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03-23-2010, 10:18 AM
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2009 C350, 2008 X5 4.8i
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My first message here. I just got a 2009 loaded C350, first Mercedes ever as I always purchased BMWs. Compared to my 2007 BMW 328i I have to say it’s a huge upgrade in both looks, power and comfort but it falls a little short on road feel (the 2007 had sport suspension plus I always liked the 6-speed over any automatic transmission).
Steering is a little dead on center also on the C350. Otherwise the looks and price (compared to the 335i) attracted me to this car. So far I have to say I am happy with this lease and the 7-speed auto for my money is one of the best automatic transmissions out there making it less painful not to have the 6-speed manual.
Any issues I should be looking for?
Steering is a little dead on center also on the C350. Otherwise the looks and price (compared to the 335i) attracted me to this car. So far I have to say I am happy with this lease and the 7-speed auto for my money is one of the best automatic transmissions out there making it less painful not to have the 6-speed manual.
Any issues I should be looking for?
03-23-2010, 10:23 AM
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You will find threads about suspension upgrades from Eibach, H&R. And, if you are on the OE rubber, there is good opportunity for improving steering feel, including on-center response. I am very fond of my Michelin Pilot Sport A/S Plus, but depending on location/climate, PS2 are even better. But, the steering effort is the steering effort. As one who also once had a Bimmer, I can attest you will get used to it. But, I couldn't give up the stick!
You will find threads about suspension upgrades from Eibach, H&R. And, if you are on the OE rubber, there is good opportunity for improving steering feel, including on-center response. I am very fond of my Michelin Pilot Sport A/S Plus, but depending on location/climate, PS2 are even better. But, the steering effort is the steering effort. As one who also once had a Bimmer, I can attest you will get used to it. But, I couldn't give up the stick!
03-23-2010, 10:32 AM
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Hostile BMW owners.....they troll this forum, too!
You will find threads about suspension upgrades from Eibach, H&R. And, if you are on the OE rubber, there is good opportunity for improving steering feel, including on-center response. I am very fond of my Michelin Pilot Sport A/S Plus, but depending on location/climate, PS2 are even better. But, the steering effort is the steering effort. As one who also once had a Bimmer, I can attest you will get used to it. But, I couldn't give up the stick!
You will find threads about suspension upgrades from Eibach, H&R. And, if you are on the OE rubber, there is good opportunity for improving steering feel, including on-center response. I am very fond of my Michelin Pilot Sport A/S Plus, but depending on location/climate, PS2 are even better. But, the steering effort is the steering effort. As one who also once had a Bimmer, I can attest you will get used to it. But, I couldn't give up the stick!
03-23-2010, 10:43 AM
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Thanks for the info. I have the 18 in AMG wheels/tires and will probably be getting aftermarket 18 in wheels for it. I did read somewhere that the OE rubber was average at best. Also another thing I forgot to mention I don't like. What is up with the signal position? 8 times out of 10 I am still hitting the cruise control lever.
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Thanks for the info. I have the 18 in AMG wheels/tires and will probably be getting aftermarket 18 in wheels for it. I did read somewhere that the OE rubber was average at best. Also another thing I forgot to mention I don't like. What is up with the signal position? 8 times out of 10 I am still hitting the cruise control lever.
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Haha hello there, seems like we have about the same car :P
got any plans on modding? one thing that bugs me about the car is the god damn rain sensor...but i think thats the same to any car with rain sensor hahaha
otherwise, great car
got any plans on modding? one thing that bugs me about the car is the god damn rain sensor...but i think thats the same to any car with rain sensor hahaha
otherwise, great car
