Cant believe how cheap the 350 is in the US
04-09-2009, 02:34 PM
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Cant believe how cheap the 350 is in the US
Just checked the base price on a C350 here in Sweden, its 480.000 SEK , that is approx $60.000
And that is without any options
How much is a C350 without options in the US?
And that is without any options
How much is a C350 without options in the US?
04-09-2009, 03:12 PM
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2009 C300 4Matic
about $48,000 base for the 350
and + $2,000 for the 4-Matic...
(CDN $)
my 300 4-Matic started at about $41,000 finished at about $50,000... so if you want a top of the line 350 add about $10,000 on top...
damn @ $60,000... i thought that over in the east these kinds of cars were fairly cheap.
edit: for 60 thou you could get a AMG!
and + $2,000 for the 4-Matic...
(CDN $)
my 300 4-Matic started at about $41,000 finished at about $50,000... so if you want a top of the line 350 add about $10,000 on top...
damn @ $60,000... i thought that over in the east these kinds of cars were fairly cheap.
edit: for 60 thou you could get a AMG!
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04-10-2009, 04:37 AM
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C180K 2011 COMAND, AMG, Dynamic Xenon, Business Pack, H&K Audio and +
about $48,000 base for the 350
and + $2,000 for the 4-Matic...
(CDN $)
my 300 4-Matic started at about $41,000 finished at about $50,000... so if you want a top of the line 350 add about $10,000 on top...
damn @ $60,000... i thought that over in the east these kinds of cars were fairly cheap.
edit: for 60 thou you could get a AMG!
and + $2,000 for the 4-Matic...
(CDN $)
my 300 4-Matic started at about $41,000 finished at about $50,000... so if you want a top of the line 350 add about $10,000 on top...
damn @ $60,000... i thought that over in the east these kinds of cars were fairly cheap.
edit: for 60 thou you could get a AMG!
73696 U.S. dollars
Base price for c350 is 60K+ Euros
78960 U.S. dollars
Base c63 is 106K+ Euros ...... What a ripp off..
139496 U.S. dollars
04-10-2009, 06:00 AM
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Sounds as if it is a tax issue. I rather to be poor in Sweden & have better services ie health & welfare.
04-10-2009, 06:45 AM
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C180K 2011 COMAND, AMG, Dynamic Xenon, Business Pack, H&K Audio and +
47040 U.S. dollars.
If you add just 19% sales tax
55979 U.S. dollars.
This is standard C without anything extra added + no trim .
Plus here , we do not have health care free. Its 260 Euros for 2 person a month and no welfare funds for me. I have to earn for everything I want.
Ontop of that Fuel prices here are the most expensive than anywhere in the world.
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All discussions about price outside the USA that don't include the local tax rate are simply meaningless.
That said, the US market continues to be the most competitive in the world, and prices are set accordingly.
That said, the US market continues to be the most competitive in the world, and prices are set accordingly.
04-10-2009, 09:49 AM
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C180K 2011 COMAND, AMG, Dynamic Xenon, Business Pack, H&K Audio and +
47040 U.S. dollars. is without local TAX rate for c350. This is without any TAX at all.
04-10-2009, 10:29 AM
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2011 E350 Cabriolet..White and Almond Mocha
Competition sets the price and the options in the US
MBUSA purchase their cars from MB corporate and the options and pricing are all based on matching competitive products on the market. They selectively choose what options they can include and still match the competition in both price and features, such as BMW, etc. Also, the bean counters in Montvale (MBUSA) have a say in what options to include and that is why many of the US MB packages create such a stir when offered to the public. Inclusion or exclusion of an option is also controlled by the number of buyers who have ordered a particular feature. If only 5% of the buyers order an option chances are good that it will not be offered in the US market.
As far as pricing, I just purchased a '09 C350 listed at $48,010 (includes factory delivery charge) that includes Metallic Paint, P2 (includes P1), Multimedia Package, Tele Aid, Pano Roof, 18" AMG wheels, and iPod integration. After discount, the delivery price is $44,103 with all fees except state taxes. Taxes (Nevada) are estimated at $880. Current financing through MBF is at 1.9% interest with the first two months payed by MBF. Base price of the C350 is $39,000. Discount from list was $4416.00.
I hope that provides forum members in other countries a better understanding how the the US market works for MB automobiles...
As far as pricing, I just purchased a '09 C350 listed at $48,010 (includes factory delivery charge) that includes Metallic Paint, P2 (includes P1), Multimedia Package, Tele Aid, Pano Roof, 18" AMG wheels, and iPod integration. After discount, the delivery price is $44,103 with all fees except state taxes. Taxes (Nevada) are estimated at $880. Current financing through MBF is at 1.9% interest with the first two months payed by MBF. Base price of the C350 is $39,000. Discount from list was $4416.00.
I hope that provides forum members in other countries a better understanding how the the US market works for MB automobiles...
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04-10-2009, 12:01 PM
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I ordered 2009 C350 4Matic last month in Toronto, Canada. it was 55395$ all options that it comes with and he gave me 2500$ off and on top of the that $2000extra for PDI and other charges and Ontario Tax. it way cheaper to get one in US.
04-10-2009, 12:15 PM
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i got my 2009 C350 fully loaded with mutimedia kit and package II (basically everything but the panorama sun roof) for $ 42,000.00 USD. probably helps having a close friend in the car business!
04-10-2009, 06:57 PM
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MBUSA purchase their cars from MB corporate and the options and pricing are all based on matching competitive products on the market. They selectively choose what options they can include and still match the competition in both price and features, such as BMW, etc. Also, the bean counters in Montvale (MBUSA) have a say in what options to include and that is why many of the US MB packages create such a stir when offered to the public. Inclusion or exclusion of an option is also controlled by the number of buyers who have ordered a particular feature. If only 5% of the buyers order an option chances are good that it will not be offered in the US market.
As far as pricing, I just purchased a '09 C350 listed at $48,010 (includes factory delivery charge) that includes Metallic Paint, P2 (includes P1), Multimedia Package, Tele Aid, Pano Roof, 18" AMG wheels, and iPod integration. After discount, the delivery price is $44,103 with all fees except state taxes. Taxes (Nevada) are estimated at $880. Current financing through MBF is at 1.9% interest with the first two months payed by MBF. Base price of the C350 is $39,000. Discount from list was $4416.00.
I hope that provides forum members in other countries a better understanding how the the US market works for MB automobiles...
As far as pricing, I just purchased a '09 C350 listed at $48,010 (includes factory delivery charge) that includes Metallic Paint, P2 (includes P1), Multimedia Package, Tele Aid, Pano Roof, 18" AMG wheels, and iPod integration. After discount, the delivery price is $44,103 with all fees except state taxes. Taxes (Nevada) are estimated at $880. Current financing through MBF is at 1.9% interest with the first two months payed by MBF. Base price of the C350 is $39,000. Discount from list was $4416.00.
I hope that provides forum members in other countries a better understanding how the the US market works for MB automobiles...
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The car business is so competitive here that pricing is manipulated by the makers to gain market share. You can load most MB cars up with options and the price becomes quite high, but still all of the features and options available for a specific model may not be available to US buyers. Most options are packaged per model, that is you cannot select from the huge list of options available in Europe no matter what you want to pay. The Gl, ML and GLK made in Alabama builds models for export that contain options not available to US buyers. It is a convoluted business to say the least.
BTW... gorgeous beach area. I visited Cape Town in 1956 and enjoyed my stay (yes I am that old...:-)
BTW... gorgeous beach area. I visited Cape Town in 1956 and enjoyed my stay (yes I am that old...:-)
04-10-2009, 07:29 PM
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Yep - understood - Lived in Dallas & Marin County - Bay Area for a number of years. I know the US car market reasonably well.
We are lucky with the factory here - We just tick the boxes & they build our car - No packages.
We are lucky with the factory here - We just tick the boxes & they build our car - No packages.
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04-12-2009, 09:39 AM
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Small point - the GLK is made in the EU, not in Alabama. And the US price for that one is also a raging bargain compared to the rest of the world.
Rumors persist that the Alabama factory is being readied for production of one or more 204-chassis models, either or both the GLK and C. But for now, that factory produces only the GL, ML, and R.
Rumors persist that the Alabama factory is being readied for production of one or more 204-chassis models, either or both the GLK and C. But for now, that factory produces only the GL, ML, and R.
04-12-2009, 09:46 AM
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Small point - the GLK is made in the EU, not in Alabama. And the US price for that one is also a raging bargain compared to the rest of the world.
Rumors persist that the Alabama factory is being readied for production of one or more 204-chassis models, either or both the GLK and C. But for now, that factory produces only the GL, ML, and R.
Rumors persist that the Alabama factory is being readied for production of one or more 204-chassis models, either or both the GLK and C. But for now, that factory produces only the GL, ML, and R.
Your history looks like mine... started in 1977 with a 280E Sedan. Great automobiles all!
04-12-2009, 10:11 AM
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Yeah... I had a '77 Seville stolen and ordered a replacement. When it came in I refused delivery because of the poor quality build. Stopped at a MB dealer on the way home, bought the 280E after a test drive and have been hooked ever since.
