The ONLY C230 Kompressor BLACK SERIES
08-22-2011, 01:46 AM
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@ 105k miles, the C230 needed Service A.
So, I had the following done:
Service A,
Differential Fluid,
Coolant Flush,
Spark Plugs,
Flex Disc,
Transmission Mount,
Fuel Filter, and
Front and Rear Brake Rotors and Pads.
The car feels better now. Matt, the vibrating noise is gone now (it was most likely the transmission mount, again).
LiquiMoly instead of Mobil 1 was used.
See if you can spot the C230:
As I had already spent quite a bit of money with them the week before, Auto Talent did the service on the w203. Auto Talent is top notch and gets nothing but praise from me.
This is what I had gotten from them last week:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BA_MFZGegsE
So, I had the following done:
Service A,
Differential Fluid,
Coolant Flush,
Spark Plugs,
Flex Disc,
Transmission Mount,
Fuel Filter, and
Front and Rear Brake Rotors and Pads.
The car feels better now. Matt, the vibrating noise is gone now (it was most likely the transmission mount, again).
LiquiMoly instead of Mobil 1 was used.
See if you can spot the C230:
As I had already spent quite a bit of money with them the week before, Auto Talent did the service on the w203. Auto Talent is top notch and gets nothing but praise from me.
This is what I had gotten from them last week:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BA_MFZGegsE
08-22-2011, 03:04 AM
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08-24-2011, 03:02 AM
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Mentioned in passing to the Mrs. that our C is now due for its 105,000-mile Service B. “How much will that be?” “About $1500 altogether since it’s throwing OBDII codes for faulty oxygen sensors and needs a new trunk lock actuator.” “That seems like a lot.” “Nonsense, I just dropped ~$2000 on fresh tires and brake hardware for my next track day with the guys… upgraded the intercooler circuit so it’s good on long WOT pulls, too.” “This car hasn’t been particularly inexpensive to keep running over the years.” At least the DIY labor is reasonable..
“Would you rather we 'invest' $20,000 in a sensible Camry or Accord from CarMax this weekend?”
“Well, I guess you can go ahead and fix it when you’ve the time.”
08-24-2011, 08:52 AM
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That’s indeed a thorough Service A.
Mentioned in passing to the Mrs. that our C is now due for its 105,000-mile Service B. “How much will that be?” “About $1500 altogether since it’s throwing OBDII codes for faulty oxygen sensors and needs a new trunk lock actuator.” “That seems like a lot.” “Nonsense, I just dropped ~$2000 on fresh tires and brake hardware for my next track day with the guys… upgraded the intercooler circuit so it’s good on long WOT pulls, too.” “This car hasn’t been particularly inexpensive to keep running over the years.” At least the DIY labor is reasonable..
“Would you rather we 'invest' $20,000 in a sensible Camry or Accord from CarMax this weekend?”
“Well, I guess you can go ahead and fix it when you’ve the time.”
Mentioned in passing to the Mrs. that our C is now due for its 105,000-mile Service B. “How much will that be?” “About $1500 altogether since it’s throwing OBDII codes for faulty oxygen sensors and needs a new trunk lock actuator.” “That seems like a lot.” “Nonsense, I just dropped ~$2000 on fresh tires and brake hardware for my next track day with the guys… upgraded the intercooler circuit so it’s good on long WOT pulls, too.” “This car hasn’t been particularly inexpensive to keep running over the years.” At least the DIY labor is reasonable..
“Would you rather we 'invest' $20,000 in a sensible Camry or Accord from CarMax this weekend?”
“Well, I guess you can go ahead and fix it when you’ve the time.”
LOL! TThats a great woman. Mine would've insisted me spending it on her haha
08-24-2011, 01:37 PM
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Thanks!
That’s indeed a thorough Service A.
Mentioned in passing to the Mrs. that our C is now due for its 105,000-mile Service B. “How much will that be?” “About $1500 altogether since it’s throwing OBDII codes for faulty oxygen sensors and needs a new trunk lock actuator.” “That seems like a lot.” “Nonsense, I just dropped ~$2000 on fresh tires and brake hardware for my next track day with the guys… upgraded the intercooler circuit so it’s good on long WOT pulls, too.” “This car hasn’t been particularly inexpensive to keep running over the years.” At least the DIY labor is reasonable..
“Would you rather we 'invest' $20,000 in a sensible Camry or Accord from CarMax this weekend?”
“Well, I guess you can go ahead and fix it when you’ve the time.”
Mentioned in passing to the Mrs. that our C is now due for its 105,000-mile Service B. “How much will that be?” “About $1500 altogether since it’s throwing OBDII codes for faulty oxygen sensors and needs a new trunk lock actuator.” “That seems like a lot.” “Nonsense, I just dropped ~$2000 on fresh tires and brake hardware for my next track day with the guys… upgraded the intercooler circuit so it’s good on long WOT pulls, too.” “This car hasn’t been particularly inexpensive to keep running over the years.” At least the DIY labor is reasonable..
“Would you rather we 'invest' $20,000 in a sensible Camry or Accord from CarMax this weekend?”
“Well, I guess you can go ahead and fix it when you’ve the time.”
09-16-2011, 12:50 PM
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Hey guys!
I'm in Germany right now driving my new 2012 C250 Coupe around.
Here's a pic:
Here's the thread I started on the C204 coupe forum:
https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-c...-delivery.html
I'm in Germany right now driving my new 2012 C250 Coupe around.
Here's a pic:
Here's the thread I started on the C204 coupe forum:
https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-c...-delivery.html
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09-16-2011, 12:59 PM
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09-16-2011, 01:02 PM
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I hardly ever like coupes but the C204 does look great in white and with those rims. The pano roof is great, too as it gives the blacked-out roof look and also actually functions as something!
After a chilly night of temps in the low 60s or below my 05 does a stupid half-second stumble at start-up, too. I plan to replace the upstream O2 sensor per Johnand's recommendation.. can't hurt.
After a chilly night of temps in the low 60s or below my 05 does a stupid half-second stumble at start-up, too. I plan to replace the upstream O2 sensor per Johnand's recommendation.. can't hurt.
09-16-2011, 01:06 PM
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I hardly ever like coupes but the C204 does look great in white and with those rims. The pano roof is great, too as it gives the blacked-out roof look and also actually functions as something!
After a chilly night of temps in the low 60s or below my 05 does a stupid half-second stumble at start-up, too. I plan to replace the upstream O2 sensor per Johnand's recommendation.. can't hurt.
After a chilly night of temps in the low 60s or below my 05 does a stupid half-second stumble at start-up, too. I plan to replace the upstream O2 sensor per Johnand's recommendation.. can't hurt.
Sounds like we have the same problem. Let me know how that goes and I'll do the same.
09-17-2011, 12:40 AM
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09-17-2011, 10:11 AM
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Congrats Phil! Perfect choice of options and color, IMO.
European delivery is on my list of things to do sometime in my lifetime. I will be following your posts closely and may even be contacting you to talk about your coupe. I am getting a new car in the next few months, and the W204 coupe is on the short list.
European delivery is on my list of things to do sometime in my lifetime. I will be following your posts closely and may even be contacting you to talk about your coupe. I am getting a new car in the next few months, and the W204 coupe is on the short list.
09-17-2011, 04:42 PM
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HELL NO! My wife is going to start driving the 07. She has really fell in love with it, and wants it as her daily driver. She has given me the OK to get pretty much any car I want for my daily driver. Only stipulation is it must get at least 30MPG highway since I have a 70 mile daily commute.
My short list in no particular order:
2011-2012 Audi TT 2.0 Coupe or Convertible
2011-2012 Audi A3 TDI (42MPG highway, but is SLOOOOWWWW.)
2012 MB C250 coupe
2009-2011 MB SLK350 (Doesn't meet the 30MPG, but is close, and I have always wanted one.)
Still researching others.
I want something with good highway mileage, but that is fun to drive, and doesn't look like everything else. Right now the clear front runner so far is the Audi TT. Already drove one about a week ago, and I still have a grin on my face
My short list in no particular order:
2011-2012 Audi TT 2.0 Coupe or Convertible
2011-2012 Audi A3 TDI (42MPG highway, but is SLOOOOWWWW.)
2012 MB C250 coupe
2009-2011 MB SLK350 (Doesn't meet the 30MPG, but is close, and I have always wanted one.)
Still researching others.
I want something with good highway mileage, but that is fun to drive, and doesn't look like everything else. Right now the clear front runner so far is the Audi TT. Already drove one about a week ago, and I still have a grin on my face
09-18-2011, 12:33 PM
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Congrats Phil! Perfect choice of options and color, IMO.
European delivery is on my list of things to do sometime in my lifetime. I will be following your posts closely and may even be contacting you to talk about your coupe. I am getting a new car in the next few months, and the W204 coupe is on the short list.
European delivery is on my list of things to do sometime in my lifetime. I will be following your posts closely and may even be contacting you to talk about your coupe. I am getting a new car in the next few months, and the W204 coupe is on the short list.
Thanks, buddy!
That's 130+ on half throttle. I still have not gone farther than half throttle on the car. I would have to floor the C230 to get it past 120.
The extra 29 or so ft-lbs of torque really make a huge difference. The car is better around town and is quite quiet. The 1.8T doesn't have any lag and feels stronger all around compared to the 1.8K. The fuel economy is also pretty damn awesome as well.
Definitely, the new tech and the new design is fantastic. I was loading up luggage into it and I thought to myself "this is indeed more elegant than the old W209.
