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#1816 of 2062 S63/65 AMG by blkhemi May 07, 2006 (8:07 pm)
I will be looking soon to replace my Audi A8L W-12. I'm interested in the S63/65 AMG's, which are the more appealing models to me. I owned an '05 (W220) S65 AMG that was a blast to drive, and I'm hoping to collect some of that experience again.   I had a brief interaction with an S600 on yesterday at the local MB dealer. The car was really amazing and better than I thought. I drove an S550 for a whole day about 2 months ago and really liked the dynamics of the car. While not quite as planted as my previous 760iL or even the S65, it adapted to the road really well. The only hold out for me would probably be that the interior isn't quite up to Audi's standard. No huge biggie, but I wish they would've spent more time on interior refinement, which was once a MB strong point.   Which brings me to my point. Have any of you fellas drove or bought either of the AMG variants yet, or even an S550? I'm really leaning towards the S63 as 503-hp is quite enough for this car.   I've narrowed my choices to the S63, the upcoming LS460L(depending on suspension refinements), Maserati Q-P. So any help would be appreciated. Replies to this message: merc1 (Jun 30, 2006 2:40 am)
#1817 of 2062 Re: S500 CD Changer's message 'No magazine' error [garyh1] by lauren12 May 08, 2006 (7:53 am)
Replying to: garyh1 (May 05, 2006 7:36 pm) Thanks garyh1 for your thoughts on this topic. I will try both BB or CC and the local sound stereo shops to see which one can fix it for the best price. I will let you know when its fixed, hopefully soon so I don't have to change the radio stations every 3 minutes while I'm driving!   I know someone else with a 1999 E320, which has the same 'no magazine' error as my MB. They didn't get it fix either as they think its too costly from dealership quotes.
#1818 of 2062 2007 S Class Strategy by blckislandguy May 23, 2006 (6:52 pm)
If MSRP is 87K for a barebones S Class (Option Package II is apparently not available and Option Package III seems aimed at the AARP crowd--I mean if I have trouble looking in the mirror or need a massage I'll go to a gymn) what would be a good transaction price in late summer? The AWD option is apparently going to cost 4K this summer when it becomes available. My local dealer tells me he is already taking names and assigning numbers (why do these German car dealers sometimes come across like my old first sergeant?). What would be a reasonable deposit, if any, to get in his AWD queue? I'm in no rush as long as I can get into one before the snow flies this year. Do you think I could get the AWD for free by then as the early adopters will have already bought their cars? Would I be shooting myself in the foot with a very complicated machine if I picked up the S Class of my choice at a distant dealer and just drove the thing home over Thanksgiving? Replies to this message: merc1 (Jun 30, 2006 2:44 am)
#1819 of 2062 Hi Merc by anthonyp Jun 11, 2006 (6:39 pm)
This is a bit slow Tony
#1820 of 2062 Break Lining wear by s430amg Jun 29, 2006 (8:53 pm)
I have a 2002 S430 AMG and I just received a message that the brake lining is wearing visit shop -   A couple of questions -   Is it recomended that I take it to the Mercedes Benz shop to get replacement pads or can I go to a shop that specializes in foreign cars?   Does the AMG make a difference when replacing brakes?   Will the signal go off if I take it somewhere other than Mercedes?   The Mercedes shop quoted $250 while other shops are in the $150 range - is that right?   If I take it to somewhere other than Mercedes what should I ask the shop -   please respond jkp4030yahoo.com   Also I was planning on going out of town MD- NY and Mercedes can't get me in before, would it be okay to drive and get fixed upon return? Light came on two days ago.   Thanks!!!!!!   Jacqueline
#1821 of 2062 Re: mercedes [anthonyp] by merc1 Jun 30, 2006 (2:39 am)
Replying to: anthonyp (Apr 22, 2006 1:41 pm) Sorry for the neglect of this thread, I didn't have it on my tracking list.   Well it was Chrysler and Daimler-Benz that merged back in 1998. I at the time needed medical attention upon reading about it, but have since recovered.   M
#1822 of 2062 Re: S63/65 AMG [blkhemi] by merc1 Jun 30, 2006 (2:40 am)
Replying to: blkhemi (May 07, 2006 8:07 pm) Good to see you've posted here also.   I assume the more recent decision to get the Audi S8 means all of this has been decided already???   M
#1823 of 2062 Re: 2007 S Class Strategy [blckislandguy] by merc1 Jun 30, 2006 (2:44 am)
Replying to: blckislandguy (May 23, 2006 6:52 pm) Well there is no data on the new S-Class so far as reliability is concerned, but if you look around on some other MB mesg boards you'll find a shocking lack of complaints about the car. I have the feeling that the new S is the most reliable Benz in at least the last 10-12 years. I doubt you'll be able to get 4Matic for free considering how the S550 will still seemingly be the only car besides the A8 to offer AWD in this segment. I don't think you have anything to worry about with the new S.   M
#1824 of 2062 Infra-red reflecting windshield and laminated front passenger windows by cardwan Jul 02, 2006 (7:36 am)
Any idea the difference in the heat reduction using the above option? Worth the money to buy this option if this is not a standard in the MB car? I suppose that the laminated glass should be more safe and more sound-proof.   Any comment?
#1825 of 2062 4matic with 18" wheels in snow. by djt21 Aug 14, 2006 (6:15 pm)
I have an S500 4matic with stock 17" wheels. The car had great traction last winter with the stock 17's and Michelin MXV4 all seasons. For aesthetic reasons I want to go up to an 18" wheel. Will I get as good or similar snow traction with an 18" wheel and all season tire as I am now with the factory 17" setup. I'll typically be driving through 4-5 inches of snow per storm. (I'm not willing to do the winter/summer changeover every 6 months).

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