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The Merc is much more than a pretty face.
Mercedes have long been in the very front of technology. They also use superior parts.
We've had a bunch of different models in and out of the company fleet. The 3 litre (cant remember exact size) turbo diesel motor is silky smooth, powerful and reliable. Highly recommend that particular motor.
And there are only a handful of auto-boxes that are even in the same league as Merc's auto box.
Don't know about in Durban, but their service is excellent in JHB. There are always issues with the odd car in every brand. But up here, they will lend you another, no questions asked when they need to work on your vehicle.
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Mercedes have long been in the very front of technology. They also use superior parts.
We've had a bunch of different models in and out of the company fleet. The 3 litre (cant remember exact size) turbo diesel motor is silky smooth, powerful and reliable. Highly recommend that particular motor.
And there are only a handful of auto-boxes that are even in the same league as Merc's auto box.
Don't know about in Durban, but their service is excellent in JHB. There are always issues with the odd car in every brand. But up here, they will lend you another, no questions asked when they need to work on your vehicle.
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For me the crunch deal was getting into it and taking it for a test drive... it's something else!
sooo did you buy both oom ?
I have decided on the Mercedes but getting the configuration I want is proving to be more than a bit difficult... They said they had one for me and delivery would be the 15th Dec... and then the next day they didn't have one... so far the exercise has been pretty irritating.
Trying to give a car dealer a large bag of cash is not as easy as I expected.
Yeah, buying a new car these days isn't easy especially when you're looking at something with so many options. Don't you miss the days when you could just walk into a VW dealer and drive away with a Beetle in less than an hour?I have decided on the Mercedes but getting the configuration I want is proving to be more than a bit difficult... They said they had one for me and delivery would be the 15th Dec... and then the next day they didn't have one... so far the exercise has been pretty irritating.
Trying to give a car dealer a large bag of cash is not as easy as I expected.
OK I had my heart set on the GLE400 Petrol but have just test driven the GLE350 Diesel and think this may be a better buy for me... still drives like a racing car but has 9 forward gears and amazing fuel efficiency along with a better towing capability. What do the car fundies think?
As Jeremy Clarkson used to say, diesel is the devil's fuel. But what the hell does he know, diesels are awesome as long as they are properly maintained. Go diesel!
Generally diesels are more expensive so you have to do tonnes of milage to make back the extra capital investment in fuel saving. Turbo Diesels have lots more torque than the same capacity petrol engine and do make better towing vechiles. Turbo's do go every now and then but your maintenance plan should cover it should it happen.
Diesels require more frequent oil changes. The sulphur in the fuel turns oil into tar although this and the turbo issues are getting better with the better low sulphur diesel on offer. So no cheap farm diesel in these babies.
Never ever run out of fuel. A diesel system needs to be primed once dry and in most cases your fuel pump will be trashed because the fuel is the lubricant.
So if you extend the maintenance plan for as long as you can and sell with a year left you good to go.
Thanks @Gazzacpt! It's only five grand more capex and the maintenance contract is 6 years so I should be OK... I was really impressed with the test drive and the bonus is it appears that the diesel version is more popular and they have more stock to select from...
Well there you go. I think you might be able to extend an additional 2 years but 5 years is normally time to change unless you form an emotional bond with it.
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My first option is Silver but the kids want me to get a Polar White one... will depend on the options I can get so it will be silver or white.
From a safety point of view the White is the most visible colour, silver not so much.
Awesome @Rob Fisher !!!
I am so excited for you
Since coconuts are white inside, maybe Tropical Ice White is your colour !
I am so excited for you
Since coconuts are white inside, maybe Tropical Ice White is your colour !
The biggest problem with diesel is maintenance costs. If you plan to keep the car after the service plan has expired go petrol if not then diesel is a good option.
I think the Prado would suit you Rob, And That Prado is a work horse for the boat situation. The merc on the other hand I think is targeted toward more suburban house wives of many moneys with 2 kids
I would hands down take the diesel over petrol. Less trips to the pump, more torque. Frugal fuel use.
And I'm 90% sure out of service plan a V8 petrol will cost you more to keep on the road, factoring in petrol etc.
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And I'm 90% sure out of service plan a V8 petrol will cost you more to keep on the road, factoring in petrol etc.
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I love a silver Merc. Merc's silver is gorgeous.
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