Hi Dwight,
To be honest, I didn't really look for one, but will next time I'm there.
The only diesels I see around here, in the newer models, are most often in
the large GL SUVs. You do see the odd one in an M Class too. I'm not sure
if either are Bluetech, or just their regular diesels, as I'm not really up
on the latest diesel offerings. The did have a SDL in for servicing,
getting it's snows on though.
A number of older cars here are still dealer serviced, including mine,
('88), right up until I purchased it about a year or so ago.
I'll ask about what models the Bluetech is offered in here (Canada) next
time I'm in, and report back. ;-)
Ed
300E
2009/12/10 Dwight E. Giles, Jr <degco...@cox.net>
> ED,
> Did they have any Bluetecs there?
>
> Bissell Cove Quahog & Auto Salvage Co
> Dwight E. Giles, Jr.
> Wickford RI 02852
>
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> Sent: Thursday, December 10, 2009 2:12 PM
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> Subject: [MBZ] trip to the local dealer
>
> I was in the area, so stopped off at one of my local dealers today, for a
> peek around. I do these little dealer showroom updates for those who don't
> have a dealer nearby to see what's new on the floor.
>
> Anyway, I know there's isn't a lot of interest on the list with newer
> models, but looking at the build quality, and attention to fit and finish
> on
> the current C, E, and S Class models, it looks like Mercedes has turned the
> corner, and are now headed back in the right direction. The previous model
> S Class was a huge disappointment to me. My first experience with one, was
> running my hand along the inside of a door seal, only to have one of the
> spot welds cut my finger, which was protruding through the paint!! Ok, I
> thought a one off boo boo, but found the same things on another car! Hard
> to believe that car was made by the same company as the W140 series. Yeah
> yeah, I know the W140 was a fortune to run, and service properly, but it
> was
> never meant for the masses, or those on a budget.
>
> The new S is amazing! Interior fit and finish, feel and look of materials
> are all first class. Not a cheap car, but I'm sure regardless of how much
> you spend, if you couldn't find better quality. The way things are put
> together, looks every bit as good as on the Maybachs I've seen.
>
> Caught a peek at the new E Class, in full pavement melting AMG kit. It was
> pulling away from teh dealer, and sounded every bit the business!! Yummy.
>
> They also had a Hybrid S there, and other than exterior badges, I couldn't
> tell it from a standard gasser car. Most Ss here seem to come with the AMG
> sport package, so regardless of the engine, they all looks a bit sportier
> and more aggressive.
>
> They also had a SLR 733 drop top on the floor. I'm wondering with how much
> they've depreciated (if you peek on eBay), and the new SLS arriving soon,
> if
> ppl are just waiting for the new car, which gives similar performance, but
> at a lot less money.
>
> They also had an original Gullwing on the floor which has been there
> awhile,
> so maybe it's a company car, or belongs to the guy who owns the dealership.
> Either way, great looking car, and must have looked like something from
> outer space when it first arrived. Much like the Countach in the 70s.
>
> Well there it is. Off to remove the snow from the old E, and give it a
> quick vacuum.
>
> Happy motoring everyone.
>
> Ed
> 300E
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