Mercedes-Benz Vehicles, Concept Cars, and the Mercedes Lifestyle

With 5 different Mercedes-Benz M Class models to choose from, there’s a Mercedes for every SUV lover out there. The newest M-Class vehicle is the 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML450. The ML450 is a hybrid vehicle for those who want to help lead the green revolution. Being a hybrid is one of the main reasons why we are featuring the ML450 this month. Read more about the 2010 Mercedes ML450 and other M-Class models.

All of the 5 M-Class models are truly stunning SUVs. The outside signals style and class, while the inside is full of luxury features like automatic climate control, power-adjustable front seats, the COMAND interface and a six CD/DVD changer, which come standard. The Mercedes M-Class is great for taking family trips into Philadelphia or traveling to your local Devon soccer game. With a Mercedes-Benz M-Class vehicle you can be driving in luxury, while keeping your kids safe, and doing your part for the environment. What more can you ask for in a Mercedes-Benz SUV?

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Earlier this week, Mercedes-Benz recognized the 30th anniversary of the creation of the Benz Mercedes G-Class SUV. To commemorate the historic event, the automaker is offering two special editions of the G-Class, which is the company’s longest-running production vehicle to date.

One of the versions – the EDITION30 PUR – is based on the previous G280 which had a 224-horsepower engine. This particular model comes with a rubber-coated floor, spray-protected controls and holes in the footwells to make cleaning the inside much easier and more convenient. The cargo area of the PUR has tie-down points and rails so you can secure your gear before you start driving around.

The EDITION30 is based on the G500 that has 388 horsepower. With this edition, you get the perfect blend of comfort and luxury. You’ll also appreciate the class of the platinum black paint and leather trim on the inside.

Unfortunately, you can only get these Mercedes vehicles by special order in Europe during March. However, you can check with a local Mercedes-Benz dealer and see how you can place an order and have it shipped to the United States. Check one out today and help the Benz Mercedes crew commemorate this once-in-a-lifetime event.

You might think that it would be foolish to invest in a used Mercedes-Benz in these economic times. However, that’s exactly what many people are doing. They are finding great bargains in the used luxury car market and jumping on them as soon as they can.

One dealer that specializes in the luxury car market had this to say about higher-end used cars: “The bargain out there is a car that’s a couple years old, has been well taken care of, doesn’t have a lot of miles on it but it can be bought at a significant savings.”

The Wall Street Journal recently reported that sales of used Mercedes vehicles were up by more than 25 percent in January 2009 when compared with January 2008. Those are surprising numbers given the financial turmoil that many Americans find themselves in these days. Other studies show that people are taking better care of their luxury vehicles and having them serviced regularly to help make them last longer so the owners can get more bang for their buck, so to speak.

If you haven’t considered the used luxury car market, what’s stopping you? Now is the best time to find some great deals on the car or cars of your dreams!

If you have a certified used car with leather interior, you probably want to take care of it and keep it looking nice. But just like anything else, it needs to be cleaned every so often. Here are some tips for cleaning the leather interior in your certified used car to keep it looking like brand new.

• Clean one section at a time. If you try to clean the entire interior at one time, you won’t be as thorough.
• Use a soft sponge and a cleaning agent made specifically for leather upholstery. Put a dab of the cleaning solution on the sponge and work it around a small area in a circular motion until it creates a lather.
• Once you’ve covered an area with the cleaner, use a soft dry cloth to wipe it off.
• Use a damp rag to rinse of the area you just cleaned. Continue wiping off the area until only clear water squeezes out of the rag.
• Start on the next spot and repeat.

Your certified Mercedes vehicles will look new and luxurious longer if you keep the leather interior clean. The more you take care of it, the prouder you can be of your car.

The Benz Mercedes luxury brand of automobiles is attempting to “streamline costs and draw in buyers” by introducing navigation devices that can be used both inside the vehicle and outside. Harman International and TomTom GPS will be supplying the devices that will be available on eight Benz Mercedes models beginning in 2010. The multi-use navigation devices can attach to the dashboard of the Mercedes vehicles and then detached for going somewhere without the car.

“The major benefit is that carmakers will now have an affordable GPS and infotainment system that can be used by the millions of vehicle owners around the world that don’t own the more expensive in-dash units,” said an article by Motor Authority. According to Gearlog, these devices will be “a first step toward navigation modules that can be developed and certified on quicker schedules, then be mated to the cars on the assembly line or even at the dealership.”

The new GPS devices could “close the competition gap” between the current in-dash devices and portable devices. Automakers will appreciate the new technology because they have typically been about three years behind the portable GPS device technology which manufacturers can produce for a fraction of the price.

Philadelphia is known for the big bash that it throws for St. Patrick’s Day. Can you think of any better way to enjoy the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day in Philadelphia than with a new or used Mercedes-Benz? There are, however, some things to keep in mind so you can enjoy the green holiday to the fullest. Here are some tips to remember so everybody will have a fun and memorable St. Patrick’s Day.

• Be sure to have a designated driver. Drinking is a lot more fun if you have someone designated to drive who is completely sober. Then you don’t have to worry about getting home safely. Plan this out ahead of time so nobody’s holiday gets ruined.
• Pace your drinking. If you’re one of the lucky partygoers that get to drink, don’t do it all at once. Pace yourself throughout the night to avoid alcohol poisoning or other problems that could ruin the evening.
• Only drink drinks that you have handled yourself. People these days will put things in your drink to make you unconscious so they can rob your or do something worse. This is especially important if you are a woman.

So get your Mercedes vehicles all shined up and ready to go for March 17. Just be sure to stay safe and use some common sense while you’re having fun.

If you’re driving your certified cars carelessly, you could be spending more money in gas than you need to. Since gas prices have dropped in recent months, fewer people are paying attention gas-saving techniques. Here are some eco-driving tips that you can use each day when driving your certified used cars so you can grow accustomed to saving money on fuel in case the prices go back up again.

• Tighten your gas cap. This might not seem important, but a lot of fuel can evaporate and escape through the opening if your gas cap isn’t tight. If you have the type of cap that clicks, make sure it clicks a couple times after putting it back on.
• Keep your tires properly inflated. You’d be surprised how much more efficient your car can be when you tires are inflated properly. Follow the manufacturer’s recommended PSI for best results in safety and efficiency.
• Keep up with the maintenance. A well-maintained car runs more efficiently. Make sure you do the scheduled oil changes, tune-ups, tire rotations and everything else.

Whether you want to drive new or used Mercedes vehicles, these tips will help you put more money in your pocket instead of in the fuel pumps.

One of the best ways to keep your used Mercedes-Benz running smoothly for years to come is to keep up on its preventative maintenance. You may not like how much it costs to perform some of these procedures, but it could cost you thousands more in the long run if your skip these procedures.

Did you know getting your tires rotated on your Mercedes vehicles on a regular schedule helps keep your repair costs down? The same goes for oil changes, tune-ups and other preventative measures. Unfortunately, drivers do not think about it too much.

“We all get in a hurry, we have the tendency to put things off – and your car is something that doesn’t care for itself,” said mechanic Bobby Armstrong in Nashville, Tennessee. He says if you simply follow the recommended maintenance schedule for your used Mercedes-Benz, you can keep repair costs at a minimum over the years.

Other things can cost more in the long run, too. For instance, if you hear a brake squeaking and decide to wait before getting it fixed, an easy $200 job could turn into a $700 bill because more parts will need to be replaces.

Let this be a lesson to you. Bite the bullet and have the scheduled maintenance done on your used Mercedes-Benz and have any unusual noises checked immediately. You’ll put more money in your pocket and enjoy your luxury vehicle for many, many years.

You know the economic times are difficult when Hollywood starlets begin downgrading their cars…even if it is to a Mercedes-Benz SL550.

Lindsay Lohan recently downgraded from her Mercedes SL65 to an SL550. That means her used Mercedes-Benz is now available and up for sale. As the car site Jalopnik puts it, “If history repeats itself she’ll probably drive it, crash it, go to rehab and then someone will put it on eBay,” just like her previous Mercedes vehicles.

In addition to the economic downturn, LiLo may have had some problems paying for her SL65 because she hasn’t enjoyed a huge amount of success lately. Her 2005 movie Herbie: Fully Loaded began her downward spiral in terms of disastrous movies, according to an article in Vanity Fair. Her 2006 movie Just My Luck also received poor reviews and only made less than $40 million nationwide. Other flops include A Prairie Home Companion, Georgia Rule and Chapter 27. She also withdrew from a film adaptation of A Woman of No Importance due to going into rehabilitation.

Either way, maybe you can be the next proud owner of LiLo’s used Mercedes-Benz. We haven’t heard anything about it, but you may just see it on eBay in the next few weeks.

The next time you take your Mercedes-Benz certified used car into the shop for some paint work, you’re likely going to get PPG-brand paint. Daimler AG, the parent company that manufactures Mercedes-Benz, recently approved the paint company’s Global Refinish System and Envirobase High Performance product for repairing MB cars in North America.

The decision by Daimler AG was not made lightly. In fact, representatives from Mercedes-Benz conducted a rigorous four-day audit of the PPG facilities in both the United States and Germany. Michael Gimpl, the Manager of Daimler AG Global Service and Parts, had this to say about the decision: “We are pleased to continue the collaboration with PG in aftermarket sales as we are convinced of their premium product quality as well as their worldwide service capabilities that add value to our network.”

Representatives visited facilities in Delaware, Pittsburgh, Ohio and Ingersheim, Germany before giving their final approval. They wanted to make sure the operations and products met the high quality standards that their customers are accustomed to with Mercedes-Benz. “One of Mercedes-Benz’s highest priorities is customer satisfaction,” said Kevin Loop, PPG business development manager. “To ensure they attain that goal, they require their partners to design, manufacture and deliver high quality products.”

Keep this in mind when you take your certified Mercedes vehicles in for paint repair. With PPG and MB, you know you’ll be getting the best quality in each respective industry.