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Mercedes wannabe X6

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Re: Mercedes wannabe X6

Post by 535dboy » Sat Dec 20, 2014 11:52 am

[quote="IceQueenX"]
I actually really like the front, but the rear is minging. So obvious they were trying to emulate the X6; will be interesting to see the initial sales figures.
IQ
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It will sell as merc have loyal following
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Re: Mercedes wannabe X6

Post by sunnydude959 » Sat Dec 20, 2014 11:54 am

[quote="IceQueenX"]
I actually really like the front, but the rear is minging. So obvious they were trying to emulate the X6; will be interesting to see the initial sales figures.
IQ
[/quote]
That's the thing- i bet it will do really well because it has a Merc badge stuck on it, and people love that in 3rd world countries.
For example, in India / Indian culture, people look up to Mercs as the ultimate status symbol, and don't attach half the prestige of that to BMW, Audi, etc
That's why you'll see a lot of Base spec E220 diesels driven by middle aged indian men; its something we can take to Indian weddings to show off, but still very economical as it was never bought for driving pleasure in the first place.

IceQueenX

Re: Mercedes wannabe X6

Post by IceQueenX » Sat Dec 20, 2014 12:05 pm

[quote="sunnydude959"]
[quote="IceQueenX"]
I actually really like the front, but the rear is minging. So obvious they were trying to emulate the X6; will be interesting to see the initial sales figures.
IQ
[/quote]
That's the thing- i bet it will do really well because it has a Merc badge stuck on it, and people love that in 3rd world countries.
For example, in India / Indian culture, people look up to Mercs as the ultimate status symbol, and don't attach half the prestige of that to BMW, Audi, etc
That's why you'll see a lot of Base spec E220 diesels driven by middle aged indian men; its something we can take to Indian weddings to show off, but still very economical as it was never bought for driving pleasure in the first place.

[/quote]

Reminds me of Citizen Khan and his yellow one! I love that prog  :))

sunnydude959

Re: Mercedes wannabe X6

Post by sunnydude959 » Sat Dec 20, 2014 12:08 pm

[quote="IceQueenX"]
[quote="sunnydude959"]
[quote="IceQueenX"]
I actually really like the front, but the rear is minging. So obvious they were trying to emulate the X6; will be interesting to see the initial sales figures.
IQ
[/quote]
That's the thing- i bet it will do really well because it has a Merc badge stuck on it, and people love that in 3rd world countries.
For example, in India / Indian culture, people look up to Mercs as the ultimate status symbol, and don't attach half the prestige of that to BMW, Audi, etc
That's why you'll see a lot of Base spec E220 diesels driven by middle aged indian men; its something we can take to Indian weddings to show off, but still very economical as it was never bought for driving pleasure in the first place.

[/quote]

Reminds me of Citizen Khan and his yellow one! I love that prog  :))
[/quote]
Hahah yeah, it's good isn't it? Did you see last night's?

Oh twaddi!

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Re: Mercedes wannabe X6

Post by 535dboy » Sat Dec 20, 2014 12:08 pm

[quote="sunnydude959"]
[quote="IceQueenX"]
I actually really like the front, but the rear is minging. So obvious they were trying to emulate the X6; will be interesting to see the initial sales figures.
IQ
[/quote]
That's the thing- i bet it will do really well because it has a Merc badge stuck on it, and people love that in 3rd world countries.
For example, in India / Indian culture, people look up to Mercs as the ultimate status symbol, and don't attach half the prestige of that to BMW, Audi, etc
That's why you'll see a lot of Base spec E220 diesels driven by middle aged indian men; its something we can take to Indian weddings to show off, but still very economical as it was never bought for driving pleasure in the first place.
[/quote]

Mercedes are above BMW and Audi through, hence the latter are used by so many reps.
Currently :
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2012 Porsche Boxster S (981)
2008 Lotus Exige S (a bit modified!)
2015 Nissan Leaf twin turbo with Nitros

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2008 BMW X5 3.0sd MSport
2005 BMW 535d MSport

IceQueenX

Re: Mercedes wannabe X6

Post by IceQueenX » Sat Dec 20, 2014 12:14 pm

[quote="sunnydude959"]
[quote="IceQueenX"]
[quote="sunnydude959"]
[quote="IceQueenX"]
I actually really like the front, but the rear is minging. So obvious they were trying to emulate the X6; will be interesting to see the initial sales figures.
IQ
[/quote]
That's the thing- i bet it will do really well because it has a Merc badge stuck on it, and people love that in 3rd world countries.
For example, in India / Indian culture, people look up to Mercs as the ultimate status symbol, and don't attach half the prestige of that to BMW, Audi, etc
That's why you'll see a lot of Base spec E220 diesels driven by middle aged indian men; its something we can take to Indian weddings to show off, but still very economical as it was never bought for driving pleasure in the first place.

[/quote]

Reminds me of Citizen Khan and his yellow one! I love that prog  :))
[/quote]
Hahah yeah, it's good isn't it? Did you see last night's?

Oh twaddi!
[/quote]

Adil Ray is genius! He looks so different in person. I have a crush on Amjad lol.
Fave episode was Farmer Khan  :P

IceQueenX

Re: Mercedes wannabe X6

Post by IceQueenX » Sat Dec 20, 2014 12:18 pm

When we looked at Mercs before getting X6, their showroom was the plushest with the best selection of beverages
and a special children's area so that tells you something  :P

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Re: Mercedes wannabe X6

Post by 535dboy » Sat Dec 20, 2014 12:27 pm

[quote="IceQueenX"]
When we looked at Mercs before getting X6, their showroom was the plushest with the best selection of beverages
and a special children's area so that tells you something  :P
[/quote]

Sounds like you should have bought one?
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Re: Mercedes wannabe X6

Post by IceQueenX » Sat Dec 20, 2014 12:29 pm

The salesman spoke to my chest. Not impressed (me not him).

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Re: Mercedes wannabe X6

Post by 535dboy » Sat Dec 20, 2014 12:30 pm

[quote="IceQueenX"]
The salesman spoke to my chest. Not impressed (me not him).
[/quote]

So do I though !?!?
Currently :
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2012 Porsche Boxster S (981)
2008 Lotus Exige S (a bit modified!)
2015 Nissan Leaf twin turbo with Nitros

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2005 BMW 535d MSport

IceQueenX

Re: Mercedes wannabe X6

Post by IceQueenX » Sat Dec 20, 2014 12:36 pm

[quote="535dboy"]
[quote="IceQueenX"]
The salesman spoke to my chest. Not impressed (me not him).
[/quote]

So do I though !?!?
[/quote]

That's a height issue though, love.

sunnydude959

Re: Mercedes wannabe X6

Post by sunnydude959 » Sat Dec 20, 2014 12:39 pm

[quote="IceQueenX"]
[quote="sunnydude959"]
[quote="IceQueenX"]
[quote="sunnydude959"]
[quote="IceQueenX"]
I actually really like the front, but the rear is minging. So obvious they were trying to emulate the X6; will be interesting to see the initial sales figures.
IQ
[/quote]
That's the thing- i bet it will do really well because it has a Merc badge stuck on it, and people love that in 3rd world countries.
For example, in India / Indian culture, people look up to Mercs as the ultimate status symbol, and don't attach half the prestige of that to BMW, Audi, etc
That's why you'll see a lot of Base spec E220 diesels driven by middle aged indian men; its something we can take to Indian weddings to show off, but still very economical as it was never bought for driving pleasure in the first place.

[/quote]

Reminds me of Citizen Khan and his yellow one! I love that prog  :))
[/quote]
Hahah yeah, it's good isn't it? Did you see last night's?

Oh twaddi!
[/quote]

Adil Ray is genius! He looks so different in person. I have a crush on Amjad lol.
Fave episode was Farmer Khan  [emoji14]
[/quote]
Lol yeah, he's really different.

I like Shazia

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Re: Mercedes wannabe X6

Post by 535dboy » Sat Dec 20, 2014 12:44 pm

[quote="IceQueenX"]
[quote="535dboy"]
[quote="IceQueenX"]
The salesman spoke to my chest. Not impressed (me not him).
[/quote]

So do I though !?!?
[/quote]

That's a height issue though, love.
[/quote]

Yes but I don't call it an issue I call it an advantage.
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2012 Porsche Boxster S (981)
2008 Lotus Exige S (a bit modified!)
2015 Nissan Leaf twin turbo with Nitros

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2005 BMW 535d MSport

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Re: Mercedes wannabe X6

Post by IceQueenX » Sat Dec 20, 2014 12:55 pm

I have an issue when you have to wear those Tom Cruise built-up shoes just to kiss my cheek!

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Re: Mercedes wannabe X6

Post by 535dboy » Sat Dec 20, 2014 1:01 pm

[quote="IceQueenX"]
I have an issue when you have to wear those Tom Cruise built-up shoes just to kiss my cheek!
[/quote]

Which cheeks and which lips
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