9/26/2015
The Mercedes-Benz C450 AMG Sport at Atlanta Classic Cars!
9/24/2015
Remote Start via mbrace for Your Mercedes-Benz
Starting in Model Year 2016, many Mercedes-Benz models are equipped with remote start through the mbrace system! GLE-Class, GLC-Class,most S-Class and the C-Class sedan are ready to go! Other models will be added down the line. This cannot be retrofit!
When youlogin to the mbrace app on your phone you will see this screen: (click on image to see larger)
There are a number of functions you can do with mbrace:
If you elect to use the remote start function the following conditions must be met:
And here are the things it can do:
Once you have hit remote start the signal runs through two secure servers and your vehicle starts:
Now, where did you leave your Mercedes-Benz?
9/22/2015
Video from our 40th Aniversary Party!
9/19/2015
Mercedes-Benz Garmin Map Pilot Navigation Video
Here is a quick demo of the Garmin Map Pilot for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, CLA-Class and CLS-Class. This is a very well integrated system and I highly recommend it.
The weekend Atlanta Classic Cars is celebrating 40 years in business! Pretty amazing! As a part of our celebration we have brought in a selection of classic Mercedes-Benz vehicles as well as a couple of superstar SLS gullwings. Hover over the image to see the year and model.
The showroom is open on Saturday if you would like to take a look. This is a limited time engagement as all of the beauties go back to their owners next week!
9/10/2015
The Best Way to Buy a Car – Shop for your Salesperson!
Do you see all of those happy Mercedes-Benz Owners? I know they love their cars and they also enjoyed the experience at the dealership. Why? Because they worked with me! I am a sales professional with a passion for my product.
I thought I would try something a little new and give advice on how to buy a car. Here is one way to make the process easy and enjoyable. Shop for your salesperson!
When you are looking for a place for dinner you look at reviews online. When you are looking for a salon you ask friends for referrals. A car is an expensive thing to buy…why leave it to chance by walking in the door of a dealership without knowing what you’ll get?
Do you know what dealership you’re going to visit?
If you know what dealership you want to visit, check out their website. There should be an “about us” or “meet our staff” section. Look for a friendly face, someone with common interests, someone who has been there a while or whatever makes you feel comfortable. Here is my profile fromAtlantaClassicCars.com. I look friendly, right?
Or, check our DealerRater.com. You can look at all of the dealerships around town and see reviews for the whole place as well as specific salespeople. Look for features that matter to you. Do you want efficient? A familyatmosphere? Quick responses? Attention after the sale? Here is one of my recent reviews:
“Jesse and ACC…what a world class team!”
My wife and I had narrowed down her choices to a BMW 320i and the CLA 250. We test drove both and told Jesse about our comparison. Rather than trying to inject her opinion, or downplay the competition, she highlighted the features of the Mercedes. She was a consummate professional, listened to our observations and in the end, was a key deciding factor in buying the CLA 250. She also showed us the service department which was world class in itself. I will definitely recommend Jesse and Atlanta Classic Cars They make a great team!
Ask a Friend!
You know someone that drives the brand you are interested in purchasing. Theyshould be able to recommend their salesperson or someone at the dealership who can steer you towards a good salesperson.
Post it on Facebook! If youmention that you are car shopping you are bound to get opinions. My customers can share my page on Facebook for easy referrals! I send presents when you send customers!
Ask Your Service Advisor!
Many of my new owners come through the service department. They have had a Mercedes for years, feel comfortable with their advisor and ask for a recommendation when the time comes for their next car. Service Advisors and Salespeople often work closely together everyday and your advisor can match you with someone you would like.
Now Call or E-mail the Salesperson!
You’ve found a friendly face and are ready to go shopping. Call ahead! If the salesperson knows you are coming they can clear their schedule, pull up a car you would like to see and be ready. If I know you read my reviews online and specifically want to work with me I am going to work even harder to make sure you have an excellent experience!
There you go! Now you are ready to have an excellent purchase experience with a salesperson that you know can help you find the right car. No guessing, no fear, just fun and excitement! Good luck!
(Also, if you are shopping for a Mercedes-Benz you can just go ahead and call me now. No research necessary!)