C450 AMG Sport discussion only.
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2016 C450
Hey guys and gals, I ordered a C450 this past week for an early April arrival date - can't wait!
I have a question for you all:
The dealership was CERTAIN that the C450 that I ordered will be manufactured and arriving from Germany - which was a big selling point for me.
I was quite surprised to hear that bc I thought in more recent years, that any C Classes delivered anywhere in North America, was manufactured at their US plant in Alabama... and the few people I talked to about this were also sure that all C Classes as far as they were concerned, were made in North America that would be delivered to either Canada or US...
But again, the dealership was 1000% sure that it would be arriving from Germany... not that I have any reason not to believe the dealership, as they were THAT certain, but can anyone else here (from either Canada or the US) that has a 2016 C class, confirm one way or another if theirs had been made in Germany?
Many thanks!
I have a question for you all:
The dealership was CERTAIN that the C450 that I ordered will be manufactured and arriving from Germany - which was a big selling point for me.
I was quite surprised to hear that bc I thought in more recent years, that any C Classes delivered anywhere in North America, was manufactured at their US plant in Alabama... and the few people I talked to about this were also sure that all C Classes as far as they were concerned, were made in North America that would be delivered to either Canada or US...
But again, the dealership was 1000% sure that it would be arriving from Germany... not that I have any reason not to believe the dealership, as they were THAT certain, but can anyone else here (from either Canada or the US) that has a 2016 C class, confirm one way or another if theirs had been made in Germany?
Many thanks!
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Hey guys and gals, I ordered a C450 this past week for an early April arrival date - can't wait!
I have a question for you all:
The dealership was CERTAIN that the C450 that I ordered will be manufactured and arriving from Germany - which was a big selling point for me.
I was quite surprised to hear that bc I thought in more recent years, that any C Classes delivered anywhere in North America, was manufactured at their US plant in Alabama... and the few people I talked to about this were also sure that all C Classes as far as they were concerned, were made in North America that would be delivered to either Canada or US...
But again, the dealership was 1000% sure that it would be arriving from Germany... not that I have any reason not to believe the dealership, as they were THAT certain, but can anyone else here (from either Canada or the US) that has a 2016 C class, confirm one way or another if theirs had been made in Germany?
Many thanks!
I have a question for you all:
The dealership was CERTAIN that the C450 that I ordered will be manufactured and arriving from Germany - which was a big selling point for me.
I was quite surprised to hear that bc I thought in more recent years, that any C Classes delivered anywhere in North America, was manufactured at their US plant in Alabama... and the few people I talked to about this were also sure that all C Classes as far as they were concerned, were made in North America that would be delivered to either Canada or US...
But again, the dealership was 1000% sure that it would be arriving from Germany... not that I have any reason not to believe the dealership, as they were THAT certain, but can anyone else here (from either Canada or the US) that has a 2016 C class, confirm one way or another if theirs had been made in Germany?
Many thanks!
Last edited by rbrylaw; Dec 21, 2015 at 09:38 PM.
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My brother is going to purchase a BMW 340i xdrive. I have a c450. He thinks the 340 will have a better 0-60 and 1/4 mile..he also claims that when BMW releases the PPK tune and exhaust it's going to dominate the c450..any thoughts on this ???
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C450 AMG
Yea he could be right. Lighter car with an underrated, stout power terrain. Furthermore, the BMW community is far more advanced in terms of mods than the Merc people.
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2016 C450
I am sure he is correct. That straight 6 in the 340 is already faster than the C450. All the Germans underrate their engines, but BMW is the worst offender. I think the stock 340 is pushing closer to 350 hp at the crank, and with BMW's M performance power kit, it will be insane. I switch to the C450 from my 335i, not because of any power advantage, I just prefer the C450 as a complete package. Having said that though, none of these cars are lacking power, and any difference in everyday driving will be minimal.
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I am sure he is correct. That straight 6 in the 340 is already faster than the C450. All the Germans underrate their engines, but BMW is the worst offender. I think the stock 340 is pushing closer to 350 hp at the crank, and with BMW's M performance power kit, it will be insane. I switch to the C450 from my 335i, not because of any power advantage, I just prefer the C450 as a complete package. Having said that though, none of these cars are lacking power, and any difference in everyday driving will be minimal.
The only reason I would go for the Bmw would be the price.
I'm now waiting for the X4 M which would be by next test drive (good alternative to my favorite car the Macan GTS).
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Anyone knows if we can modify some electronic settings like we do on audis with the VAG COM?
I'm interested in stopping the seat belt alarm and allow the video in motion.
I rented the Mercedes V class last week end. The car doesn't even move if your don't put the seat belt !!!
I'm interested in stopping the seat belt alarm and allow the video in motion.
I rented the Mercedes V class last week end. The car doesn't even move if your don't put the seat belt !!!
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Hey guys RW Carbon spoiler review will be up tomorrow check out the facebook page for pics of the spoiler now.
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The Infamous C450
Thanks for the review. For myself, I have no plans on swapping out the OEM spoiler.
Just my opinion so take it FWIW. I'm not a fan of the style but more importantly for $300 I would expect an accurate fit, arrive ready for installation, adhesive tape included, and not contain waves of distortion.
Nevertheless, for those that are considering replacing the OEM with this spoiler or not, we are indebted to you for making the purchase and taking the time for the review. Thanks again.
Just my opinion so take it FWIW. I'm not a fan of the style but more importantly for $300 I would expect an accurate fit, arrive ready for installation, adhesive tape included, and not contain waves of distortion.
Nevertheless, for those that are considering replacing the OEM with this spoiler or not, we are indebted to you for making the purchase and taking the time for the review. Thanks again.
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I disagree. I advise you to try both to judge. I test drove the 340i, the XES, Macan s and the 450. The Bmw was the last in the ranking both in terms of road feeling and perfs. The sound is really average and the steering feel is lacking feedback. The interior is also the worse of all but I think you only look at perfs in your discussion.
The only reason I would go for the Bmw would be the price.
I'm now waiting for the X4 M which would be by next test drive (good alternative to my favorite car the Macan GTS).
The only reason I would go for the Bmw would be the price.
I'm now waiting for the X4 M which would be by next test drive (good alternative to my favorite car the Macan GTS).
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New member- enjoying my c450 so far
I am enjoying my polar white with cranberry/carbon fiber. Mods so far
-Amg performance steering wheel/alcantara-from Amg gt
-20" c63 wheels- new mesh design with turn center caps- you can run 20.8.5 and 20x9.5 35mm offset with 245/35/20 and 275/30/20
-vr tuned tuning box- install tomorrow
- painted gloss black splitter amd diffuser-install tomorrow
- painted chrome tail pipes satin black
-painted calipers dark gunmetal- leaving front Mercedes in silver left alone
- vinyl wrap trunk chrome piece white to match rest of car
Almost complete for now
-Amg performance steering wheel/alcantara-from Amg gt
-20" c63 wheels- new mesh design with turn center caps- you can run 20.8.5 and 20x9.5 35mm offset with 245/35/20 and 275/30/20
-vr tuned tuning box- install tomorrow
- painted gloss black splitter amd diffuser-install tomorrow
- painted chrome tail pipes satin black
-painted calipers dark gunmetal- leaving front Mercedes in silver left alone
- vinyl wrap trunk chrome piece white to match rest of car
Almost complete for now
Last edited by Brad King; Dec 22, 2015 at 11:02 PM.
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I think you misunderstood. We all agree the BMW have the worst interior, it's not even close, and I was not commenting on things like road feel, steering feel, sound, etc, his question was simply about straight line speed, and I don't think anyone will deny that BMW's underrated and smooth straight 6 is a gem of an engine. We should not be surprised if the 340xi is faster in a straight line than the C450, (BMW quote 4.6 sec to 60 mph) and I fully expect the 340xi with the M power kit will be definitely faster. Having said that, we all agree that the C450 is by far the better all round car, and that is why most of us have one in our garage.
Coming from the A5 I was initially looking to the same segment before "falling in love" with 450.
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I'm surprised it's only .2 seconds faster to 60 and in the 1/4 mile with the same stopping distance as the C400 according to Car and Driver. http://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/...ic-test-review
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