dubzino

Ok so I am getting rid of my e320 to get a c350. Is there any major differences between the 2008 and 2009?

burrito_bandito

i don't remember the exact year but there is a facelift for the w204. i believe it was '09 into '10 but idk exactly. all i know is that the old one is ugly as hell (in my opinion) and felt completely strayed from Mercedes. The newer model, with the redesigned interior is pretty damn good looking though. also, the 2007 and 2008 model m272 engines have some very expensive repairs that are almost guaranteed that you will need. i would avoid those years at all cost. nothing about the vehicle is appealing to me. however, the newer models have solved these issues and are very attractive.

StormTrooperZo

You don't have where you are from. so you can't get any real help as the years will be different

dubzino

Oh I am in Canada. Im pretty sure its the same as the US. What engine issues are with the 07-08?

StormTrooperZo

I'm pretty sure 08 was the first year in the states and I had no issues but the rear wiring harness. But I miss my folding mirrors as they took them away here cause people complained about the noise from the wind and when they folded

dubzino

What about the 7g transmission? Is it only in the two wheel drive model and not the 4matic? I heard if the car has that in it that you should run in the opposite direction.

Sportstick

The quality data suggests improvements were made from 08 onward until the C Class took the segment award for best initial quality from JDPower for 2010. I would suggest getting the newest car you can, all other things (condition, mileage) being roughly equal. BTW, my 2009 has been about the most trouble-free car I've ever owned.

dubzino

So which one has the 7 speed tranny then?

Domm

I think all of them have a 7 speed auto. I think the 7 speed automatic was on the c-class before the new 08+ redesign.

Sportstick

Not quite all of them! Some of them are actually fun to drive!

dubzino

So I guess out of over 300 people reading this post. Nobody knows which ones have the 7 speed ? lol

Scat01

Just imagine if it had 17% more horsepower ;-)


OP-All the automatics have the 7 speed - if you care for it properly and follow the correct service intervals you should not have an issue. Not sure of any major changes '08 to '09, someone did mention the folding mirrors but not sure when they went away.

And ignore the burrito guy with the 1999 car - he is clueless. While the facelift year did a great job to enhance the interior and update it quite nicely, the exterior changes were insignificant and would be hardly noticeable to anyone other than a MB owner...

50K miles - zero issues with the motor or trans and my car is driven like it is built to be, not babied by any means - good luck with your purchase.

dubzino

Even the 4matics have the 7 speed transmission?

Scat01

Yes, the 4matics have the 7G-Tronic transmission.

Domm

Hahaha aside from the un-Mercedes-like 6 speed manual in a few c-classes

Sportstick

Yes, some of us have a rare car, indeed!!

dubzino

So there is no auto with the 6 speed then correct??

Uga Uga

6-speed manual trans.

dubzino

Also what about that ignition problem that alot seem to be coming accross?

LILBENZ230

You are coming from an 03 W211.. it is a huge step forward in reliability. Stuff happens. The EIS has failed on some W204s. It has also failed on some W203s. It's not guaranteed either way.

Domm

If you're really worried about reliability, get a Lexus

RLE

All of this wisdom from the driver of a 21 year old W124. What a load of crap.

dubzino

Has anyone had the imfamous ignition steering lock problem on any of the 09's yet?

dubzino

Also do all the c350's have the sport suspension?

RLE

Since the 03/04 W211s were electronic disasters and along with the early W203 were responsible for MB losing it's worldwide engineering reputation, any W204 will be a breath of fresh air.