C-Class (W204) 2008 - 2014: C180K, C200K, C230, C280, C300, C350, C200CDI, C220CDI, C320CDI

Additions to 2014 C250

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Rate Thread
 
Old Apr 23, 2016 | 02:13 AM
  #1  
Benz-321's Avatar
Thread Starter
Newbie
 
Joined: Apr 2016
Posts: 11
Likes: 0
c250
Additions to 2014 C250

Hey guys! So I just purchased my 2014 c250 and in my area there are a lot of them and I want to make mine just a little more unique than the rest. What can do/add to the car that also will not void the 50k/4yr warranty. I'm getting tints and want to add a subwoofer but idk if that will void the warranty. Any suggestions would be helpful and appreciated. Thanks in advance!
(Also any way to make it a bit louder would be nice, previous car was a g37 and I miss the noise)
Reply
Old Apr 23, 2016 | 07:51 AM
  #2  
MB Marko's Avatar
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Apr 2015
Posts: 1,739
Likes: 120
From: London ON Canada
2012 C300 4Matic Sport Sedan
you can add a subwoofer and not worry, I added one when mine was under full warranty the dealer never said anything about it. I even think when my car was in service they were playing music out of my car hahaha.

if you want the car to sound louder add an X-pipe its the best way to add a little more sound and it really only costs $100 to install and $80-150 for the xpipe depending on where you live.

If you want more noise you can add a different muffler (magna flow or Borla) to give it another level. I find the X-pipe makes the car sound like its in sport all the time it really gives it more sound.

Theres lots you can do if your worried about voiding warranty the best ting to do is ask the dealer. They will usually tell you straight up.
Reply
Old Apr 23, 2016 | 09:41 AM
  #3  
michail71's Avatar
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Nov 2015
Posts: 1,282
Likes: 57
2013 C250 Sport
In the US warranties usually aren't voided unless it can be proved the modifications caused the damage. Plus it's not in the dealer's best interest to void your warranty either. That's an easy money stream for them.
Reply
Old Apr 23, 2016 | 03:45 PM
  #4  
Benz-321's Avatar
Thread Starter
Newbie
 
Joined: Apr 2016
Posts: 11
Likes: 0
c250
Originally Posted by MB Marko
you can add a subwoofer and not worry, I added one when mine was under full warranty the dealer never said anything about it. I even think when my car was in service they were playing music out of my car hahaha.

if you want the car to sound louder add an X-pipe its the best way to add a little more sound and it really only costs $100 to install and $80-150 for the xpipe depending on where you live.

If you want more noise you can add a different muffler (magna flow or Borla) to give it another level. I find the X-pipe makes the car sound like its in sport all the time it really gives it more sound.

Theres lots you can do if your worried about voiding warranty the best ting to do is ask the dealer. They will usually tell you straight up.
Would this be about what it would sound like? I couldn't find to many videos. And thanks I think I will go add the subwoofer.
Reply
Old Apr 23, 2016 | 03:55 PM
  #5  
mr.brightside's Avatar
Senior Member
 
Joined: Mar 2014
Posts: 338
Likes: 20
2011 Mercedes-Benz C300 Sedan
That's a 2008 C250 which has the V6 engine, 2014 C250 has 4-cylinder turbo engine so it will sound quite different. It will sound something more along the lines of this video, but the car has both muffler and resonator delete.

Reply
Old Apr 23, 2016 | 08:00 PM
  #6  
Benz-321's Avatar
Thread Starter
Newbie
 
Joined: Apr 2016
Posts: 11
Likes: 0
c250
What do you think of that sound in your opinion?
Reply
Old Apr 23, 2016 | 09:20 PM
  #7  
MB Marko's Avatar
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Apr 2015
Posts: 1,739
Likes: 120
From: London ON Canada
2012 C300 4Matic Sport Sedan
I don't think videos ever do it real justice, I was debating for a year to get an xpipe. One day i just said f this I'm going to. I have no regrets it sounds better in person than in any videos out there.

but to me the video sounds good but i bet he has drone(i personally would just get the x-pipe not the muffler delete).... even with the x-pipe you get a bit of noise, its not a big deal it kinda sounds like your in sport mode every time you hit the throttle you get a sound. It's defiantly not quite like OEM but its tasteful if that makes sense. hahaha

again its all your own personal opinion, get what you like!

Last edited by MB Marko; Apr 23, 2016 at 09:25 PM.
Reply
Old Apr 23, 2016 | 11:29 PM
  #8  
mr.brightside's Avatar
Senior Member
 
Joined: Mar 2014
Posts: 338
Likes: 20
2011 Mercedes-Benz C300 Sedan
It sounds good in my opinion, sounds like a turbocharged 4-Cylinder should sound. I've always liked that sound...kinda reminds me of a Mitsubishi Evo.
Reply
MB World Stories

The Best of Mercedes & AMG

story-0

New Mercedes-AMG SUVs Arrive With NEW V8 Engine: 12 Things You Need to Know

 Verdad Gallardo
story-1

8 Oddball Mercedes Ideas That Actually Made it to Production

 Verdad Gallardo
story-2

Dubai Tuner Gives the Mercedes G-Class An Entirely New Look

 Verdad Gallardo
story-3

Six Gift Ideas Your AMG Loving Dad or Grad Will Cherish

 
story-4

7 Craziest Things AMG Gas Ever Built

 Verdad Gallardo
story-5

New Electric Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe Unveiled: 10 Things You Need to Know

 Verdad Gallardo
story-6

6 Mercedes Models That Did NOT Age Well (But Are Somehow Still Cool)

 Verdad Gallardo
story-7

Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun

 Verdad Gallardo
story-8

Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren

 Verdad Gallardo
story-9

8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

 Verdad Gallardo
Old Apr 23, 2016 | 11:52 PM
  #9  
Benz-321's Avatar
Thread Starter
Newbie
 
Joined: Apr 2016
Posts: 11
Likes: 0
c250
Great thank you guys so much! Also happy it wont void warranty lmao. Do you guys have any other suggestions? Maybe any affordable nice rims or a good set of tires I could add. Would bars help handling?
Reply
Old Apr 25, 2016 | 08:38 AM
  #10  
michail71's Avatar
MBWorld Fanatic!
 
Joined: Nov 2015
Posts: 1,282
Likes: 57
2013 C250 Sport
If you can run summer tires Michelin Pilot Super Sport are a popular choice. They are the highest rated ones on Tire Rack. My original Continentals up front are getting noisy and I'm thinking of replacing them even though I have plenty of tread.

I've thought of adding bars at some point but I have a bunch of other things to get to first. It's already a solid car from the factory.
Reply

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 


You have already rated this thread Rating: Thread Rating: 0 votes,  average.


All times are GMT -4. The time now is 06:59 PM.

story-0
New Mercedes-AMG SUVs Arrive With NEW V8 Engine: 12 Things You Need to Know

Slideshow: Mercedes-AMG's updated GLE 63 S and GLS 63 bring a new-generation V8, subtle design revisions, and familiar supercar-rivaling performance figures.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-17 12:52:51


VIEW MORE
story-1
8 Oddball Mercedes Ideas That Actually Made it to Production

Slideshow: Mercedes has never been afraid to experiment, and some of its strangest ideas turned out to be surprisingly successful.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-10 17:43:40


VIEW MORE
story-2
Dubai Tuner Gives the Mercedes G-Class An Entirely New Look

Sideshow: A Middle Eastern tuner has transformed the Mercedes-AMG G 63 into an open-top special, replacing nearly every exterior panel in the process.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-10 15:29:50


VIEW MORE
story-3
Six Gift Ideas Your AMG Loving Dad or Grad Will Cherish

Slideshow: Six gift ideas your AMG loving dad or grad will cherish.

By | 2026-06-03 17:26:18


VIEW MORE
story-4
7 Craziest Things AMG Gas Ever Built

Slideshow: Sometimes AMG builds fast sedans. Other times, it builds twin-turbo V12 land missiles and six-wheeled off-road monsters.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-26 17:59:58


VIEW MORE
story-5
New Electric Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe Unveiled: 10 Things You Need to Know

Slideshow: Mercedes-AMG's new electric GT 4-Door Coupe trades combustion for software, synthetic noise, and more than 1,100 horsepower.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-20 20:08:15


VIEW MORE
story-6
6 Mercedes Models That Did NOT Age Well (But Are Somehow Still Cool)

Slideshow: Not every Mercedes design becomes timeless, some feel stuck in the era they came from.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:09:07


VIEW MORE
story-7
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun

Slideshow: Yes, Mercedes built manual cars, and some of them are far more interesting than you'd expect.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-02 12:36:58


VIEW MORE
story-8
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren

Slideshow: A one-of-one U.S.-spec Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster became even rarer after a factory-backed transformation at McLaren's headquarters.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-29 11:19:28


VIEW MORE
story-9
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine

Slideshow: Before curves took over, Mercedes mastered the art of the straight line, and some of those shapes still look right today.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-25 12:05:49


VIEW MORE