'm looking for a dry-climate CPO car, and the Palm Springs car fits that, so few of these pop up I'm trying to follow 'beggars can't be choosers' perspective.
Palladium is not my favorite color, but I don't like black/black. I'm looking for a dry-climate CPO car, and the Palm Springs car fits that, so few of these pop up I'm trying to follow 'beggars can't be choosers' perspective.
#489
As others have mentioned, due to the fact that these cars do not sit long.. I would have the following in order when you are looking:
That way its a matter of jumping on the car as soon as they pop, assuming it is in good condition and checks the boxes above.
If you wait for the opinion of the forum each time - it will make your search that much more difficult.
It took me a year to find my desired color combo with a standard sunroof. And that was a sedan, not a wagon.
Best of luck with your search.
- Desired Color Criteria
- Must-Have Options
- Your price range for what you are willing to pay
That way its a matter of jumping on the car as soon as they pop, assuming it is in good condition and checks the boxes above.
If you wait for the opinion of the forum each time - it will make your search that much more difficult.
It took me a year to find my desired color combo with a standard sunroof. And that was a sedan, not a wagon.
Best of luck with your search.
#490
As others have mentioned, due to the fact that these cars do not sit long.. I would have the following in order when you are looking:
That way its a matter of jumping on the car as soon as they pop, assuming it is in good condition and checks the boxes above.
If you wait for the opinion of the forum each time - it will make your search that much more difficult.
It took me a year to find my desired color combo with a standard sunroof. And that was a sedan, not a wagon.
Best of luck with your search.
- Desired Color Criteria
- Must-Have Options
- Your price range for what you are willing to pay
That way its a matter of jumping on the car as soon as they pop, assuming it is in good condition and checks the boxes above.
If you wait for the opinion of the forum each time - it will make your search that much more difficult.
It took me a year to find my desired color combo with a standard sunroof. And that was a sedan, not a wagon.
Best of luck with your search.
#491
Speaking of colors, I would encourage folks to have an open mind. I was always on the fence for the Steel Grey color before I bought my last wagon, and it has really grown on me - I would tell folks to embrace it!
I think sometimes it can look dull in pictures, but if you keep it clean and well waxed, it can really pop, and I appreciate now that it has a different character in the sun vs shade. The only downside I've seen is that it doesn't look great with black wheels/black trim IMO (which is my normal path to take) - not enough contrast when it isn't sunny out. The bronze wheels I think go a long way towards playing off that, I am really happy with the color combo.
Get creative, if you find a perfect wagon and perfect price but not your favorite color, there are lots of ways to play with it's looks!
I think sometimes it can look dull in pictures, but if you keep it clean and well waxed, it can really pop, and I appreciate now that it has a different character in the sun vs shade. The only downside I've seen is that it doesn't look great with black wheels/black trim IMO (which is my normal path to take) - not enough contrast when it isn't sunny out. The bronze wheels I think go a long way towards playing off that, I am really happy with the color combo.
Get creative, if you find a perfect wagon and perfect price but not your favorite color, there are lots of ways to play with it's looks!
Last edited by uberwag; 01-09-2020 at 10:35 AM. Reason: typo
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#493
interesting "renntech'd" '13 wagon on ebay: https://www.ebay.com/itm/2014-Merced...8AAOSwljFeFi-I
I'm not one to buy another person's project car but... that's a lot of HP.
I'm not one to buy another person's project car but... that's a lot of HP.
#494
The Palm Springs car didn't sell. I just made an offer of $56.5k. I have some room above that, but don't plan on paying asking if they won't deal. Sales guy said he could do $1k off but wasn't sure if management would do more, he'll let me know in the morning. Didn't seem to have a sense of urgency. We'll see I guess.
https://www.mercedesofpalmsprings.co...h7gb2eb065610/
https://www.mercedesofpalmsprings.co...h7gb2eb065610/
#496
The Palm Springs car didn't sell. I just made an offer of $56.5k. I have some room above that, but don't plan on paying asking if they won't deal. Sales guy said he could do $1k off but wasn't sure if management would do more, he'll let me know in the morning. Didn't seem to have a sense of urgency. We'll see I guess.
https://www.mercedesofpalmsprings.co...h7gb2eb065610/
https://www.mercedesofpalmsprings.co...h7gb2eb065610/
#497
Decided. Bought it. Dealer ran my credit card to secure it.
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DrZane (02-11-2020)