test drove the new C today :)
06-29-2007, 12:27 PM
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test drove the new C today :)
Ok here is my feedback after test driving the new C class in Cairo, Egypt today. Mercedes-Benz had the C-class launch for a select group of people in Cairo today. And I happen to be one of them, since I pre-booked. 
Yup 5th merc in the family. So anyway, After a long wait in line (about 1 hour) it was my turn to test the c200k (there was also a c280).
They take you through a pre-determined course where you test out braking, acceleration, slalom, sudden lane change, and a bunch of other driving manuvers. Overall, the car reminded me of my fathers 2007 E200K, they both have the same engine. Although the C-class seemed a bit more stable. Suspension definetely better. But I was completely disappointed at the options that Mercedes Egypt has provided. No Command. No parktronic (optional) 5 spd transmission (7G available on C280). And a bit of other lacking options. A sales manager did tell me however, the AMG package might become available so I might go for that.
The funniest part of all this to you guys is when you hear the price. Base price for the new w204 C-class in egypt with the 200K engine is a little above 70K USD Yup I know. Taxes up the wazoo.
Anyway, just thought I'd give my feedback.
Oh BTW, I booked a C200K classic, and hopfully I'll add the AMG package and change the rims, once the offset become available to 17s or 18s Oh and the white color with 2 tone dark red and black interior is really nice.
Yup 5th merc in the family. So anyway, After a long wait in line (about 1 hour) it was my turn to test the c200k (there was also a c280).They take you through a pre-determined course where you test out braking, acceleration, slalom, sudden lane change, and a bunch of other driving manuvers. Overall, the car reminded me of my fathers 2007 E200K, they both have the same engine. Although the C-class seemed a bit more stable. Suspension definetely better. But I was completely disappointed at the options that Mercedes Egypt has provided. No Command. No parktronic (optional) 5 spd transmission (7G available on C280). And a bit of other lacking options. A sales manager did tell me however, the AMG package might become available so I might go for that.
The funniest part of all this to you guys is when you hear the price. Base price for the new w204 C-class in egypt with the 200K engine is a little above 70K USD
Yup I know. Taxes up the wazoo.Anyway, just thought I'd give my feedback.
Oh BTW, I booked a C200K classic, and hopfully I'll add the AMG package and change the rims, once the offset become available to 17s or 18s Oh and the white color with 2 tone dark red and black interior is really nice.
06-29-2007, 03:54 PM
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Waiting for W204 Facelift
Thank you !
sharing your experience ...
How good there is someone who use C 200 in this forum !
So you have W203 mine too
Could you tell us There is big difference between W203 and W204 as Handling-Driving ?
I like my W203
How good there is someone who use C 200 in this forum !
So you have W203 mine too
Could you tell us There is big difference between W203 and W204 as Handling-Driving ?
I like my W203
07-01-2007, 04:43 AM
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In terms of handling, the new w204 is a bit better. the Steering isn't as mushy. More crisp. And I kinda like the feel of the new steering wheel.
As for shapes, I'm gonna miss the w203 shape. And what I heard that the w204 coefficient of drag is a 0.3 as opposed to the w203 0.28 so it is less aerodynamic.
As for shapes, I'm gonna miss the w203 shape. And what I heard that the w204 coefficient of drag is a 0.3 as opposed to the w203 0.28 so it is less aerodynamic.
07-01-2007, 07:20 PM
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Mercedes really stepped up their game. Sound proofing is much better. The egnine is not new, but it seams the construction of the interior is.
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07-02-2007, 04:35 AM
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