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They also now have a new service manager who is outstanding and I would recommend that you talk to him if there are any problems. Caliber Mtrs. may be good also but it is too far for me to drive since I live in Laguna Niguel. Plus I like the free weekly wash jobs and annual detailing.
Wally
(As a cab, the meter was actually projecting the fare in the rear view mirror, so that the dash itself was uncluttered and almost standard. I thought it was a nice touch.)
It actually makes me trust the car's quality even more as it is used in "severe duty" applications.
- Diesel engine
- High-end synthetic seating surfaces that feel like leather, but are easier to clean. I wouldn't know the difference.
- No climate control, heated seats, etc.
- Cab instrumentation
They are otherwise the same vehicle. The main difference is usually the engine configuration.
But I do need to mention that there is a cultural difference. Those German cabs a spotless. You can sometimes see the cabbies mist the cars and clean them while they're waiting for customers.
What really ticked me off was the following: My colleague got a new C-Class as the mid size rental, I didn't. They come with very nice cloth seats and far less features than you'd expect in the US, but they are still very nice cars. It had a very nice 6-speed manual as well.
From dealer in Long Beach, Torrance or Riverside. NOT for Downtown LA or Newport Beach.
I bought E 320 w E 2, K2a, metalic paint, heated seats (came with) for $46,370. List is $54,340.
See Richard at Long Beach or Arron at South Bay in Torrance.
Rick
Nick
As for the integrity of cars, my neighbor has the original 1990 Lexus LS400 and it seems as good as new. But I've only owned two cars in my life, so I'll take your word for it.
By the way, you are one lucky person to have both a Lexus and an MB!
Drew
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I also bought a new E430 last year from them and the car is incredible in the way it performs.
Wally
Jean
It seems everyone in the NY area has been touched by this tragedy.
Best Regards,
Joe
seem to have a bit of "moisture vapor" inside of them. The rain here has been horrific as a tropical storm passes through my area. My car has been in as much as 4 inches of water. This thin film inside the lights usually dries clear within an hour of being out of the rain.
Can moisture seep inside these lights? If so, does the heavy rain on the ground create an environment for the moisture to get in from the bottom of the car?
Before yesterday I never noticed this problem. Regular rain storms and car washes with the hose do not seem to cause this problem. Should I bother going to the dealership and getting the driver's side lights replaced? The driver's side Xenon and driving lights do not have the problem.
Jean
Wally
I have never seen so much rain here and the humidity is high. My car has been through as much as 4-5 inches of water and the splashing-up was intense.
Should I wait to see if this problem re-occurs?
Does having Xenon lights alter my approach?
The problem was only on the passenger side which was exposed to extra heavy splashing and intense pressure as the water pooled on the side of the roads.
Jean
I'm on my second front wiper blade in the last year on my 2000 E and it scrapes like crazy. Has anyone ever tried the Bosch Micro Edge Excel? I've heard this is better than the oem blade.
Wally
I polished all of these caps (only) on a power buffing wheel charged with a red compound stick and they came out bright and shiny - looking like bright nickel or chrome. I was and still am pleased with the result. IMHO, this is better than plastic caps since those can be very hard to remove so the lug wrench can be installed on the bolts to remove them. The clearance for caps is very small. I was somewhat worried about buffing off some corrosion protection, but so far they look great and probably could be lacquered (just the top cap) if that were a concern. I can't identify any other reason why the caps would be there other than they were intended to be polished and MB stopped doing this as a cost-cutting step? (of course, this leads to the question of why the caps would be left on unpolished. Maybe without the cap the bolt is really ugly!)
mbman1: I'm guessing here, but if your bolts are actually rusting, and especially if you bought your chrome wheels in the aftermarket, it is possible that you do not have standard issue MB bolts, galvanized and with the cap. If it IS rust, then plastic caps are going to hold moisture in there and accelerate the rusting.
Wally
Thanks.
If you don't like the Zaino products, let Sal know. I assume that he will make things right for you.
I am not saying Zaino is not an excellent product, all I'm saying is it didn't work for me.
Silver E430 - get comments that it looks brand new 1.5 years old.
Black Sienna van - had to clay the van, several coats of #5 (take the swirls out) then several of #2. Looks great!
BTW, spraying #7 after a regular wash is just excellent.
1) I don't get any indication that I have messages or a way to retrieve them through the system.
2) I think that they could go a lot farther with the integration. Since all of the cars come with, essentially, a full analog phone system installed I see no reason why you can't use your integrated phone to:
a) check on status of windows, lights, sun roof, door locks, etc.
- did I leave my windows open, car unlocked?
b) alter status of those items.
- I did, no big deal, let me fix that now.
c) carry on 2-way conversation with occupants of the car.
- did I go to work and leave my kid in the back seat? I saw that a couple of times this summer.
d) car automatically calls integrated phone when alarm goes off.
- pick up and listen in to car thieves, etc.
That's just the start...
Enjoy,
BigRob.
Have not heard that fuel pumps are a problem.
If the said driver is reading this, dude, at least remove 'E320', add AMG rims, tires, and some aero dynamic stuff to the car if you want to pretend something you don't have. It will be a true embarassing moment when a tricked out Honda smoke you at the lights.
Speed sensitive radio volume control has to be turned off by the dealer. However, they should do it free of charge, if not, explain to them it's a safety issue as you find it too distracting.
I also submit that the use of Zaino now, after a blue Dawn wash to remove the wax or polish you applied recently, will provide superior results including the "wet look" finish that will actually deepen with each successive coat of Zaino. The added benefit will be superior, longer lasting protection for your paint.
As you might guess, I'm a convert who believes that Zaino car care products are the best available anywhere. But Zaino can do only so much. If you're satisfied with the product(s) you're using, so be it. But yours is the FIRST negative comment about Zaino I've seen anywhere in Edmunds.
Thanks for your suggestion. I took my car to our Benz dealer this morning and they did turn off the speed sensitive radio volume control function for free. Thanks.
Glad you have it sorted out. Your dealer can program other interesting settings for you, such as controlling whether you like your headlights to stay on (for a few seconds) or off after removing the key, etc. I personally think it's a hassle having to tell bystanders that no, I have not left my headlights on.
Is there a timer or electronic module I likely fried? (Dealer was of no help; said I have to bring the car in).