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Bois Blanc Island Pt. 2: "Due Dillingence"
July, 2013.
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We spent a very long time combing the island for this elusive "John Dillinger hideout cabin"...I won't reveal the exact location, but I will say that we made it a lot harder than it needed to be, heh.
Because Chisel's parents were concerned about time, we decided to now head over to Fire Tower Road to go in search of the Dillinger cabin, retracing our steps back over the reliable Lime Kiln Pt. Road.
As you can see, the map the historical society provided was…primitive at best (the roads are not visible), and I had not brought any of my own maps—not that I had any good ones of the island. I did have a fairly decent mental image of the lay of the land from having studied aerials closely during my research, but the problem was that I was under the impression that the cabins were just off Fire Tower Rd. at the easternmost tip of Twin Lake. And from the aerial view it looked like that could be the case. However, Betty's xeroxed map showed the cabin to be further northeast, at the northwestern tip of Thompson Lake.
Driving down Fire Tower Rd., we soon realized that there were a multitude of potential turn-offs on both sides of the road, and it was mostly impossible to know which one was a viable avenue, or somebody's driveway, or a dead-end in a mud hole. But we had to check out every possibility, especially since the expense of bringing two cars and six people across on the ferry had been so high; we couldn't not find it. We ended up trying a few and having to stop and back up when the going got too rough, and in the process Chisel's stepdad ended up putting a pretty big dent in his truck from a tree limb. Eventually we found it, in a place we had already passed several times:
There it was, the hideout of one John Dillinger, covered in moss in a shaded glen of spruces next to a cedar swamp. We got out and began examining the area.
Again, he was hiding out here allegedly while recovering from surgery to alter his face and to remove his fingerprints, and was still swathed in bandages when he arrived.
According to Betty he should have stayed, because shortly after he left this abode, he was gunned down by the FBI in front of a Chicago movie house.
Dillinger also allegedly hid in Wisconsin for a short time, while others maintain that Bois Blanc was merely a cooling off place of a couple weeks, on the way to a sister's house in the Soo area of the Upper Peninsula where he would hide out longer-term. One thing is sure—his movements in 1934 were well documented, except for that three-week stretch in June where his whereabouts were completely unknown and nothing about that time is recorded.
Almost like a Robin Hood figure, Dillinger stood as a sort of folk hero to many during the Great Depression due to widespread resentment of the banks at the time, and some say that if there was any truth to Dillinger's residence on Bois Blanc, those living on the island at that time have taken the secret to their graves, as island people are naturally reticent, and loathe to meddle in the affairs of others. Another factor was the bootlegging trade, in which many islanders had allegedly been complicit. During Prohibition, there was money to be made in moving illegal booze, and many otherwise legitimate folk had a hand in keeping the spigot flowing, especially if they already made their living on the water, and needed to make ends meet. Why would they rat-out Dillinger if it would bring the attention of the law to their island and potentially to their own less-than-legal actions? Not to mention the mob might take its own retribution upon anyone who snitched on them.
Dan Reynolds, a poster on bois-blanc.com's message board relates an oral account from the historical society's records, taken from a schoolteacher in the 1970s. His quote states,
The Reeds Camp on the east end of Twin Lakes was rented by Jay Gibbons, caretaker of the camp, to a person thought to have been the famous outlaw, John Dillinger, and his companions. At the time these men were on the island, the newspapers stated that he was somewhere in northern Michigan, recuperating, after having plastic surgery done on his face. One man did all the talking and, with some islanders as his audience, displayed some fantastic target practicing with his revolver. They were often seen going to the west end in view of Mackinac Island, which was thought later to have been their means of communication. [Their] exact arrival or departure time was never known by any of the island people.
A book written by A.C. Haeffner called Cabins in the Mist, goes into more detail on the topic of Dillinger's life on Bois Blanc, excerpts of which can be read on the website.
We easily found many evidences of human habitation scattered about the forest floor in the vicinity, including scraps of old carpet,
broken window glass,
bottles,
…and iron debris including cans, buckets, and a stove chimney flange.
Did the aroma of the infamous mobster John Dillinger's bacon & eggs go up this chimney?
Did he sip the roasty product of this ancient can of Quality Coffee?
When you're a famous mobster, you drink only the best of course.
Here was the slightly more dilapidated second cabin:
One of John Dillinger's closest partners in crime was another infamous gangster named John "Red" Hamilton, who grew up in Sault Ste. Marie. They first met while in prison at Michigan City. Dillinger and Hamilton traveled together in northern Michigan during 1934, and it was Hamilton's sister's house in the Soo that they were going to visit that April, while Hamilton was recovering from a wound he got during a robbery.
Here is a picture of how the "Reeds Camp" cabins appeared in the 1950s, posted on the bois-blanc.com forum by user "mikewhite" in 2011:
And several yards away, the almost unrecognizable third cabin:
Behind it, monstrous cedars stood like druids of eld (little Longfellow quote there for you), guarding the edge of the bog.
I ventured over that way a bit and was surprised to find quite the tripped-out scene:
Looks like some kind of algae in the water. Kristen and I both peered into this bizarre morass to snap several pictures. We'd never seen anything like it before.
Moving on, we got back in the car to forge northward to the shore of McRae Bay.
CLICK for part 3
"Conversations," Michigan History Magazine, July/August, 2013
"Bois Blanc Island Landmark Trail," Bois Blanc Island Historical Society
http://www.odessafile.com/F-CabinsInTheMist.html
http://www.bois-blanc.com/phpBB2/portal.php
http://bois-blanc.com/mk/index.html
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Along Port Republic Street, three shops create an artsy alley
By Pamela Brownstein
Embracing the age-old desire to create with your hands as well as the recent Do It Yourself (DIY) popularity, three small businesses cater to those who want to expand and explore their crafty side through painting, knitting and sewing.
All three owners are friendly, helpful and knowledgeable about their craft. And each store offers a wide range of classes as well as space for the experienced or the novice to come and practice or create.
COASTAL ART SUPPLY
For Jennifer Kassing-Bradley, the best thing about owning an art supply store is the interaction with budding artists.
"I love being around the students and teaching classes," she said.
With an undergraduate degree and a master's from SCAD, Jennifer first realized the need for a place to
The entry way to Coastal Art Supply.
purchase art supplies in Beaufort in 2008. Before that, she said, she had to go to either Savannah or Charleston to find the products she needed.
Coastal Art Supply, across from The Beaufort Inn, offers professional artist supplies such as paint, brushes, canvas and supports, pads, pencils and sheet goods (charcoal papers, etc.)
Jennifer said that paint is the most popular item they sell, and she even helps customers mix paints to get just the right color.
The store feels like a large, open loft, and tables toward the back make a nice spot to work and to hold classes.
Jennifer and her husband are expecting their first baby in the fall.
Details: Located at 812 Port Republic St., open Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 843-524-ARTS or visit www.coastalartsupply.com for a full calendar of classes.
COASTAL KNITTING
Owner Judy Algar, who opened her knitting shop three years ago on the corner of West and Port Republic streets, offers a variety of needles, hooks, notions and accessories for beginner to expert.
She said she found her niche in Beaufort and "the community has been so receptive to me."
"I learned to knit sitting on the floor under the dining room table at my grandmother's house when I was 5,"
Judy Algar at Coastal Knitting.
she said. "It's something distinctly female, knitting and crocheting never go away."
Judy explained that during the American Revolution, hand knitting and weaving cloth became a source of pride for the colonists because they did not want wear cloth made in England.
She said during all the wars, making socks and getting them to the soldiers was very important, and women formed huge clubs just to knit socks.
Bins of yarn in all colors and textures line the walls and the aisles of the cozy store. There's a section for baby items — hats, booties, etc. — and examples of scarves and beautiful knit tops can be found throughout.
A former occupational therapist, Judy said knitting can be very healing for people because it gives them something to do with their hands and makes them feel productive.
Judy said her most popular classes are for beginners, and she enjoys teaching people how to knit and crochet.
Children's classes will start this summer for those 9 years and up. For adults, beginner classes are held on Tuesdays, intermediate on Wednesdays.
Details: 900 Port Republic St. Open Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 843-470-0148 or visit www.coastalknitting.com for a complete listing of classes.
TABBY FABRIC & STUDIO
Tabby is the new kid on the block, having just opened in March.
Owner Rhonda Jordan carries a large selection of bold colorful fabrics as well as pattern books and embroidery items.
Rhonda Jordan at Tabby Fabric & Studio.
Her store has a calming effect, with clean lines and filled with light. Up front is an inviting sitting area, and in the back, she has a fully equipped studio, complete with a row of sewing machines, that can be used for classes, parties and drop-in sewing.
Rhonda said, "Although sewing rooms are more often found in big cities, I wanted one in my store, and there's no other space like it in Beaufort."
At Tabby this Friday, May 25, there will be a Friday Night Sew-cial where sewers can bring their project, be it a quilt or a dress, and work on it in the company of other like-minded crafters.
Rhonda, a SCAD grad and mother of two, said knowing the other stores were already here did influence her decision to set up shop on Port Republic.
"It seemed like the right fit," she said.
Details: 910 Port Republic St., open Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. 5 p.m. Call 843-379-5700, or visit www.tabbyfabricandstudio.com to find out about sewing classes.
With these great resources in downtown Beaufort — and all within walking distance of each other — now there's no excuse to keep putting off the handmade project you've always dreamed of doing.
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How psychologists are used in child custody disputes
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When family law judges in New Jersey and around the country are called on to resolve child custody matters, they find themselves in a position where they must make decisions that will have a profound effect on the lives of people they do not really know. They are expected to make rulings that will provide the best possible outcome for the child or children involved, but deciding how to proceed can be difficult for judges when divorcing parents are involved in a contentious dispute. This is why judges sometimes call on forensic psychologists for expert advice.
Interviewing parents
The decision to bring in a psychologist is usually only made after concerted efforts to reach an amicable agreement have failed. Psychologists usually begin a child custody evaluation by having several interviews with each of the parents involved to determine their attitudes toward one another and their strengths and weaknesses as caregivers. During these interviews, psychologists will look for signs that one parent is trying to turn the child or children against the other parent. This is known as parental alienation.
Interviewing children
Children often feel guilty and torn when they are asked to choose the parent they will live with, which means that psychologists must take a delicate approach during interviews. Instead of asking children direct questions or implying that they must make a choice, psychologists may ask about time spent with parents enjoying hobbies, sports or other activities.
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Experienced family law attorneys may also call on psychologists to help resolve child custody and visitation issues when divorcing parents are unable to reach an agreement and a bitter and public court battle seems inevitable. Attorneys could also suggest alternative dispute resolution approaches that work toward a compromise by identifying common ground such as the desire all parents have to see their children happy.
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The game of the weekend, in the Big Ten, takes us to East Lansing as the #9 Maryland Terrapins (20-4 overall 10-3 Big Ten) take on the Michigan State Spartans (17-8 overall 9-5 Big Ten) on Saturday February 15, 2020. This is the most important Big Ten game of the season so far and could determine the regular season winner.
Maryland enter the weekend atop the Big Ten standings with a one game lead over the 13th ranked Penn State Nittany Lions. Just behind Penn State is Michigan State, #21 Iowa and #22 Illinois. According to Joe Lunardi's latest Bracketology Maryland would be a #2 seed in the South region and would have a date with the 15 seed UC Irvine.
Michigan State has gone from #1 in the country to start the season to unranked and two games back of the Big Ten leaders. The Spartans need to take care of business at home if they want to keep their regular season title dreams alive. Sparty would be a #5 seed in the West region and would face either Stanford or Arkansas in the first round.
Below is my best bet for #9 Maryland at Michigan State. All odds are from Draftkings NJ Sportsbook.
#9 Maryland Terrapins at Michigan State Spartans (-6.5): O/U 137.5 (-115/-105)
The Maryland Terrapins extended their winning streak to seven games with a tight 72-70 home win over the Nebraska Cornhuskers. Maryland was up seven with just over one minute to go, but the Cornhuskers kept fighting and made it a one point game with just 12 seconds left. Ultimately, the Terrapins came away with the win and are still in the driver's seat to win the Big Ten regular season title. Maryland is 13-11 against the spread and the under has hit in 14 of their 24 games this season.
Michigan State ended their three game losing streak in style by winning on a walk-off dunk over #22 Illinois. The Spartans led by 17 at the half, and as much as 20 in the second half, but Illinois came storming back to take the lead with around five minutes to go. Zavier Tillman threw down a huge dunk with six seconds left to give the Spartans the much needed win. Michigan State is 11-14 against the spread and the under has hit in 13 of their 25 games this season.
Series History: These two teams have met 14 times in the past and Michigan State holds a 9-5 all-time advantage. The Spartans have won three in a row and six of the last seven in this series.
Prediction: I like Michigan State to win, but this line seems a bit high, so give me Maryland +6.5 in this one.
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Standard Chartered clean-out paves way for ANZ attention
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ANZ Bank chief executive Mike Smith has flagged an interest in a tie-up with struggling UK-based lender Standard Chartered, but he's conceded any deal between the two Asia-focused players would face huge regulatory hurdles.
Mr Smith also said that in the last couple of years before he steps down he was determined to bed down ANZ's digital platform and consolidate its Asian expansion, lifting returns across the region, Still, a focus on higher returns doesn't mean he would rule out acquisitions at the right price.
After a series of profit warnings and a slump in its share price, StanChart announced a clear-out of its boardroom in late February, replacing chief executive Peter Sands with former head of JP Morgan's investment bank Bill Winters. The change will come into effect in June followed by the departure of chairman Sir John Pearce next year. The bank's three longest serving non-executive directors will also leave the board.
ANZ CEO Mike Smith has flagged an interest in a tie-up with struggling UK-based lender Standard Chartered. Arsineh Houspian
"StanChart is now going through a management change and the previous management were certainly not excited by any idea of a hook-up with ANZ," Mr Smith said during an interview in Shanghai last week.
Asked whether that opened the door for ANZ to pursue a deal, he said: "Let's see what happens. Let's see how the cookie crumbles."
Analysts have long speculated about a potential deal between ANZ and StanChart, which is an emerging markets bank. However, in a note early last year Citi equity analyst Craig Williams warned ANZ's share price might take a hit unless "investors could be assured that Mike Smith's role in reducing ANZ's risk-profile could be repeated at StanChart".
Mr Williams said the attitude of StanChart's 18 per cent shareholder Temasek and of regulators would be critical.
Cross-border deal tricky
Mr Smith recognised there would be regulatory hurdles.
"I do think the regulatory environment in which we find ourselves globally would make a cross-border deal of that size incredibly difficult. But never say never," he said.
ANZ is not the only interested party in StanChart. Temasek has reportedly been approached in the past about its stake by two of China's big state-owned banks, Bank of China and Industrial Commercial Bank of China.
Still, ANZ has strong links with Singapore. Its Singapore-based non-executive director Lee Hsien Yang is the brother of Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong and was chief executive officer of Singapore Telecommunications for 12 years. Former ANZ chairman John Morschel was a Singtel director.
Mr Smith said while he still wants to get bigger in Asia, his strategy for this year and next is to lift returns across the region.
"I now feel that we've got the critical mass," he said. "We just need to build on that and provide a better return. There's still a lot to do."
Leadership and capital management
Pushed on his departure date, Mr Smith said he had indicated last September it was still "a couple of years out" and he was sticking to that time frame.
Before he leaves, he has four main priorities. Apart from building on the Asia expansion and choosing the right digital platform, Mr Smith wants to identify and promote the bank's next round of leadership talent and drive capital more efficiently.
"Banks have traditionally been incredibly lazy in terms of managing capital," he said. "We have to become much more efficient.
"We have to adjust the operating model and ask ourselves do we need to take that on balance sheet or can we ask the investment community.
"We don't have to think of disintermediation of the banking sector as a threat. We have to be able to facilitate it."
Mr Smith reiterated ANZ was actively looking to either sell out of its bank investments in Indonesia and Malaysia or buy out its partners.
ANZ owns a 39 per cent stake in Indonesia's Panin Bank and also has it own ANZ Indonesia business. In Malaysia, it owns 24 per cent of AmBank Group. Both holdings have become more expensive for ANZ because of the higher levels of capital required for minority stakes.
"We bought those in exuberant times and they were easy to get into but nobody thought about any exit strategy," he said.
"In Indonesia, it's quite clear that for the right price I'd buy it, for the right price I'd sell it. The same could be said of Malaysia but the problem with Malaysia is that I still don't have my own 100 per cent business there."
ANZ has also invested in two banks in China, with a 17.6 per cent stake in the Bank of Tianjin and a 20 per cent holding in the Shanghai Rural and Commercial Bank.
However, he said those investment mades sense for "strategic reasons" and the cap was based on a regulatory restriction.
"That still provides an optionality that I quite like."
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On 1 June 2017, the Association of Banks in Singapore (ABS) issued an update to their "Guidelines on Control Objectives and Procedures for Outsourced Service Providers". The update replaces the first version of these guidelines previously issued on 25 July 2015. Overall, the update involved only minor changes. Nevertheless, these changes indicate a greater emphasis on review, monitoring and control of the outsourced service providers (OSPs). OSPs should take note of this new emphasis as banks and other financial institutions (FIs) will likely look to these guidelines to supplement their own regulatory obligations when engaging OSPs. ABS guidelines in a nutshell The ABS guidelines set standards for OSPs relating to audit and inspection, internal controls (e.g. human resource policies and procedures), IT controls (e.g. physical security policies and disaster recovery procedures) and service controls (e.g. client contracting procedures). The guidelines were first published following the 5 September 2014 release by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) of two consultation papers relating to outsourcing arrangements of FIs. Likewise, it appears that these updated guidelines follow on from MAS' 27 July 2016 update of its Guidelines on Outsourcing. The MAS Guidelines on Outsourcing focus on standards FIs should adopt when engaging OSPs. The ABS guidelines, however, appear intended to address the other side of this coin by giving guidance to OSPs themselves on the minimum standards they should implement when dealing with FIs. Minor changes but greater emphasis on review, monitoring and control OSPs can take comfort in the fact that the ABS guidelines remain largely unchanged from their 2015 iteration. The entity level controls, general IT controls and service controls imposed by the 2015 guidelines do not see significant changes to their content. The most significant change is that the OSP's controls should be "reviewed and updated at least every 12 months". This requirement is newly included in Section II(e) on Backup and Disaster Recovery, Section II(f) on Network and Security Management and Section III(a)(2) on Setting up of New Clients/Processes. There is also a new focus on reporting substantial changes and adverse developments to the FIs. The section on frequency of external audits has also been updated. Previously, it was recommended that audits be conducted every 12 months with the sampling data covering a period of 12 months. The updated ABS guidelines now provide that the sample data should cover the entire period since the last audit, with a minimum period of 6 months and with reasons provided if the period covered is less than 6 months. What this means for OSPs While relatively minor, the changes suggest a greater focus on review, monitoring and control of the outsourcing...


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We Are the Storm
By Erin Yoshi, in collaboration with Asian Pacific Environmental Network.
AROUND THE WORLD, people in grassroots resistance movements are defending communities on the frontlines of climate change and industrial fossil fuel production—the extraction, transportation, and burning of oil, coal, and natural gas. The prints in this project, a collaboration between CultureStrike (a migrant-led arts and social justice organization) and the Justseeds Artists' Cooperative (a network of environmentally minded, social justice artists), document and amplify the work of these communities, bringing new voices to bear on the environmental movement.
Recognizing that the fossil fuel industry's impact on people and the planet is dire, and that communities of color most often bear the brunt of it, CultureStrike and Justseeds paired migrant, indigenous, and environmental artists with organizations from threatened regions around the United States—from First Nations defending their land from energy conglomerates to activists trying to prevent the construction of pipelines. The images created by these collaborative efforts tell the stories of communities facing industrial extractive industries, as well as the organizations building resilience to stand against these industries and to create alternative, sustainable futures.
This collection of work, which will travel to schools, galleries, and museums, strengthens and supports environmental justice movements. And in engaging and giving voice to artists who might not otherwise have seen themselves as agents of change, it may have the power to move the climate conversation in a new direction.
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The Mercedes-Benz X-Class Thread (MB Bakkie - RIP)
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'My bakkie has arrived!' The internet reacts to the new Mercedes-Benz X-Class in SA
Mercedes-Benz revealed its highly-anticipated X-Class bakkie in Cape Town on Tuesday.
The official global launch will take place in October 2017 while SA fans will have to wait until 2018 for the new X-Class to arrive locally.
And the price?
According to the automaker: "The Mercedes-Benz pick-up is attractively priced in the segment and is available in Germany from €37 294. Further market-specific prices will be made known successively."
Engine range
Mercedes has revealed the engine range for all markets. There are three 4-cylinder engines and a single 6-cylinder unit as follows:
X 200 - 122kW/238Nm
X 220 d - 120kW/403Nm
Here's what South Africans think of the new bakkie...
Those who love the new X-Class:
Packed in my backyard come October 2017
— otto tawanda chisiri (@tchisiri) July 18, 2017
I can imagine the price of this van yhoo
— bhut'Hlathi (@Sonwabile_Q) July 18, 2017
I love my Wildtrak... But this!!!
His-cerdes Benz ?????? https://t.co/sT3bydwF3j
— Zweli Ndhlovu (@JustZweli) July 18, 2017
Patrick Nicholls: The Toyota and now Ford Range offer a price range to capture both business and the middle to upper middle class South African. The New X-Class will do well in the Flashy and upper income class of buyer but I guess that is who you are targeting. So you will capture that section of the glitz market.
Jurie Nkadimeng: I think the Bakkie will take the local market by storm taking into considerations the quality products the Germans have been producing. I personally have a good belief in the product.
Raymond Becker: Will it compete in SA in the " Bakkie " range? Absolutely. If the launch price is comparable I'll be the first to buy one. Good news. I love my old Merc. At 300 000km she is going to be hard to park off. Will never sell her. 2007 C320 CDI. The best motor vehicle ever built. But I'll park her off for the x class.
Mike Sharples: Not another automaker climbing on the bakkie band wagon! However, I don't think Toyota or Ford will be quivering in their boots - they're selling more than 6000 bakkies between them every month in SA.
Off course, you won't be seeing any X Class on construction sites either – who would want to pay a million (or whatever) when you can get a perfectly serviceable working double cab bakkie for less than half of that.
You'll probably see one or two X Class with "designer dirt" running around Sandton – I mean, you can even open it with your cell phone – Hubba Hubba! Probably a great vehicle, but definitely aimed at the wealthy leisure market.
Nkosinathi Fudu: I am 100% sure your bakkie can withstand the conditions of South Africa. The products you mentioned are pretty good but because you have been in the game for some time even before the introduction of these products you will definitely out class them. Your engines are strong and long lasting. I see on the road a Mercedes Benz which I started to see in 1974 , the reason its on my mind is because it belonged to my University Rector you can imagine the impact it has on me.
Cwenga Mdala: The bakkie stands a chance of giving a Ford Ranger and VW Amarok a run for their money in terms of performance and comfortability. When it comes to reliability, durability, off road capability, fuel-efficiency and toughness, it surely won't match the two adorable legends of all time i.e Toyota and Isuzu. I don't think it will survive for our local harsh dirty roads besides affordability is gonna be a problem due to inflated prices on both entry level and top of the range models. Only time will tell how will it do on local market.
Lucious Bodibe: Toyota Hilux and Ford Ranger are the most popular bakkies at the present moment. Given the current economic situation, it will take some time for the new X-Class sales to take off. It will however give the Hilux and Ranger a run for their money once the economy recovers.
Karel Van Niekerk: It looks stunning. It is all about price in SA but yes you can beat the current leaders in the market like Ford And Toyota.
Sharen Beryl Carr Naude: Very handsome! The look is powerful. I can see myself towing with it.
Joseline Do Amaral: Hope the price is in-line with the other makes and models, the I will trade in my Ford Ranger.
Bulelwa Nzo: Beauty at its best, I love it!
Alex McDonald: Ugly as usual but time will make us get used to it and like it.
Rudi Lombard: Gone are the days of boring Japanese bakkies. The Germans brought us Amarok and now this Benz!
John Fuller: Yeah! My bakkie has arrived - just need to work out how to pay for it!?
...And those who don't
TJ Motors: It's a glorified Nissan bakkie with a Merc drivetrain, and a big price tag, Ford and toyota are a better bet( Nissan is glorified Renault).
Alberto Rongo: Not a chance, it's going to be a city bakkie, not a work horse.
Alan Mayor King: Everything looks great until you get to the end of the cab. Rear end from all angles in these pics looks unfinished and like it doesn't match the rest. MB can't enter a market like this, at a premium price which it will be, and expect to challenge the established brands unless it ticks all the boxes. The most important factor now at launch is looks, and it isn't there as far as I'm concerned. Maybe and hopefully it can prove itself on and off the road.
Marcel Erasmus: Just another overpriced ute. Why even? Waste of money.
Christo Retief: No comparison. This merc is not good looking at all.
Nkosingiphile Laduma Motha-Ngcobo: What a let down, from concept to this? Ladder frame Navara, suspension Navara, some model have Navara transmission. It also looks too close to the Navara. The front is not bad, but there is a big disconnect between the front and back. This is a rushed product, and it shows. Also steering wheel only height adjustable??!!
Frans Grundling: Ugly?? looks like a Foton at the back
http://www.wheels24.co.za/OffRoad_a...-the-new-mercedes-benz-x-class-in-sa-20170719
Here's what Mercedes X-Class looks like in base spec
As you would have read in our initial story on the reveal of the Mercedes-Benz X-Class, the new double-cab bakkie will be offered in three design and equipment variants. So, what does the base model look like?
Well, have a look at the images above to find out. According to the Stuttgart-based automaker, the so-called "Pure" specification (which sits at the very bottom of the range, under the Progressive and Power models) is "ideal for rugged, functional use".
"It fulfils all the demands placed on a workhorse. At the same time, its comfort and design make it perfect for visiting customers or suppliers and for private activities," the brand says in its press material.
The Pure model you see in the accompanying images is painted in Kabara Black metallic and features 17-inch steel wheels rather than alloys, wrapped in Goodyear 255/65 R17 rubber. You'll also notice that the front apron is unpainted, while the rear bumper is finished in black (although this isn't quite as noticeable on a black-painted vehicle as it otherwise might be).
Inside, X-Class Pure variants come with black Tunja fabric as standard, while black man-made leather will be available as an option. The steering wheel, shift lever knob (a six-manual, in this case) and handbrake lever also seemingly do without leather.
http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/heres-what-mercedes-x-class-looks-like-in-base-spec/
I am with this guy, certainly not a bad bakkie, but from the hype that was created this is a let down.
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What a ugly POS
Don't like it, the back looks terrible (concept looked way better)
Why use a Nissan and charge merc prices. Not cool Nissan sorry I mean Merc.
concept was way better
This looks like a Gupta deal
Watch Mercedes' X-Class one-tonner in action
Mercedes-Benz has released these videos from the world launch of the X-Class one-ton bakkie, shot in and around the launch venue in the Western Cape.
IOL Motoring editor Jason Woosey is at the launch - stay tuned for his driving impressions. Meanwhile...
http://www.iol.co.za/motoring/latest-launches/watch-mercedes-x-class-one-tonner-in-action-10363750
[video=youtube_share;h2Lw0clW9Sk]https://youtu.be/h2Lw0clW9Sk[/video]
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as for pricing, I think Merc should at least try to price the base models so that they compete with the other bakkies in the market, even if the base X-Class competes with the top spec of the others, it should at least compete.
As for that v6 model coming later, me thinks it will come in just under 1 million in top spec form, it will make the price of the v6 Amarok look like childs play.
As for sales, no way this will even remotely compete with the Hilux and Ranger, I think initially it should have pretty decent sales as in 500 odd per month, but eventually it will fall down to Amarok terotory.
Farmers don't buy double cab bakkies for hard work, I can't even see this thing on a farm as a wifes car.
bigboy529 said:
In reality the should not be struggling with pricing, take one look at that interior and you can see how cheap it is and all those bits carried over from the Navara, but obviously they will want to ride on their badge and price this high above everything else.
I completely agree with you on the sales figures, the Ranger and the Hilux won't be bothered at all by this, good for competition though lest some manufacturers decide to rest on their laurels.
Someone should have whispered to them about those air vents, the might be ok in their sedans but they look awful here.
Oh and if that 2.3 motor they are talking about is a Renault motor then they can GTFO, not interested.
Sumen
That's just sad, you forget that it's actually a partnership and not one manufacturer borrowing engines from the other
thechamp said:
I am going out on a limp here & say you are making some serious accusations here guy without actually seeing the interior.
The interior looks properly good, in pictures at least. Of course none of us have seen the interior IRL but you can bet your bottom dollar MB would not affix their name onto a vehicle unless it has a certain premium quality the brand is so well known for & respected for.
Also the interior looks drastically different from the twins. Unlike the arse which is clear Navara. Goes to show some major development work went into the interior to set it apart from the *American voice* Neesarn.
Alaskan:
Navara:
X-Class (base):
X-Class (top level):
So again the vast majority of people would say perceived interior quality goes tops for:
1) X-Class
2) Amarok
3) Rangey or Hilux (very close call).
Here is what I think. I know Mercedes-AMG said there are no plans for an AMG X-Class.
Current engine options will be:
Three 4-cylinder engines and a single 6-cylinder unit as follows:
X200 - 122kW/238Nm
X220d - 120kW/403Nm
The X200 is the only gasoline model & that is only for LHD markets. In theory you know what will be lekker...the 3.0-litre V6 twin-turbo from the C43; E43; GLC43 etc. 270 kW (367 hp) & 520 NM...sounds like a plan! An X43!
FiestaST said:
Maybe I expected more from MB, I find myself very underwhelmed by that interior, I will gladly take the Amarok one over that, but different strokes...
'NATURAL MOVE' TO BASE X-CLASS ON NAVARA – MERCEDES
Mercedes-Benz has defended its decision to base its new X-Class double-cab bakkie on the Nissan Navara, describing the move as "kind of natural".
Volker Mornhinweg, who heads up the Mercedes-Benz Vans division, told CarAdvice that the X-Class was more than a mere rebadged Navara (view the two bakkies side-by-side here).
"Worldwide – I'm talking about the globe, Earth – in the light commercial vehicle [LCV] business, it's a common approach to work with partners. That's all over the place. A lot of companies are working together quite successfully," Mornhinweg told the Australian publication.
"The reason for that is because, over years, LCV-makers have figured out that if we'd like to be, price-wise, attractive, we have to work in some areas together. We can't achieve, in our LCV segment, the huge amount of numbers as the passenger cars can. One car can sell millions of units, and if you move millions of units, you can come to a quite attractive cost situation," he explained.
"Therefore, in the LCV segment, it's quite common. It's a kind of spirit of this, because partnering in the passenger car segment is not that common. In the LCV business, it's quite common; it's a kind of natural move to think about these pick-ups," he added.
Mornhinweg also said that partnering with the Renault-Nissan alliance allowed the Stuttgart automaker to enjoy a faster turnout time as well as a wider spread of manufacturing facilities.
"For us, we had the target that we would like to introduce our product to market in a short-term notice. Second, it's a global product, so you cannot only build up one facility; an investment in one plant is huge. We have to have that in different places," he said, referring to Renault-Nissan alliance factories in Spain and Argentina.
"Therefore, we discussed it with Nissan. They were keen, they were willing, to work together with us when we started the discussions some years ago. Especially Nissan, they have a long tradition in doing pick-ups, and the basis, overall, was usable for us, and so we had it done."
Mornhinweg said that the X-Class wasn't merely a Navara wearing a Mercedes badge, arguing that the German bakkie featured revised suspension settings, a unique cabin and the option of a V6 in the flagship model.
"If we had done it just as a double-badge [re-badge] as you kind of see in the LCV business, then maybe we would have another discussion. I fully understand that. It's hard to say it's a double-badge," he argued.
http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/natural-move-to-base-x-class-on-navara-mercedes/
Mercedes-Benz reveals plush X-Class pick-up + passenger ride
Mercedes is aiming to broaden the appeal of its pick-up from traditional buyers to the leisure market; it goes on sale at the end of 2017
Mercedes has revealed its much anticipated new premium pick-up, the X-Class.
The model is a five-seat, four-door crew cab pick-up with a separate chassis, four engine options, a choice of selectable or permanent four-wheel drive and six-speed manual or seven-speed automatic transmission options. It goes on sale at the end of this year at prices starting from £34,500, inclusive of £5600 VAT.
The company claims that the X-Class can be used as both a rugged, off-road-capable pick-up, as well as a vehicle for urban families. Mercedes is aiming to meet the rising demand for pick-up trucks with the refinement and convenience features of a conventional car. Besides its robust construction and sophisticated suspension, the X-Class's premium cabin, connectivity, extensive safety aids and scope for personalisation are all intended to extend its appeal beyond the traditional pick-up buyer looking for a workhorse, towards the leisure market.
The X-Class' core markets are Argentina, South Africa, Australia, Brazil, New Zealand; it has been extensively tested in all, says the car maker. Inspiration comes from the more rugged end of Mercedes' vehicles - the G-Wagen and Unimog are said to have influenced its design. Its core buyer types are businesses, landowners, families, adventurers, independent free spirits, according to designer Gordon Wagener. "It's a vehicle of opposites: hot and cool, tough and elegant, wilderness and civilisation."
To this end, the X-Class is offered with three varieties of dashboard finish, six upholstery options including two in leather and three trim levels, ranging from the entry-level Pure through Power and Progressive. Mercedes-Benz UK expects almost all sales to be of the pricier Power and Progressive trims.
X-Class engines include a 161bhp diesel X220d and 187bhp X250d as well as a 163bhp petrol engine in some markets. A 255bhp, 542lb ft V6 diesel will be released in mid-2018. The X220d and X250d 4Matic provide selectable four-wheel drive, while the six-cylinder unit has permanent four-wheel drive. All versions have low-range gearing; a locking rear axle differential is optional.
Mercedes claims excellent off- and on-road performance, the X-Class's suspension consisting of coil-sprung double wishbones at the front and a coil-sprung, five-link live axle at the rear. Long spring travel, good articulation and precise wheel control are features, along with 'a high level of driving dynamics and ride comfort on the road'. The X-Class's driving character can be altered via Dynamic Select option providing comfort, ECO, sport, manual and off-road choices.
Volker Morningweg, head of vans, says Mercedes feels "It's the right time to launch a premium pick-up. We've put a lot of effort into this." Target models, though not premium, are Toyota Hilux - 'a solid product' - and the Ford Ranger. "We investigated both of these. We're new to this segment, so we have to be considered. Our clear target was excellent refinement - this is more a lifestyle oriented pick-up. It's not a basic workhorse.' It will be built in Spain, alongside the Nissan Navara and Cordoba, Argentina.
Pick-ups are mostly about carrying loads, and the X-Class can carry up to 1042kg – similar to that of mainstream competitors such as the Mitsubishi L200, Toyota Hilux and Nissan Navarra. The load bed length is 1587mm, its width 1560mm and height (to the top of the loadbed walls) 474mm. The X-Class will tow a 3.5 tonne load equivalent to a three-berth horsebox or an 8m yacht. It's slightly wider than its competitors, and also has the longest wheelbase in the class.
Load securing points are also standard, these becoming load-securing rails on higher trim levels. Typical pick-up options include a styled body-colour rear canopy, a plastic load-bed liner, a bed-divider system, soft and hard tonneau covers, an aluminium roll-top cover, a 156-litre storage box, running boards, a roll-over hoop and a three-piece detachable stainless steel underguard.
Less typical of a pick-up are Active Brake Assist, Lane Keeping Assist and Traffic Sign Assist, along with a connectivity app that enables users to remotely locate the vehicle, check its fuel level and navigate from door-to-door via a smartphone. Also unusual is a higher standard of in-cab finish than typically found aboard pick-up trucks. Mercedes' Comand infotainment and 360-degree cameras are also options.
We've taken a ride in the X-Class - here's what we thought
In 12 minutes, we enthusiastically attacked a race track, performed standing starts on super-steep hills, effortlessly descended them, traversed a set of moguls that got wheels dangling, clambered over boulders and through a water splash, before riding a bank of earth that tilted this Mercedes 42 degrees from the horizontal. At that angle an occupant sitting on the low side of the car is almost close enough to the ground to drop a window and pick flowers. At the 50 degree tilt that is this pick-up's tip limit, it would certainly be possible. So that's impressive.
So is the X-Class's aura of robustness, and the basic pliancy of its suspension over rough stuff, which is supple enough to cushion sharp jolts effectively. Suspension articulation seems promising too, the succession of earth hillocks that compress the front-left, rear-right, front-right, rear-left springs alternately being taller obstacles than most drivers would tackle. The steep hill from a standing start is no trouble in this X250d automatic either, the task further eased by a hill-holder.
The return to level earth is hill descent controlled, the drop notable for the lack of clack from the ABS actuators. Refinement has been an important aspect of the X-Trail's development, Mercedes clearly needing to set higher standards than both the Nissan Navara and Renault Alaskan that share much of its innards, as well as rivals such as the VW Amarok. In fact, the Renault-sourced diesel is more rattlingly vocal than you'd expect, though mostly when revved. Otherwise, the X-Class does have much of a car's civility.
It's definitely less car-like on a track, unsurprisingly, bodyroll and rear-end tyre squeal accompanying a trip towards the grip limits. But we're probably travelling faster than you would in most pick-ups, and on this smooth track, it feels controlled. Whether the manners of this Mercedes crew cab improve on the Navarra's sufficiently to warrant a sizeable price difference we'll need some testing to reveal. But the promise is there.
https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/mercedes-benz-reveals-plush-x-class-pick-passenger-ride
10 things you need to know about the Mercedes-Benz X-Class in SA
It has been quite a week for bakkie fans as Mercedes-Benz debuted its new X-Class in Cape Town on Tuesday.
Premium bakkie
The X-Class, touted as world's first "premium double-cab bakkie", will arrive locally in 2018.
The global launch will take place in October 2017.
The price? According to the automaker: "The Mercedes-Benz pick-up is attractively priced in the segment and is available in Germany from €37 294. Further market-specific prices will be made known successively."
Here are 10 things you need to know about the X-Class:
1. There are three 4-cylinder engines and a single 6-cylinder unit as follows:
2. It's fitted with engageable 4MATIC all-wheel drive (with low-range) and optional differential lock. Permanent all-wheel drive will be available from 2018.
3. There are three trim levels - Pure for utilitarian use, Progressive for quality feel and comfort and Power as the high-end variant for urban lifestyles.
4. It could be a decent workhorse with a payload of up to 1100kg. The load area also offers LEDs to help illuminate the area and its fitted with a 12-volt socket for power tools.
5. It should be a practical bakkie. Here's why:
6. It has a refined interior - the cabin comprises three trim levels, has leather seats and there are two roof line colours available.
7. It's set to take on local bakkie stalwarts such as the Toyota Hilux and Ford Ranger:
8. It could be great off-road:
9. X-Class customers can connect to their vehicle via a smartphone and can access information such as the location of the vehicle, fuel range and navigation.
10. Customers can add styling bars, side-bars, a canopy and covers for cargo and off-road use.
http://www.wheels24.co.za/OffRoad_a...bout-the-mercedes-benz-x-class-in-sa-20170719
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