Hello all,

I've got my heart set on the C230 for myself for my new car this spring, now all I need to do is find a configuration that is pleasing both to me and to my wallet. :p What I'd like to do is get the standard charcoal cloth interior, c2, heated seats, and cd changer. What worries me is I wasn't a real big fan of the pattern on the cloth - it's a little busy for my taste. But I saw on MB's site, in the configuration for the coupe, a different pattern for the charcoal cloth. The only problem is it's such a small picture I can't get a good idea of what it would really look like - I included the picture with this post. Does anyone have this interior? Can you please post a picture of what it looks like if you have it?

Thanks a bunch!

 

I have no idea what the little picture is supposed to show. The fabric pattern hasn't been changed.

 

are those lil dolphins or something??? kinda......fruity i really like the fabric just not the pattern (if it was plain and just grey or charcoal cloth i wouldnt get leather).

 

Yeah, Edmunds describes the pattern as looking like "a grunion run". It's just bizarre since MBUSA's site still shows the fish pattern in all its photos, but when you go to build a C Coupe the pattern that it shows for the charcoal cloth is the one I attached, with dots on it. I'm thinking that *might* be an improvement, but since that picture is so small I can't really tell.

But I agree, they should really just make it plain. Of course it's probably just a marketing ploy to get people to buy leather.

 

The picture Lynn posted may be out of date based on your observation. Also, to me, leather makes a huge difference in any car, but especially the coupe. IMO, it takes it to a different level. Alas, some people will say they wouldn't get leather no matter what -- to each his own! If you can swing it you probably won't regret it. It's too bad the coupe doesn't have two standard trims, the cloth or the MB-Tex/Leather like the sedans.

 

I have a 2002 C230K with the oyster cloth and we really like it. With the Orion blue exterior, my wife says the car is "cheeryful" appearing. The pattern is not bad at all. The leather left me cold, literally.

 

Women may have a subconcious attraction to that pattern!

 

I agree about what leather can do for a car. However, unless the dealer can really hook me up, it will most likely be a choice between getting the c2 package, or leaving that off and getting leather and wood trim (I don't think I'd like the aluminum with the leather).

So which do you guys think is more worth the price: c2 or leather?

 

Well on audi A4s (B5 platform) the sport bucket seats in US only came with cloth but it wasn't the fuzzy carpet like cloth on some Am cars but nice cloth...nice enough that if there were no patterns and just plain black/charcoal I would get it over leather (it grips better than leather anyway). BUT since every cloth interior has some sorta weird pattern I try to get leather for that clean/smooth look.:p

 

C2, IMO. You "need" the panorama roof more than the leather...

 

C2.

The pics I posted are up to date. I have seen over 20 2003's with cloth interiors at the two dealers here, and the cloth has not been changed. If you go to the german MB site and go into the konfigurator page, it shows that pattern. But, you can get the little fishies in red, blue, green, and yellow as well as grey.

 

I got the charcoal cloth and the pattern doesn't bother me. At first I was afraid that it would, but it grew on me. I don't even think about it anymore. I just get in the car and drive. Good luck with your new car.

 

the c230 is the first car i ever owned that had cloth interior.
i would have gotten leather but when i got the c230 this is all they had unless i wanted to order one and wait 4 months.
i dont mind the cloth at all. i actually think if it did not have the pattern it would be ugly, to dull.

 

You really should consider getting the C7 package, I guarantee you will be kicking yourself if you don't.

 

Agreed, its worth every penny. Borrow the $750 if you have to...

Erik

 

I too have the grunion run pattern. Those termite holes could very well be a step up. Hopefully it wouldn't be a yellow polka dot bikini.

 

Hey Ezzie,

If you PM me this weekend, I'd be willing to sell you my BRAND spanking new C320. You'd save a ton of money not having to pay the tax, license, registration, destination&delivery, dealer prep, etc. that I paid last weekend.

It's a bit more car than I can afford, so I'm willing to take a loss to get out from under it. I'm asking 40K. Its got chrome wheels too! Very few miles on it (maybe 200). Its got the rain sensor, power sun/moon roof, auto-dimming mirrors, the whole C2 package. Also has the 5-spd electronically controlled auto transmission and the factory installed CD changer. It's brilliant silver with charcoal leather interior.

lemee know,

EDJ

 

When did you buy this car? Can't you just return it to the dealer and get your money back within a certian number of days?

 

Four 17" 7-spoke alloy wheels with 225/45 ZR17 high-performance tires. Color-keyed exterior door handles. Enlarged, polished stainless steel exhaust tip. 3-spoke sport steering wheel with raised thumbgrips. Leather-covered sport shift knob. Rubber-studded aluminum pedals. Patterned aluminum door sill appliqués.

Lets also not forget it has the short throw shifter and a few other undocumented features.


Definately the best deal going on ANY Mercedes model.

Back on the topic...I liked the cloth. I didn't get it because Ive got a newborn son, and the thought of cleaning up baby spittle on the cloth made the leather a no brainer. Definately get the panoramic sunroof over the leather. But make sure youve got the C7 package...its amazing how much a difference it makes.

 

California doesn't have a "cooling off" period. You buy a car and you're stuck with it. All of the dealerships have signs everywhere stating this.

- BT

 

every dealer ive bought a car has that "NO COOLING OFF PERIOD" posted.

i would get the C2 over leather. but as everyone else says really try to get the C7. rob a bank or something. j.k but it is the best deal, that and the C4 for $750. but i would get the C7 over the C4 anyday!!!

 

bite the bullet....get the c5 and the best of both worlds

 

C7 is a good deal if you live in a warm climate. If you experience snow then you must purchase extra steel rims and snow tires and be prepared to swap them out each season. The summer performance tires on C7 also wear quickly so you must factor the cost of premature replacement also. Consider these factors and make an informed decision.

 

Yes, I hadn't really considered the C7 package for myself for that very reason(I'm in Milwaukee). Plus, it will be a leased car so I'm not all that interested in the hassle of swapping out tires twice a year.

While I would really love the leather, I know that I'll most likely get more use out of the sunroof, rain sensor, and auto-dimming mirrors, so I think that's what will be the winner. That said, I'll see probably have my dealer run the numbers with the leather and wood trim on there as well!

Thanks for your input guys!

 

C5 - has both plus Bose. I would kick myself for not getting it but I like the cloth, and I'm fine with the standard stereo.