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Classic Top Gear: Review of the SL500 when it came out.

Muamer Hodzic — Thu, 16 Aug 2007 18:29:33 +0000

We are all waiting impatiantly for the next-gen SL, but how about taking the time and looking back at the current model. There is no better way than watching a clip from our beloved Top Gear, and seeing what they had to say about the SL500 when it first came out. This classic clip really shows how the world and Top Gear reacted to the new car and it its numerous features that were not expected from the SL. Take a moment and watch the clip, you won’t regret it.

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Mercedes ML320 CDI: So good, it’s illegal

Muamer Hodzic — Fri, 10 Aug 2007 12:32:54 +0000

To go along with our previous post on the BLUETEC initiative reaching Europe, we bring you a review from the guys over at BusinessWeek. John Tayman reviews the ML320 CDI with BLUETEC technology, which as we know is still not available in five US states (California, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, and Vermont) due to their high emission standards. Mercedes of course didn’t want to leave out the five states and has developed an even cleaner Diesel that should come out next year.

It is a very informative article, talking about the overall Diesel industry and how it is changing.

Here is nice quote from the review that really sums up the ML:

Think diesel doesn’t get a bad rap? The ML320 CDI is nimble, fuel-efficient, as clean as anything on the road — and outlawed in five states

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New C-class 350 video review

Muamer Hodzic — Thu, 28 Jun 2007 15:26:31 +0000

This is another great review about the all new Mercedes C-Class, and just like any all the other reviews, they say positive things about it. I don’t think I can ever get tired of watching new video reviews of the C-Class. I see the new C-class here in Germany on a daily basis, well it helps when the car is actually parked in the company lobby, how great is that. I need to remember to my camera with me to work these days and snap some up close pix and post them here. I just keep forgetting.

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AutoExpress reviews the CL600

Muamer Hodzic — Wed, 25 Apr 2007 10:55:40 +0000

This is not a double post, AutoExpress reviewed the CL as well, but they did it better, they got themselves the CL600. While there isn’t much difference between the two (550 vs. 600) in the interior or exterior, the engines are certainly different; the 550 has a V8 and the 600 has enormous V12. Similar to the Edmunds review, the guys over at AutoExpress had positive things about the CL, and especially this quote shows it.

There is no doubt this Mercedes is enormously expensive - but it’s one of the most capable cars on the planet.

Read the review at AutoExpress
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Edmunds reviews the CL 550

Muamer Hodzic — Wed, 25 Apr 2007 10:47:22 +0000

Edmunds has taken the time and reviewed the new CL550, and has nothing but positive things to say about the gorgeous CL. While it was hard for Mercedes to out do themselves with the new model, they actually did it, and the CL and the many positive reviews are the proof. Here is a great quote that sums the review up.

Most of our time in the CL was spent on roads that rarely complemented its size or intent, yet we still had a hard time finding anything wrong with the big coupe. It looks better, goes faster and feels more comfortable than its nearly perfect predecessor. There’s too much weight on board to throw around quickly, but if you want light buy a Lotus. If you want a luxurious, quiet and fast GT, the CL550 is as good as any car on the road. And thanks to Mr. Hutzenlaub, it looks good doing it.

Read the review at Edmunds
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The new C-Class get reviewed in Holland

Muamer Hodzic — Thu, 12 Apr 2007 18:18:02 +0000

This is definitely one of the first and few reviews that have been made on the new C-class, and since it is a video, it is ten times better than any other. The Dutch language is so darn difficult to understand, even though it is similar to German, I am not able to understand anything. If you understand Dutch, then that is great for you, if not, just concentrate more on the video and you’ll understand what he is talking about.

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Mercedes GL - G is for gynormous

Muamer Hodzic — Thu, 12 Apr 2007 17:33:08 +0000

The second GL review comes from South Africa and is as good as the previous review if not even better, as it goes into a lot of detail. They touch many of the aspects that potential buyers would like to know, like the traction, suspension, drive train, interior space and other good-to-know things. The last sentance really sums up the vehicle and every other expensive car.

All you want from the ultimate SUV: mega space, pace and luxury, and real off-road ability. It’s huge and can be intimidating to drive, however; potential buyers need to ask themselves whether they really need something this big, or whether they’re just doing it for their egos.

Head over to the Motoring site and read the review

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Motor Trend takes the GL for a road trip

Muamer Hodzic — Thu, 12 Apr 2007 17:23:29 +0000

The GL reviews keep coming in, and the positive reviews along. The guys from Motor Trend took the GL for a road trip and drove over 1200 miles with it along the Grand Canyon. The one thing that really impressed the guys is that the GL actually was an SUV and not a wannabe. Nothing but to read the review youself and learn something for today.

Head over to Motor Trend

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Car Magazine drives the new C-Class

Muamer Hodzic — Mon, 12 Mar 2007 16:16:22 +0000

A great review from the Car Magazine guys, pointing out some things that they don’t seem to like and others that they adore. They feel that the interior lacks character, but they do acknowledge the quality in the interior. The one sentance that really sums up the entire review in my opinion is when they said:

If kitchen sinks designed cars, even they would have been thrown into this project. It’s been ferociously analysed but the end result isn’t overkill - this is the most complete entry-level (real) Merc since the ’83 190.

Now if that is not a compliment, then what is?

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AutoExpress reviews the Mercedes Ocean Drive

Muamer Hodzic — Wed, 07 Mar 2007 21:34:33 +0000

The Maybach Exelero impressed almost everyone last year, and even appeared in a music video with Jay-Z; this year, it is the turn of the gorgeous Mercedes Ocean Drive Concept, which is already turning heads and making car critics fight for their chance to drive and report on the concept. AutoExpress was one of the first to get the chance to review the Ocean Drive, and according to them, the car is absolutely amazing.

Here is a small quote from the AutoExpress people:

Forget about the incredible looks, luxurious interior and potent powerplant… The most amazing thing about this drop-top Mercedes S-Class is that it’s a car you could see on a street near you sooner than you think.

Read the review at AutoExpress

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