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#430 of 436 Re: Gl450 2010 lease help-thanks in advance! [dolphin5] by yogagirl1 Oct 29, 2009 (9:43 am)
Replying to: dolphin5 (Oct 28, 2009 1:57 pm) Thanks for the reply! Does anyone know exactly when the buy rate is released for nov. Looks like my car will be in early next week and I can lock now but wondering if it will drop in Nov. Thanks!
#431 of 436 Fleet Discount by orchid18 Oct 31, 2009 (5:17 pm)
Hi vchad,   I'm new to this forum and I noticed that you were kind enough to share information with some people regarding receiving a fleet discount on their GLs. I'm sorry to hear that you had to close this Fleet account because your generosity was abused by some. I'm looking to lease a MBZ by Monday Nov 2nd (which is the last day for Oct deals). And unfortunately my company is not a part of the Fleet program. If you have since opened a new Fleet account and are able to share this information, then I would greatly appreciate it if you could please email me at orchid18cayahoo.com.   Thank you in advance.
#433 of 436 New 2010's GL 350 or GL 450 by rolis Nov 23, 2009 (4:24 pm)
Hi, I'm new to this forum, I live in Illinois and If anyone is interested in either GL350 or GL450 I spoke with and negotiated (I think)very good deals on new 2010's in NH, but didn't buy from them at this time. IF anyone is interested they have Black/Black GL350 w/1600 miles demo w/P2 package 7-8% off MSRP, and GL450 up to 10% off. Again if interested in contact just email me at( rolisekyahoo.com) and I'll send contact info.    Rob
#434 of 436 2008 GL550 - by nomz Dec 05, 2009 (2:31 am)
A lot of folks are posting here about buying a GL. I had a 2008 GL550 and just sold it. I couldn't be happier. Horribly designed car. Very poor quality tires and will hydroplane at the slightest drizzle on the road. I couldn't go faster than 70 on a highway when it would rain. Trust me. It's a horrifying experience when you are driving with traffic and can feel the road slipping underneath you with 2 children in the back. Access to 3rd row is horrible. I have two kids. With the two car seat in the second row, the seat will not fold down for access to the third row rendering it useless. With a infant seat and a toddler seat installed in the second row, there was no room in between them for anyone to sit comfortably. GPS is horrible. Searching for a restaurant by name is like pulling teeth with pliers. No touch screen and rather the button and arrows to use. IPOD integration is even worse. You cannot select which song to play. The IPOD control is in the steering wheel only and all you can do is play next. The system will pick out the song on its own randomly. The DVD player in the back used to make me scream. Its located under the rear passenger seat. If you have to change a DVD, you will have to pull over, go around the car, get under the seat and change. The controls are via a remote and accessible by rear seat passengers only so the front seat people cannot change the song or movie. No wireless headphones. No bluetooth kit. For a $80k car, MB still wants you to pay $400 for a bluetooth adapter. I regretted buying that car and couldn't be happier kicking if off my driveway. Waiting for toyota to improve the incentive on sequoia so I can go get that. Save your money folks. Do not buy a MB just because it is a MB. If you need one for show....sure but if you really want one to use then go with the Sequoia. Replies to this message: tracy_socal (Dec 05, 2009 11:13 am) nomz (Dec 05, 2009 4:41 pm)
#435 of 436 Re: 2008 GL550 - [nomz] by tracy_socal Dec 05, 2009 (11:13 am)
Replying to: nomz (Dec 05, 2009 2:31 am) Hello Nomz,      Sorry to hear that your experience has been a negative one. The 09's and 10's have since improved. The GPS system has been updated, as well as the Bluetooth - there is no need for a "cradle," as any bluetooth phone that you program into the system will link automatically to the car while it is in your briefcase or purse. So there is no longer any need to purchase a special "MBZ phone" or any accessories, such as the adapter you mentioned. I love it that I can just step in and am connected within less than 10 seconds. I agree that it took a long, long time for MBZ to include this feature.       Yes, car seats in the second row render the 3rd row seats inaccessible, but I would not want to move the car seats around, as this compromises the safety of the car seat. The best car seats around, ie, Britax, are enormous and it makes sense that an adult would not be able to fit in between two car seats, unless one purchases a grotesquely oversized car that won't fit within a car space. The 09 GL does, and the side mirrors even fold in to allow more room for those parking next to you. I think this is a nice courtesy to others parked next to you.       I don't have the DVD, because I don't like the placement in the back of the seats' headrests, not safe for kids.       As for the drive, I have the GL 320 with run flats, and the ride is superior. It drives with the smoothness and efficiency of a car, due to the air bellows located at all four axles. I have driven in the rain, and the car literally hugs the road. That being said, please keep in mind that it is a "truck" and has a higher center of gravity, thus we are responsible for driving slower, keeping a greater distance between other cars to allow for stoppage at a safe distance, and going 70 in the rain is a risk for any car. The road can be slick in these kinds of conditions that make the road slippery, however well designed the car and/or the road.       I love the gas mileage that I get on this car; 23 town and 27-28 highway. True, I'm not the first in the intersection, and not the last either, and on the highway I consistently drive with flow of traffic 70 mph.       And finally, safety. The car cage is made of steel and has been fitted with crumple zones to protect passengers. Air bags and curtains located in the windows offer further protection within the cabin. You are right to say that MBZ updates its technology last, and Toyota has been at the forefront of computer tech in a car. These "toys" are working well in the 09 GL, and I am very pleased with the IPod. However, I am less interested in these toys, and more concerned with safety and performance. This car ranks at the top in these categories. The Sequoia is big, but it is a lot cheaper, and cheaply made and does not even come close to performance, safety, and even quality in comparison to an MBZ. If you're interested in buying a Toyota, the Toyota Land Cruiser would be the alternative choice, as it also is a safe, high performance car. Good luck and I hope that you find the car you will enjoy! Replies to this message: nomz (Dec 05, 2009 4:41 pm)
#436 of 436 Re: 2008 GL550 - [tracy_socal] by nomz Dec 05, 2009 (4:41 pm)
Replying to: tracy_socal (Dec 05, 2009 11:13 am) Thanks. It might just be me or I jumped the gun on buying it too early. I just checked and new GLs are improved from inside a little bit as compared to the 08 I bought. I had the GL550 with the extra wide continental tires and I did more research after noticing the hydroplaning and it is a common problem with the GL550s in the rain. Some blame it on the wide tires and some on just the sheer width of the tires. I should have gone with the diesel or 450. Mileage on the 550 was ok. On a highway drive, if I do 55-70MPH, I would usually end up between 18 - 21 MPG. In the city between traffic lights was about 12-14 MPG as expected. Good luck.

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