WHOLE LINEUP OF 2012 C ON MBUSA
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Funny, i just noticed mbusa.com doesn't even mention the 7-disc CD changer anywhere on their website for the multimedia package. (Looking through the build and spec site for the C350 coupe.)
It does mention though that you need the multimedia package for Dolby 5.1.
This multimedia package thing is really weird.
It does mention though that you need the multimedia package for Dolby 5.1.
This multimedia package thing is really weird.
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C300 Sport/Palladium Silver on Black/P2
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I picked the C250 b/c I don't need the extra power from the C350. I have two cars that have well over 500hp, so an economical beater with great gadgets and options was more practical.[/QUOTE]
Makes perfect sense when you already have much more performance vehicles than a C350 would be anyway. I agree completely. I would love a C250 to drive to work too.
I picked the C250 b/c I don't need the extra power from the C350. I have two cars that have well over 500hp, so an economical beater with great gadgets and options was more practical.[/QUOTE]
Makes perfect sense when you already have much more performance vehicles than a C350 would be anyway. I agree completely. I would love a C250 to drive to work too.
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The C300 can't even play ball with those cars. If you wanted a fast car that would smoke others, a non-AMG C is definitely not one to get.
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Given the specs, the C250 is pretty close to the GTI unless one of them have extremely padded numbers. In terms of torque, the C250 spec reads 229 lb/ft compared to GTI's 207 lb/ft, and packs one more horse under the hood (rumor has it that the extra horse is a purebred that's won the Kentucky derby) :p
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Given the specs, the C250 is pretty close to the GTI unless one of them have extremely padded numbers. In terms of torque, the C250 spec reads 229 lb/ft compared to GTI's 207 lb/ft, and packs one more horse under the hood (rumor has it that the extra horse is a purebred that's won the Kentucky derby) :p
FYI, the C300's curb weight was 3560 lbs., so the weight difference between the C250 sedan and C300 sedan is about 130 lbs., which is a tad bit.
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2012 C350 Coupe (on order)
Yea, ordered a C350 coupe myself, but frankly I'm not sure performance-wise I can beat any similar cars in the market. (e.g. BMW 335i, Infiniti G37, Lexus IS350...) I just figure I'm trading some performance for a nicer interior / exterior (or at least, one I like more).
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"nlpamg" the gt-r in your sig is nasty!!! and i mean nasty in a good way, you have any pics of that beast. I think that might be my next car.
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2012 C350 Coupe (on order)
LoL. Saw this on mbusa.com.
"Spacious trunk
With XX.X cubic feet of space, the trunk of the C250 Coupe provides ample room for your groceries, golf clubs or luggage. "
I love having XX.X cubic feet of space. Definitely beats the competitor's YY.Y.
"Spacious trunk
With XX.X cubic feet of space, the trunk of the C250 Coupe provides ample room for your groceries, golf clubs or luggage. "
I love having XX.X cubic feet of space. Definitely beats the competitor's YY.Y.
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Yea, ordered a C350 coupe myself, but frankly I'm not sure performance-wise I can beat any similar cars in the market. (e.g. BMW 335i, Infiniti G37, Lexus IS350...) I just figure I'm trading some performance for a nicer interior / exterior (or at least, one I like more).
lol
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haha! you forget one thing though, even though the engine's specs are indeed similar, the C250 coupe's curb weight is 3,538 lbs. whereas the sedan's curb weight is 3428 lbs. (I assume the difference is mainly due to the standard Pano roof in the coupe). The GTI's only weighs 3034 lbs. That's a 400-500 lbs. difference. The power to weight ratio makes all the difference.
FYI, the C300's curb weight was 3560 lbs., so the weight difference between the C250 sedan and C300 sedan is about 130 lbs., which is a tad bit.
FYI, the C300's curb weight was 3560 lbs., so the weight difference between the C250 sedan and C300 sedan is about 130 lbs., which is a tad bit.
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'08 C300 Lux Barolo Red Beige Leather P2 MM 18" wheels '84 944
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Yet I believe some still consider the 6.2 the more enthusiast engine, which explains why it's in the C63, probably the best performing AMG besides SLS. I have a soft spot for that 6.2 as well that I just don't get from the 5.5 twin turbo. However, in the future, that will have to change as manufacturers are pushed more and more towards better fuel economy.
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LoL. Still says it on mine. I'm on this page: http://www.mbusa.com/mercedes/vehicl...-C350C#comfort
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I just bought a new 2011 E instead of waiting for my C250 I ordered back in April...Well besides the point, I saw a C350 coupe at Keyes Mercedes in Van Nuys (they have a coupe and sedan for sale) and although the steering wheel was awesome and really the only big difference (I have the color IC and the Sirius Weather and NTG4.5 already so its like I have the new C class tech already!), I noticed that the passenger seat has a circular bar for adjusting the knee support/putting up and down the edge of the bottom cushion.
So, you don't use the seat controls on the side of the seat (the controls that actually use to put the seat up and down, the seat back forward and back,etc). You have to use the circular plastic rolly thingy to adjust the seat as well. Its really big and definitely an eyesore. I'm not surprised Mercedes put it in any pictures of that ugly seat control on mbusa.com. Its similar to the one on the pre-2008 C class sedans.
So, you don't use the seat controls on the side of the seat (the controls that actually use to put the seat up and down, the seat back forward and back,etc). You have to use the circular plastic rolly thingy to adjust the seat as well. Its really big and definitely an eyesore. I'm not surprised Mercedes put it in any pictures of that ugly seat control on mbusa.com. Its similar to the one on the pre-2008 C class sedans.
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I complained to MBUSA about the inaccuracies of the site through generation benz and have gotten good feedback (they have fixed most of the problems and added many more models). But it seems that it is still filled with errors. The literature within the coupe says that 4matic is available on the c250 coupe. But when you go to add it, the option doesn't exist. Also, a lot of the configuration photos on the site (that let you look at your exact configured vehicle still aren't very accurate. [...]
The web site shows Sirius radio as a $460 option on the C350 when in fact it's a standard feature, or is it? I've already ordered a c350 and that's an important option I wanted (can't stand to listen to terrestrial radio commercials). The order sheet shows it as standard but why give your customers the extra concern. Slackness! Pass this along to them. I'm too old by their standards for Gen Benz.
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I generally agree with what you're saying but I want to point out that the 7.1 sec 0-60 statistic is actually for the MY2012 C300 (straight from mbusa.com: http://www.mbusa.com/mercedes/vehicl.../bodystyle-SDN )
I'm not sure what the 0-60 for MY 08-11 is, but I think it should be lesser than 7.1 secs for non-4MATIC C300s.
Also, the '12 C300 4MATIC has packs 228 horses under the hood, while the C250 packs 201 horses.. that difference in performance will reflect in longer stretches, even though the C250 will be zippier from 0-60.
The main gain from choosing a new C250 over a new C300 (when 4WD is not a requirement) will the 21/31 mpg (city/hwy) vs 18/25 mpg.
That said, in layman terms, with a turbo engine there are more parts that can break.. (ok, so that's a very sweeping statement to make, but you get the point)..
I'm curious why these C250 turbo cars aren't labelled C250 KOMPRESSOR. Wasn't that the name used for MB turbos?
I generally agree with what you're saying but I want to point out that the 7.1 sec 0-60 statistic is actually for the MY2012 C300 (straight from mbusa.com: http://www.mbusa.com/mercedes/vehicl.../bodystyle-SDN )
I'm not sure what the 0-60 for MY 08-11 is, but I think it should be lesser than 7.1 secs for non-4MATIC C300s.
Also, the '12 C300 4MATIC has packs 228 horses under the hood, while the C250 packs 201 horses.. that difference in performance will reflect in longer stretches, even though the C250 will be zippier from 0-60.
The main gain from choosing a new C250 over a new C300 (when 4WD is not a requirement) will the 21/31 mpg (city/hwy) vs 18/25 mpg.
That said, in layman terms, with a turbo engine there are more parts that can break.. (ok, so that's a very sweeping statement to make, but you get the point)..
I'm curious why these C250 turbo cars aren't labelled C250 KOMPRESSOR. Wasn't that the name used for MB turbos?
That term Kompressor is for their "supercharged" cars.....
I've seen your car in the mid 6 sec range for 0-60.
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MB historically has been very comfortable with 0-60 7.1 secs for C300 4MATICS or RWD.
I recently talked with sales guy at local MB dealer, and he thought the C300 engine would be phased out in next 2 years.
I was there getting $7 part that will allow using a 205-55-16" spare for full speed driving if a flat occurs during a frequent, long trip.
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I recently talked with sales guy at local MB dealer, and he thought the C300 engine would be phased out in next 2 years.
I was there getting $7 part that will allow using a 205-55-16" spare for full speed driving if a flat occurs during a frequent, long trip.
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Took delivery of my car yesterday in Germany.
Here's a pic:
Here's the thread I started on the C204 coupe forum:
https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-c...-delivery.html
And yes, it does have Logic 7.
Here's a pic:
Here's the thread I started on the C204 coupe forum:
https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-c...-delivery.html
And yes, it does have Logic 7.
