Mercedes-Benz C320 vs. BMW 330i - Page 2

Jul 17, 2003 | 08:16 AM

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Originally posted by FrankW
to answer AlBoston's question.

Yes, the US has a different sport pkg then in Europe. The US sport pkg is basically the Europe's Avantgarde model with 7-spoke Evolution wheels.

The Sport pkg offered in Europe has all these thing: "It comprises sports suspension, 17-inch 5-spoke light-alloy wheels, mixed-size tyres (size 225/45 at the front and size 245/40 at the rear) and an oval stainless steel tailpipe (the diesel models feature two chromed tailpipes). The 17-inch high-performance brakes, with perforated brake discs and "Mercedes-Benz"-badged brake callipers, not only keep the power under control but look good too. For the interior, there are sports seats upholstered in either "Speed" fabric, leather or TWIN Leather, while studded, brushed stainless steel sports pedals, a three-spoke multifunction steering wheel with thumbrests and a short leather gear knob round off the package. "

here's the link to MB world wide site: http://www.mercedes-benz.com/e/cars/c-class/lines.htm

also, if you click on the AMG section, they also have a AMG sport pkg.

I want those euro sport package wheels!!! This guy is in UAE... u think they get that package? I think they get the same stuff as europe. If you can get that sport package frank posted, i say get the C320.

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Jul 17, 2003 | 09:36 AM

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I think there is a slight confusion here. :p

I will be going to 12th grade and will finish school in a year. Then I'll be going to America for university. I currently attend the American School of Dubai.

I am just "planning" on which car I should get there. Therefore, think of it as if I'm buying the car in America.

Jul 17, 2003 | 09:40 AM

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Originally posted by Kain
I think there is a slight confusion here. :p

I will be going to 12th grade and will finish school in a year. Then I'll be going to America for university. I currently attend the American School of Dubai.

I am just "planning" on which car I should get there. Therefore, think of it as if I'm buying the car in America.

Then just drive BOTH cars when you get here and decide which one suits YOUR needs better. You really don't need us to tell you what to get. If you can't make up your mind take the bus.

Jul 17, 2003 | 09:42 AM

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are you really considering this or just BSing to stir things up. i have been reading most of you posts and all you praise is audi

Jul 17, 2003 | 09:59 AM

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Where are you planning on going to school? Boston? If so I say get the C-class... smoother ride (we have terrible roads). And at least 80% of the international students drive a BMW 3-series. I know several of them that do.

Jul 17, 2003 | 10:03 AM

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Probably in New Jersey.

Jul 17, 2003 | 10:05 AM

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Originally posted by noblert10
are you really considering this or just BSing to stir things up. i have been reading most of you posts and all you praise is audi

No, I am not BSing here. The reason I am not sure if I want an Audi is because its resale value is far lower than Mercedes-Benz's and BMW's.

Jul 17, 2003 | 10:48 AM

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No, I am not BSing here. The reason I am not sure if I want an Audi is because its resale value is far lower than Mercedes-Benz's and BMW's.

well if you are serious i will help you out a bit.

alboston said it best i think

you value performance more buy bmw
you value luxury more buy mercedes

simple as that

personally i feel the comparison is unfair between these two cars. which is why i bought the benz. it just comes down to what you want out of your car. right when i walked in to my benz dealer and test drove it i know it was for me.

goodluck. and you should post this on a bmw board as well to get an even synopsis

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Jul 17, 2003 | 10:58 AM

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Thanks.

But how does Mercedes-Benz's manual transmission compare to that of BMW's?

Secondly, which BMW forum should I go to get feedback on this topic?

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Jul 17, 2003 | 11:01 AM

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Thanks.

But how does Mercedes-Benz's manual transmission compare to that of BMW's?

i have not drove the benz in stick (or any car in stick for that matter) so i cannot comment on that

however if you are considering stick you should get bmw, and if you are considering auto buy the benzo. thats my opinion.

Jul 17, 2003 | 11:12 AM

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Thanks again.

But which BMW forum should I go to ask about this topic?

Jul 17, 2003 | 12:08 PM

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www.e46fanatics.com

Jul 17, 2003 | 02:23 PM

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By the way, will there be a Mercedes-Benz C350 any time soon?

Jul 17, 2003 | 02:30 PM

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By the way, will there be a Mercedes-Benz C350 any time soon?

i dont think there has been official word on that, but speculation leads to believe it could happen with in the next couple years

Jul 17, 2003 | 03:18 PM

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Don't waste any more time on Kain. He is also posting on the C32 board asking questions about that model. He does not know what he wants.

Jul 17, 2003 | 03:20 PM

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Don't waste any more time on Kain. He is also posting on the C32 board asking questions about that model. He does not know what he wants.

yeah i know

ive seen his posts on every forum from the E,S, C32, E55 etc

ill give him the benefit of the doubt though.

every single time he brings to the table the audi like anyone cares

hes probably not even getting a car

Jul 17, 2003 | 03:24 PM

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Originally posted by noblert10
yeah i know

ive seen his posts on every forum from the E,S, C32, E55 etc

ill give him the benefit of the doubt though.

every single time he brings to the table the audi like anyone cares

hes probably not even getting a car

He's probably a 12 year old kid with nothing better to do since school is out.

Jul 17, 2003 | 03:26 PM

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He's probably a 12 year old kid with nothing better to do since school is out.

LOL

i wouldnt be surprised

Jul 17, 2003 | 03:29 PM

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I post all over the forum because I want to know and talk about the cars, I mean why else would I come here? I have posted in the E55 AMG, S-Class, S55 AMG, etc. but I never said I was getting the car.

I am not sure how much my father will spend on my car when I move, that is why I am looking at both, the Mercedes-Benz C32 AMG and the C320 Sport Sedan.

Jul 17, 2003 | 03:31 PM

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Originally posted by viper
He's probably a 12 year old kid with nothing better to do since school is out.

Keep dreaming.

Jul 17, 2003 | 03:32 PM

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Originally posted by Kain
I post all over the forum because I want to know and talk about the cars, I mean why else would I come here? I have posted in the E55 AMG, S-Class, S55 AMG, etc. but I never said I was getting the car.

I am not sure how much my father will spend on my car when I move, that is why I am looking at both, the Mercedes-Benz C32 AMG and the C320 Sport Sedan.

Yeah sure kid. And you father is probably a wealthy oil sheik. Just buy one of each and let us all know how it turns out. Then you won't have to bother anybody in these forums with your repetitious questions and Audi rants. I have a feeling you are also posting to the Audi and BMW boards also. Now run along and stop bothering us please.

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Jul 17, 2003 | 03:37 PM

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Yeah sure kid. And you father is probably a weathly oil sheik. Just buy one of each and let us all know how it turns out. Then you won't have to bother anybody in these forums with your repetitious questions and Audi rants.

thats what i want to know

why arnt you on an audi board lol

since you love audis you should get an A4 and stop wasting our time

Jul 17, 2003 | 03:41 PM

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Originally posted by noblert10
thats what i want to know

why arnt you on an audi board lol

since you love audis you should get an A4 and stop wasting our time

He can't get an A4 noblert10. After all he is still deciding on the A4, A6 , A8 or maybe even a TT.

Jul 17, 2003 | 03:46 PM

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I have said this before and will say it AGAIN, I don't want an Audi cuz of their resale value.

Jul 17, 2003 | 03:51 PM

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I have said this before and will say it AGAIN, I don't want an Audi cuz of their resale value.

why should you care?

come on now. is that really a deterrent?

you can give us a better excuse than that

also you are a student, its not like your gonna sell it in 2 years, im guessing you gonna keep the car for about 6 or 7 yrs till you get decent job.