New Brabus styled special edition V6 Vito

[BTB 500]

Just seen this on the M-B website ... new "Sport-X" Vito special edition, based on the 3.0 V6. Only 125 coming to the UK. Brabus Monoblock S 18" alloys, Brabus front spoiler, etc.:

http://www2.mercedes-benz.co.uk/con...ns/vito/vito_sport_X_204_Special_Edition.html

Love those wheels!

 

[pammy]

Very nice indeed

 

[Carrotchomper]

Nice nice nice. We're getting a brand new Vito at work next week but I doubt it will look like that! I will report back on handling characteristics and ability to go around corners sideways...

 

[BTB 500]

Nice nice nice. We're getting a brand new Vito at work next week but I doubt it will look like that! I will report back on handling characteristics and ability to go around corners sideways...

... while going 'nee-naw' or 'woo woo'?

I see a police Vito Dualiner regularly around Charing Cross in London ... looks pretty smart with the same 6-spoke 17" alloys as wot my V6 will have.

 

[BTB 500]

I've just heard today that the Vito Sport-X is built at the factory as a standard 120, and converted in the UK (Bristol). So all the bits are available to order ... I do like those wheels

 

[csx355]

Nice - but I don't think that I would gone for it had I had the option - bit too posh for me - My van is due end of next week - Yeahh - bring it on - agree love the wheels, that and chrome mirror covers could be first on my shopping list.

 

[BTB 500]

I'm meant to be getting mine on the 19th now ... it's currently at the converter's (having caging for the dogs fitted in the back). I bought an '07 reg. for it back in April

I like the wheels .. would have taken them in preference to the 17" 6-spokes but I suspect they would be VERY expensive! Not sure about the front bumper/airdam.

I have a pile of bits waiting to go on mine including

• chrome grille
• chrome tailgate trim
• stainless steel sill plates
• chrome front indicator bulbs
• alloy tyre valve dust caps

plus phone cradle, mud flaps, rubber mats, anti-theft wheel bolts, seat covers, extinguisher, spare bulb set

 

[Silestanix]

I WANT ONE!

**Looks at finances**

 

[ian_c_uk]

Heh, looks great, make a cracking viano.

 

[glojo]

I'm meant to be getting mine on the 19th now ... it's currently at the converter's (having caging for the dogs fitted in the back). I bought an '07 reg. for it back in April

I like the wheels .. would have taken them in preference to the 17" 6-spokes but I suspect they would be VERY expensive! Not sure about the front bumper/airdam.

I have a pile of bits waiting to go on mine including

• chrome grille
• chrome tailgate trim
• stainless steel sill plates
• chrome front indicator bulbs
• alloy tyre valve dust caps

plus phone cradle, mud flaps, rubber mats, anti-theft wheel bolts, seat covers, extinguisher, spare bulb set

I'm certainly looking forward to LOTS of pictures of this very individualised vehicle.

Regards
John

 

[BTB 500]

I'm certainly looking forward to LOTS of pictures of this very individualised vehicle.

Won't be in the same league as your limo!

 

[glojo]

Won't be in the same league as your limo!

I'm still VERY envious regarding your choice of power unit.

We have also had a very nice removable cage made for the limo which is only used to protect the pooch from my flotation unit.

Regards
John

 

[Mactech]

My local dealers sent me details of this super Vito. Considered it for at least a nano-second before reality set in. The old van has still to do all the 'dirty work' and I would feel cruel putting anything other than people in such a posh van. Besides that, I would end up with three Mercs powered by that same wonderful V6....

 

[Subyland]

White van man will be disappointed...only available in red, black or silver...

 

[BTB 500]

only available in red, black or silver

Yup, bit restrictive. I've gone for Jasper Blue metallic. Have you seen Ford's answer .. the Transit SportVan - complete with racing stripes! But only a 130 PS engine

http://www.ford.co.uk/ie/tv_models/-/tv_sportvan

If you squint a bit it looks just like a Dodge Viper ... NOT!

 

[glojo]

Yup, bit restrictive. I've gone for Jasper Blue metallic. Have you seen Ford's answer .. the Transit SportVan - complete with racing stripes! But only a 130 PS engine

That colour scheme looks hideous

I'm a great fan of the Viper and understand your reasons for making the link; it just does not work for me. Yuk, noi pointe.

Regards,
John

 

[ian_c_uk]

To be fair to Ford, I think they were paying homage to the GT40 rather than a viper.

(it still doesn't work tho )

 

[Apial]

I've been waiting ages for MB to introduce a sensible 4wd version with a diesel engine in the Vito range, not this ridiculous thing that that is a boy racer machine for the van man.

 

[BTB 500]

I've been waiting ages for MB to introduce a sensible 4wd version with a diesel engine in the Vito range

What, like this?

 

[BTB 500]

BTW, the waiting list for a Ford Transit from the factory is currently at 9 months!