C450 AMG Sport discussion only.
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2016 C450 (no code 165 option..)
What do you guys think of the VR tune? Seems a bit early/ untested to me.
https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...-released.html
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2016 C450
Vr tune
The fact that the vendor stated it was tested 4-5 weeks before selling it .. Is a red flag to me. Though it costs more I would go with a more reputable tuner company like kleeman. Brabus or renntech. They have been around longer and their reputation speaks for themselves.
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From: Hammond, La
2018 E63S: Former cars 2016 C450, 2013 C350, 2009 C300
The fact that the vendor stated it was tested 4-5 weeks before selling it .. Is a red flag to me. Though it costs more I would go with a more reputable tuner company like kleeman. Brabus or renntech. They have been around longer and their reputation speaks for themselves.
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2016 C450 (no code 165 option..)
Thanks *****, i agree. Kleeman USA does not have a 4 wheel dyno and from what I have had on previous cars they pull, open/drill and flash. The add on module is appealing to me but I am not going to play guineu pig. An additional spend does not bother me, I want to tune, lower and swap exhaust as soon as available but would rather be right than fast. Well. Fast at buying the tune anyway��
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2016 C450 (no code 165 option..)
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2016 C450
Really? I got an email from them three weeks ago saying that the tune for the 450 was the same tune from the 400 because it was the same 276 turbo engine. Person made it sound like 450 engine was almost maxed out by amg. So essentially we'd be paying same amount for less change compared to a 400 owner.
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A5 Sportback V6 Petrol
Does anyone have a feedback on the Black Fresne (ash) insert? NOt sure about its name in english but it is the only non shining insert/ decoration inside the C450.
Initially I wanted the Carbon insert but testing it i found out that the touch is a bit cheap (too light) and it kept finger marks...
Initially I wanted the Carbon insert but testing it i found out that the touch is a bit cheap (too light) and it kept finger marks...
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2016 C450
Does anyone have a feedback on the Black Fresne (ash) insert? NOt sure about its name in english but it is the only non shining insert/ decoration inside the C450.
Initially I wanted the Carbon insert but testing it i found out that the touch is a bit cheap (too light) and it kept finger marks...
Initially I wanted the Carbon insert but testing it i found out that the touch is a bit cheap (too light) and it kept finger marks...
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From: Cincinnati
2008 C300, 2023 EQB 350
Black Ash
Does anyone have a feedback on the Black Fresne (ash) insert? NOt sure about its name in english but it is the only non shining insert/ decoration inside the C450.
Initially I wanted the Carbon insert but testing it i found out that the touch is a bit cheap (too light) and it kept finger marks...
Initially I wanted the Carbon insert but testing it i found out that the touch is a bit cheap (too light) and it kept finger marks...
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A5 Sportback V6 Petrol
Thanks Guys !!
@awz I had a look at your car interior, very nice with red leather.
I can't understand why the carbon interior is so expensive, I'm sure it is just carbon like plastic and nothing to do with real carbon.
Anyway happy to find that the (IMO) best interior insert is one of the cheapest
@awz I had a look at your car interior, very nice with red leather.
I can't understand why the carbon interior is so expensive, I'm sure it is just carbon like plastic and nothing to do with real carbon.
Anyway happy to find that the (IMO) best interior insert is one of the cheapest
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C450 AMG
Tuning Options
I like the idea of formulating a list of tuning options thus far for the car: Perhaps anyone who has dealt with any of the vendors listed below can share their experiences...Ideally, we should include price and performance gains from the tunes
AMR
OE Tuning
Renntech
Brabus?
Burger Tuning
Kleemann
Vivid Racing
*Note, you don't have to have your C450 tuned in order to comment, any insight would be appreciated, so if you have had other cars tuned by anyone listed above please share!
AMR
OE Tuning
Renntech
Brabus?
Burger Tuning
Kleemann
Vivid Racing
*Note, you don't have to have your C450 tuned in order to comment, any insight would be appreciated, so if you have had other cars tuned by anyone listed above please share!
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2016 C450 AMG; 2015 Infiniti QX60
Does anyone have a feedback on the Black Fresne (ash) insert? NOt sure about its name in english but it is the only non shining insert/ decoration inside the C450.
Initially I wanted the Carbon insert but testing it i found out that the touch is a bit cheap (too light) and it kept finger marks...
Initially I wanted the Carbon insert but testing it i found out that the touch is a bit cheap (too light) and it kept finger marks...
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A5 Sportback V6 Petrol
Indeed it would be more fragile than plastified carbon or piano. thanks for the info
I'm going for a config with derk grey exterior, Black leather seat with red stitching, AMG wheel (with red 12 o' clock), Ash wood insert, Sound system, dark windows, 19' wheels multi branch, technology package (wide screen, 5 atmosphere colors, key less access), Panoramic roof, memory & heated front seats, remote online
It would look like below :
I'm going for a config with derk grey exterior, Black leather seat with red stitching, AMG wheel (with red 12 o' clock), Ash wood insert, Sound system, dark windows, 19' wheels multi branch, technology package (wide screen, 5 atmosphere colors, key less access), Panoramic roof, memory & heated front seats, remote online
It would look like below :
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From: New York USA
Infiniti G37x
Ash Wood
Personally, I like the Ash Wood trim the best. It adds luxury to the car's interior. I also think it's not as fragile as the Piano Black trim, which will immediately show even minor scratches and of course finger prints.
I'm also not a huge fan of red stitching and seatbelts, unless if you're going with the cranberry leather. But if you're going with black, it's not consistent with the white stitching of the steering wheel and while trying to add a sporty touch, I much more prefer black leather with white stitching and black belts.
I'm also not a huge fan of red stitching and seatbelts, unless if you're going with the cranberry leather. But if you're going with black, it's not consistent with the white stitching of the steering wheel and while trying to add a sporty touch, I much more prefer black leather with white stitching and black belts.
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A5 Sportback V6 Petrol
Personally, I like the Ash Wood trim the best. It adds luxury to the car's interior. I also think it's not as fragile as the Piano Black trim, which will immediately show even minor scratches and of course finger prints.
I'm also not a huge fan of red stitching and seatbelts, unless if you're going with the cranberry leather. But if you're going with black, it's not consistent with the white stitching of the steering wheel and while trying to add a sporty touch, I much more prefer black leather with white stitching and black belts.
I'm also not a huge fan of red stitching and seatbelts, unless if you're going with the cranberry leather. But if you're going with black, it's not consistent with the white stitching of the steering wheel and while trying to add a sporty touch, I much more prefer black leather with white stitching and black belts.
Anyone here has a dark grey exterior ?
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2016 C450
Thanks Guys !!
@awz I had a look at your car interior, very nice with red leather.
I can't understand why the carbon interior is so expensive, I'm sure it is just carbon like plastic and nothing to do with real carbon.
Anyway happy to find that the (IMO) best interior insert is one of the cheapest
@awz I had a look at your car interior, very nice with red leather.
I can't understand why the carbon interior is so expensive, I'm sure it is just carbon like plastic and nothing to do with real carbon.
Anyway happy to find that the (IMO) best interior insert is one of the cheapest
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2016 C450
What do you guys think of this replacement air filter made by BMC?
http://www.renntechmercedes.com/inde...-filter-detail
I am holding out for a true Cold Air Intake.
http://www.renntechmercedes.com/inde...-filter-detail
I am holding out for a true Cold Air Intake.
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2016 C450
Indeed it would be more fragile than plastified carbon or piano. thanks for the info
I'm going for a config with derk grey exterior, Black leather seat with red stitching, AMG wheel (with red 12 o' clock), Ash wood insert, Sound system, dark windows, 19' wheels multi branch, technology package (wide screen, 5 atmosphere colors, key less access), Panoramic roof, memory & heated front seats, remote online
It would look like below :
I'm going for a config with derk grey exterior, Black leather seat with red stitching, AMG wheel (with red 12 o' clock), Ash wood insert, Sound system, dark windows, 19' wheels multi branch, technology package (wide screen, 5 atmosphere colors, key less access), Panoramic roof, memory & heated front seats, remote online
It would look like below :
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2016 C450 AMG; 2015 Infiniti QX60
Personally, I like the Ash Wood trim the best. It adds luxury to the car's interior. I also think it's not as fragile as the Piano Black trim, which will immediately show even minor scratches and of course finger prints.
I'm also not a huge fan of red stitching and seatbelts, unless if you're going with the cranberry leather. But if you're going with black, it's not consistent with the white stitching of the steering wheel and while trying to add a sporty touch, I much more prefer black leather with white stitching and black belts.
I'm also not a huge fan of red stitching and seatbelts, unless if you're going with the cranberry leather. But if you're going with black, it's not consistent with the white stitching of the steering wheel and while trying to add a sporty touch, I much more prefer black leather with white stitching and black belts.
having said that, the interior is awesome with pretty much any material, stitch colour trim, so whatever speaks to you is the way to go.
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From: Hammond, La
2018 E63S: Former cars 2016 C450, 2013 C350, 2009 C300
Finally got my car in today must say this thing is amazing. Was a little surprised there was no sunroof in it. Both my 09 c300 and 13 c350 both had them standard did not know this years model it's either pano or nothing at all or so the dealership told me. Can anyone else confirm.
