2017 Mercedes-AMG C63 in Cardinal Red!

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This gorgeous Mercedes-AMG C63is a part of my pre-owned inventory right now. It just seemed like the perfect day to take some great pictures of a red convertible!

2017 Mercedes-AMG C63

• Cardinal Red Metallic
• Black Nappa Leather
• Black Soft Top
• Premium 2 Package
• AMG Performance Exhaust
• Heated and Ventilated Seats
• Head-Up Display
• 19″ AMG Cross-Spoke Forged Wheels in matte black
• Parking Assist Package
• Original MSRP $88,625

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How to tell Mercedes-Benz Sedans Apart!

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Over the last few years our core line-up of sedans has developed a “common design language.” This is generally a good thing as it elevates the appearance of all of the sedans and strengthens the Mercedes-Benz family resemblance.

However, for the average person that means it is harder and harder to tell the classes apart! I will admit that from a distance or while the car is moving even I can have trouble telling one from the other.Throwing in something tricky like a Luxury E-Class or a C43 can make it even more challenging!

Here is the secret:

The C-Class, the smallest sedan, has one eyebrow in the headlight. The medium-sized E-Class has two and the flagship S-Class has three. Pretty easy to tell them apart now, right? So easy!

A similar system is employedfor the tail lamps too but from the back of the car you usually have the benefit of badging to help you identifywhich vehicle you are seeing. But be careful! There is an option from the factory todelete badgingand some customers choose to debadge cars after the fact as well. You’d hate to be caught out! And what about those very bad Mercedes-Benz owners who add a fake badge to the car? Now you’ll know that that E63 is really a C-Class!

Now, there are exceptions. This only works since the 2018 S-Class received a facelift with the new 3-stripe headlamps. Also, the most basic C-Classes can have halogen headlights with no eyebrows at all. The SUVs and the coupes don’t participate in this easy to decipher head lamp system.

Next time you seeMercedes-Benzin a parking lot you’ll be able to casually say “That’s an E-Class” without having to walk to the back to look at the badging!Consider yourself a Mercedes-Benz expert!

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Mercedes-Benz Owner’s Manuals

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When you purchase a new Mercedes-Benz you will receive a set of Owner’s Manuals. There is the traditional Manual that focuses on the physical features of the car and basic operation. In most new models this information is also available in the vehicle itself in the Digital Operator’s Manual.

Also included in the packet with your new car is a booklet detailing your New Car Warranty, a chart with the details of each regularly scheduled service and various other pamphlets with details about specific options and programs.

Mercedes-Benz stopped printing a separate book for the COMAND system a few years ago. It is not missing from your books! It simply does not exist anymore.

It is fairly common for these books to get lost as the vehicle changes hands over the years. There is nothing in these books that is specific to the vehicle at this point so that is not a big deal. Any set of books for a 2016 E-Class will look the same as any other 2016 E-Class.

If you are looking to find the information from these books the easiest way is to download them from the MBUSA website. It is quick and easy to choose your year and model. If you really wanted a hard copy you can print them from this file. This is also the only place to read the COMAND manual.

If you are looking for the authentic hard copies of the books then you will need to order them from your dealership’s parts department. They are rather expensive and take a few weeks to arrive.

You could also look online and see if anyone is selling a set. Perhaps they sold the car and found the books later. (This is the fate of nearly all cargo covers…found in the garage years later.)

So, if your previously enjoyed Mercedes-Benz is missing the books you can download them, order them or look for secondhand sources. Enjoy!

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Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan Coming to the US!

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The 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class made its debut recently and was extensively covered by the automotive press. Normally this hatchback doesn’t get any attention in the Untied States because it has never been sold here. However, this time is a little different.

No, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class hatchback is not coming to the US. However, the framework and technology will be translated to a more US-friendlysedan styled vehicle that we are expecting tobe for sale by the end of calendar year 2018! The Concept A Sedan is featured in the Future Vehicle section of MBUSA and shouldgive you a pretty good idea of what the A-sedan might look like.

Later on this A-Class architecture will be the basis for the next generation CLA and GLA-Class vehicles so we are getting a sneak peek into those models as well.

There are also a lot of great reviews of the A-Class hatchback that might help you understand the underpinnings of this new model.

Car and Driver – “When it comes to the user interface, infotainment, and telematics, the next A-class will be more advanced than the S-class. Or pretty much any other car in the market, for that matter.”

AutoWeek – “The launch of the A-Class sedan will be a pretty significant step for Mercedes-Benz in the States; it’s the first true sub-C-Class sedan model offered here (we’re not counting the near-fastback CLA), which should present a tempting option for those who do not want to stretch their budgets to the now-opulent C-Class but still want a small four-door sedan with a three-pointed star.”

Jalopnik – “The new A-Class is also apparently very safe: each piece of its body is made of high-strength materials and has a very rigid passenger cell, kind of like how Smarts are made.”

I do not have any details yet on this model for the US but we have already started an order list!

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CD Player for 2017/2018 E-Class and 2018 S-Class

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So, you drive one of the most technologically advanced vehicles in the world but you really like listening to CDs? I have heard this a surprising number of times since the 2017 E300 arrived without a CD player and the 2018 S-Class was not far behind. I had this same issue when the 2003 E-Class was the first car to arrive without a tape deck. I wonder what comes after Bluetooth streaming? Usually once all of my clients become comfortable with a technology is about the time the next new things arrives to shake it up!

Mercedes heard you still listen to CDs and has come up with a solution so you can be a little old-school. I have not seen this in person but it looks pretty simple and would not interfere with the scent diffuser. I bet if your got really crafty you could fit an 8-track in there too.

The accessories team is pleased to announce the availability of the NEW CD player retrofit suitable for select E-Class and S-Class vehicles. The retrofit accessory CD player supports all current music formats and is fully integrated into the operating logic of the vehicle. Artist, album, title and cover art image are shown on the vehicles central display and the CD drive is discreetly installed in the glove compartment to protect it from prying eyes.

• CD ripping on to the head unit music register is not possible (this feature is not available in NTG5.5)
• Single CD drive only
• Functions: play, pause, stop, search forward/backward, track increment/decrement, direct track selection (Track "n"), disk check, CD-Text
• Supported formats: CD-DA, WAVE, CD-R, CR-RW, mp3, m4a, FLAC
• Part Numbers: A222 820 6306, A222 826 1300, A213 820 7802, A000 983 3800

The cost should be around $300 for the parts, plus installation. Please contact your dealership parts department to make sure they are in stock or orderable.

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Happy New Year!

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Rolling into the New Year like this laid back bear in a C63! Time for a little rest and relaxation before coming back for an exciting 2018!

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Georgia Tag Renewal – Now Available at Kroger!

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If you are anything like me, you have forgotten to renew your tag. Now it is your birthday and you have an expired tag and inevitably this will be the day you see every police car in the county! You can pay it online but there is a fee and it will take a few days to arrive in the mail.

Well, this problem has been solved! I found this great article on AJC.com and I thought I should spread the word!

• Residents use the kiosks by scanning their Georgia driver's licenses or their mailed vehicle renewal notices.
• The kiosks give residents a self-service option to instantly print their tags, including stickers for vehicle license plates.
• The kiosks are located at Kroger stores in DeKalb County at 6678 Covington Highway, in Newton County at 5341 Highway 20 South and in Cobb County at 3240 South Cobb Drive.

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Toys for Tots from the Mercedes-Benz Club of America!

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Thank you to the Peachtree Section of The Mercedes-Benz Club of America for sending all of the toys collected at your holiday luncheon back to Atlanta Classic Cars to fill our convertibles! What a generous group of Mercedes-Benz Enthusiasts! It filled an entire C63 AMG. We’re going to have to break out the S-Class convertibles if this keeps up!

Side note: I have been a member of the MBCA for a long time. Even if you just subscribe to get The Star Magazine it is well worth it! I was just notified that I need to renew. If you happen to join and use my member number I get a free month! *wink, wink

Use my Member Code and I get a free month! C119523

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Toys for Tots at Atlanta Classic Cars

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It is Toys for Tots time at Atlanta Classic cars! Every year we fill a convertible (or two) for the Marines to take to deserving children at the holidays! We kicked off the annual drive during our Thanksgiving luncheon and are looking forward to piling the toys high!

If you are planning to visit Atlanta Classic Cars for service or sales during December, please bring along an upwrapped toy or book to add to the collection. Or have the kids bring something! It makes you feel all warm and fuzzy to spread the joy.

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Jalopnik Review of the GT C Roadster and the 300SL

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The Mercedes-AMG GT C Roadster is quite a looker! The proportions are amazing.Itis both luxurious and sporty. The folding soft top is a marvel of efficiency and space savings. If I needed to drive a practical car as a daily driver, I would want this for the weekends!

GT C Roadster And Mercedes-Benz 300SL Roadster Both Hail From A Golden Age

The photography in this article from Jalopnik really caught my eye. They were able to drive a GT C and a classic 300SL together and the similarities are so beautiful. Both of these cars look like artwork when parked.

Please do take a moment and admire the images. Read the article too! The insights into the driving dynamics of the two vehicles is very interesting:

“I had altered my standards of comfort to fit the car. Is that weird? Honestly, it's because everything else is so staggeringly good that you simply don't care about stupid things like comfort anymore.”

“I'd never driven a car that felt so unshakably capable. Even the thuds that sounded from closing its doors inspired confidence. The sheer strength of the engine, the force of its brakes and its tight suspension all shouted in my ear that there was little this car couldn't do. This was what modern was supposed to be. This was what modern was supposed to feel like.”

“Getting into the SL involved climbing over its formidable sills―wide, because of the Gullwing's design, which came first. And because this was a car from the 1950s, there was nothing in the way of seat belts roll-over protection. That, at least, made the visibility incredible.”

“That was the spookiest thing about the 300SL Roadster. It didn't feel old at all. It was comfortable and agreeable. Totally daily drivable. I'm not sure what I was expecting, but I certainly wasn't expecting something that felt comparable in quality to a car you could buy new today.”

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The Mercedes-Benz Winter Event at Atlanta Classic Cars!

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Have you been thinking about a new car but keep putting it off? Do you have some expensive repairs coming up on your old car? Do you just have an itch for something new? Now is your moment! November and December are Winter Event months for Mercedes-Benz. This a great time to take advantage of special offers and the latest models!

Nearly all of our 2018 models have arrived and they ship us some extras for the end of theyear rush. Please don’t wait until the last minute! If you are thinking about getting a new car before the end of the year, start shopping now. It will give me time to hunt down the perfect colors and options for you. Some models are still a little limited and I would hate for you to feel like you have to settle for something you don’t love.

Mercedes-Benz USA has excellent Lease and Finance offers available right now. Did you know we can even lease our 2017 former loaner vehicles? These can be very attractive leases that you might not expect from a luxury vehicle. Also, we have Loyalty Programs that will let you make the switch rm your current Mercedes to a new Mercedes sooner than you thought!

Maybe you are planning to swing by Germany for the Christmas Markets? I have a list of vehicles that are ready for immediate pick-up via the European Delivery Program! You can kill two birds with one stone. It will be a great vacation and the new car will arrive in a few weeks!

Having trouble deciding which Mercedes is right for you? I can help! I have more than 200 new vehicles and 100 Certified Pre-Owned vehicles in stock. I also have bows! I know that everyone wants a new car with a big red bow! Get in touch! jcw@atlantaclassiccars.com

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Mercedes-Benz Cabriolets at Atlanta Classic Cars!

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Now that the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class cabriolet has arrived we have freshtop-down fun in all sizes! Here is some quick info to decide which on is right for you!

Cabriolet [kab-ree-uh–ley] noun

1. a light, two-wheeled, one-horse carriage with a folding top, capable of seating two persons.

2. an automobile resembling a coupe but with a folding top.

C-Class

• Base price $51,200
• Available as C300, C300 4maticC43 and C63
• Small and sporty but still very comfortable

E-Class

• Base Price $66,300
• Available as E400 and E400 4matic
• Mid-sized, powerful, luxurious

S-Class

• Base Price $131,400
• Available as S550, S63, S65 and soon, the S650
• The epitome of a luxury cabriolet. Nothing better!

For most people the price willbe the starting point, but there are more factors! For example, the C43 and the E400 would be similar in price. However, they have very different personalities! The C43 is aggressive where the E400 is smooth. Do you want exhaust note? That is the C43!

The S-Class might be twice the price of the E400 but itcould be the only cabriolet you ever buy! It is a classic. There is absolutely nothing in the looks, power, interior or overall feel that could be better! Spend more now, but never say goodbye!

All of these cabriolet are equipped with amazing technology. I am personally a huge fan of the AIRCAP andintegrated wind diffuser. TheAIRCAP pops up just about the windshield and directs the airhigher, over the passengers and then the diffuser blocks it from swirling back inside.

Airscarf is another top-down must-have. This neck level vent directs warm air over your neck and shoulders, making it comfortable to be top-down to very low temperatures.

The Mercedes-Benz soft-top itself is also fantastic. There is minimal wind noise and it looks so rich!

While I am at it…I ran across this site while I was googling and will now be using it for all of my Mercedes Technology References.

Come pick out your cabriolet today!

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Mercedes-Benz Parking at Mercedes-Benz Stadium!

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One of my clients sent me this picture from a recent Atlanta United Game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. This is the Mercedes-Benz Loyalty Lot located just steps from Gate 1! She said it looked a lot like the dealership parking lot. Maybe you can do a little shopping for your next car while you are there!

Here are the details:

The Mercedes-Benz Loyalty Parking Lot is located on Northside Drive between Magnolia and Rhodes Streetsand closest to Gate 1 of the stadium. The Mercedes-Benz Lot will be made availablefor online reservationon a first come, first serve basisstarting at 12 noon twodaysprior to each ticketed event at the stadium, and the reservations will close when all available spots are reserved. Starting at that time, you canseek toreserve your space on http://parking.mercedesbenzstadium.com.There is no charge for these spaces. All vehicles entering the lot to parkMUST BE Mercedes-Benz vehicles ONLY.If you are not driving a Mercedes-Benz vehicle you will be asked to park elsewhere. Only those with a reserved spot, parking pass from Park Mobile and driving a Mercedes-Benz vehicle will be able to park in this lot.

If you happen to park there, send me a picture. I know I’ll be reserving my spot the next time I am headed to the Stadium!

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2018 Mercedes-Benz E400 Sedan – E-Class with a V6

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The redesigned 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Classhas been heralded as the most technologically advanced vehicles available! New safety features, steering wheel touchpads, Car to X communication and more! The redesign made it more spacious than the previous generation. The interior is beautiful, with a very quiet cabin and high end surfaces.If there was one fault with the car it was the limited engine choices.

The 4-cylinder engine in the E300 is fantastic. It is plenty of power for daily driving and the 9-speed transmission gives it great acceleration. It is smooth, quiet andhas excellent fuel economy!I have been on many, many test drives when people did not realize that that the E300 was a 4-cylinder at all. However, it is sometimes hard to convince a V6 driver that the 4-cylinder will be adequate.

The Mercedes-AMG E43is also a great choice. The AMG-enhanced V6 deliversmore power and a more aggressive feel. It hasa sporty ride with amazing handling characteristics. For a client looking for a powerful and sporty E-Class this is a good option. However, it is aimed more at performance than luxury. We lacked a middle ground – more power, less sport.

Well, for 2018 Mercedes-Benz USA is correcting this issue! The 2018 E400 4matic sedan will be arriving in the 4th quarter of 2017! Here is what I know:

• Starts at $58,900
• Unique standard 18" wheel design
• 4MATIC all-wheel drive is standard
• 3.0 liter biturbo V6 engine delivers
• 329hp and 354 lb-ft of torque
• 9G-TRONIC Transmission
• Positioned between the E300 and the AMG E43

Our first 2018 E400 sedans are currently in production and should arrive in the US soon. There are still productions slots available for customization that will be ready before the end of the year. So, if you have been holding off on the E-Class, now would be a great time to take another look!

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2018 Mercedes-AMG GT C Roadster at Atlanta Classic Cars!

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*I misspoke in the video at one point. The GT R is only a coupe.

The 2018 Mercedes-AMG GT C Roadster came by for training today! This car is just beautiful. The proportions are perfect, the colors are exactly what I would pick for myself and it sounds as good as it looks! Unfortunately, this one is just visiting. We are lucky to have had two AMG training sessions this month alone!

So, what is a GT C? We have looked at the GT and GT S before. You certainly can’t have missed the GT R! The Beast of the Green Hell has been everywhere lately! The GT line-up now includes coupes and roadsters with various levels of power and appearance. The visual clues are easiest to see in the fenders and trim elements.

There are currently four versions of the GT available:

• GT coupe and roadster – 469 hp and 465 lb/ft of torque. $112,000/$124,400
• GT S coupe – adds power – 515 hp and 494 lb/ft of torque. $132,400
• GT C coupe and roadster – adds power, wide body rear, rear-axle Steering – 550 hp and 502 lb/ft of torque. $145,000/$157,000
• GT R coupe – adds power, wide body front, carbon fiber body work – 577 hp and 516 lb/ft of torque. $157,000

There is certainly no bad GT in the group! The deciding factors for most people would be looks or power. All four versions have hand-built one man, one engine V8s from Affalterbach.All four now feature the Panamericana grille. The roadster versions are power folding softtops.

• So, you want to drive it every day,put the top down but don’t need all that power= GT roadster for you!
• You like a weekend monster that the valet will park up front: GT R for you! (Magno matte green Hell of course!)
• Daily driver with a kick: GT S coupe

See? It’s kind of a fun game to match your GT to your situation! I am sure there will be someone who daily drives the GT R but gernally that’s not how this game is played.

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2018 Mercedes-AMG S63 Refresh at Atlanta Classic Cars!

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Our MBUSA trainer stopped by to show us the 2018 Mercedes-AMG S63! The 2018 S-Class is what we call a mid-cycle refresh. The sheet metal is the same but there have been tweaks to the bumpers, lights, wheels, technology and engines. This refresh should last for three more years. The S-Class is generally on a seven year body style cycle.

On the exterior of the vehicle the headlights and taillights are the most noticeable changes. The new Multibeam headlights feature a three eyebrow look that is very striking. They are also ultra-wide for better road coverage. The taillights feature the same crystal effect as the E-Class and GLC-Class.

Inside the S-Class, the steering wheel is an obvious change. It is now a 3-spoke wheel with touchpadsand new style buttons. On the left side of the wheel there are cruise control buttons and on the right there are voice and radio controls. There are also some new ambient lighting colors and leather choices. The COMAND system has been upgraded toversion NTG 5.5. This is the same as the 2018 E-Class with a few functional differences. I will admit that it has taken some time to get used to the new system but the more cars it is in, themore practice I get and the more I like it.

Under the hood every S-Class has something new. The S450, now available, is the first V6 we have had in years! With 362 horsepower and 369 lb/ft of torque it should be perfect for those who want all of the luxury but do not need all of the power. The S560 features the V8 biturbo with 463 horsepower and 516 lb/ft of torque. 0-60 is estimated at 4.5 seconds which is amazing for a vehicle of this size. The new S63 is now 603 horsepower and 664 lb/ft of torque. It is silky smooth and blindingly fast!

The first of these refreshed models should be arriving shortly!

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Hurricane Irma and the Mercedes-Benz VPC in Brunswick

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With Hurricane Irma likely to hit the east coast and an Evacuation Order issued for coastal Georgia, it is likely that the vehicles currently at the port in Brunswick, Georgia will remain there for longer than expected.

Under normal circumstances a ship will dock in Brunswick, unload over a day or two, process through the Vehicle Prep Center over a week to 10 days and then ship to the dealership.

A hurricane will slow down all parts of this process. No ships in, employees under evacuation orders and bad conditions will all contribute to longer than average processing times.

Just a little insight into all of the moving parts in getting a Mercedes-Benz…

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Mercedes-Benz E300 Parking Pilot Demonstration Video

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My friend Ben Wayne came by the other day to film Parking Pilot in the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300.

Active Parking Assist helps you size up parallel-parking spaces as you drive by, using sensors in the bumper to determine if a spot can fit your car. It then expertly steers the car into the space while you control the brakes and gear selection. In any low-speed maneuver, PARKTRONIC’s ultrasonic sensors in the front and rear bumpers help detect nearby objects within the system’s field of view. Audible signals and illuminated displays in the cabin help you navigate tight spaces with confidence.

The system is able to scan for adequate parking spaces at speeds below 22 mph.

Certain vehicles also have the ability to steer the vehicle out of the parking space.

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2018 Mercedes-Benz S450, S560, S650, S63 and S65 MSRP Announced

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The 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is getting a refresh!Our flagship sedan was new for 2014 and 2018 brings us the mid-cycle refresh. It is not an entirely new vehicle but will have updated technology and a fresh look.I have not yet seen it in person but Iexpect to see it in a few weeks. The most obvious changes are the headlamps and the steering wheel controls.

New Standard Features:

• V12 grille standard across all models (double lamella in grille)
• New design front and rear bumper
• Intelligent Light System with ULTRA RANGE highbeam headlamps
• Smartphone Integration
• Ambient Lighting in 64 Colors
• Lane tracking package (Blind Spot Assist and Lane Keeping Assist)
• LED taillights with crystal look
• COMAND NTG 5.5 new generation
• New generation steering wheels with touch buttons (no more clown!)
• Wireless Charging front
• ENERGIZING COMFORT control –It systematically uses the functions of the climate control system (including fragrancing) and the seats (heater, ventilation, massage), the console heating as well as lighting and musical atmospheres, and enables a specific wellness set-up tailored to the mood and need of the driver.
• Omission of DVD changer

In addition to new styling it is also picking up a few new variants. We have not had a V6 S-Classfor a few years and I am very interested to see what percentage of people will opt for the more efficient S450. Back when we had the S430 and S500 I think it was nearly 80% S430s.

The S450 and S560 will both be available in Two-Wheel drive and 4matic variants. The Mercedes-AMG S63 and the S65 will both be available from Affalterbach.The Mercedes-Maybach expands from just the S600 variant to both the S560 and S650 so that you can have the extra size without the extra engine.

The S-Class is scheduled to roll out over the next couple of months. It would be a good idea to order early if you know exactly what you want! This is also a great time to order for European Delivery over the holidays!

Launch dates and pricing are always subject to change and change without notice.

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Rally North America in my C43 Cabriolet!

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Rally North America in my C43 Cabriolet!  阅读原文»

For my driving vacation this year I participated in Rally North America – Rally Appalachia 2. This event is a essentially a three day scavenger hunt with 70 other teams. We started in Virginia and ended in Alabama. Each morning we lined up, received a list of checkpoints and bonus point opportunities and then hit the road! Itwas totally up to the teams which checkpoints and activities they saw each day.The rally raised money for Hope For the Warriors which is a charity that supports veterans and their families as they transition back intocivilian life.The whole rally raised nearly $150,000 this year!

There was a huge variety of vehicles participating in the rally. Team Grey market brought their gorgeous G320 and ran it on all the tracks! The GLS on the right was actually a rental car and they said it was excellent for this event! There were a lot of American Muscle cars, a few exotics and some classics like a Corvair and vintage Suburban! It was so fun to meet othervehicle enthusiasts and trade stories.

Along our route there were classic automotive must-dos like the Tail of the Dragon and the Blue Ridge Parkway. This rally is not a race. It is for points, not time, sospeeding is discouraged but fun is not! My new C43 was a delight on the 318 turns of the Tail of the Dragon and the shady roads of theBlue Ridge parkway were great with the top down.

Coincidentallyanother team had also just picked up their new C43! Team Euro Trash arrived in this Brilliant Blue C43 sedan and we spent two days rallying together. Theylook goodas a pair(and sound even better)!

We saw parts of Virginia, West Virginia, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia and Alabama. Extra points for Welcome to the State signs! Fun fact, if you turn around immediately you get the Welcome to the Other State sign too!

Track time on two iconic American tracks was included with the rally. We did quite a few laps on Virginia International Raceway (behind the G-Class – check out my Instagram video) which is a curvy, twisty course. The last day we were able to do laps on the oval at Talladega Superspeedway! That banking is serious business. 130 was my top speed in the C43. I had the top town! Other participants reported hitting 150!

Overall it was wan excellent way to see the US, with other enthusiasts, while raising money for charity. A win-win-win! Thanks Rally North America!

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The GT R Experience at MB World UK – Video

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The GT R Experience at MB World UK �C Video  阅读原文»

There are so many places around the world to enjoy a Mercedes-Benz with professional supervision!

I have personally attended the AMG Driving Academy at Road Atlanta and The Rock experience in Bremen, Germany.

Here is a great video of the GT R experience at MB World UK by my Instagram friend @rokenr. He even references me in the video!

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