These are the official photos of the 2011 E-Class Cabriolet. It is expected to be available for sale in May of 2010 as the E350 and E550. The specifications, options and pricing are not yet available but I am taking deposits to be on the Atlanta Classic Cars order list. In 2003, when the last cabriolet was launched, there was a significant waiting list. So far the list is short, but now that the pictures are out there more and more people will be ready to order.

Labels: 2010 E-Class, E-Class, E-Class Cabriolet, E-Class Coupe

The AIRCAP system on the 2011 E-Class Cabriolet will continue to increase the amount of time you can enjoy your Mercedes with the top down. Building on the AIRSCARF system currently available on the SLK and SL, AIRCAP will create a calm air zone in the passenger compartment making it both more comfortable at higher speeds and easier to heat or cool. A front deflector raises up from the top of the windshield to both redirect air higher over the passenger cabin and allow air slowed down by its screen to enter the cabin and maintain a pocket of calmer air.



Current CLK Cabriolet owners will enjoy not having to install and uninstall a wind deflector anymore. Additionally, you will be able to raise and lower the top at speeds below 25mph.

Labels: 2010 E-Class, E-Class, E-Class Cabriolet, E-Class Coupe, Mercedes Technology

The DVD of my presentation that won me the 2010 E-Class Walk Around National Championship has finally arrived. This is a 15 minute presentation, tailored to a client interested in Technology, and my goal was to get the maximum points on the scoresheet. This isn't how I would normally present to a new client in the showroom but it is a great way to pack in a lot of information! I hope you enjoy it!

If you enjoy this video, check out my presentation from 2007 when I won the 2008 C-Class Walk Around.

Labels: 2010 E-Class, Atlanta Classic Cars, Awards, E-Class, E-Class Coupe, Videos

Jesse,

Thanks for helping me acquire my second Mercedes-Benz! Since I had to order the E550 coupe, I honestly didn't know what to expect. You were very helpful in guiding my decision process around the right options in the car and my expectations were exceeded. Also, during the process of waiting for the car to arrive you were very good about communicating the steps in the process and thus keeping me informed.

You won my business away from Audi and BMW, as I had considered the S5 and the 335i. Besides the fact that the E550 coupe is an incredible car, I feel confident knowing that Atlanta Classic Cars stands confidently behind it. The car represents a huge technological leap and excellence in performance and luxury. Two of my favorite things about the car (and my friends have noted this as well) is how smooth and quiet the car is. The technology is incredible - I'm really impressed with the automatic brights, the backup camera, and the seamless audio/phone integration and the navigation/COMAND system. I love the pillarless design and the panoramic roof (in addition to the power and technology) - passengers have commented that they really enjoy the back seats which is unusual for a coupe. From someone who has had an M3 coupe as well, I can say this is a unique comment for a coupe!

I hope to be a repeat customer. P.S. Thanks for the Pirelli P-zero tires! :)

Chris M.
Duluth, GA

Labels: 2010 E-Class, Customer Testimonials, E-Class, E-Class Coupe

So...Dieter Zetsche wasn't actually there, but MBUSA President and CEO Ernst Lieb was one of the judges for my presentation!

This week I had the honor of representing the Southern Region and Atlanta Classic Cars in the 2010 E-Class Walk-Around National Finals in Denver. Two years ago I won the C-Class Walk-Around Competition for the Southern Region but they didn't have a national competition. This time I had to compete against every salesperson in the whole country. I won at the dealership, market, and regional levels on my way to the finals in Denver. My 15 minute presentation was tailored to a hypothetical client and highlighted many of the amazing innovations found in the 2010 E-Class Sedan. My 3 competitors and I were judged by the MBUSA Executive Management team and I was declared the National Champion!

I'll post some pictures and the video once I get them from the training department. Thank you to everyone who helped me prepare!

The competition was part of the National Dealer Meeting, so I was able to see (no cameras allowed) the new E-Class Cabriolet scheduled for release this spring and the SLS AMG! Both were spectacular and will be very successful!

If you want to learn all about the 2010 E-Class from the most knowledgeable salesperson in the whole United States please stop by Atlanta Classic Cars and pay me a visit.

Labels: 2010 E-Class, Awards, E-Class, E-Class Coupe

I think they like it!

"Because once you actually go some place and spend all day on the road and maybe even a bit longer than you'd like, then you'll figure out just how good the 2010 Mercedes-Benz E550 Coupe really is."

"Luxury is the place where efficiency meets pleasure, and that's where you'll find the 2010 Mercedes-Benz E550 Coupe. It's a serious motorcar."

"If you think everybody should pack into one car for dinner...then you should wait for the shuttle bus, because the grown-ups are leaving."

"It all adds up in acceleration, because the combination of the right kind of power and a right-size, 3,883-pound package (400 pounds lighter than an E-Class sedan) delivers 60 mph in 5.3 seconds (5.0 seconds with 1 foot of rollout like on a drag strip). Check out the E550 coupe's quarter-mile run of 13.4 seconds at 105.2 mph and you'll see what kind of muscle it has."

"The thing that we really care about, though, is the simple presence of the E-Class suspension. In addition to the configuration of the front suspension struts, this E550 coupe has standard adaptive damping based on inputs from seven sensors, plus the availability of both manually selected normal and Sport mode. "

Read the whole article at Edmunds.com

Labels: 2010 E-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe

The 2010 GLK, E sedan and E coupe are already here and the rest of the 2010 models will be arriving soon. Mercedes-Benz has just given us the official pricing and release dates.

Model	Release Date	Base Price
C300 Sport/Luxury	July	$33,600/$35,300
C300 Sport/Luxury - 4MATIC	July	$37,100/$37,300
C350 Sport	August	$39,750
C63 AMG	August	$57,350
CL550 4MATIC	August	$110,400
CL600	August	$154,400
CL63AMG	August	$145,200
CL65 AMG	August	$207,170
CLS550	September	$72,400
CLS63 AMG	September	$97,950
E350 BlueTEC	March 2010	TBA
E350 4MATIC Sport/Luxury	Late August	$51,100
E550 4MATIC Sport/Luxury	Late August	$58,800
GL350 BlueTEC	September	$59,950
GL450 4MATIC	July	$60,950
GL550 4MATIC	August	$82,850
ML350 BlueTEC	September	$49,700
ML350 4MATIC	July	$48,200
ML350 2WD	July	$45,700
ML450 HYBRID	December	TBA
ML550 4MATIC	August	$56,750
ML63 AMG 4MATIC	August	$91,050
R350 BlueTEC	September	$50,800
R350 4MATIC	September	$49,300
S400 HYBRID	August	$87,950
S550	August	$91,600
S550 4MATIC	August	$94,600
S600	August	$149,700
S63AMG	August	$133,550
S65 AMG	August	$201,150
SLK300	October	$46,900
SLK350	October	$51,900
SLK55 AMG	October	$66,650

For those of you who have been trying to decide between a 2009 and a 2010 this should help.

Labels: C-Class, CL-Class, CLS-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe, GL-Class, ML-Class, ML450 Hybrid, R-Class, S-Class, SLK-Class

They are here! Our first shipment of 2010 E-Classes arrived this afternoon. We received a variety of E350 and E550 coupes and sedans. They should be cleaned up and ready for sale within a few hours. Please come take a look at the latest and greatest from Mercedes-Benz! Be sure to ask for me when you come in.

Special financing at 4.9% and excellent lease offers are now available as well

Labels: 2010 E-Class, Atlanta Classic Cars, E-Class, E-Class Coupe

Last month Mercedes released the pricing for the 2010 E-Class coupe and sedan.

2010 E350 Sedan $48,600 and Coupe $48,050
2010 E550 Sedan $56,300 and Coupe $54,650

We now have the pricing for the popular Premium Packages for these vehicles.

Premium 1 Package (P01) - E350 Sedan and Coupe -- $3,950
-COMAND with 40GB hard drive navigation
-SIRIUS real-time traffic
-Enhanced voice control for audio, telephone and navigation
-Gracenote Media Database
-SIRIUS Satellite Radio
-HD Digital Radio
-Zagat Survey Guide (Restaurants, Golf Courses, Hotels)
-6GB Music Register for download of music files
-harman / kardon LOGIC7 surround sound system with Dolby Digital 5.1
-iPod / MP3 Media Interface
-Heated Front Seats
-Rear View Camera
-Power Rear Sunshade

Premium 2 Package (P02) - E350 Sedan and Coupe -- $6,350
-All contents of the Premium 1 Package, plus
-Bi-Xenon Headlamps with Active Curve Illumination
-Adaptive Highbeam Assist and LED Daytime Running Lamps
-KEYLESS-GO
-Electronic Trunk Closer (Sedan)
-Heated/Active Ventilated Seats (Coupe)

When compared to typically equipped 2009 E-Classes, the 2010 E350 offers an almost 10% improvement in value! This is a great time to order to get an early vehicle equipped just like you want it!

Labels: 2010 E-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe

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Labels: CLK-Class, E-Class Coupe, Future Models, Videos

There are some new colors coming for the 2010 E-Class. I haven't yet seen them in person yet but I was able to get the official paint chips from Mercedes-Benz. Quartz Blue will be available on the Sedan and Coupe. Pearl Beige is for the sedan only. The Natural Beige/Black interior is a Full Leather option available on the Sport Sedan only.


230 Quartz Blue


794 Pearl Beige


264 Natural Beige/Black Full Leather Interior

Labels: 2010 E-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe

Labels: 2010 E-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe, ML-Class, ML450 Hybrid, Videos

Here is the information from the preliminary Dealer Ordering Guide for the 2010 E-Class Coupe. This is a preliminary version and is subject to change at any point. Pricing has not been announced.

New Model Highlights:
Styling shared with 2010 E sedan
2-Door pillarless coupe
LED tail lamps
V6 and V8 engines optimized for fuel economy
Standard panoramic sunroof!
Agility control suspension
HOLD convenience braking function
Attention Assist - driver drowsiness monitor standard
Available Back-up Camera (P1)
Standard split-folding rear seats
Standard heated seats
Standard COMAND PLUS with central controller includes:
7" LCD screen
6 CD/DVD changer
Bluetooth

Colors:
040 - Black (non-metallic)
590 - Mars Red (non-metallic)
650 - Arctic White (non-metallic)
197 - Obsidian Black
230 - Quartz Blue (new)
359 - Capri Blue
723 - Pewter
755 - Steel Grey
775 - Iridium Silver
792 - Palladium Silver
963 - Indium Grey

Interiors:
E350 and E550:
Standard Leather: Black, Almond Beige, Ash
Premium Leather: Black, Almond Beige, Ash


Premium 1 Package:
(standard on E550 coupe)
COMAND system with hard-drive Navigation
Sirius Satellite Radio
HD Digital Radio
harman/kardon surround sound
iPod/MP3 Media Interface
6 GB hard-drive with Music Register
Enhanced Voice Control
Heated Front Seats
Rear-View Camera (new)
Power rear sunshade

Premium 2 Package:
All components of Premium 1
Bi-Xenon Headlamps with active curve illumination
Keyless-Go
Heated and Active Ventilated front seats

Sport Package:
18" AMG twin 6-spoke
Sport Bodystyling - spoiler, exhaust tips, front air dam, side skits and rear apron
Sport steering wheel with gearshift paddles


Distronic Plus Package:
Distronic Plus
Advanced parking guidance

Stand Alone Options:
Wood/Leather Steering Wheel
COMAND with HDD navigation
Heated Seats

Labels: CLK-Class, E-Class Coupe, Future Models

Atlanta Classic Cars should receive a demonstration E-Class Coupe & E-Class Sedan around Memorial Day.

E350 and E550 Coupe will be available at launch in June
E550 Coupe will have "aggressive Sport body styling"

E350 and E550 Sedan will be available at launch in July
There will be Sport and Luxury versions

4MATIC and AMG Sedans will come in the Fourth Quarter

Special E550 Coupe Launch Edition:
Only 375 units
Olivine Grey Paint
Natural Beige/Black Premium Leather

Labels: 2010 E-Class, CLK-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe

These are the first official pictures of the 2010 E-Class Coupe that is due to arrive in the US this summer. It strongly resembles the 2010 E-Class sedan that is due around the same time. It has the same twin-headlamp design, "pontoon" reminiscent rear-end and received the same much needed technology upgrade to the navigation and entertainment systems. It will continue to have the stunning B-pillarless side windows that have always been my favorite part of the CLK coupe. For this new model they have taken that one step further with the addition of the panoramic roof.

The E-Class Coupe will have the lowest drag coefficient of any production vehicle at just .24. This low drag will help the E-Class coupe to be more fuel efficient. We are expecting to receive the 3.5 liter V6 and the 5.5 liter V8 in the US, although several other diesel engines will be available in Europe.

While a coupe isn't practical for everyone, this is going to be a gorgeous vehicle that deserves strong consideration if 2 doors are enough for you! Look for the official debut at the Geneva Auto Show in March and then the New York Auto Show in April.

The slideshow below contains the first official pictures of the 2010 E-Class Coupe. Please contact me if you want to secure your spot on Atlanta Classic Cars' waiting list for this new vehicle.

Labels: CLK-Class, E-Class Coupe, Future Models

Mercedes-Benz is making things simpler by renaming the CLK coupe and cabriolet into the E-Class coupe and cabriolet. The Coupe will arrive in the US as a 2010 model in mid 2009. The Cabriolet will follow in about a year. Until the cabriolet is released the current CLK cabriolet will continue to be built. I look forward to having an E-Class sedan, coupe and cabriolet in our line-up! I think it will help to stabilize residual values for the coupe and cabriolet and will ensure that they have the same technology upgrades that the E-Class sedan gets regularly. In the past, the CLK has been a little neglected in the technology department.


These spy pictures of the coupe look fantastic. The hood and front headlights really look like the CL and the side view of our coupes is always stunning!

Labels: CLK-Class, E-Class Coupe, Future Models