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      03-01-2013, 07:14 PM   #67
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When I make it in life I will buy a 1M.....
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      03-01-2013, 07:26 PM   #68
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Mate 1m is more limited get that. Plus you can't get VO in any other supercar I dont think?
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      03-01-2013, 08:14 PM   #69
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Both sides can kiss and make up after sharing a bowl of hummus together. See how hummus has brought together and mended the Palestinians and Israelis.
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      03-01-2013, 08:16 PM   #70
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Both sides can kiss and make up after sharing a bowl of hummus together. See how hummus has brought together and mended the Palestinians and Israelis.
HAHAHAHA. Don't forget the baba ganoush.
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      03-01-2013, 08:16 PM   #71
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      03-01-2013, 08:19 PM   #72
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HAHAHAHA. Don't forget the baba ganoush.
Wallah i forgot
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      03-01-2013, 08:20 PM   #73
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all because I suggest he have a look and a sit in a 250, FFS. Ian, you make d1ck comments you get d1ck replies, it is what happens

Oh yeh, Alpine White is by far the largest seller in Aus on 1Ms, then VO then BSM, I exceled it remember . I suggest Sedona was the least popular E82 colour too. just sayin
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      03-01-2013, 10:03 PM   #74
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The A-Class is going to be a popular hit for Benz. It's a hot hatch - not a supercar. And for a hatch I think it does the job in the looks department.

Benz is really stepping up a notch in its design - it looks like they are targeting a younger / more sporting market imo.

I won't be buying the A45 but the A250 has got me interested as a relatively quick, nimble but fairly practical daily drive. Also the upcoming GLA might offer an alternative to the X1 etc.
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      03-01-2013, 10:46 PM   #75
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Saw a red demonstrator on the road yesterday. Quite like the proportions though a little high sided, the front says Mercedes but the rear is rather generic. Mercedes generally make a quality product, especially in the last 4-5 years, that, along the Mercedes cache will sell it . If the interior is a really nice place to be that can make up for compromises in other areas.
I'd buy one. The question for me would be is there a sufficient gap between it and say a Golf in terms of features, quality and performance to justify the price difference?
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      03-01-2013, 10:58 PM   #76
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has anyone suggested the ballpark price for one?
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      03-02-2013, 12:38 AM   #77
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has anyone suggested the ballpark price for one?
I had a brief discussion with the Mercedes salesman regarding the price, they have nothing in writing at this stage however they are expecting between 80-90k on the road.
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      03-02-2013, 01:08 AM   #78
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Wasting ya time talking seance to someone who can't comprehend a 1m is a 135 with an m3 suspension and mild tune :
true... me and 6000 others and well respected motor journos
I think from memory the 'respected journos' you refer to said the said thing.

Mind you Nuth'n wrong with a 135 with m3 running gear and a proper tune. Should be a baller on the track

Only problem it won't have an M badge
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I think from memory the 'respected journos' you refer to said the said thing.

Mind you Nuth'n wrong with a 135 with m3 running gear and a proper tune. Should be a baller on the track

Only problem it won't have an M badge
Yawn! Get a M3
I don't need a badge to be happy
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      03-02-2013, 04:33 AM   #80
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I had a brief discussion with the Mercedes salesman regarding the price, they have nothing in writing at this stage however they are expecting between 80-90k on the road.
Doubly sold. I like
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I don't need a badge to be happy
Hence you were looking at buying an M3
Not for the badge
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hey Andrew, confusing times mate. get new M3 pure 2, await 2 series, 4 series, A45 or save some coins with a mini cooper S
First world problems, it can't get much worse than that
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First world problems, it can't get much worse than that
haha still a problem nonetheless
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Anyway.

Had a look at the A250 yesterday and probably going to order one Monday when pricing is confirmed.

They've done a nice job on the interior and I like the moonroof. Boot space is plenty and has good head height in the back I thought.

Reverse camera, park assist, nav et al was nice as well.
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Anyway.

Had a look at the A250 yesterday and probably going to order one Monday when pricing is confirmed.

They've done a nice job on the interior and I like the moonroof. Boot space is plenty and has good head height in the back I thought.

Reverse camera, park assist, nav et al was nice as well.
Mr 1234, the rather loaded 250 I looked at was $63k (retail) drive away, if that gives you an idea of pricing.
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      03-02-2013, 09:25 PM   #86
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I drove an A250 last week also, was not overly impressed either with the 7 speed, i also found it struggling to find the correct gear on a few occasions, brilliant car otherwise, they will sell well i reckon, but not good enough for me to give up the hunt for a 1 series.

The A45 on the other hand:
rear looks like a 1m front

not quite right lol

and that screen DOES Look horrible, like a cheap aftermarket GPS that's just tacked on there.. whatw ere they thinking?

ED: and what's with the whistling noise.. and the loud cracks on gear change sound out of place with the rest of the exhaust noises.

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I suggest Sedona was the least popular E82 colour too. just sayin
which is weird, i think sedona is a GREAT colour..

$63k for an A250 sounds a little high, too... is it THAT much nicer than a golf? heck, isn't that R money?.. or what about an audi A1, or even a higher model A3 for the same price?

i'm not a big fan of the seats, especially the headrests.

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You can order the new F20 in VO. I have seen a 118i in VO

I thought we were talking about supercars? You know, like the 1M, 458, Aventador etc etc. Can you get Vomit Orange in those cars?
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ED: and what's with the whistling noise.. and the loud cracks on gear change sound out of place with the rest of the exhaust noises.
I kind of like the whistling noises, sounds like a space ship!

But the gear change noise I hate... sounds like it's taking a poop. Sounds like Audi's poop change too.
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