Big feet, small car
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Big feet, small car
I know this thread seems stupid but want know if anyone else experiences this. I test drove a 2004 C240 back to back with a 330xi to see which one I preferred. The C was the clear winner with one exception; when I apply the brakes the tip of my shoe rubbed against a metal plate or something that's above the pedals. And the dead pedal seemed really small too. My toes were slightly bent upwards. I'm 6' 2" and wear a size 12(U.S.) shoe. Does anyone else have this problem.
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I would have posted this question whether or not I had a W203. I believe the heading of the website says "for the Mercedes-Benz enthusiast" not "Mercedes-Benz owners only"
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I wear size 12's and I'm six foot, but I sit very far back, and in my most comfortable position, my toes probably reach just below the top of the brake pedal.
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There is something to be said for sh*tting or getting off the pot, though.
I've got size 10 shoes, and even I have issues with the dead pedal area - Mercedes just aren't made with a serious driver in mind, imho.
I've got size 10 shoes, and even I have issues with the dead pedal area - Mercedes just aren't made with a serious driver in mind, imho.
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I sit in an upright positions where the backrest is about in line with the B pillar. I find it helps keep my attention to the task at hand and it is safer in the event of an accident. And I agree about the getting off the pot remark. In fact, I would have had a C280 about 2 months ago but it is a question of money. My tuition is due in full on the 30th. No help from parents/family(my decision). 100% out of my pocket.
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GAH..!
Finally someone mentions this. I thought it was me or the car. My feet never fit perfectly beneath any of the pedals, even the resting foot area and im size 12.
It absolutely kills the driving experience big time, I HATE it.
Finally someone mentions this. I thought it was me or the car. My feet never fit perfectly beneath any of the pedals, even the resting foot area and im size 12.
It absolutely kills the driving experience big time, I HATE it.
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I'm 6'4" and wear size 13-14 and I have no problems at all. I like the placement of everything in this car, that's why when I was done with my C230 I got another C instead of something else. Though recently I drove around a CTS-V for a day and would have seriously considered that against my C55 if I had remembered about them. My car's exterior looks much better than the CTS, but the 400hp and 6 speed would have made for a very tough decision. I really liked that V.
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hmm... are you sure your seating position is set properly?
I'm a size 14 and I have absolutely no problems... In fact, barefoot, I can keep most of my foot on the gas pedal and just stretch my big toe to hit the brakes.
I'm a size 14 and I have absolutely no problems... In fact, barefoot, I can keep most of my foot on the gas pedal and just stretch my big toe to hit the brakes.
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1999 CLK320 (sold), 2007 C230 SS (gone), 2000 Grand Marquis, 2011 CR-Z, stay tuned...
I'm not the biggest guy, but I do wear size 11 and am about 5'11". Everything fits me perfectly. The seat isn't the cuppiest, but overall, the car is great!