After 15 months sweating in a F15...I said auf Wiedersehen :(

[jaiden3301]

I remember hearing this on a local MB dealer commercial "If you feel like the world is really closing in on you then the G Class is the vehicle for you" enough said

[deutsch100]

Originally Posted by smyles

I predict a very short honeymoon

Ughhh, WHY? This makes our 9th G-Class!! Why would you even say that?

[deutsch100]

Originally Posted by DuSh

I'll be honest with you guys, G-klass has presence on the road and it's followers, but it has no handling or speed. If I had that money I would have went with new Porsche Cayenne Turbo S (about same money). The same reason I bought X5 50i - I love power and speed and handling in SAVs. 50i was closest I can afford, hence no X5M. However, Porsche Cayenne Turbo S is my childhood dream car lol. Maybe one day.

G-klass is exceptional SUV, a unique one.

Yeah, one does NOT buy a G-Class for handling (LOL), but the Bi-turbo V8 or V12 in the 63 or 65 is fast as hell, and almost nothing sounds as good, deep and mean!

LOVE the Porsche Cayenne, but the all new one is not out yet and current inventory is very low. The Cayenne is the near perfect combo of SUV meets real sports car. I have driven several...Caynenne, S and Turbo and they are all phenomenal!

[deutsch100]

Originally Posted by Falafel Combo

Wow, sorry to hear about that! What a nightmare! It seems some people have that f15 A/C problem and others don't!

Seems like a California problem, and not a first world problem!!

Sweet new ride!! That's badass! I like it! How much do those G-wagons cost? I'm not surprised the A/C is super cold in that thing! It looks like it was built for Dubai duty!

Depending on G550, G63, G550 4x4 squared or G65 and then expensive paint or interior options...2018 G-Class ranges from $130,000 to $250,000+

[deutsch100]

I cannot stand the interior of the upcoming 2019 G-Class. It looks like an S-Class in an SUV. Dual digital screens totally remind me of 80s Night Rider, LOL.
I love, love the more traditional look of the current G-Class, hence the reason I jumped on a 2018. Also, all our local dealers said the first 6 months of 2019 G-Classes will have a market add on of at least $15-30K OVER sticker!!

Originally Posted by Sedoy

Congrats! The only question is why 2018 instead of 2019? Interior looks like it came from 2009 E-class, where 2019 G-class interior is spectacular...

[P1]

Quite a few of my wife's friends drive them (popular among the ladies, at least here in Texas) but they drive horrendously. Drove one to Houston once and it was a full time job just keeping it from driving crooked.

But they certainly look the part.

[Wavy]

Originally Posted by P1et

Quite a few of my wife's friends drive them (popular among the ladies, at least here in Texas) but they drive horrendously. Drove one to Houston once and it was a full time job just keeping it from driving crooked.

But they certainly look the part.

I've heard that the driving characteristics are pretty bad.

[Falafel Combo]

Originally Posted by deutsch100

Depending on G550, G63, G550 4x4 squared or G65 and then expensive paint or interior options...2018 G-Class ranges from $130,000 to $250,000+

Holy shit!!! Hard pass. Homie ain't got that dough yet.

But seriously, that looks badass! Congrats man!

[Falafel Combo]

Originally Posted by deutsch100

I cannot stand the interior of the upcoming 2019 G-Class. It looks like an S-Class in an SUV. Dual digital screens totally remind me of 80s Night Rider, LOL.
I love, love the more traditional look of the current G-Class, hence the reason I jumped on a 2018. Also, all our local dealers said the first 6 months of 2019 G-Classes will have a market add on of at least $15-30K OVER sticker!!

"There shall be no mention of knight rider in a negative light on this forum". It's in the terms of service.



One of my favorite shows growing up.

[Pkitch]

@deutsch100 honest question here, what is the appeal of the G-Wagon?
In fairness I have not driven one, but note you've had quite a spread of nice vehicles, and curious the appeal. Obviously you to having had 9(!) of them!

I would imagine they drive like tanks and so provide a 'feeling' of imperviousness (as well as obvious engine power on the higher models). Is it that feeling that is the juice??

I also personally don't see how the hell they command and get the price points on these vehicles!

Cheers.

[deutsch100]

Originally Posted by Falafel Combo

"There shall be no mention of knight rider in a negative light on this forum". It's in the terms of service.



One of my favorite shows growing up.

LMAO!! Loved Knight Rider too....30 years ago!! ha ha ha As a kid, I loved it too! I wanted Kit so bad!

I just hate the way the MBZ S-Class, E-Class and upcoming 2019 G-Class have those dual digital screens. Looks so unimaginative and strange!

[deutsch100]

Originally Posted by Wavy

I've heard that the driving characteristics are pretty bad.

We are nearing G-Class #10, LOL since 2004! They are amazing on the highway and high speeds. MBZ sometimes lovingly refers to the G as the "Flying Brick". It feels glued to the road and made of solid granite.

BUT....a G-Class does not "handle" like an X5, Cayenne, RR Sport. It is top heavy and cumbersome!

[deutsch100]

Originally Posted by Pkitch

@deutsch100 honest question here, what is the appeal of the G-Wagon?
In fairness I have not driven one, but note you've had quite a spread of nice vehicles, and curious the appeal. Obviously you to having had 9(!) of them!

I would imagine they drive like tanks and so provide a 'feeling' of imperviousness (as well as obvious engine power on the higher models). Is it that feeling that is the juice??

I also personally don't see how the hell they command and get the price points on these vehicles!

Cheers.

You just hit the nail on the head. A G-Class is a feeling, kind of like a full size Range Rover. The G-Class feels literally like a tank, and the driving position is basically like a Mack truck, LOL. Everything is so solid, heavy and you can tell it is such an old school, over-built design. Outward visibility is incredible, and the G just feels "good". They have been commanding high prices for decades. I too, don't know how interest has never waned! I think some of the price and appeal is that The G is basically hand built, by highly trained and skilled Austrian workers! The G is just....The G!!

[P1]

One thing though, they sound absolutely incredible. No exhaust note beats an AMG starting.

[smyles]

Originally Posted by deutsch100

Ughhh, WHY? This makes our 9th G-Class!! Why would you even say that?

If they're so great, why changing so often?

[Pkitch]

Originally Posted by deutsch100

You just hit the nail on the head. A G-Class is a feeling, kind of like a full size Range Rover. The G-Class feels literally like a tank, and the driving position is basically like a Mack truck, LOL. Everything is so solid, heavy and you can tell it is such an old school, over-built design. Outward visibility is incredible, and the G just feels "good". They have been commanding high prices for decades. I too, don't know how interest has never waned! I think some of the price and appeal is that The G is basically hand built, by highly trained and skilled Austrian workers! The G is just....The G!!

Makes sense, and glad for you that you have the luxury of choice, thanks for sharing. I did have a friend years back that had one and also raved about it back then. Enjoy and hopefully we'll see you back here again...

[deutsch100]

Originally Posted by smyles

If they're so great, why changing so often?

2004 to 2018 is a long time. They started only with G500 imported to the USA, and then G55, then G63 and then new version of G63 Biturbo.

With each major change we have changed too. Sometimes for engine, and/or transmission and sometimes for interior updates/colours/features!

If you do not love a model, you do not get so many

[DuSh]

Originally Posted by smyles

If they're so great, why changing so often?

You know if I had money I could have changed my X5 every year lol. OP is clearly not working at the minimum wage, so if he can change cars - why not?

[Stev_chu]

Originally Posted by deutsch100

Bittersweet day yesterday! After 15 months in a '17 X5 F15....I said goodbye! Loved the looks, engine, transmission, handling, performance, especially loved the iDrive...but I just could not suffer another summer in an F15 sweatbox!

We had 3 days of 95-100F this past week (it is only JUNE)...and I knew life is just too short to "suffer" like this! 1st world problem I know, before any of you attack me!!

I know many of you have wonderfully performing air conditioners in your F15, and I so wish I was one of you.

Regardless of using Max AC, stupidly having to disable rear climate, setting the AC down to 66, blue/red wheels on the dash, constantly fiddling with vents...and the dashboard, windshield and roof inside the F15 stays HOT for hours!!! You can literally feel the heat radiating onto you while driving!

Many of you (luckily) live in climates that are not too hot. Where I live in Southern California...we have 6-9 months of 90-100+F daily.

I welcomed a new 2018 Mercedes-Benz G63 home yesterday. Iridium Silver metallic with bright red and black 2-tone leather. Best part....you start the car, and if it is hot, or even warm...the AUTO AC blasts full power, and then kicks down the blower, like every other car in the world besides the F15. I swear the AC is so cold and so strong in this G-Wagen, you could cool a small apartment. Strong AC, small windshield, cooled seats and window tinting...I will NOT suffer another summer!

Thanks for all the help and fun. I might just hang around, since most of you are really fun on this Forum!

Originally Posted by deutsch100

Bittersweet day yesterday! After 15 months in a '17 X5 F15....I said goodbye! Loved the looks, engine, transmission, handling, performance, especially loved the iDrive...but I just could not suffer another summer in an F15 sweatbox!

We had 3 days of 95-100F this past week (it is only JUNE)...and I knew life is just too short to "suffer" like this! 1st world problem I know, before any of you attack me!!

I know many of you have wonderfully performing air conditioners in your F15, and I so wish I was one of you.

Regardless of using Max AC, stupidly having to disable rear climate, setting the AC down to 66, blue/red wheels on the dash, constantly fiddling with vents...and the dashboard, windshield and roof inside the F15 stays HOT for hours!!! You can literally feel the heat radiating onto you while driving!

Many of you (luckily) live in climates that are not too hot. Where I live in Southern California...we have 6-9 months of 90-100+F daily.

I welcomed a new 2018 Mercedes-Benz G63 home yesterday. Iridium Silver metallic with bright red and black 2-tone leather. Best part....you start the car, and if it is hot, or even warm...the AUTO AC blasts full power, and then kicks down the blower, like every other car in the world besides the F15. I swear the AC is so cold and so strong in this G-Wagen, you could cool a small apartment. Strong AC, small windshield, cooled seats and window tinting...I will NOT suffer another summer!

Thanks for all the help and fun. I might just hang around, since most of you are really fun on this Forum!

Hate to see you leaves..but good luck

[deutsch100]

Originally Posted by Stev_chu

Hate to see you leaves..but good luck

Might have left my F15, but plan on staying here. I spent 15 months with an X5 40e and 35d...so I know a thing or two

[Kdavis61]

Congrats, we're quite a G family too. I have had 1 and my dad has had about 15 haha. Currently he has a 2016 G63 and a 1991 G320. The speed is certainly there, but we personally don't buy them for speed or handling, just the sound of the doors closing shows the strength and solidarity of the vehicle. Congrats again, love the color combo.

[boosted43]

Terrible car for DD in my opinion. New one should be much better for daily. The previous gen was starting to feel like a dinosaur. But your car so congrats.