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    Ordered a G55 this week

    Placed an order for a 2010 G55 AMG this week. The local spec is expensive, but it has all the options as standard Smiley Delivery should be middle or 3rd quarter of next year.

    I'm still finalizing the specs, but will post the final order once everything is done Smiley


    Re: Ordered a G55 this week

    very cool choice. i was always contemplating one too. only it's ages old chassis is what made me decide against it.

    a timeless classic nevertheless.....


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    Re: Ordered a G55 this week

    intouch1:

    a timeless classic nevertheless.....


    Absolutely. Great choice Mike! Smiley
     


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    Re: Ordered a G55 this week

    Mike S:

    Placed an order for a 2010 G55 AMG this week. The local spec is expensive, but it has all the options as standard Smiley Delivery should be middle or 3rd quarter of next year.

    I'm still finalizing the specs, but will post the final order once everything is done Smiley


    Congrats. I just looked at a G55 at my dealer here in Germany, impressive car and built like a tank.


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    Re: Ordered a G55 this week

    Wow, great! Choice!

    But damn, thats one looong delivery time for such s "standard" car, what gives?


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    Re: Ordered a G55 this week

    Strange choice but hey, you have everything else ;)

    Re: Ordered a G55 this week

    WOW Mike again nice choice! I think the G55 is the ultimate status symbol. It's just so solid and high-end at the same time. please say you got it in black, all greys work fine too! 


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    indeed shifting is ancient technology - so is a fuel burning engine..  I happen to like both :) 
    _____________________________________________________________________
    1984 BMW 323i 5spd 2.3L 141 hp (105 kW) More door. Black on black (parting out) 
    1986 BMW 325e 5spd 2.7L 121 hp (172 lb·ft) Le Mans Blau on Tan leather.
    1986 BMW 325is 5spd 2.5L 168 hp (164 lb-ft) White on Tan leather (parted out) 
    2005 Ford Focus S, 5spd 2.0L 136 hp (120lb-ft) CD silver on grey (sold)
    1986 Porsche 944, 5spd 2.5L 150 hp (168lb-ft) champagne gold on grown leather. (sold)


    Re: Ordered a G55 this week

    Oh man, this is cool indeed!  I know a couple of guys here who wants one badly, but you can't buy them here.  Congrats Mike, GREAT choice of car once again!  (although there is the suspect choice of the Vauxhall of late lol).


    Re: Ordered a G55 this week

    I was beginning to get worried as Mike hadn't bought a new car this week!  Congrats mate!


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    Re: Ordered a G55 this week

     Congrats ! 


    Re: Ordered a G55 this week

    REALZEUS:

    I was beginning to get worried as Mike hadn't bought a new car this week! 

    He probably just bought two last week and forgot to tell us. Smiley


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    Re: Ordered a G55 this week

    fritz:
    REALZEUS:

    I was beginning to get worried as Mike hadn't bought a new car this week! 

    He probably just bought two last week and forgot to tell us. Smiley


    I hope he will remember the new cars, when he will have a look in his garage. Smiley
     


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    Re: Ordered a G55 this week

    Congrats with the new toy Mike


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    Re: Ordered a G55 this week

    Luv It! timeless classic !!

    Drive it in good health bro


    Re: Ordered a G55 this week

    Could be a bit difficult to keep clean in black....Smiley

     


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    LOL! Thanks guys. The car is indeed a timeless classic. I'm looking to get it in a dark gray. Similar to the battleship gray if not identical to the one found on the LP640. Basically a clearcoated Reventon colour

    PS. I am also looking at a S600 or Quattroporte this week (That is for work related though Smiley)


    Re: Ordered a G55 this week

    WAY:

    Oh man, this is cool indeed!  I know a couple of guys here who wants one badly, but you can't buy them here.  Congrats Mike, GREAT choice of car once again!  (although there is the suspect choice of the Vauxhall of late lol).

    Hi WAY,

    They are not officially available here either, I had to go through the local head office for MB. It can be done.

    Here is the document for the RHD versions.

    G 55 AMG



    Modification year 2009-1 brings with it a series of equipment modifications for the G-Class. Seating comfort in particular, has been improved.


    Standard equipment

    • Improved front seats developed according to the newest ergonomic standards, with improved seating comfort and more lateral support
    • Electrical lumbar support
    • Rear seats and rear head restraints matching the design of the front seats
    • Aux-in connection in the glove compartment
    • Designer key - The ignition key familiar from many of the passenger car series will also be adopted for the G-Class.
    • Ambient lighting in door side panelling, door panel unit, front and rear foot wells and centre console stowage compartment
    • Leather-covered instrument panel, black
    • The Chrome package comprises:
      1. Radiator grille with chrome inserts
      2. Chrome-framed automatic transmission selector lever
      3. All-round chrome trim on wood cover of seat adjustment switch panel
      4. Chrome ring around the loudspeaker mesh in the front doors
      5. Door sill panel in load compartment with "AMG" lettering

     




    New front seats:

    The G-Class will be equipped with the front seats of the new E-Class (W212) in a G-Class specific variant. These front seats developed according to the latest ergonomic findings provide improved seating comfort and lateral support. The electric lumbar support is included in the basic
    specification.

    The functionality of the optional multi-contour seats has been further improved; the controls have been adopted from the E-Class, and have a substantially more attractive feel and appearance.

    The rear seat unit has been redesigned in line with the front seats, also the head restraints.

    The decorative seams previously colour-coordinated with the leather colour will be omitted for all designo upholsteries. As in the E-Class, the decorative seams will always be in contrasting "black", with "pebble" as the contrasting colour in the case of single-tone designo leather in black.


    Technical Data:

    Engine

     

    G 55 AMG

    Arrangement/number of cylinders

     

    V8

    Valves per cylinder

     

    4

    Displacement

    cc

    5439

    Bore x stroke

    mm

    97,0/92,0

    Nominal power output

    kW at rpm

    350/6100

    Nominal torque

    Nm at rpm

    700/2650-4500

    Power transmission

     

     

    Drive

     

    Four-wheel permanent

    Gearbox

     

    Autom. five-speed

    Ratios

     

    3,60/2,19/1,41/1,00/0,83/R3,17

    Rear axle ratio

     

    4,38

     

    Off-road-specific data

       

    Ground clearance

    mm

    205

    Max. approach angle

    Degrees

    34

    Max. departure angle

    Degrees

    29

    Wading depth

    mm

    500

    Climbing ability

    %

    up to 80

    Lateral tilt angle

    %

    54


    Please refer to the attachment for recommended retail pricing and specification levels.



    Please take note of the following:-

    • All G55 are produced as LHD units and converted to RHD at the AMG factory.
    • Due to the conversion process, the build time is extended by an additional 6-8 weeks
    • As this is a converted vehicle certain items will remain in the LHD configuration (see attached list)
    • The final vehicle price is subject to exchange rates at the time of completion.
    • Please ensure that you follow the manual sales process via your RSM.




    Re: Ordered a G55 this week

    This G55 is too flashy, you need one of these to stay un-noticed

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    Re: Ordered a G55 this week

    Maybe want to consider a bit of Brabus strenght training to get it fitter for...classic car


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    The G55 is a keeper and a all-time classic! Never will get old!

    Great choice and to say... I would never expected that on your wish list ;)


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    Mike S:

    PS. I am also looking at a S600 or Quattroporte this week (That is for work related though Smiley)

    OMG, do you buy car's for meetings like we buy tie's Smiley

    If its a business partner you might want  to downsize to a E class or even C. But then again S600 is down sizing for you haha Smiley

     congrats as always, the G will look fantastic in meteor grey Smiley


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    indeed shifting is ancient technology - so is a fuel burning engine..  I happen to like both :) 
    _____________________________________________________________________
    1984 BMW 323i 5spd 2.3L 141 hp (105 kW) More door. Black on black (parting out) 
    1986 BMW 325e 5spd 2.7L 121 hp (172 lb·ft) Le Mans Blau on Tan leather.
    1986 BMW 325is 5spd 2.5L 168 hp (164 lb-ft) White on Tan leather (parted out) 
    2005 Ford Focus S, 5spd 2.0L 136 hp (120lb-ft) CD silver on grey (sold)
    1986 Porsche 944, 5spd 2.5L 150 hp (168lb-ft) champagne gold on grown leather. (sold)


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    Atzporsche:
    Mike S:

    PS. I am also looking at a S600 or Quattroporte this week (That is for work related though Smiley)

    OMG, do you buy car's for meetings like we buy tie's Smiley

    If its a business partner you might want  to downsize to a E class or even C. But then again S600 is down sizing for you haha Smiley

     congrats as always, the G will look fantastic in meteor grey Smiley


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    indeed shifting is ancient technology - so is a fuel burning engine..  I happen to like both :) 
    _____________________________________________________________________
    1984 BMW 323i 5spd 2.3L 141 hp (105 kW) More door. Black on black (parting out) 
    1986 BMW 325e 5spd 2.7L 121 hp (172 lb·ft) Le Mans Blau on Tan leather.
    1986 BMW 325is 5spd 2.5L 168 hp (164 lb-ft) White on Tan leather (parted out) 
    2005 Ford Focus S, 5spd 2.0L 136 hp (120lb-ft) CD silver on grey (sold)
    1986 Porsche 944, 5spd 2.5L 150 hp (168lb-ft) champagne gold on grown leather. (sold)

    No, it is for the chauffeur to drive Smiley


    Re: Ordered a G55 this week

    Atzporsche:

    OMG, do you buy car's for meetings like we buy tie's Smiley


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    indeed shifting is ancient technology - so is a fuel burning engine..  I happen to like both :) 
    _____________________________________________________________________
    1984 BMW 323i 5spd 2.3L 141 hp (105 kW) More door. Black on black (parting out) 
    1986 BMW 325e 5spd 2.7L 121 hp (172 lb·ft) Le Mans Blau on Tan leather.
    1986 BMW 325is 5spd 2.5L 168 hp (164 lb-ft) White on Tan leather (parted out) 
    2005 Ford Focus S, 5spd 2.0L 136 hp (120lb-ft) CD silver on grey (sold)
    1986 Porsche 944, 5spd 2.5L 150 hp (168lb-ft) champagne gold on grown leather. (sold)


    I have baught more cars then tie's in last 4 years Smiley


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    Re: Ordered a G55 this week

    congrats Mike!so curious to see this special colour !


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    Gnil:
    Atzporsche:

    OMG, do you buy car's for meetings like we buy tie's Smiley


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    indeed shifting is ancient technology - so is a fuel burning engine..  I happen to like both :) 
    _____________________________________________________________________
    1984 BMW 323i 5spd 2.3L 141 hp (105 kW) More door. Black on black (parting out) 
    1986 BMW 325e 5spd 2.7L 121 hp (172 lb·ft) Le Mans Blau on Tan leather.
    1986 BMW 325is 5spd 2.5L 168 hp (164 lb-ft) White on Tan leather (parted out) 
    2005 Ford Focus S, 5spd 2.0L 136 hp (120lb-ft) CD silver on grey (sold)
    1986 Porsche 944, 5spd 2.5L 150 hp (168lb-ft) champagne gold on grown leather. (sold)


    I have baught more cars then tie's in last 4 years Smiley

    haha me too actually Smiley


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    indeed shifting is ancient technology - so is a fuel burning engine..  I happen to like both :) 
    _____________________________________________________________________
    1984 BMW 323i 5spd 2.3L 141 hp (105 kW) More door. Black on black (parting out) 
    1986 BMW 325e 5spd 2.7L 121 hp (172 lb·ft) Le Mans Blau on Tan leather.
    1986 BMW 325is 5spd 2.5L 168 hp (164 lb-ft) White on Tan leather (parted out) 
    2005 Ford Focus S, 5spd 2.0L 136 hp (120lb-ft) CD silver on grey (sold)
    1986 Porsche 944, 5spd 2.5L 150 hp (168lb-ft) champagne gold on grown leather. (sold)


    Re: Ordered a G55 this week

    Gnil:
    Atzporsche:

    OMG, do you buy car's for meetings like we buy tie's Smiley


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    indeed shifting is ancient technology - so is a fuel burning engine..  I happen to like both :) 
    _____________________________________________________________________
    1984 BMW 323i 5spd 2.3L 141 hp (105 kW) More door. Black on black (parting out) 
    1986 BMW 325e 5spd 2.7L 121 hp (172 lb·ft) Le Mans Blau on Tan leather.
    1986 BMW 325is 5spd 2.5L 168 hp (164 lb-ft) White on Tan leather (parted out) 
    2005 Ford Focus S, 5spd 2.0L 136 hp (120lb-ft) CD silver on grey (sold)
    1986 Porsche 944, 5spd 2.5L 150 hp (168lb-ft) champagne gold on grown leather. (sold)


    I have baught more cars then tie's in last 4 years Smiley

     Who wears ties these days anyway.  I don't.


    Re: Ordered a G55 this week

    Mike S:
    WAY:

    Oh man, this is cool indeed!  I know a couple of guys here who wants one badly, but you can't buy them here.  Congrats Mike, GREAT choice of car once again!  (although there is the suspect choice of the Vauxhall of late lol).

    Hi WAY,

    They are not officially available here either, I had to go through the local head office for MB. It can be done.

    Here is the document for the RHD versions.

    G 55 AMG



    Modification year 2009-1 brings with it a series of equipment modifications for the G-Class. Seating comfort in particular, has been improved.


    Standard equipment

    • Improved front seats developed according to the newest ergonomic standards, with improved seating comfort and more lateral support
    • Electrical lumbar support
    • Rear seats and rear head restraints matching the design of the front seats
    • Aux-in connection in the glove compartment
    • Designer key - The ignition key familiar from many of the passenger car series will also be adopted for the G-Class.
    • Ambient lighting in door side panelling, door panel unit, front and rear foot wells and centre console stowage compartment
    • Leather-covered instrument panel, black
    • The Chrome package comprises:
      1. Radiator grille with chrome inserts
      2. Chrome-framed automatic transmission selector lever
      3. All-round chrome trim on wood cover of seat adjustment switch panel
      4. Chrome ring around the loudspeaker mesh in the front doors
      5. Door sill panel in load compartment with "AMG" lettering

     




    New front seats:

    The G-Class will be equipped with the front seats of the new E-Class (W212) in a G-Class specific variant. These front seats developed according to the latest ergonomic findings provide improved seating comfort and lateral support. The electric lumbar support is included in the basic
    specification.

    The functionality of the optional multi-contour seats has been further improved; the controls have been adopted from the E-Class, and have a substantially more attractive feel and appearance.

    The rear seat unit has been redesigned in line with the front seats, also the head restraints.

    The decorative seams previously colour-coordinated with the leather colour will be omitted for all designo upholsteries. As in the E-Class, the decorative seams will always be in contrasting "black", with "pebble" as the contrasting colour in the case of single-tone designo leather in black.


    Technical Data:

    Engine

     

    G 55 AMG

    Arrangement/number of cylinders

     

    V8

    Valves per cylinder

     

    4

    Displacement

    cc

    5439

    Bore x stroke

    mm

    97,0/92,0

    Nominal power output

    kW at rpm

    350/6100

    Nominal torque

    Nm at rpm

    700/2650-4500

    Power transmission

     

     

    Drive

     

    Four-wheel permanent

    Gearbox

     

    Autom. five-speed

    Ratios

     

    3,60/2,19/1,41/1,00/0,83/R3,17

    Rear axle ratio

     

    4,38

     

    Off-road-specific data

       

    Ground clearance

    mm

    205

    Max. approach angle

    Degrees

    34

    Max. departure angle

    Degrees

    29

    Wading depth

    mm

    500

    Climbing ability

    %

    up to 80

    Lateral tilt angle

    %

    54


    Please refer to the attachment for recommended retail pricing and specification levels.



    Please take note of the following:-

    • All G55 are produced as LHD units and converted to RHD at the AMG factory.
    • Due to the conversion process, the build time is extended by an additional 6-8 weeks
    • As this is a converted vehicle certain items will remain in the LHD configuration (see attached list)
    • The final vehicle price is subject to exchange rates at the time of completion.
    • Please ensure that you follow the manual sales process via your RSM.



     Thanks for the info Mike.  I will let my friends know.  Although they did enquire with their dealer previously who flatly said no.  I think they have to contact MB Australia themselves.


    Re: Ordered a G55 this week

    Hi Mike,

    I am really curious to know, did you get the G55 in the end?

    Thanks!

    cheers!


    Re: Ordered a G55 this week

    Congrats Mike  


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    Re: Ordered a G55 this week

    easy_rider911:

    Congrats Mike  

     

    Thread is from 2009. Smiley Smiley


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