C450 AMG Sport discussion only.
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Great thread! I’ve been following along for a little over a month now, as I’ve been searching daily for any tidbit of information I could get on this car. I’ve been surprised at just how little google has returned. But this thread has been a fantastic source.
Many thanks to iwokforwine, vipershade and tmoneyc450amg for posting pics and sharing your experience with your new C450s! I’m sure there have been many others, like me, who have enjoyed seeing the posts and have been taking notes.
What initially caught my eye about this car was the beautiful interior! I was blown away when I first saw it. It's still the biggest differentiator (for me) as I compare this car to it's competitors. I also really like the color of the cranberry red. It’s not too bright, or too brown, like the interiors that I've seen in BMWs. I especially liked the textured look that the perforations gave the seats on the C400 that I saw at the dealership. My first question is - are the seats on the C450 perforated like the ones I saw on the C400? I've read on this forum that the ventilation is not available as advertised on the MBUSA builder. The builder also shows perforated seats, but I'm now curious as to whether this is indeed the case. I'm not seeing the perforations in the picture you posted. I'm hoping it's just due to the resolution and not that perforated leather only comes with ventilated seats.
As for interior scheme; with the C450, I'm now torn between the black w/red stitching leather and carbon fiber trim or the cranberry leather with natural grain black ash that you have. I have yet to actually see the carbon fiber in person, though. Either way, I like the perforated look shown on the MBUSA builder. I'm hoping that I can still get that.
Many thanks to iwokforwine, vipershade and tmoneyc450amg for posting pics and sharing your experience with your new C450s! I’m sure there have been many others, like me, who have enjoyed seeing the posts and have been taking notes.
What initially caught my eye about this car was the beautiful interior! I was blown away when I first saw it. It's still the biggest differentiator (for me) as I compare this car to it's competitors. I also really like the color of the cranberry red. It’s not too bright, or too brown, like the interiors that I've seen in BMWs. I especially liked the textured look that the perforations gave the seats on the C400 that I saw at the dealership. My first question is - are the seats on the C450 perforated like the ones I saw on the C400? I've read on this forum that the ventilation is not available as advertised on the MBUSA builder. The builder also shows perforated seats, but I'm now curious as to whether this is indeed the case. I'm not seeing the perforations in the picture you posted. I'm hoping it's just due to the resolution and not that perforated leather only comes with ventilated seats.
As for interior scheme; with the C450, I'm now torn between the black w/red stitching leather and carbon fiber trim or the cranberry leather with natural grain black ash that you have. I have yet to actually see the carbon fiber in person, though. Either way, I like the perforated look shown on the MBUSA builder. I'm hoping that I can still get that.
Its a great competitor to S4 and the 340xi, however, like many of you guys on this thread, there isnt any comparison when it comes to the styling both exterior and especially interior of the c450, compared to a comparable audi lexus or bmw.
Now to answer the question of perforated seats, unfortunately, the c450 does not come with perf leather seats now does it have the seat cooling option. My sales rep told me there was a problem with the supplier of such parts during the build. It may become available on later models however.
The only option I may have regret not getting would be the sports steering wheel. Other than that i love the pano roof, lighting packing is a huge must and i love everthing about it and the rearview camera is all i need without the entire multimedia package.
Here are a few pics I've taken at night. Please excuse my old iphone 5S quality photos
Im also somewhat glad I didnt get a chance to add the Night Package plus because it might have been overly done w the high glory black paint. I still the sleeper/luxury sport look rather than the overly aggressive look. Just my opinion. Enjoy!
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Hello, I've enjoyed reading everyone's sharing of details.
Today, I have on order a c450 with iridium silver, black leather, night package, carbon fiber spoiler, prem 2 package, 19" multi spoke black wheels and rear camera. I will post pictures when the car is delivered on or before Christmas 2015.
The only thing which may get annoying is how the car does not save the previous dynamic mode which was last used.
Today, I have on order a c450 with iridium silver, black leather, night package, carbon fiber spoiler, prem 2 package, 19" multi spoke black wheels and rear camera. I will post pictures when the car is delivered on or before Christmas 2015.
The only thing which may get annoying is how the car does not save the previous dynamic mode which was last used.
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Great thread! I’ve been following along for a little over a month now, as I’ve been searching daily for any tidbit of information I could get on this car. I’ve been surprised at just how little google has returned. But this thread has been a fantastic source.
Many thanks to iwokforwine, vipershade and tmoneyc450amg for posting pics and sharing your experience with your new C450s! I’m sure there have been many others, like me, who have enjoyed seeing the posts and have been taking notes.
Many thanks to iwokforwine, vipershade and tmoneyc450amg for posting pics and sharing your experience with your new C450s! I’m sure there have been many others, like me, who have enjoyed seeing the posts and have been taking notes.
I also really like the color of the cranberry red. It’s not too bright, or too brown, like the interiors that I've seen in BMWs. I especially liked the textured look that the perforations gave the seats on the C400 that I saw at the dealership. My first question is - are the seats on the C450 perforated like the ones I saw on the C400? I've read on this forum that the ventilation is not available as advertised on the MBUSA builder. The builder also shows perforated seats, but I'm now curious as to whether this is indeed the case. I'm not seeing the perforations in the picture you posted. I'm hoping it's just due to the resolution and not that perforated leather only comes with ventilated seats.
As for interior scheme; with the C450, I'm now torn between the black w/red stitching leather and carbon fiber trim or the cranberry leather with natural grain black ash that you have. I have yet to actually see the carbon fiber in person, though. Either way, I like the perforated look shown on the MBUSA builder. I'm hoping that I can still get that.
As for interior scheme; with the C450, I'm now torn between the black w/red stitching leather and carbon fiber trim or the cranberry leather with natural grain black ash that you have. I have yet to actually see the carbon fiber in person, though. Either way, I like the perforated look shown on the MBUSA builder. I'm hoping that I can still get that.
tmoney confirmed no perforations in his leather, is that consistent with everyone that has taken ownership?
Thanks, I'm glad my posts, along with iwork and viper have helped those on the fence act more decisively on the c450. It really a magnificently built machine, if you're someone who wants something close to a c63 but need the all wheel performance, the 450 is the way to go. It really is fast enough for anyone who drives/lives in/near major metropolitan areas.
Its a great competitor to S4 and the 340xi, however, like many of you guys on this thread, there isnt any comparison when it comes to the styling both exterior and especially interior of the c450, compared to a comparable audi lexus or bmw.
Its a great competitor to S4 and the 340xi, however, like many of you guys on this thread, there isnt any comparison when it comes to the styling both exterior and especially interior of the c450, compared to a comparable audi lexus or bmw.
Yeah, I agree... the night package plus looks good with black paint, but I would be hesitant with any other color. Also, I find myself gravitating to the silver AMG front apron.
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Hello, I've enjoyed reading everyone's sharing of details.
Today, I have on order a c450 with iridium silver, black leather, night package, carbon fiber spoiler, prem 2 package, 19" multi spoke black wheels and rear camera. I will post pictures when the car is delivered on or before Christmas 2015.
Today, I have on order a c450 with iridium silver, black leather, night package, carbon fiber spoiler, prem 2 package, 19" multi spoke black wheels and rear camera. I will post pictures when the car is delivered on or before Christmas 2015.
Yeah, there was a thread about this in the W205 AMG forum. I need to find it... I think it talks about starting the engine in sport+. The dash will start in comfort, but you can start the engine from there in sport+. Obviously, this is more for exhaust, but it might be worth a try. I'll see if I can find the post.
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yes i read about starting it in sport+ for the exhaust sound. it keeps it in memory for 4 hours or so. I just wanted it to default to that so i would not have to change it every morning. I don't like the auto on off engine thing so sport + eliminates that.
Question: the night package is (1) black bottom lip front (2) black diffuser (3) black exhaust tips? Does it get rid of the diamond grill and add some black on the side piece?
I may have to get rid of that ..kind of undecided.
Question: the night package is (1) black bottom lip front (2) black diffuser (3) black exhaust tips? Does it get rid of the diamond grill and add some black on the side piece?
I may have to get rid of that ..kind of undecided.
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The comfort mode default has to do with government certification (the car was certified in comfort mode).
Night Package refers to the blacked-out mirrors and window frames that come standard on the C450.
Night Package Plus adds the black rear diffuser, front apron, black tailpipes (for originally $300 which dropped to $200).
Also available with Night Package Plus in some countries (not the US) is tinted windows.
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A very in-depth review on the C450:
New Mercedes C450 AMG V6 FULL REVIEW test driven C-Class C-Klasse 2016 - Autogefühl - YouTube
New Mercedes C450 AMG V6 FULL REVIEW test driven C-Class C-Klasse 2016 - Autogefühl - YouTube
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The comfort suspension and sport+ drive (including exhaust) is what I am currently using... (I like it).
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I created a walkthrough of all of the dynamic select setting: https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...ic-select.html
The comfort suspension and sport+ drive (including exhaust) is what I am currently using... (I like it).
The comfort suspension and sport+ drive (including exhaust) is what I am currently using... (I like it).
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I am normally, in work and in life in general, an extremely decisive person. This has not been the case for me when planning my future build on my C450 - I don't understand how indecisive people go through life, because this is driving me absolutely insane.
Now I can't decide if I should drop the Multimedia Package (but buy the Garmin MP SD card elsewhere) and add the HUD instead. I would also add the rearview camera, too. I will never store a single thing on the 200GB HD, as I just stream all my music through Spotify into the car via Bluetooth, and I really don't need a DVD player. So, pretty much, I'd just be paying for the larger higher resolution screen and the on-board nav rather than the Garmin MP nav - the screen size/resolution is something I guess I would need to see in person to really decide how much I value it.
Does the HUD navigation work with the Garmin SD card as well? Or only with the built in nav from the Multimedia package?
Now I can't decide if I should drop the Multimedia Package (but buy the Garmin MP SD card elsewhere) and add the HUD instead. I would also add the rearview camera, too. I will never store a single thing on the 200GB HD, as I just stream all my music through Spotify into the car via Bluetooth, and I really don't need a DVD player. So, pretty much, I'd just be paying for the larger higher resolution screen and the on-board nav rather than the Garmin MP nav - the screen size/resolution is something I guess I would need to see in person to really decide how much I value it.
Does the HUD navigation work with the Garmin SD card as well? Or only with the built in nav from the Multimedia package?
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Picked up my C450 yesterday! Very happy so far, will post pictures soon...
The car does indeed always start in comfort mode, regardless of what dynamic mode you were in last. However, I did notice that if your last mode was in Sport+, the startup exhaust has a noticeably sportier startup sound than if you left it in a lesser sport mode, even though it is still starting in comfort mode. kinda cool, but really wish it would default to starting in your last driving mode.
I ordered the standard 18" all season wheels as i have to battle NY winters, but really liked the look of the 19" options a lot better. Is anyone running 19" in the north east? Anyone planning on picking up a second set and swapping in/out all-season/summer tires? Wondering how the tire pressure monitoring system would be effected?...
The car does indeed always start in comfort mode, regardless of what dynamic mode you were in last. However, I did notice that if your last mode was in Sport+, the startup exhaust has a noticeably sportier startup sound than if you left it in a lesser sport mode, even though it is still starting in comfort mode. kinda cool, but really wish it would default to starting in your last driving mode.
I ordered the standard 18" all season wheels as i have to battle NY winters, but really liked the look of the 19" options a lot better. Is anyone running 19" in the north east? Anyone planning on picking up a second set and swapping in/out all-season/summer tires? Wondering how the tire pressure monitoring system would be effected?...
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The car does indeed always start in comfort mode, regardless of what dynamic mode you were in last. However, I did notice that if your last mode was in Sport+, the startup exhaust has a noticeably sportier startup sound than if you left it in a lesser sport mode, even though it is still starting in comfort mode. kinda cool, but really wish it would default to starting in your last driving mode.
I ordered the standard 18" all season wheels as i have to battle NY winters, but really liked the look of the 19" options a lot better. Is anyone running 19" in the north east? Anyone planning on picking up a second set and swapping in/out all-season/summer tires? Wondering how the tire pressure monitoring system would be effected?...
I agree, I think the ride is very comfortable.
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I am normally, in work and in life in general, an extremely decisive person. This has not been the case for me when planning my future build on my C450 - I don't understand how indecisive people go through life, because this is driving me absolutely insane.
Now I can't decide if I should drop the Multimedia Package (but buy the Garmin MP SD card elsewhere) and add the HUD instead. I would also add the rearview camera, too. I will never store a single thing on the 200GB HD, as I just stream all my music through Spotify into the car via Bluetooth, and I really don't need a DVD player. So, pretty much, I'd just be paying for the larger higher resolution screen and the on-board nav rather than the Garmin MP nav - the screen size/resolution is something I guess I would need to see in person to really decide how much I value it.
Does the HUD navigation work with the Garmin SD card as well? Or only with the built in nav from the Multimedia package?
Now I can't decide if I should drop the Multimedia Package (but buy the Garmin MP SD card elsewhere) and add the HUD instead. I would also add the rearview camera, too. I will never store a single thing on the 200GB HD, as I just stream all my music through Spotify into the car via Bluetooth, and I really don't need a DVD player. So, pretty much, I'd just be paying for the larger higher resolution screen and the on-board nav rather than the Garmin MP nav - the screen size/resolution is something I guess I would need to see in person to really decide how much I value it.
Does the HUD navigation work with the Garmin SD card as well? Or only with the built in nav from the Multimedia package?
Also, from what I've gleaned from these threads, the Garmin Map Pocket isn't nearly as good as the built Nav with Comand in the Multi-Media package. I use Nav a lot and that's worth the price of admission alone - at least to me, it is.
If you don't get it and you regret it, it's not something you can add after the fact.
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Personally, I think a car in this league deserves all the goodies, including the Multi-Media package. Even if you won't use all that it includes, you'd have them for a future need, which could come up. And yes, the bigger screen makes a huge difference, IMHO.
Also, from what I've gleaned from these threads, the Garmin Map Pocket isn't nearly as good as the built Nav with Comand in the Multi-Media package. I use Nav a lot and that's worth the price of admission alone - at least to me, it is.
If you don't get it and you regret it, it's not something you can add after the fact.
Also, from what I've gleaned from these threads, the Garmin Map Pocket isn't nearly as good as the built Nav with Comand in the Multi-Media package. I use Nav a lot and that's worth the price of admission alone - at least to me, it is.
If you don't get it and you regret it, it's not something you can add after the fact.
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Personally, I think a car in this league deserves all the goodies, including the Multi-Media package. Even if you won't use all that it includes, you'd have them for a future need, which could come up. And yes, the bigger screen makes a huge difference, IMHO.
Also, from what I've gleaned from these threads, the Garmin Map Pocket isn't nearly as good as the built Nav with Comand in the Multi-Media package. I use Nav a lot and that's worth the price of admission alone - at least to me, it is.
If you don't get it and you regret it, it's not something you can add after the fact.
Also, from what I've gleaned from these threads, the Garmin Map Pocket isn't nearly as good as the built Nav with Comand in the Multi-Media package. I use Nav a lot and that's worth the price of admission alone - at least to me, it is.
If you don't get it and you regret it, it's not something you can add after the fact.
Totally agree. How much would he be saving, anyway? I just don't think it make sense to spend that kind of dough on a luxury car, and then not include an option like that, especially if you are in doubt, and might regret it later. I've seen too many people try to save a grand or 2 on their build, then end up spending thousands on aftermarket stuff and dealer ad ons. If in doubt, just get it bro
Joking aside, my biggest issue with the steady stream of add-ons is that I know a car is a terrible investment (considering I work in Finance and am an avid investor, and a car is pretty much the worst investment possible)...so, I'm trying to limit the damage. That said, I've wanted a nice car as long as I can remember and now that I'm about 5 years out of school (where I've worked my *** off) and making 6 figures, I can comfortably afford it but I still feel like I'm stretching myself...just because I know of the "you should only spend 20% of your salary on a car" and "you should only buy a car you can pay cash for" rules. So, I'm trying to pinch pennies where I can. The kicker is that I could much more easily afford a CLA or a C300; however, I don't want a CLA or a C300 because I'd rather just drive my current car that's paid in cash for from college rather than have a payment on a car I "kind of want". Ya know? The upgrades to the C450 that I have approved just keep adding up...$2K for the Multimedia Package on a 5 year loan is really nothing when looked at monthly, but considering I've already approved so many other upgrades ($1300 for Carbon Fiber Trim, $900 for 19" wheels, $800 for the dynamic lights, $1480 for the panorama roof, $2150 for the Premium 2 package) it's adding up to a lot, very quickly. If I was making $200K I wouldn't have a care in the world and I'd probably being building a $75K C450, but for now I'm trying to keep it to around $63K.
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Alright, you've convinced me...so now you guys owe me ~$2100, PM me for the address and name to make the check payable to. Thanks
Joking aside, my biggest issue with the steady stream of add-ons is that I know a car is a terrible investment (considering I work in Finance and am an avid investor, and a car is pretty much the worst investment possible)...so, I'm trying to limit the damage. That said, I've wanted a nice car as long as I can remember and now that I'm about 5 years out of school (where I've worked my *** off) and making 6 figures, I can comfortably afford it but I still feel like I'm stretching myself...just because I know of the "you should only spend 20% of your salary on a car" and "you should only buy a car you can pay cash for" rules. So, I'm trying to pinch pennies where I can. The kicker is that I could much more easily afford a CLA or a C300; however, I don't want a CLA or a C300 because I'd rather just drive my current car that's paid in cash for from college rather than have a payment on a car I "kind of want". Ya know? The upgrades to the C450 that I have approved just keep adding up...$2K for the Multimedia Package on a 5 year loan is really nothing when looked at monthly, but considering I've already approved so many other upgrades ($1300 for Carbon Fiber Trim, $900 for 19" wheels, $800 for the dynamic lights, $1480 for the panorama roof, $2150 for the Premium 2 package) it's adding up to a lot, very quickly. If I was making $200K I wouldn't have a care in the world and I'd probably being building a $75K C450, but for now I'm trying to keep it to around $63K.
Joking aside, my biggest issue with the steady stream of add-ons is that I know a car is a terrible investment (considering I work in Finance and am an avid investor, and a car is pretty much the worst investment possible)...so, I'm trying to limit the damage. That said, I've wanted a nice car as long as I can remember and now that I'm about 5 years out of school (where I've worked my *** off) and making 6 figures, I can comfortably afford it but I still feel like I'm stretching myself...just because I know of the "you should only spend 20% of your salary on a car" and "you should only buy a car you can pay cash for" rules. So, I'm trying to pinch pennies where I can. The kicker is that I could much more easily afford a CLA or a C300; however, I don't want a CLA or a C300 because I'd rather just drive my current car that's paid in cash for from college rather than have a payment on a car I "kind of want". Ya know? The upgrades to the C450 that I have approved just keep adding up...$2K for the Multimedia Package on a 5 year loan is really nothing when looked at monthly, but considering I've already approved so many other upgrades ($1300 for Carbon Fiber Trim, $900 for 19" wheels, $800 for the dynamic lights, $1480 for the panorama roof, $2150 for the Premium 2 package) it's adding up to a lot, very quickly. If I was making $200K I wouldn't have a care in the world and I'd probably being building a $75K C450, but for now I'm trying to keep it to around $63K.
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Alright, you've convinced me...so now you guys owe me ~$2100, PM me for the address and name to make the check payable to. Thanks
Joking aside, my biggest issue with the steady stream of add-ons is that I know a car is a terrible investment (considering I work in Finance and am an avid investor, and a car is pretty much the worst investment possible)...so, I'm trying to limit the damage. That said, I've wanted a nice car as long as I can remember and now that I'm about 5 years out of school (where I've worked my *** off) and making 6 figures, I can comfortably afford it but I still feel like I'm stretching myself...just because I know of the "you should only spend 20% of your salary on a car" and "you should only buy a car you can pay cash for" rules. So, I'm trying to pinch pennies where I can. The kicker is that I could much more easily afford a CLA or a C300; however, I don't want a CLA or a C300 because I'd rather just drive my current car that's paid in cash for from college rather than have a payment on a car I "kind of want". Ya know? The upgrades to the C450 that I have approved just keep adding up...$2K for the Multimedia Package on a 5 year loan is really nothing when looked at monthly, but considering I've already approved so many other upgrades ($1300 for Carbon Fiber Trim, $900 for 19" wheels, $800 for the dynamic lights, $1480 for the panorama roof, $2150 for the Premium 2 package) it's adding up to a lot, very quickly. If I was making $200K I wouldn't have a care in the world and I'd probably being building a $75K C450, but for now I'm trying to keep it to around $63K.
Joking aside, my biggest issue with the steady stream of add-ons is that I know a car is a terrible investment (considering I work in Finance and am an avid investor, and a car is pretty much the worst investment possible)...so, I'm trying to limit the damage. That said, I've wanted a nice car as long as I can remember and now that I'm about 5 years out of school (where I've worked my *** off) and making 6 figures, I can comfortably afford it but I still feel like I'm stretching myself...just because I know of the "you should only spend 20% of your salary on a car" and "you should only buy a car you can pay cash for" rules. So, I'm trying to pinch pennies where I can. The kicker is that I could much more easily afford a CLA or a C300; however, I don't want a CLA or a C300 because I'd rather just drive my current car that's paid in cash for from college rather than have a payment on a car I "kind of want". Ya know? The upgrades to the C450 that I have approved just keep adding up...$2K for the Multimedia Package on a 5 year loan is really nothing when looked at monthly, but considering I've already approved so many other upgrades ($1300 for Carbon Fiber Trim, $900 for 19" wheels, $800 for the dynamic lights, $1480 for the panorama roof, $2150 for the Premium 2 package) it's adding up to a lot, very quickly. If I was making $200K I wouldn't have a care in the world and I'd probably being building a $75K C450, but for now I'm trying to keep it to around $63K.
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Yesterday, I took my C450 for a 200-mile drive on the Interstate. I found the exhaust sound in Comfort mode to be as quiet at 70 mph in level cruise as my traded-in C400. However, with a slight uphill grade or light throttle increase, I noted the drone mentioned by Radarguy on p.46. Switching to Sport mode dropped the transmission one gear and made the drone go away. In Comfort, the same annoying note occurs at lower speeds with moderate throttle increase. The drivetrain always seems to be reaching for the highest possible gear for economy reasons in Comfort or Eco. Again, Sport or Sport+ cures the problem.
Although, I'm trying to restrain myself during the break-in period, the passing power of the C450 is impressive. With a kickdown at 70, you can find yourself rocketing past 100 very quickly. One oddity I noted is the discontinuity of the speedometer at 80 mph. Below 80, one increment on the speedometer represents 5 mph. Above 80, an increment represents 10 mph. So, if you're not used to it, when you think you're at 85, you're actually doing 90 mph. Fortunately, the head-up display always reads true. It's worth the asking price for that and the nav instructions.
Although, I'm trying to restrain myself during the break-in period, the passing power of the C450 is impressive. With a kickdown at 70, you can find yourself rocketing past 100 very quickly. One oddity I noted is the discontinuity of the speedometer at 80 mph. Below 80, one increment on the speedometer represents 5 mph. Above 80, an increment represents 10 mph. So, if you're not used to it, when you think you're at 85, you're actually doing 90 mph. Fortunately, the head-up display always reads true. It's worth the asking price for that and the nav instructions.
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2019 E63S & 2022 X7 M50
Alright, you've convinced me...so now you guys owe me ~$2100, PM me for the address and name to make the check payable to. Thanks
Joking aside, my biggest issue with the steady stream of add-ons is that I know a car is a terrible investment (considering I work in Finance and am an avid investor, and a car is pretty much the worst investment possible)...so, I'm trying to limit the damage. That said, I've wanted a nice car as long as I can remember and now that I'm about 5 years out of school (where I've worked my *** off) and making 6 figures, I can comfortably afford it but I still feel like I'm stretching myself...just because I know of the "you should only spend 20% of your salary on a car" and "you should only buy a car you can pay cash for" rules. So, I'm trying to pinch pennies where I can. The kicker is that I could much more easily afford a CLA or a C300; however, I don't want a CLA or a C300 because I'd rather just drive my current car that's paid in cash for from college rather than have a payment on a car I "kind of want". Ya know? The upgrades to the C450 that I have approved just keep adding up...$2K for the Multimedia Package on a 5 year loan is really nothing when looked at monthly, but considering I've already approved so many other upgrades ($1300 for Carbon Fiber Trim, $900 for 19" wheels, $800 for the dynamic lights, $1480 for the panorama roof, $2150 for the Premium 2 package) it's adding up to a lot, very quickly. If I was making $200K I wouldn't have a care in the world and I'd probably being building a $75K C450, but for now I'm trying to keep it to around $63K.
Joking aside, my biggest issue with the steady stream of add-ons is that I know a car is a terrible investment (considering I work in Finance and am an avid investor, and a car is pretty much the worst investment possible)...so, I'm trying to limit the damage. That said, I've wanted a nice car as long as I can remember and now that I'm about 5 years out of school (where I've worked my *** off) and making 6 figures, I can comfortably afford it but I still feel like I'm stretching myself...just because I know of the "you should only spend 20% of your salary on a car" and "you should only buy a car you can pay cash for" rules. So, I'm trying to pinch pennies where I can. The kicker is that I could much more easily afford a CLA or a C300; however, I don't want a CLA or a C300 because I'd rather just drive my current car that's paid in cash for from college rather than have a payment on a car I "kind of want". Ya know? The upgrades to the C450 that I have approved just keep adding up...$2K for the Multimedia Package on a 5 year loan is really nothing when looked at monthly, but considering I've already approved so many other upgrades ($1300 for Carbon Fiber Trim, $900 for 19" wheels, $800 for the dynamic lights, $1480 for the panorama roof, $2150 for the Premium 2 package) it's adding up to a lot, very quickly. If I was making $200K I wouldn't have a care in the world and I'd probably being building a $75K C450, but for now I'm trying to keep it to around $63K.
I for one was able to option my 450 and only pay 54k for i on a 4yr finance.
Luckily for me, being that my vehicle was the very first batch, the premium 2 package did come standard minus thr Burmester sound system, I think I saved on that. I just added interior cranberry red leather pkg, pano roof, linden wood trim, and lighhting package (pano and lighting are a def must IMO). Oh I was also given a 5% off MSRP on my order. I do semi-regret not getting the multimedia package, the wife wanted to skimp on that feature I for one would get it but i figure rebuttal process was not was not worth it.
