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Replying to: merc1 (Jul 20, 2006 8:45 pm) Have a look at today's Autoextremist - is this true? If so, who came up with the idea? Homogenization and decline of Mercedes image: upcoming DCX "Phoenix" V-6 corporate engine program will see identical engines in Chrysler and Mercedes... The once-hallowed Mercedes-Benz brand "blended" into the vast vagueness that defines Chrysler An E class, an SLK, a Sebring and a Dodge pickup all using the same drivetrain?! Details at http://www.autoextremist.com/page2.shtml
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Replying to: scott1256 (Jul 26, 2006 6:30 am) There is no way a Chrysler and a Benz are going to have "identical" engines. They may start out with the same block or design at some point down the road, but you can bet the MB version will be high-end throughly different from the Chrysler version. M
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Replying to: merc1 (Jul 26, 2006 7:15 am) They are using the same trannies in some instances, right? And just look at Nissan's use of the 3.5 across the board. It doesn't seem to bother them.
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Replying to: qbrozen (Jul 26, 2006 9:11 am) Yes certain Chrysler use a version of MB's older 5-speed automatic, but most MB's have the new 7-Speed trans now. Nissan and Infiniti is a whole different ball game from Chrysler and Mercees-Benz. M
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Replying to: merc1 (Jul 26, 2006 8:15 pm) In Euro markets the A class, taxi-spec C and very basic E class cars co-exist happily with the S, SL, CE and other premium models. They may not perceive the image dilution that component sharing with Dodge/Chrysler would bring here in the USA.
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Replying to: merc1 (Jul 17, 2006 8:37 pm) I remember picture #2 coupes on the road and picture #3 coupes in the showroom. |
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Replying to: scott1256 (Jul 27, 2006 6:14 am) I wouldn't say that, because we only get the high-end models here and in the best trim. I just hope someone understands that a MB and a Chrysler can't ever be interchangable! M |
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This thing is really hot:      First Opinion: "The SLK 55 Black Edition proves that track-focused specials don’t need to compromise on style to really impress. Generous equipment confirms that the maker has thought hard about the demands of potential customers. But it’s the AMG’s performance that remains the biggest surprise. It’s certainly the best driver’s car Mercedes has built in this class, and one of the most thrilling, too." Article M
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Replying to: scott1256 (Jul 27, 2006 6:50 am) M |
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Replying to: merc1 (Jul 28, 2006 1:47 am) John
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