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I thought some bros had a 53k rebate?

Then they would have to bid higher..

Maybe you guys had a really solid deal, ala Forester, so the COE bid is a bit lower..

Have faith! I haven't heard of Merc failing buyers..

 

Also asked my rep

C180 new version has 9G - 188888

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Yep secured third bid. 

 

Well done and congrats!   [thumbsup] 

I didn't get mine too. But since car only coming Apr/May, I still have time I guess.

 

Does that mean yours is 9g if coming in Apr/May?

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I hope this helps others who will be collecting their rides:

 

Steps in buying and collecting your Merc

 
The car selection process :
 
That's listed here:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
So you have set your eyes, heart and wallet on that three pointed star car.
 
Now I don't need to tell you that you should have done your due diligence on a few things:
 
- buy it because you like the car, the features, ride, safety etc etc. Not just for the badge. Well at least be clear why you put your hard earned cash on it!
- do your sums on the outlay, financing etc
- that includes the loan package, the duration, interest rate etc
- find a good rep who will serve you well, during the sale and more important, after you have coughed up the dough..
- look at the spec sheet, and make sure whatever you want is in black and white
- go through the details, eg, black leather, may come with black trim, and if you want a lighter trim check that 
- some things are not included, and you should go through the list that the rep gives you, and get them to sign off on it. If it's not on paper, it's not going to be there. There are no freebies

* Entry level Mercs don't get real leather, and the dash isn't covered with leather either, so do check your specs if you want the real deal.
 
Now for the buying part:
 
Some words about the overtrade:
 
 
- check the NETT price, which is what you pay after deducting the overtrade, any further discounts, without including the service credits. Discounts can be offered on certain models, when they need to push for sales on these models, and come on top of the OT. 
- add on the scrap car value
 
That's what you need to pay.
 
 
Then confirm the loan package, interest rate, duration etc.
 
Confirm what's the freebie deal:
- welcome pack
A computer backpack, key chain holder, wallet
- Nano sealant X 2 - do this ASAP to seal in the freshness of the car
- interior cleaning X 1
- polish X 1
- windscreen cleaning X 2
- chemical wash of the aircon X 3
- tire repair X 6
- 12 car pick ups
- Huber Optik Solar Film
- JS 400 front and back camera
- free compact umbrella
 
(your package may vary - eg if you get a higher end model, you may get more)
 
Service credits begin at $3000 and up. You can trade it in for cash.
 
 
Confirm color of the car, leather type, trim and additional specs - if you customise, the package price may not apply or you need to wait longer
 
Confirm delivery date: this can take months, so make sure you can swop out your existing car at the same time - you may even need to renew road tax
 
Once you sign, there's a draft contract that you get, and the actual form is sent to you in less than a month. One more contract will be sent nearer the delivery date if it's much later.
 
You pay the COE deposit of 10k, plus the deposit of 10%. You can use your credit card for this. 
 
You will also be asked to take up their insurance from AIG for getting the freebies. You can also use your Credit Card for this.
 
In a few days time, you will get notice of the loan approval. The loan and insurance start when you get your car registered. 
 
Then the wait begins. 
 
In the mean time, you can download the Mercedes Benz guides and MyMB - the app for the manual and the service booking app. 
 
There are many functions, so do read up.
 
COE bidding:
 
Merc usually gives a 6 bid non guaranteed deal, but they will get it for you! The rebate may not be great, but you will get your car.

Collection:
 
Now after that seemingly never ending wait, you get your car  [bounce2] 

Your rep will call you up, tell you when he will collect that cheque, which happens two to three weeks ahead.

You register a few days ahead of the collection, then they install the camera (from Eurostyle JS 400, no park mode) and solar film etc. He will ask you if you want the back window to be darker. The insurance starts once you register, and you can pay for it with your credit card.

A few days later, you will then make your way to C&C for the collection. 

For budget level cars like the A and B class, you probably have to take delivery at 209 Pandan Gardens. Drive in, park your old car at level two, there will be reserved lots for you. Clear out your old car and head into the special lounge to meet your rep.

For higher end cars, they will do the collection at Alex or Ubi etc, and if you ask, they may get things like the Nano Protection done first. For the more basic models, you need to do it separately and do ask your rep if he can allow you to do it right after the collection, so you seal in the fresh paintwork.

In the lounge, he will run through the paperwork first,  insurance, finance etc.

Then you will proceed to the car. 
 
So on the day, you can make sure of some checklists like this: 
 
 
 
But the rep will also give you a list to go through. Do take a half day off, it's a good idea to bring a torchlight and go through, looking for scratches and dents. The rep will take you through the functions etc.
 
 
You hand over the keys of your old car, get a LTA pin to handover ownership and pass him your old insurance form to sort out. Spend a day taking out the old stuff, don't forget any items under the carpets etc
 
Other items to consider:
 
 
There's no 1000km run in, the rep says, so go ahead and enjoy that ride  [drivingcar] 

Try the various controls, and switches, but main thing is check the paintwork. And take some pics  [thumbsup]
 

 

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I hope this helps others who will be collecting their rides:

Steps in buying and collecting your Merc

 

 

The car selection process :

 

That's listed here:

http://peteswrite.blogspot.sg/2017/01/my-car-buying-process.html

 

 

 

 

 

So you have set your eyes, heart and wallet on that three pointed star car.

 

Now I don't need to tell you that you should have done your due diligence on a few things:

 

- buy it because you like the car, the features, ride, safety etc etc. Not just for the badge. Well at least be clear why you put your hard earned cash on it!

- do your sums on the outlay, financing etc

- that includes the loan package, the duration, interest rate etc

- find a good rep who will serve you well, during the sale and more important, after you have coughed up the dough..

- look at the spec sheet, and make sure whatever you want is in black and white

- go through the details, eg, black leather, may come with black trim, and if you want a lighter trim check that

- some things are not included, and you should go through the list that the rep gives you, and get them to sign off on it. If it's not on paper, it's not going to be there. There are no freebies

 

* Entry level Mercs don't get real leather, and the dash isn't covered with leather either, so do check your specs if you want the real deal.

 

Now for the buying part:

 

Some words about the overtrade:

http://peteswrite.blogspot.sg/2017/01/overtrade-how-does-it-work.html

 

 

- check the NETT price, which is what you pay after deducting the overtrade, any further discounts, without including the service credits. Discounts can be offered on certain models, when they need to push for sales on these models, and come on top of the OT.

- add on the scrap car value

 

That's what you need to pay.

 

 

Then confirm the loan package, interest rate, duration etc.

 

Confirm what's the freebie deal:

- welcome pack

A computer backpack, key chain holder, wallet

- Nano sealant X 2 - do this ASAP to seal in the freshness of the car

- interior cleaning X 1

- polish X 1

- windscreen cleaning X 2

- chemical wash of the aircon X 3

- tire repair X 6

- 12 car pick ups

- Huber Optik Solar Film

- JS 400 front and back camera

- free compact umbrella

 

(your package may vary - eg if you get a higher end model, you may get more)

 

Service credits begin at $3000 and up. You can trade it in for cash.

 

 

Confirm color of the car, leather type, trim and additional specs - if you customise, the package price may not apply or you need to wait longer

 

Confirm delivery date: this can take months, so make sure you can swop out your existing car at the same time - you may even need to renew road tax

 

Once you sign, there's a draft contract that you get, and the actual form is sent to you in less than a month. One more contract will be sent nearer the delivery date if it's much later.

 

You pay the COE deposit of 10k, plus the deposit of 10%. You can use your credit card for this.

 

You will also be asked to take up their insurance from AIG for getting the freebies. You can also use your Credit Card for this.

 

In a few days time, you will get notice of the loan approval. The loan and insurance start when you get your car registered.

 

Then the wait begins.

 

In the mean time, you can download the Mercedes Benz guides and MyMB - the app for the manual and the service booking app.

 

There are many functions, so do read up.

 

COE bidding:

 

Merc usually gives a 6 bid non guaranteed deal, but they will get it for you! The rebate may not be great, but you will get your car.

 

Collection:

 

Now after that seemingly never ending wait, you get your car [bounce2]

 

Your rep will call you up, tell you when he will collect that cheque, which happens two to three weeks ahead.

 

You register a few days ahead of the collection, then they install the camera (from Eurostyle JS 400, no park mode) and solar film etc. He will ask you if you want the back window to be darker. The insurance starts once you register, and you can pay for it with your credit card.

 

A few days later, you will then make your way to C&C for the collection.

 

For budget level cars like the A and B class, you probably have to take delivery at 209 Pandan Gardens. Drive in, park your old car at level two, there will be reserved lots for you. Clear out your old car and head into the special lounge to meet your rep.

 

For higher end cars, they will do the collection at Alex or Ubi etc, and if you ask, they may get things like the Nano Protection done first. For the more basic models, you need to do it separately and do ask your rep if he can allow you to do it right after the collection, so you seal in the fresh paintwork.

 

In the lounge, he will run through the paperwork first, insurance, finance etc.

 

Then you will proceed to the car.

 

So on the day, you can make sure of some checklists like this:

http://peteswrite.blogspot.sg/2016/08/checklist-when-buying-car.html

 

 

 

But the rep will also give you a list to go through. Do take a half day off, it's a good idea to bring a torchlight and go through, looking for scratches and dents. The rep will take you through the functions etc.

 

 

You hand over the keys of your old car, get a LTA pin to handover ownership and pass him your old insurance form to sort out. Spend a day taking out the old stuff, don't forget any items under the carpets etc

 

Other items to consider:

 

 

There's no 1000km run in, the rep says, so go ahead and enjoy that ride [drivingcar]

 

Try the various controls, and switches, but main thing is check the paintwork. And take some pics [thumbsup]

Good write-up but it neglected to mention that for a very few models, you get a delivery party and champagne. Adding for completeness. :D
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Good write-up but it neglected to mention that for a very few models, you get a delivery party and champagne. Adding for completeness. :D

 

Thanks, I guess I don't belong to that group... :( 

 

I did get a lovely lady to take a pic with me - my mum!  [gorgeous]

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I hope this helps others who will be collecting their rides:

 

Steps in buying and collecting your Merc
 
The car selection process :
 
That's listed here:
 
 
 
 
 
So you have set your eyes, heart and wallet on that three pointed star car.
 
Now I don't need to tell you that you should have done your due diligence on a few things:
 
- buy it because you like the car, the features, ride, safety etc etc. Not just for the badge. Well at least be clear why you put your hard earned cash on it!
- do your sums on the outlay, financing etc
- that includes the loan package, the duration, interest rate etc
- find a good rep who will serve you well, during the sale and more important, after you have coughed up the dough..
- look at the spec sheet, and make sure whatever you want is in black and white
- go through the details, eg, black leather, may come with black trim, and if you want a lighter trim check that 
- some things are not included, and you should go through the list that the rep gives you, and get them to sign off on it. If it's not on paper, it's not going to be there. There are no freebies

* Entry level Mercs don't get real leather, and the dash isn't covered with leather either, so do check your specs if you want the real deal.

 
Now for the buying part:
 
Some words about the overtrade:
 
 
- check the NETT price, which is what you pay after deducting the overtrade, any further discounts, without including the service credits. Discounts can be offered on certain models, when they need to push for sales on these models, and come on top of the OT. 
- add on the scrap car value
 
That's what you need to pay.
 
 
Then confirm the loan package, interest rate, duration etc.
 
Confirm what's the freebie deal:
- welcome pack
A computer backpack, key chain holder, wallet
- Nano sealant X 2 - do this ASAP to seal in the freshness of the car
- interior cleaning X 1
- polish X 1
- windscreen cleaning X 2
- chemical wash of the aircon X 3
- tire repair X 6
- 12 car pick ups

- Huber Optik Solar Film

- JS 400 front and back camera

- free compact umbrella

 
(your package may vary - eg if you get a higher end model, you may get more)
 
Service credits begin at $3000 and up. You can trade it in for cash.
 
 
Confirm color of the car, leather type, trim and additional specs - if you customise, the package price may not apply or you need to wait longer
 
Confirm delivery date: this can take months, so make sure you can swop out your existing car at the same time - you may even need to renew road tax
 
Once you sign, there's a draft contract that you get, and the actual form is sent to you in less than a month. One more contract will be sent nearer the delivery date if it's much later.
 
You pay the COE deposit of 10k, plus the deposit of 10%. You can use your credit card for this. 
 
You will also be asked to take up their insurance from AIG for getting the freebies. You can also use your Credit Card for this.
 
In a few days time, you will get notice of the loan approval. The loan and insurance start when you get your car registered. 
 
Then the wait begins. 
 
In the mean time, you can download the Mercedes Benz guides and MyMB - the app for the manual and the service booking app. 
 
There are many functions, so do read up.
 
COE bidding:
 
Merc usually gives a 6 bid non guaranteed deal, but they will get it for you! The rebate may not be great, but you will get your car.

 

Collection:

 
Now after that seemingly never ending wait, you get your car  [bounce2] 

 

Your rep will call you up, tell you when he will collect that cheque, which happens two to three weeks ahead.

 

You register a few days ahead of the collection, then they install the camera (from Eurostyle JS 400, no park mode) and solar film etc. He will ask you if you want the back window to be darker. The insurance starts once you register, and you can pay for it with your credit card.

 

A few days later, you will then make your way to C&C for the collection. 

For budget level cars like the A and B class, you probably have to take delivery at 209 Pandan Gardens. Drive in, park your old car at level two, there will be reserved lots for you. Clear out your old car and head into the special lounge to meet your rep.

 

For higher end cars, they will do the collection at Alex or Ubi etc, and if you ask, they may get things like the Nano Protection done first. For the more basic models, you need to do it separately and do ask your rep if he can allow you to do it right after the collection, so you seal in the fresh paintwork.

 

In the lounge, he will run through the paperwork first,  insurance, finance etc.

 

Then you will proceed to the car. 

 
So on the day, you can make sure of some checklists like this: 
 
 
 
But the rep will also give you a list to go through. Do take a half day off, it's a good idea to bring a torchlight and go through, looking for scratches and dents. The rep will take you through the functions etc.
 
 
You hand over the keys of your old car, get a LTA pin to handover ownership and pass him your old insurance form to sort out. Spend a day taking out the old stuff, don't forget any items under the carpets etc
 
Other items to consider:
 
 
There's no 1000km run in, the rep says, so go ahead and enjoy that ride  [drivingcar] 

 

Try the various controls, and switches, but main thing is check the paintwork. And take some pics  [thumbsup]

 

 

 

Great Post Bro! sorry not enough power to praise!

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Guys,

 

Is there any difference in Loan terms for DBS and MBFS?

 

Have anyone prepaid their loan immediately after 1 month? I asked my SE if that was possible she said that the banks can allow you to prepay immediately but the C&C guidelines say you can only prepay after 1 year.

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Good write-up but it neglected to mention that for a very few models, you get a delivery party and champagne. Adding for completeness. :D

 

You mean your AMG GT huh?

:XD:

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You mean your AMG GT huh?

:XD:

Not the only one lah. In any case I declined a party myself. Family strict veggie and I'm not a social animal lol.

 

Thought it was worth mentioning because this distinguishes Cycle from PML/Munich in my opinion. As far as I know, there is no BMW model that they offer a delivery party for. Even though there a few models that might justify it, e.g. i8, M6GC, M4 GTS. Do correct me if I'm wrong.

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Not the only one lah. In any case I declined a party myself. Family strict veggie and I'm not a social animal lol.

 

Thought it was worth mentioning because this distinguishes Cycle from PML/Munich in my opinion. As far as I know, there is no BMW model that they offer a delivery party for. Even though there a few models that might justify it, e.g. i8, M6GC, M4 GTS. Do correct me if I'm wrong.

 

No worries.

 

Delivery party is also something new to me.

 

Those BMW model you had mentioned definitely worth it for delivery party

 

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Bros

Any special instructions after doing the Nano?

Like don't drive for a few hours / don't get it wet etc ? 

Thanks

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