Why an SUV Andy? Why not something that's less likely to roll over, has a lower center of gravity, doesn't block the view of other drivers, doesn't make use of less stringent emissions laws, and most likely is more comfortable too?
Why an SUV Andy? Why not something that's less likely to roll over, has a lower center of gravity, doesn't block the view of other drivers, doesn't make use of less stringent emissions laws, and most likely is more comfortable too?
In 1997, Mercedes-Benz presented at the Tokyo Motorshow an ultra-luxury concept car under the name Mercedes-Benz Maybach (V12, 5987 cc, 394 hp). The concept was quite successful and it was decided to develop it. Mercedes however took the decision to market the car under the sole brand Maybach.
Maybach was therefore revived as a brand in the early 2000s, with the production of the new model in two sizes; — the Maybach 57 and the Maybach 62, (the numbers are equal to the lengths of the automobiles in decimetres); the longer 62 allows rear occupants to recline fully in their seats. The prices range from US$305,000 to $357,000; they are priced to compete with the top-of-the-range Bentley and Rolls-Royce automobiles. In 2005, the new 57S has been added, sporting a more powerful engine (6.0L V12 bi-turbo, producing 604bhp and 737lb/ft of torque) and cosmetic touches that provides a sporty image. Also the 57s, (sport) in 2006. When a customer decides to order a Maybach they can go to Sindelfingen, the marque’s headquarters, (or meet over a video conference centre at a dealer in their own country) to specify every and any detail they desire. Many customers will personalise their cars with their initials or coats of arms. Maybach executives liken the experience to ordering a custom-built yacht or a personalized jet aircraft. Also, with a hand-crafted finish quality, and over two million equipment options, it is unlikely that two identical cars will ever leave the factory. The Maybach then, with its V12 engine and its reclining leather seats, combines utter speed and performance with complete luxury.
You guys do now that that's a very unusable car, right? I wonder why they don't even show a picture of it on their website when they've been showing their pre-production model all over TV.
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I hate hate hate with a passion going to the dealer. I'd rather have 5 root canals.
Anyhow, test drove the Compass by Jeep today. Nice, very nice. Muuuuch more smoootherer than the Liberty. The compass rides like the Cherokee, really really nice. I'm fairly sold. I would have bought, except when I produced my Chrysler Employee Discount Card given to me by a friend, they then wrote down the new price, cool! 10 mins later as I'm writing out the check, the manager comes over and says "nope - we won't honor that price."
I hate hate hate with a passion going to the dealer. I'd rather have 5 root canals.
Anyhow, test drove the Compass by Jeep today. Nice, very nice. Muuuuch more smoootherer than the Liberty. The compass rides like the Cherokee, really really nice. I'm fairly sold. I would have bought, except when I produced my Chrysler Employee Discount Card given to me by a friend, they then wrote down the new price, cool! 10 mins later as I'm writing out the check, the manager comes over and says "nope - we won't honor that price."
Buh-bye dealership
and thats when you say, "Well damn that sucks, was gonna get one of the wife and daughter too. Oh well theres always the dealership over in ______. I'm sure they wouldn't mind three sales."
Sorry, I don't know the first thing about tint - I associate that with the boy-racer crowd and never really had much need for it.
Nano-ceramic film sounds awfully cool and up my alley though... I doubt it'll be practical, but I'll dig through that site. My guess however, is that its all about the competency of the installer. Anyone can do it, but only good shops can do it right. I'd ask around locally, maybe see who your dealer uses for that kind of thing.
Sorry, I don't know the first thing about tint - I associate that with the boy-racer crowd and never really had much need for it.
Nano-ceramic film sounds awfully cool and up my alley though... I doubt it'll be practical, but I'll dig through that site. My guess however, is that its all about the competency of the installer. Anyone can do it, but only good shops can do it right. I'd ask around locally, maybe see who your dealer uses for that kind of thing.
The reason I'm even thinking about it is to keep heat down in the car. I don't really care about the *look* of tinting, just the heat reduction. And what I've heard about the ceramic tint is that it offers more heat reduction than other tints, so you can even put a lighter tint on and still get the benefits of it. Also, not being metallic it won't interfere with the GPS.
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Off to jeepland tomorrow.
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That, and perhaps getting 40MPG or more.
"You miss 100% of the shots you don't take" - Wayne Gretzky
There is no finer car made anywhere. Only 1,000 per year. 4 leave the factory on a given day.
The rear ceiling goes from opaque to translucent at the push of a button.
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In 1997, Mercedes-Benz presented at the Tokyo Motorshow an ultra-luxury concept car under the name Mercedes-Benz Maybach (V12, 5987 cc, 394 hp). The concept was quite successful and it was decided to develop it. Mercedes however took the decision to market the car under the sole brand Maybach.
Maybach was therefore revived as a brand in the early 2000s, with the production of the new model in two sizes; — the Maybach 57 and the Maybach 62, (the numbers are equal to the lengths of the automobiles in decimetres); the longer 62 allows rear occupants to recline fully in their seats. The prices range from US$305,000 to $357,000; they are priced to compete with the top-of-the-range Bentley and Rolls-Royce automobiles. In 2005, the new 57S has been added, sporting a more powerful engine (6.0L V12 bi-turbo, producing 604bhp and 737lb/ft of torque) and cosmetic touches that provides a sporty image. Also the 57s, (sport) in 2006. When a customer decides to order a Maybach they can go to Sindelfingen, the marque’s headquarters, (or meet over a video conference centre at a dealer in their own country) to specify every and any detail they desire. Many customers will personalise their cars with their initials or coats of arms. Maybach executives liken the experience to ordering a custom-built yacht or a personalized jet aircraft. Also, with a hand-crafted finish quality, and over two million equipment options, it is unlikely that two identical cars will ever leave the factory. The Maybach then, with its V12 engine and its reclining leather seats, combines utter speed and performance with complete luxury.
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I'm not wasting $50K
I hate cars. All of them. I hate you all, too
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Is it that much? Damn
At least you'd be ridin' in style
jeep too.
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Fixed.
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I hate hate hate with a passion going to the dealer. I'd rather have 5 root canals.
Anyhow, test drove the Compass by Jeep today. Nice, very nice. Muuuuch more smoootherer than the Liberty. The compass rides like the Cherokee, really really nice. I'm fairly sold. I would have bought, except when I produced my Chrysler Employee Discount Card given to me by a friend, they then wrote down the new price, cool! 10 mins later as I'm writing out the check, the manager comes over and says "nope - we won't honor that price."
Buh-bye dealership
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Sid. Those rear seats fully recline. Think about it. FUL-LY RE-CLINE. Nice.
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Nano-ceramic film sounds awfully cool and up my alley though... I doubt it'll be practical, but I'll dig through that site. My guess however, is that its all about the competency of the installer. Anyone can do it, but only good shops can do it right. I'd ask around locally, maybe see who your dealer uses for that kind of thing.
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You still playing match maker here andy?
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The reason I'm even thinking about it is to keep heat down in the car. I don't really care about the *look* of tinting, just the heat reduction. And what I've heard about the ceramic tint is that it offers more heat reduction than other tints, so you can even put a lighter tint on and still get the benefits of it. Also, not being metallic it won't interfere with the GPS.
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Wasn't, back in 1983.
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Yeah, there's restrictions on it, but it's legal.
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