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#7633 of 8165 by merc1 Feb 09, 2005 (11:58 pm)
I've read this thread for quite some time now and judging by the problems and complaints posted on the current ML, I wondered if anyone here would even have any interest in the new model. Have there been a lot of people pre-ordering the new ML? Are there any satisfied current ML owners who plan to get a 2006 model? I'm just trying to see what the general reaction has been to the new ML. At the Detroit Auto Show there was little to no interest. Having the MLs locked didn't help matters either.   M
#7634 of 8165 by wmquan Feb 10, 2005 (12:36 am)
I know on another MB forum that I follow, a few current M-class owners (but only a few) have already placed orders. OTOH the vehicle hasn't even been released yet.   While the M-class is statistically more susceptible to problems, there are plenty of owners who seem quite happy with their vehicle (and certainly some owners or former owners who would never buy one again).   MB does seem to have taken a lot of pains to address some of the prior criticisms. The quality of materials seems to be at least a step or two above the current generation. The vehicle is now a unibody, with offroading enhancements in a separate option package.   Supposedly MB has taken more steps to improve the vehicle's overall parts and assembly quality. But only time will tell.   I'm certainly interested in it, but I suspect it's out of my affordability level. For less than I can buy a fairly well optioned ML350, I could buy an XC90 V8. Comparable safety, a somewhat weaker but more than adequate AWD system, less luxury, but with a third row (not available on the 2006 M-class, who knows if it'll be added in later model years), and an engine more comparable to the current ML500's.
#7635 of 8165 Reconsidering by mercara Feb 10, 2005 (5:31 am)
After I sold my 1999 ML320, I wasnt really going to get another M-Class. The new diesel option is making me think about it. I lived in Europe for a while and I can really appreciate the Torque and milage of diesels. I'll probably wait for the longer wheelbase 3 seater version. One thing is certain, I will definitely pay the extra for the extended warranty from mercedes. W Replies to this message: lizc (Feb 13, 2005 1:56 pm) steve_ (Feb 13, 2005 2:16 pm) wmquan (Feb 13, 2005 5:47 pm) lizc (Feb 14, 2005 12:32 am) and 1 more...
#7636 of 8165 ml 500 by hifk1 Feb 10, 2005 (3:35 pm)
i have owned my 2003 ml 500 for a year.i have logged 20.000 miles and it now has 40000miles.i only got 15000 miles on first set of tires were continentals which were installed by dealer.now i have dunlops and it seems these are wearing quick also.can any tell me which brand would last longer than these.i know v rated tires go quicker but only 15000 miles? i love my ml 500 for its power and looks.only few problems drivers seat overheating,headlamp get fogged up and brakes and rotors you only get 30.000 miles
#7637 of 8165 Tires by markjenn Feb 10, 2005 (6:55 pm)
At 35K, the original Dunlops on my ML320 were shot so I replaced them with Michelin LTX M&S tires on the recommendations of many. These are great tires. Now with 35K miles they look about 1/3 to 1/2 worn. A friend of mine has over 80K on these tires on his Explorer and they are still going.   http://www.michelinman.com/catalog/tires/MichelinLTXMS.html?tiret- ype=6&tire=0   - Mark Replies to this message: hifk1 (Feb 11, 2005 11:22 am)
#7638 of 8165 ML 320 good in pasture? by hankhill Feb 11, 2005 (7:30 am)
I've bought some pasture land for grazing cattle. Looking to buy an SUV for driving out in the pasture. Can the ML 320 handle the task? How much ground cdlearance does it have?
#7639 of 8165 Re: Tires [markjenn] by hifk1 Feb 11, 2005 (11:22 am)
Replying to: markjenn (Feb 10, 2005 6:55 pm) thanks markjenn.i try michelin tires next time.
#7640 of 8165 Re: New M-Class (Deisel and X164) [cedest1] by lizc Feb 13, 2005 (1:51 pm)
Replying to: cedest1 (Jan 31, 2005 6:15 pm) Hi, I'm desperate for some information on the NEW ML in diesel. All US dealers I've talked to are telling me, they're only taking orders for the V8 and a V6 and no diesel. However, i know that the european diesel versions will be made at the Alabama plant as well (for Europe). But how can I go about ordering the new ML in the US in the diesel? the 280CDI??? Thanks for any info you can offer!
#7641 of 8165 Re: Reconsidering [mercara] by lizc Feb 13, 2005 (1:56 pm)
Replying to: mercara (Feb 10, 2005 5:31 am) there's talk of a diesel for the NEW ML??? do you have ANY info on this? all the dealers keep talling me only V8 and V6 are gonna be available in the US... Replies to this message: steve_ (Feb 13, 2005 2:16 pm) wmquan (Feb 13, 2005 5:47 pm) lizc (Feb 14, 2005 12:32 am) wmquan (Feb 14, 2005 7:24 am)
#7642 of 8165 Re: Reconsidering [lizc] by steve_ HOST Feb 13, 2005 (2:16 pm)
Replying to: lizc (Feb 13, 2005 1:56 pm) Not much talk about the new ML's in the Future Vehicles discussion. Apparently the MB Turbo is one of the best engines out there:   moparbad, "Diesels in the News" #6, 5 Feb 2005 2:20 pm   Steve, Host

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