Brutus2015

I was originally told it would be built on 12/9. And it would be at the dealer in 2 weeks. I got a call 12/11 telling me to pick it up. So it got built before the 9th but it wasn't built when he checked on it on 12/1. So it shouldn't take more than a 2-3 weeks

*Knowledge*

Are you only using Comfort for the initial 1000?

Brutus2015

For most of the time. I have played around with it in all modes. But have kept under 4,000 Rpms

Larry3Jswft

The internal manual advises using E.

Bourne

Could you give the link or reference if the AMG tire valve?

Bourne

I hope you'll get it soon. I m sick of waiting for mine: last news is production between 14th and 23rd of December but doesn't go out from factory before January 4 th. Is this due to MB people leaving in holidays ??

Brutus2015

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00WC99GTS/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?qid=1450028092&sr=8-7&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70&keywords=amg+tire+valve&d pPl=1&dpID=41AojWI9UXL&ref=plSrch

Brutus2015

Yeah I'm sure there is definelty easier driving that would be preferred but it's tough

The manual does seem like it's the same across all platforms as well. It talks about changing the differential fluid after 1,500 miles or something. But the dealer said that's only for the c63 and c63s

I've never "broke" a car in. So I'm trying to be easy as I can on her

Larry3Jswft

Photos of my c450. I wish I'd understood it didn't have distronic plus or the trunk closer, but I was so overwhelmed after the test drive I didn't notice! I went in for a c400 and was shown this car.

Bourne

Thanks. Found on eBay as well.
Just ordered the OEM key fob AMG cover for 18£!

Larry3Jswft

Exterior.

zak42

Nice! the cranberry + black ash is a great combo.

*Knowledge*

Just got a call from the dealer, delivery in two days! WooHoo!!!

Bourne

How long did you wait since your order?

Brutus2015

two things I missed, and pretty mad at myself for. 1. hands free trunk. completely messed up there. some reason that print out I gave my dealer just didn't have it on it. 2. parking assist. I didn't care for the automatic parking feature or the surround view, but just assumed I would have the "beep beep" function standard. so when you back up or pull in, it gives you that audible signal as you are getting too close. something I was just used to with the Audi and my wifes ML.

oh well.

Brutus2015

I see you have the all weather mats. I haven't ordered mine yet. how is the fit? any issues?

Larry3Jswft

Yeah, my neighbor, a Canadian, loves to laugh and say, "First world problems."

Larry3Jswft

No, they are perfect. But, you must cut them apart. No big thing, just weird. Life, here in Seattle, without all weather mats is just plain risky.

Brutus2015

that's strange on the cutting...

yeah, I work for a general contractor, so I'm in and out of job sites a lot so my shoes would dirty up carpet fast.

I have black towels down now to protect the carpet until I can get the rubber ones in.

*Knowledge*

Order was placed in mid October for the first allocation slot that was still green. I had a build date of December 8th but it was started on the 7th.

cajun1689

I created a facebook page for those of you who have facebook to stay uptodate on news and things if anyone is interested. https://www.facebook.com/c450amg/

Mike5215

Greetings All!

So my 2010 S550 is in the shop for a blown strut and a bad cluster. The strut is on national backorder so I'm in a base C300 loaner. I've had it for a week now and I have to say the little bugger is growing on me. I've found myself thinking, if it had a better engine (the turbo four just sounds crude to me) and better equipment and finishes, I could see myself in this car. For what I'm paying monthly on the S Class I could go pretty deep into a nice new C.

Naturally, I go right to the configurator looking for the "best" C Class, and I think the C450 fits the bill. Honestly a C300 loaded up and with the AMG sport appearance package probably would do it, but I can't do that 4 banger. Where's a NA 6 when you need one? The C63 seems like overkill (which I guess is the point) and I like some comfort in the seats. Those AMG Performance seats make my back ache just looking at them.

You guys that have a 450, how is the ride quality on the various suspension settings? Which setting do you most commonly use? How many of you use this as your DD? Still love the car or has the novelty started to wear off? Thanks in advance for any replies.

Larry3Jswft

Lots of valid questions and only subjective answers.

I thought the four felt and sounded like a joke.

I traded a 2011 c300 sport for my c450 and love it.

It's not as smooth and luxurious as my wife's 2015 gls 400, but it goes like a Scalded dog.

My cranberry leather seats are amazingly comfortable.

Comfort provides a decent ride on Seattles lousy streets and sport plus, tried only for short spurts, still provides a decent ride.

I didn't want a body larger than a C and I wanted a real engine.

It's an amazing car and I highly recommend it, though the ride will be harsher and louder than your S.

Mike5215

Thanks for the input. Really, everything rides harsher and louder than the S. I've had three of them. The cocoon treatment is nice, but it's not really a driver's car. What appeals to me about the C450 is that it looks like fun, and where $1000 in payment buys you a decent but basic CPO S550, that money on a C450 lease leaves no option unticked with cash to spare.

The S is not fun. It's a rewarding car to float around in, and very comfortable, but it doesn't like being tossed around, and it doesn't feel "special", like say a 600 or an AMG S63/65 does.

I think the size difference would be the biggest adjustment. Not much back seat in the C but then again I'm down to one kid at home, and my wife has a new Q7 for family hauling duties if needed (although the S is always the car of choice when I'm doing the driving. Not an Audi fan).

My dealer has both a C63 and C450 in the showroom. I'm going to go see them tomorrow.

Larry3Jswft

Please advise on your choice. I bought the c450 rather than the 63 because of my age, and recognized limits. Were I younger, I'd go straight for maximum horsepower!