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Re: Prices Paid/Options [brian124]
by tracy_socal
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Jun 17, 2009 (8:19 am)
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Replying to: brian124 (Jun 17, 2009 6:46 am)
Most vehicles, as you have noted, automatically include the PI, and production of the MBZ SUVS has decreased significantly. Even the color combinations are pre-selected by the factory, with a preference for black with black interior. Even desired color combinations are hard to come by, unless the customer pre-orders the vehicle. Most likely, you would need to special order the vehicle without the package, and dealers are not willing to negociate price on pre-ordered cars. However, dealers do transfer cars between each other to make a sale. As it was, I was interested in the P2 package and not the P1, but am glad that the car does include both. As for P1, Keyless Go is a neat feature, as you can just open the door with the keys still in your pocket. You can also start the car with the push of a button. The automatic side folding mirrors help to negociate tight spaces and provide more room for adjacent cars. Parktronic is valuable in parking, since it is quite a long car. Parktronic will also let you know when a person just walks behind your car or in front of it. I've been at a stop, and been quite surprised to hear it go off when someone was walking close to the vehicle, behind or in front! On a simpler level, the automatic dimming mirrors effectively rid the glare from the driver's point of view, which you really don't think about until you drive a car that does not have this option. The rearview camera is an interesting idea, but I just don't place my trust in something that only provides one view. The power liftgate is quieter than the previous one that I had on my 06 ML; it does not have loud bells sound when you close it, but just quietly resumes its place. The only feature on the P1 that is a complete waste is the Sirius satellite radio. I was hoping for real time traffic, but the signal never comes through.
As for the 3rd row seats, they are easily accessible for kids; they can enter through the back of the vehicle, or, one can pull a lever on the second row seats and permit access that way. It does offer plenty of room for adults, but it would be more difficult to get in without the running boards. The running boards are a great feature and they help everyone climb into the vehicle easily. The GL drive is also incredibly smooth, given the air bellows located at all four axles and how the car automatically adjusts to the weight ratio distributed throughout the car.
As for the HK stereo, with nav it does improve accessibility, as it is connected with a Gracenote databate that looks up the CD and shows you the title and what song is playing. I might suggest that you go for the P1, as these are readily available and the features do make the driving experience more enjoyable.
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Prices Paid
by brian124
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Jul 10, 2009 (7:27 pm)
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Can anyone share recent price quotes for 09 320s or 450s?
Thanks!
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Re: Prices Paid [brian124]
by lzr
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Jul 17, 2009 (12:30 pm)
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Replying to: brian124 (Jul 10, 2009 7:27 pm)
I'm in the market for a GL320 also and have just been to the dealer in Naples, FL. They are offering $7000 cash back on a 320 purchased from their stock before July 31, 2009. This is a pretty good deal. However, they have only two in stock, and they are *fully loaded* black-on-black vehicles ... kind of hot for South Florida.
Take a look at herefor more information.
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Re: Prices Paid [lzr]
by brian124
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Jul 24, 2009 (1:32 pm)
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Replying to: lzr (Jul 17, 2009 12:30 pm)
Thanks Izr. I pulled the trigger. $7000 off MSRP is very good (for July). Those cars in naples were recently advertised for $8000 off MSRP on ebay. I used those prices during my negotiations. From my experience, if you can get a 320 for anywhere near $7000 off, you are doing well. I didn't want the naples cars because they had too many options.
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Wha'd'ya think?
by walkinhart
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Jul 24, 2009 (3:59 pm)
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MB C-300, with multi-media package (includes iPod connection), arctic white exterior, tan interior, 10,000 miles/yr, 39 mo lease - $2000 out the door and $390/mo (before tax); sunroof and bluetooth standard. So, any comments? - it's a beautiful ride.
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Re: Please give more info [accura_fan]
by rayleiwu
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Aug 04, 2009 (10:30 pm)
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Replying to: accura_fan (Apr 23, 2009 12:56 pm)
Hey - have you bought GL? i'm in Seattle as well, could you provide more info?
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Pricing for 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL320 BlueTEC
by rayleiwu
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Aug 05, 2009 (5:44 am)
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I'm in market for 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL320 BlueTEC, if you have bought it recently, please tell me what you have paid for it. The CarsDirect.com shows MSRP/Invoice/Target $69,135/$64,957/$59,135, for following configrations, I'm just wondering if anyone had got deal close to that.
Black/Black
Premium I Package
Full Leather Seating Package
Running Boards
Trailer Hitch (Class IV)
Pre-Wiring for Rear Seat Entertainment
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Re: Please give more info [rayleiwu]
by accura_fan
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Aug 05, 2009 (7:25 am)
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Replying to: rayleiwu (Aug 04, 2009 10:30 pm)
I haven't pulled the trigger yet. Waiting for 2010 model to hit the showrooms and then see how much dealers are willing to go down. From what I observed from this forum MSRP - 8 K is possible now.
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Re: Pricing for 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL320 BlueTEC [rayleiwu]
by collman
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Aug 05, 2009 (9:11 am)
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Replying to: rayleiwu (Aug 05, 2009 5:44 am)
I'm in market for GL450 at seattle area too. Have you got a quote recently?
It looks like GL has 10K marketing support from MB to the dealer for 2009 models.
In my opinion, it is possible to get invoice - 9k~10K if a dealer still has many inventories.
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Re: Pricing for 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL320 BlueTEC [collman]
by vchad
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Aug 05, 2009 (6:52 pm)
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Replying to: collman (Aug 05, 2009 9:11 am)
Hey guys, I myself am now in the market for a GL350 due to my jeep being totalled. There is a 10k rebate from MB, plus a 2k fleet incentive rebate, and you should get close to 8.5k off msrp. So if you can get them to around 18.5k or 20.5k(with fleet rebate, if u qualify) off, then you should be happy with that deal.
There are somewhat of a bloated inventory on 09 GL's, thats atleast what my dealer told me. i haven't settled on a price with them, but they know i'm looking for about 20k off sticker.
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