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Old Jul 8, 2009 | 12:33 AM
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I heard that some C350s are made in South Africa, is that true? If so, how can you tell?
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Old Jul 8, 2009 | 01:09 AM
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I just don't know how to tell.
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Check the last 7 digit of your VIN
If your VIN has Rxxxxxx, then it's South Africa build, if it has Fxxxxxx, then it's Germany build
FYI, Mercedes-Benz South Africa plant (East London) which builds the c-class received GOLD PLANT QUALITY AWARD just last month from J.D. Power & Associates
Doesn't matter if your c350 is build in Germany or SA, as long as you receive one that doesn't have any problem, you should just be happy about it..
IMO, you should have asked all these questions about price, build location, etc, etc BEFORE you buy the c350..not after..
Since you already have a loaded c350...just be happy and don't bother yourself over the smallest things..
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even though mine is apparently from South Africa, I DEFINITELY FEEL LIKE I GOT A PERFECT RUNNING ONE WITHOUT PROBLEMS! THIS CAR IS PHENOMENAL!
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Mine is made in South Africa too. Anyone here got theirs made in Germany?
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mine is built in germany, i took delivery in march of 2008. i believe they started producing them at the SA plant after May of 2008
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