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Replying to: ms09 (Mar 09, 2007 4:42 pm) The confusion you are experiencing is common since individual stories vary widely. The analogy in medicine is trying to extrapolate the validity of a single "case report" vs a double-blind, controlled study with a large sample size. I would suggest you read past posts regarding reliability of Mercedes (bearing in mind that people that do post are usually at either end of the bell shaped curve, i.e. people with "average" experiences are not strongly motivated to post). With that caveat, my personal experience with Mercedes is mixed. I bought a 1986 420 SEL and it ran for 300K miles with little or no problems. I still have my 1991 500SL which is one of the best cars I have ever owned. In contrast I bought a 1993 190 2.6L and the fit & finish were poor. Mercedes quality fell off about 10 years ago, and most people will agree that they have been fighting hard to re-establish their reputation for reliability. With that in mind I still bought the GL 450 because it is quiet, handles well, looks good, and can hold both my dogs. I cross my fingers on reliability, but hedged my bets by buying the 6 year, 100K mile warranty. I intend to keep it for a long time if it holds up like my first two Mercedes. PS I have only owned ONE BMW, a 1998 740iL. However, with that limited experience, I was terribly disappointed in what was supposed to be their "flagship" car. I had numerous problems with it and it didn't help that the dealer thought I was just "lucky to be a BMW person". Actually, I dumped the car and bought a Dodge Magnum and have been happier with it than the BMW. PPS I apologize to any loyal BMW fans out there before you start writing in to disagree. That was just MY experience(n=1).
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Replying to: gls69 (Mar 09, 2007 7:21 pm) |
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Replying to: gls69 (Mar 09, 2007 7:21 pm) How many miles on your GL and what do you like and dislike about it at this point?
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Replying to: carnutinca (Mar 12, 2007 9:35 am) |
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Replying to: ms09 (Mar 12, 2007 9:45 am) Haven't driven the new S-class, but wouldn't even try to compare the two. Kind of like trying to compare steak to lobster.
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Replying to: gls69 (Mar 13, 2007 11:32 pm)
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Replying to: ms09 (Mar 14, 2007 7:44 am) |
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We just went and looked at 8 new GL450s at San Diego Mercedes. It seems you can buy one that is stripped for about $59K window sticker or you get one with way more stuff than you want for $73k. We actually want the GL320 CDI with leather, Premium one & sunroof no entertainment doodads or fancy low profile wheels and tires. Should have a MSRP of about $62k. Can those be done on a European delivery? I do like that SUV.
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Folks; I've never owned a MB. On lux side, I've owned a Landcruiser, Porsche, tricked out Z71 suburban, and some very nice VWs. I've researched like crazy; considered the following: Acura MDX (not crazy about new body style) Chrysler Aspen (too boxy,thirsty and expensive for what it is) Lexus GX (no fold flat and it's a smaller version of my LandCruiser) Acadia and Outlook (too pricey for what you get), and have decided to go with a GL 320CDI. It fits my needs best; family cruiser, awd, decent MPG with diesel for a suv, nice, lux, and I'm willing to pay for quality. I want to keep my next suv for a long time. So... I'm about to buy a GL 320CDI w/options (whatever I want) for invoice plus $1200.00. I tested a 450 and a 320CDI R-Class. I liked the torque of the diesel and I'm wanting a highway cruiser with ability to pull a boat and 3 kids. I will order it and it'll take about 3 months. I can have it brought here to dealer or I can pick it up at the Alabama factory. My questions are: 1) is this a reasonable deal? 2) should I take delivery at factory or at dealer? (Factory is about 350 miles away) 3) Should I get the DVD kids back-seat system? (one installed at factory) 4)What's reasonable deposit? 5)any other helpful info? Tom Johnson
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Replying to: gagrice (Mar 14, 2007 12:37 pm)
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