It was a busy spring on my European Delivery calendar! I had three clients picking up within a month of each other and every one of them made it a different experience. Two of the cars made it back to the dealership this week so it seemed like a good time to share.
1 - E450 Cabriolet - Roadtrip
The gorgeous Rubellite Red E450 with Red top and Titian Red dashboard was the first car to make it back to the dealership. These folks planned a trip similar to my first European Delivery experience. It was go-go-go from the moment they landed. They picked up the car in the delivery center in Sindelfingen and then hit the road. They did 1500 miles in about 10 days and visited several countries!
They reported that it was much easier to drive in Germany and Italy then they had expected and had no issues with parking. Even with a cabriolet they were able to take all of their gear and ride in comfort.
2 - CLS53 - Stopover
This lovely couple already had a grand European adventure planned including a few days in Rome and a river boat cruise. They were able to squeeze in the pick-up of their CLS53 at the Center of Excellence in Sindelfingen at the start of their trip. They enjoyed the excellent hospitality, tour of the factory and dramatic unveiling of their new car. They just drove it a few miles that day and dropped it off but it was still a memorable experience!
3 - E63 AMG - Extended Adventure
Can you imagine a better vehicle for an extended tour of Europe than the E63 wagon? This client had a lot of friends and family to visit over the course of a month and tied that together with the delivery of his new Lunar Blue E63! He was able to travel at his own pace, take all his gear and enjoy some autobahn time in the new car! This car will arrive in Atlanta in a few weeks and he plans to fly in to take another long road trip home to Colorado!
There is no right or wrong way to experience the European Delivery Program! I can tell you how I have done it, how others have done it and help you customize the experience for yourself. Many of my clients are also open to sharing their experience directly with you if you need to talk it over! Please do let me know if I can help you plan your adventure! E-mail me, call me, let's make some memories!
Now that the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class cabriolet has arrived we have fresh top-down fun in all sizes! Here is some quick info to decide which on is right for you!
Cabriolet[kab-ree-uh-ley] noun
The epitome of a luxury cabriolet. Nothing better!
For most people the price will be 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 it could 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 and integrated wind diffuser. The AIRCAP pops up just about the windshield and directs the air higher, 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!
My inventory manager is on a quest for color! After years of stocking E350 Cabriolets exclusively with black soft tops we currently have all four soft top colors in stock! Now I will try to tell you what these colors really look like. We (ok, I) have named the cars for easy reference.
Meet Strawberry! This Iridium Silver E350 cabiolet has a red soft top and a red leather interior. It is a very sporty and striking look. I love how the top and the taillights look from the back. The red top is not bright red and it is not maroon. I am going with not quite brick red as my description.
And here is Blueberry! The blue top is not a new color for Mercedes-Benz but the Deep Sea Blue and Silk Beige Interior is a first. We have also paired it with Lunar Blue paint for the Blue/Blue/Blue combo! The interior is midnight blue. The top is dark navy and the paint is bright navy. All of these colors go surprisingly well together.
And finally here is Mocha! This was the hardest color to capture because it is out in the sunshine. This in a Polar White E350 cabriolet with Silk Beige Interior and the new Brown Soft Top. The Beige top from last year was very popular with white cars but this is different. I think it is a coffee color. Deep brown, no red or orange undertones. You might mistake it for black if it were driving by fast.
I have never had such a variety on convertibles in stock and I may never have it again! If you are thinking about getting something new and different this is your opportunity! Please come by and take a look in person as my pictures and descriptions are woefully lacking. Strawberry, Blueberry and Mocha are all looking for good homes.
The 2014 E-Class Coupe and Cabriolet have been added to the Future Models section at MBUSA.com. There is a great gallery of images along with lots of new details! The 2013 models will stop production this spring and the new models should arrive this "summer."
Key Highlights
New exterior styling, with more aggressive lines and single-rib front sports grille
New LED headlamps with integrated LED Daytime Running Lamps, and new LED taillamps
New interior featuring a redesigned dashboard and gauges, plus new upholstery colors and combinations
Advanced 7-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters
Sophisticated AGILITY CONTROL and sport-tuned Dynamic Handling suspensions
New PRE-SAFE® PLUS for added protection in rear-end collisions
Optional Driver Assistance Package featuring DISTRONIC PLUS adaptive cruise control with Steering Assist and PRE-SAFE Brake, plus Active Blind Spot Assist and Active Lane Keeping Assist
Available PARKTRONIC with enhanced Active Parking Assist
It is an exctiting time for Mercedes-Benz! We have lots of new engines, technology and vehicles for the 2012 model year. Here is a quick rundown.
2012 C-Class Sedan - C350/C300/C63 August/C250 October
Facelifted - more than 2000 new parts!
C250 with 1.8L inline 4-cylinder direct injected, turbocharged engine with 201 horsepower
C350 with 3.5L direct injected V6 with 302 horsepower
New standard equipment including automatic transmission, rain sensing wipers, auto dimming mirrors, garage door opener, compass, HD radio, Bluetooth audio streaming, ATTENTION ASSIST amd adaptive brakes with HOLD function
New paint and upholstery options
Parktronic available
New Lane tracking Package
LED daytime running lights standard fro both sport and luxury models
Color instrument cluster
Media Interface relocated to center console
Updated version of 7-speed transmission which provides better fuel economy
2012 C-Class Coupe - C350/C63 September/C250 October
Same redesigned interior and improved standard features as the C-Class Sedan
Standard Panoramic Sunroof
Steering Wheel Shift Paddles
10-way power driver seat with memory
Split folding rear seats
Unique wheel
2012 CL-Class - August
New colors - Lunar Blue and Andorite Grey
New 19" AMG triple 5-spoke wheel
2012 CLS-Class - CLS550/CLS63 June/ CLS550 4matic August
All-New bi-turbo engines with direct injection 402 or 518 hp
World's first fully-active all LED headlamps
Electromechanical steering system
Standard sport body styling
Standard Navigation, Pemium sound and SiriusXM
2012 E-Class Sedan - October
New direct injected engines - V6 with 302 hp and V8 with 402 hp
New wheels and steering wheels for some models
Wood/Leather steering wheel now availabel for both sport and luxury models
New Lane Tracking package
LED running lights for both sport and luxury
Color instrument cluster
Media Interface relocated to center console
Updated version of 7-speed transmission which provides better fuel economy
2012 E-Class Wagon - October
The E63 AMG wagon is coming!
2012 E-Class Coupe - E350 July/E550 October
New direct injected engines - V6 with 302 hp and V8 with 402 hp
LED daytime running lights standard
New wheel for E350
New interior colors - Red/Black and Natural Beige/Black leathers
New Lane Tracking Package
Standard shift paddles
Color instrument cluster
Media Interface relocated to center console
Electromechanical steering on V8
2012 E-Class Cabriolet - E350 July/E550 October
New direct injected engines - V6 with 302 hp and V8 with 402 hp
LED daytime running lights standard
New wheel for E350
New interior colors - Red/Black and Natural Beige/Black leathers
New Lane Tracking Package
Standard shift paddles
Color instrument cluster
Media Interface relocated to center console
Electromechanical steering on V8
New Red soft top option
2012 GL-Class - GL450/GL 550 August/ GL350 October
Acoustic Signal when locking/unlocking
Improved Rearview camera software
New ESP off icon
New garage-door opener concept (multicolor LEDs)
New paint colors - Dakota Brown & Pearl Beige
New rear chrome trim for rear control panels
2012 GLK-Class - July
Acoustic Signal when locking/unlocking
Improved Rearview camera software
new ESP off icon
New garage-door opener concept (multicolor LEDs)
Media Interfact port moves to center console
New 20" 5-spoke wheel with Appearance Package
New Colors - Lunar Blue, Sapphire Grey, Diamond White & Cuprite Brown
As the 2012 models begin production, Mercedes-Benz has announced some Special Value Packages to enhance the launch of these models! This information applies to the July production schedule and will continue until further notice.
2012 C-Class Sedan and Coupe
All vehicles will be equipped with the S32 COMAND Launch Package. During this launch period the Audio 20 system and the 320 Multimedia Package are not orderable. The Rearview Camera has been made available as a stand-alone option.
S32 COMAND Launch Package - $930
COMAND Navigation with single CD/DVD
Voice Control
2012 GLK-Class
Two launch packages are available on the GLK-Class. S32 COMAND Launch Package or the new S33 Multimedia Launch Package. During this launch period the 320 Multimedia Package is not orderable but the Audio 20 is available.
S32 COMAND Launch Package - $930
COMAND Navigation with single CD/DVD
Voice Control
S33 Multimedia Launch Package - $2600
COMAND Navigation with single CD/DVD
Voice Control
Universal Customer Interface
Multimedia Interface Cable
Rearview Camera
2012 SLK-Class
All vehicles will be equipped with the S32 COMAND Launch Package which, requires Premium 1 Package. During this launch period the Audio 20 system and the 320 Multimedia Package are not orderable.
S32 COMAND Launch Package - $1150
COMAND Navigation with single CD/DVD
Voice Control
2012 E-Class Coupes and Cabriolets
All vehicles will be equipped with Premium 1 Launch Package or Premium 2 Launch Package.
S01 Premium 1 Launch Package - $3600
Multimedia Interface Cable
Rearview Camera
COMAND with single CD/DVD
Universal Customer Interface
SIRIUS Satellite Radio
Premium Sound
Heated Seats
Power Rear Sun Shade (coupes)
Airscarf (cabriolets)
S02 Premium 2 Launch Package - $6050
S01 Package
Heated & Ventilated Seats
Headlamp Cleaning System
Adaptive Highbeam Assist
Bi-Xenon Headlamps with Active Curve Illumination
Corner Illuminating Lamps
Heated Windshield Washer Reservoir
Keyless GO
2012 ML-Class
All vehicles will be equipped with Premium 1 Launch Package or Premium 2 Launch Package.
This 2011 E350 Cabriolet just arrived at Atlanta Classic Cars. We ordered it a few months ago and have been eager to see this gorgeous new color! It is a deep red with lots of sparkle. It is on display in the showroom waiting for a new home! Come take a look!
Mercedes-Benz has just released these 18" two-tone wheels for the new E-Class coupe and cabriolet. If you have been looking to dress up your new E-Class with a factory approved wheel, this might be a great option. You can get more details about pricing, tires and install from your local dealership. The part numbers are A207 401 1602 7X23 for the front axle and A207 401 1702 7X23 for the rear axle.