Xaniar

Today I’ve traded in my 2009 C200K for a brand new C250 CGI delivery in Feb-March.
Got all the options available on the list even the reverse camera and was told that I will be getting the LED daytime running lights similar to the ones on the new S class and that made me very happy indeed.

On S-Class:




On C-Class:

MB300AMG

That's the S63 AMG, so I think you mean the regular S-Class lights, which are like this:



I gotta admit I prefer the way the lights are on the E63 AMG and S63 AMG much more than on the regular models.

QuadBenz

Actually, the picture posted by the OP is the S65. You can tell by the grille.

MB300AMG

Didn't know that haha! Thanks for correcting me. Correction: That's the S65 AMG...

In any case it's an AMG version of the S-Class and thus the lights are different (in a better way).

Xaniar

Some more photos,

Glyn M Ruck

The 250 CGI is a damn nice car. I hope you enjoy it.
Good luck!

Richard2011

I'm not familiar with the models other than C300 and C350.
What would the C250 CGI's US equivalent be? C350?

zed8

There is no equivalent in US. Engine is 1.8 Litre and 204 Hp. 200 CGI is 1.8 Litre as well but 184 HP. On the other hand 250 CDI is 2.2 Litre and produces 204 Hp. So europe likes lower displacement engines.

Royce118

I'm hoping those DRLs would fit the 09's

MB300AMG

I gotta say I still prefer the fog lights. Can't get used to those LED strips. So is this the official facelift for 2011 or not?

What i've been reading is that Mercedes is showing the new car at Geneva in 2010 so does it mean we're getting this version or a completely different version?

Glyn M Ruck

This is interim facelift. Main & final facelift is 2011/12 MY

MB300AMG

Oh really? That's very interesting. Do you mind elaborating on that please? So I assume 2011 will be our model year facelift since waiting until 2012 would be longer than usual.

I don't recall the w203 ever having an interim facelift, but then again I didn't pay too much attention to the C-Class at the time (was in the UK driving hatchbacks - couldn't even afford one then).

RLE

These are the first decent pictures we have seen of the new lights and I'm trying to spot the fog lights. I see a tiny something in the inner corner of the light assembly but there is also what looks like a small clear lens at the bottom of the yellow turn light.

I too don't see the point of the LED strip other than jumping on the bandwagon with the rest. Audi is still doing it better.

perdikoula888

I would rather wait until june production to get the full facelifted 2011 version.

Glyn M Ruck

The final facelift cars are doing endurance testing here right now under heavy wraps including interior. I'm sure that the US will get them early unlike the 203. Whether that means you will get them in 3rd quarter 2011 or earlier - I simply don't know. 2014 is the full model change for US build in Tuscaloosa Alabama.

The US saw a 203 known to most as a 2004.5 before it saw the full facelift in 2005. Bit of a *******.

Glyn M Ruck

It's just an energy efficient way of providing DRLs to meet the new Euro regulation.

Their presentation in it's various forms is certainly jumping on the bandwagon.

Xaniar

I know, I’ve just learned about the full facelift today.
I will be postponing my new order so I can get the full facelift model.
Does anyone here know when I can place my order so that I get the full facelift model?

C43AMG

We need a C-class diesel over here.

Glyn M Ruck

Do you have a launch date for Europe? You might have to wait until mid 2011

MB300AMG

Thanks Glyn!

What would be the point of doing a half-*** facelift though? Isn't that kind of a slap in the face for those owners? The current design doesn't look old at all either.

So...does that mean we're not getting the half-facelift and instead just getting the full one?

Glyn M Ruck

I can't predict what MBUSA will do. They don't behave like ROW. You get packages - ROW gets a long options list to tick off. Some options are not even offered in the US. On the 203 you could not specify Parktronic & Linguatronic. AMGs in ROW are fully loaded - in US you even had to order BiX on them - standard here. The USA changes nomenclature e.g. C300 - C280 in ROW - Lux & Sport USA , Classic, Elegance & Avantgarde in ROW - USA has a love affair with MBTex - ROW Leather & cloth (apart from Taxis & a few cars for farmers). No diesel, CGI & 4cyl 204s in the US. No CLC in the US etc.etc. USA cars are spec'ed to a sticker price. They are more complete elsewhere but more expensive too.

I'm sure you will get the new mirrors, plastic, headlights & LEDs etc. They are out here already. Then you will wait for the full facelift like us. It's all up to the MBUSA Marketing dept.

Xaniar

I was at my dealers today and did postpone the order to get the 2011 model and was told production will start June/July 2010.
We will be getting the following changes in the new facelift model:

1. New headlights with integrated LED’s, similar to the S – class,
2. Daytime running lights will replace the normal fog lights in combination with the intelligent light system option,
3. New shape front bumper,
4. More luxurious dashboard with fixed COMAND APS, similar to the new E – class coupe,
5. DISTRONIC plus and attention assist will be available as extra options.

Glyn M Ruck

That's still not the true facelift!!

Xaniar

Can you please elaborate on that.

Glyn M Ruck

Because no one knows what the true facelift is as yet. One thing Benz have said is it will include changes to the tail of the car which you do not mention & local test cars tail cover tends to suggest this is true. At least a new tail skirt & likely some form of tailight extension into the trunk lid.