The new ML
- Thread starter BenzBoy
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Patrick_R
Grand Master
Oh my god Brian.
That’s horrible.
If you use it on the garden, please don’t grow any food in it
Patrick_R
Grand Master
You do love your full size spares Brian, I commend you on this.
This looks great,
But you still need to turn the wheel over and get that dirt off I have indicated for you
This looks great,
But you still need to turn the wheel over and get that dirt off I have indicated for you
Patrick_R
Grand Master
That’s stunning Brian.
What a beautiful ML you have found.
Really nice work mate.
Thanks for sharing.
What a beautiful ML you have found.
Really nice work mate.
Thanks for sharing.
Patrick_R
Grand Master
That’s first rate customer service Brian.
What has happened to the booster to require a recall?
What has happened to the booster to require a recall?
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BenzBoy
Grand Master
- Thread Starter
- #31
REC-005438 - MERCEDES-BENZ AUSTRALIA/PACIFIC PTY LTD - Mercedes-Benz ML, GL and R Class 2005 - 2013 | Vehicle Recalls
Recall notice for MERCEDES-BENZ AUSTRALIA/PACIFIC PTY LTD - Mercedes-Benz ML, GL and R Class 2005 - 2013
www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au
Patrick_R
Grand Master
Fully agree there Brian.
I have to say, I’ve not seen this done before.
100% of costs are direct to the factory, so usually they are trying to get the dealer to keep costs down, they even dictate the repair time they will pay the dealer, and the dealer can’t claim one cent more.
Parts are sent direct from the factory.
This sounds like what we would call a “campaign” due to the fact they said they will come and inspect.
A campaign is to inspect something that “may” be a potential in field problem.
Inspection is done, if all clear, it is ticked off with the factory.
If a problem is found, the dealer completes the recall.
I have to say, I’ve not seen this done before.
100% of costs are direct to the factory, so usually they are trying to get the dealer to keep costs down, they even dictate the repair time they will pay the dealer, and the dealer can’t claim one cent more.
Parts are sent direct from the factory.
This sounds like what we would call a “campaign” due to the fact they said they will come and inspect.
A campaign is to inspect something that “may” be a potential in field problem.
Inspection is done, if all clear, it is ticked off with the factory.
If a problem is found, the dealer completes the recall.
sean sherry
Master
In God we trust... all others pay Cash..... A lesson learnt...... Just found out from the Trade in Dealer that
the C250 CGI I bought 3 years ago was a Repairable Write off in Queensland and re-birthed in NSW Halved the Trade in Value !!! It was panel damage only Car was straight and true.
I bought the Car in good faith locally, it had a Service History from the owner going back 10 years.
Did he know ? Hard to tell..... but I was left holding the Baby..... cost me $6000 lesson.
But a negotiate with the Dealer eased that to $3000... Softened the blow a little.
I have Bought a Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Turbo ...top of the Line Equipped like a modern Jet Plane.
With a CVT Automatic it is very responsive with Paddle Shift over ride function, and Quiet.
Caveat Emperor........
the C250 CGI I bought 3 years ago was a Repairable Write off in Queensland and re-birthed in NSW Halved the Trade in Value !!! It was panel damage only Car was straight and true.
I bought the Car in good faith locally, it had a Service History from the owner going back 10 years.
Did he know ? Hard to tell..... but I was left holding the Baby..... cost me $6000 lesson.
But a negotiate with the Dealer eased that to $3000... Softened the blow a little.
I have Bought a Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Turbo ...top of the Line Equipped like a modern Jet Plane.
With a CVT Automatic it is very responsive with Paddle Shift over ride function, and Quiet.
Caveat Emperor........
Patrick_R
Grand Master
Sean,
Any used car can be checked on line via the REVS check.
It checks many things, including if the vehicle has ever been written off.
Any used car can be checked on line via the REVS check.
It checks many things, including if the vehicle has ever been written off.
sean sherry
Master
This was my first foray into used Cars for 40 years. Always bought new....
To smart for my own good !!!!!
To smart for my own good !!!!!
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BenzBoy
Grand Master
- Thread Starter
- #37
The Mercedes recall technician arrived on time, tested and passed the ML as fit for use. Phew. MB will inspect in 18 months time to ensure the integrity of the issue.
I had to prise the technician out of the E350 Coupe as he fell in love with it, not having seen the colour combination previously. Then he found the Spirit in the garage and I think I may have converted him to English cars.... what a pity I did not have the PV in the garage to completely win him over.
Regards,
Brian
I had to prise the technician out of the E350 Coupe as he fell in love with it, not having seen the colour combination previously. Then he found the Spirit in the garage and I think I may have converted him to English cars.... what a pity I did not have the PV in the garage to completely win him over.
Regards,
Brian
Patrick_R
Grand Master
He would surely have feinted if he saw the PV Brian.
Should have taken him for a run in the Spirit
Should have taken him for a run in the Spirit
sean sherry
Master
6 Speed Manuals indeed Brian..... How about an 8 Speed CVT in my new Mitsubishi .
Using the Manual Pedals on to shift up and down there are 8 distinct Shifts. The up and down shifts in Automatic Mode are indicatable. Smooth as Glass ( or a new born baby's Bum )
Using the Manual Pedals on to shift up and down there are 8 distinct Shifts. The up and down shifts in Automatic Mode are indicatable. Smooth as Glass ( or a new born baby's Bum )
Patrick_R
Grand Master
Speaking of the PV Brian.
Have you got a set of these for country picnics?
Have you got a set of these for country picnics?