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#155 of 766 SL55AMG by yamahar6 May 23, 2002 (9:24 pm)
I realize, that this is not exactly the place, but... does anybody find it strange that Mercedes is releasing the 55 just a short time after the 500>?   Eg. the M3 was released to boost sales 3 yrs. after the original current 3 series; the Type R Integra, several years after original; Last gen. Civic Si; Corvette Z06   Usually a manufacturer will drum up a power boost on a new model at least a few years after intro. One can say that Benz is no mere "ordinary" automaker, but then BMW does follow that practice, with the M3 and M5.
#156 of 766 by merc1 May 23, 2002 (10:00 pm)
Not strange at all. They release models fairly quickly for the European market. We don't get the SL55 here until late fall/early winter. The SL600 is the one I'm waiting for. It has been conspicious by it's abscence. I do believe the current 5.8L V12, which is weak at 362hp IMO, is being upped to a true 6 liters and a hp rating of 400+.   M
#157 of 766 jstyle by dschmidt4 May 30, 2002 (4:48 am)
Thank you for the information regarding the COMAND system. Any info regarding the windows? I am seriously considering not buying the (ordered) 2003 because of the windows. They look terrible on a $100K plus car. Perhaps M-B will fix this along with upgrading the COMAND system in 2004. This is what I am trying to find out, and of course the dealer is not helpful.
#158 of 766 by merc1 May 30, 2002 (11:49 pm)
Well Comand "II" is due early next year all Mercedes cars. It's supposed to be simpler and more reliable than the current version.   Whats the problem with the SL's windows?   M
#159 of 766 dschmidt4 merc1 by jstyle May 31, 2002 (6:34 am)
Yes, a 'upgraded' version of the current COMAND system is due early in 2003 but the Nokia sourced system will debut with the next generation S-Class in 2005. This will be a completely new menu/joystick/voice controlled device based on a new OS. And I also would like to know dschmidt4 what is wrong with the SL windows?
#160 of 766 Mine arrived by shoes May 31, 2002 (12:49 pm)
My Tectite Grey/stone SL finally arrived following European delivery, 8 weeks to the day after I dropped it off near Frankfurt. I like it even better here.   Now I just need someone to give the phone number of a custom floor mat manufacturer, since the light stone mats are already dirty.
#161 of 766 Shoes by jstyle May 31, 2002 (2:39 pm)
Congrats on a great color combo. What is the trunk space like with the top down? I am curious to know. I've opened a launch edition at my dealer but only with the top up. Didn't have time to ask the salesman to drop it and then take a look.
#162 of 766 Trunk space by lovemyclk May 31, 2002 (4:18 pm)
With the top down, there is at least space for some soft luggage, but stash the clubs in the passenger seat I'm amused to read storage justification comments on the SC430 forum. Some even view the "back seat" as a leather-lined storage area. I'm really impressed with the new SL... shoes, does yours also have the Sport Pkg?
#163 of 766 The new SL500 by bodydouble May 31, 2002 (6:29 pm)
gets my vote as the number one automotive babe magnet. I'm debating whether to put the kids thru college in a few years' time, or to buy an SL and cruise for college babes NOW, )
#164 of 766 shoes - custom floor mats by w210 May 31, 2002 (7:14 pm)
I have the same lovely stone interior and faced the identical issue. Any carpet shop should be able to help you on custom floor mats.   I used a cardboard to trace and drawn up the shape and size of the floor mats, picked a heavy duty commercial grade taupe color carpet from local carpet supplier and had two sets made in less than a week, costed me $100/set. Make sure you drill the holes on the new carpet mats, remove the four plastic round fasteners and put them on the new mat for the complete look!

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