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Old Nov 4, 2013 | 01:22 PM
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Differences between 2012,2013,2014 C Coupes

I am curious what the differences are between the 2012,2013,2014 C Coupes. The only one I have noticed is the grille (non AMG), which is darker, though I'm not sure if that was started in 2013 or 2014.

Chime in and lets share any other differences (if any) whether its interior, exterior, engine, etc.
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Old Nov 4, 2013 | 01:42 PM
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Originally Posted by huzz
I am curious what the differences are between the 2012,2013,2014 C Coupes. The only one I have noticed is the grille (non AMG), which is darker, though I'm not sure if that was started in 2013 or 2014.

Chime in and lets share any other differences (if any) whether its interior, exterior, engine, etc.
Can not go into great detail but my 2013 (build date 2/13) seems to have many of the 2012 problems corrected. Shifts ( paddles) ok, no rattles, HK Sound ok. No real complaints. I like my cars to handle well and have increased PSI to 35 front,32 rear. 30/30 way too soft. Great improvement! Ride is still good. Would like any good ideas on how to improve standard headlight bulbs. Do not plan on going to Xenons. Have them on on my GLK350.

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Old Nov 4, 2013 | 03:35 PM
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Originally Posted by greasykid
Can not go into great detail but my 2013 (build date 2/13) seems to have many of the 2012 problems corrected. Shifts ( paddles) ok, no rattles, HK Sound ok. No real complaints. I like my cars to handle well and have increased PSI to 35 front,32 rear. 30/30 way too soft. Great improvement! Ride is still good. Would like any good ideas on how to improve standard headlight bulbs. Do not plan on going to Xenons. Have them on on my GLK350.


Why would anyone set rear tires less pressure than front on staggered setup? Who said to you to use 30/30? I am using 34 front and 37 rear on winter tires, summer time I am going up to 40 on rear but they are wider than stock sizes.
I am using Phillips Diamond vision for low beams, great/strong white light.
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Old Nov 4, 2013 | 03:48 PM
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Why would anyone set rear tires less pressure than front on staggered setup? Who said to you to use 30/30? I am using 34 front and 37 rear on winter tires, summer time I am going up to 40 on rear but they are wider than stock sizes.
I am using Phillips Diamond vision for low beams, great/strong white light.
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Old Nov 4, 2013 | 03:50 PM
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Gas filler door.
Could you please take a picture and post it here? I can't believe it ...
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Old Nov 4, 2013 | 04:29 PM
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has newer interface for the dash screens. it's gray instead of brown (looks better)
start/stop engines
amg sports pack is only available 2013+ (wheels/red stitching etc)
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Could you please take a picture and post it here? I can't believe it ...
Would I lie to you? Believe me! I am still experimenting with rear PSI. Have only had car for a few weeks.

Much difference with bulb change?

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Would I lie to you? Believe me! I am still experimenting with rear PSI. Have only had car for a few weeks.

Much difference with bulb change?
I am not sure, what exactly sticker on this gas door said?
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I am not sure, what exactly sticker on this gas door said?
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has newer interface for the dash screens. it's gray instead of brown (looks better)
start/stop engines
amg sports pack is only available 2013+ (wheels/red stitching etc)
The interface is nearly identical. Just changed some colors.
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The MY2013 introduced the Sport Package: black AMB sears with red stitching on seat, steering wheel, shifter, seats, and floor mats.
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2013+
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amg sports pack is only available 2013+ (wheels/red stitching etc)
~ they also reversed/flipped the turn signal and cruise control levers for '13 versus '12.
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The only real difference across the model range has been the dial display colour change from beige to silver.

MY13 onwards offer the AMG sport plus package option and depending on Country you can now select wheels from the entire range on offer for the c class
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