Gungaslow

The BITURBO badges are stock.. the c43 comes with those

JBMCL

Passed on the A4 when I picked up my C300 a few months ago. I was close to pulling the trigger on a 4er but decided on the MB.

Really wasn't a fan of the A4 or Audi's in general.

buler

I did extensive test drives in the Merc, BMW 430 Gran Coupe, Lexus IS350, Lexus RC350 and the A4.

None of them was a clear winner for me. Front seat comfort was at the top of my list of criteria. The C300 was best by far for front seat comfort on 2-3 hour drives. How many people test drive cars for 3+ hours? I do.

The BMW was best chassis/handling/power. But the front seat was awful for me. Plus the C300 interior beat out the BMW.

I actually preferred the Lexus IS350 exterior to the others, but again the F Sport front seats were not good.

I wasn't able to drive an A4 for extended drives. The Audi dealer was not very accommodating. That being said, I was prepared to order an A4 with a manual transmission. But the dealer wouldn't budge much on price and wanted 10% down (non refundable) to place the order. The sport front seats were also not as comfy as the C300.

Since I was planning on leasing, reliability wasn't as high of a concern as it would normally be. So in the end, I went with the C300. Best interior of the group (the A4 being a close second).

chicago-guy

+1

Ouch1234

Was going after silver, but the wife liked this color better.

chicago-guy

Looks sharp. That wheel design is most likely the one I would pick if buying today -- very clean lines and complements the grille. And I personally think cardinal red is near the top of the current color line-up -- better visibility for starters, although maybe slightly harder than a metallic silver to keep looking clean. So just keep some waterless wash/instant detailer and microfiber towels handy, and enjoy the ride!

Dstopsie

I have had both the Lexus RC 350 F sport and the IS350 F sport. I agree with you about the seats in both of these cars. The RC just sat too low and would break my back by the time I got out of it. So this time around I decided to give the 2017 C300 sport sedan a try. I've had it for almost 2 months and I'm really enjoying driving the car. The car is faster than I thought it would be given that it's a four-cylinder turbo and I was used to driving my six-cylinder Lexus. I wasn't interested in the turbo on the Lexus as I've heard reports that it's very slow. I think Mercedes did a good job with the C300. I'm getting way better gas mileage than I did on either of my Lexus vehicles. I have the Burmester stereo and I think that could be better since I had Mark Levinson in both of my Lexus vehicles. The only other thing I wish I had on the Mercedes is the park assist, I miss that feature. That only came on my RC 350 F sport not the Is. I didn't even consider an Audi. Like I said so far very happy with my c300 sport sedan.

sean1.8t

I just think that the new B9 A4 is unmatched in it's segment. Especially with the virtual cockpit and the quality of the interior. I wanted an S4 but it wasn't available when I needed a car. So I drive the 450 as my second choice. Not too mad about it though. This car is quite amazing.

FastE

It is all a matter of opinion. It really matters what your priority is. I think the interior was the final straw for me to buy MB - I find it incredible. I also found the feeling of lag in the Audi at low rpms - as I came from a naturally aspirated V8 E550, and was sensitive to that.

I have owned my C43 only for a brief time. I test drove and borrowed a lot of cars for 6 months (driving my wife crazy). The C43 also allows my wife to drive it in comfort mode, and me.... guess :-).

DBOC205

ECO mode??

Oooonly kiddin! 43 is a great all rounder by looks - I'm considering putting an order in for one as well later this year.

FastE

Yup. I like looking at the sailboat, and my engine turning off at stoplights. NOT.

sean1.8t

I'm guessing you're like me and drive it in Sport+ 99% of the time?

I seriously try to drive it in other modes but I just can't. I do ECO when I'm long distance freeway cruising, but that's it. I've never even been in the regular sport mode haha. I didn't get this car for the "comfort", otherwise I wouldn't own a car with 'AMG' in the name

FastE

I actually use "Individual" with the suspension in comfort. Of course then I tap the exhaust button. That is always open!

I even drive in manual a lot. I guess that goes back to driving a standard. I don't really need to...

sean1.8t

Word. I just do S+ then hit the suspension button to comfort. So yeah, same diff.

I also do manual mode constantly. I like using the engine to slow down rather than the brakes plus in S+ it wants you to cruise everywhere @ 3500-4000rpms. I click it down to 7th gear even when only doing 40mph. This motor has such great low end tq that it'll maintain speed @ ~1200rpm all day. I've even climbed some decent hills down in that range.

FastE

Yup. Same diff.

I prefer to open up the revs though... Gotta love that sound!

sean1.8t

LOOOOOOVE them revs! I can't wait to get my downpipes on! I already know it's going to be 100x's more delicious and THAT is saying something right there

alexasa

iTrader: (1)

Audi driving dynamics are not in the same league as the 450/43

morlim

Hi from Portugal! My first post here with some photos of my new car.
It's a C220d with AMG package. Until now i'm loving the car but missing the ability to turn off completely the ESP (from my previous BMW) to make some slides on the runabouts.

I have some mods in my mind so i will be posting here more photos

sean1.8t

First 450 with a box?

FastE

I also like traction control in "Sport Mode". Drives much more like RWD

sean1.8t

I usually turn mine off until I need cruise control.

Was a bit today and earlier rain had the ground a bit damp. Anyway, turning onto a freeway on-ramp I got her the most sideways I've been in it so far. Such a great torque split; so much in the rear that it easily snap-oversteers and just enough in the front to hold you in it and pull you back strait, then BAM > GONE!! I was doing ~120 by the time I got to the merge point/roughly 1/4 mile later. 100% stock right now. Going stage 2 next week is going to be nuts!

*Disclaimer: This was on an industrial beltway section where NO ONE was around.

And I was in Mexico

Zed512

sean1.8t

Very nice

Whats up with the front and rear? Looks like some sort of add-ons but I can't tell for sure. Got any info/detailed pics?

Any other mods?

Zed512

OEM AMG Front splitter and diffuser. Haven't seen many c450 with them installed.

Perhaps wheels and lowering springs some day

porscheke

Very nice car man