AMG-Sport is dead. C450 will now be AMG C43
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2016 C450
Note is sent to my dealer re: the U78 AMG Performance Exhaust on the C43. If it's different, my next email will unfortunately be to let him know that I won't be taking delivery of my C450 at the end of the month but that I would like to come in and place an early order for the C43 instead.
At this point, since day #1 of me ordering the C450 I've wondered if I should've just waited. If the 9G and some stupid badging were the only differences, I didn't see a reason to wait...but if I can get an improved AMG exhaust, I do are and it will drive me nuts if I don't wait.
The only "downfall" is that I don't see where the Saddle Brown Designo with the white cross-stitching is still available in the C43's? Perhaps I am just missing it.
At this point, since day #1 of me ordering the C450 I've wondered if I should've just waited. If the 9G and some stupid badging were the only differences, I didn't see a reason to wait...but if I can get an improved AMG exhaust, I do are and it will drive me nuts if I don't wait.
The only "downfall" is that I don't see where the Saddle Brown Designo with the white cross-stitching is still available in the C43's? Perhaps I am just missing it.
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Note is sent to my dealer re: the U78 AMG Performance Exhaust on the C43. If it's different, my next email will unfortunately be to let him know that I won't be taking delivery of my C450 at the end of the month but that I would like to come in and place an early order for the C43 instead.
At this point, since day #1 of me ordering the C450 I've wondered if I should've just waited. If the 9G and some stupid badging were the only differences, I didn't see a reason to wait...but if I can get an improved AMG exhaust, I do are and it will drive me nuts if I don't wait.
The only "downfall" is that I don't see where the Saddle Brown Designo with the white cross-stitching is still available in the C43's? Perhaps I am just missing it.
At this point, since day #1 of me ordering the C450 I've wondered if I should've just waited. If the 9G and some stupid badging were the only differences, I didn't see a reason to wait...but if I can get an improved AMG exhaust, I do are and it will drive me nuts if I don't wait.
The only "downfall" is that I don't see where the Saddle Brown Designo with the white cross-stitching is still available in the C43's? Perhaps I am just missing it.
I don't have any reason to wait, so I'm glad I got mine, it is primarily my wife's car and she would not want a louder exhaust. But, I can see between the transmission and a possible exhaust change (if confirmed) might be worth it to many. Order guide states August availability, so if you can get an early one, that might not be too bad.
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2016 C450
Note is sent to my dealer re: the U78 AMG Performance Exhaust on the C43. If it's different, my next email will unfortunately be to let him know that I won't be taking delivery of my C450 at the end of the month but that I would like to come in and place an early order for the C43 instead.
At this point, since day #1 of me ordering the C450 I've wondered if I should've just waited. If the 9G and some stupid badging were the only differences, I didn't see a reason to wait...but if I can get an improved AMG exhaust, I do are and it will drive me nuts if I don't wait.
The only "downfall" is that I don't see where the Saddle Brown Designo with the white cross-stitching is still available in the C43's? Perhaps I am just missing it.
At this point, since day #1 of me ordering the C450 I've wondered if I should've just waited. If the 9G and some stupid badging were the only differences, I didn't see a reason to wait...but if I can get an improved AMG exhaust, I do are and it will drive me nuts if I don't wait.
The only "downfall" is that I don't see where the Saddle Brown Designo with the white cross-stitching is still available in the C43's? Perhaps I am just missing it.
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They now offer two boxes that I would have ticked off if offered on the c450: Brilliant Blue paint, and performance exhaust. Neither are game changers for me though. I really am happy with my car (which is currently at the dealer for lack or crackle and some shimming and fitment issues). Performance exhaust for the c63 is a $1200 option. Yes, it is a switchable, factory exhaust, however the AWE system looks pretty enticing at a similar price point. As color is concerned, I am really loving my Diamond Silver. It is blue enough that there is no confusing it for an Iridium during the day, it turns grey at dusk and bright silver at night under the street lights.
As far as performance is concerned, the extra umph from a 9 speed isn't getting to me. This car is damn fast in a very usable way. I'm going to love it until the release a GLC43 Coupe. That concept is the most perfectly ugly vehicle I've seen in a long time. Ill take mine in Brilliant Blue please.
As far as performance is concerned, the extra umph from a 9 speed isn't getting to me. This car is damn fast in a very usable way. I'm going to love it until the release a GLC43 Coupe. That concept is the most perfectly ugly vehicle I've seen in a long time. Ill take mine in Brilliant Blue please.
#606
No one is wondering the LIGHTING PACKAGE?
According to the order guide, the LIGHTING PACKAGE will not be stand-alone option anymore, combined into Premium 04 package, which also includes DRIVER ASSISTANCE PACK - I really do hate this package, $2800 listed for C300.
But I won't get a C43 without a lighting package...so I had no choice but buy the freaking bundle
Who decided to bundle this with DRIVER ASSISTANCE PACKAGE
But I won't get a C43 without a lighting package...so I had no choice but buy the freaking bundle
Who decided to bundle this with DRIVER ASSISTANCE PACKAGE
#607
I feel your pain. I agree on the exhaust, for me, a part of the AMG experience is the sound, and even though my C450 sounds good, there's lots of room for improvement. The obvious problem you will face is (1) a much longer wait and (2) most likely a deal that is just not as good, price wise. If I was in your position, I would wait, buyers remorse is a terrible thing, but you have to decide buddy.
As you said, buyers remorse will be a *****. For the first 3 months of the lease I'd be pleased with myself, for the last 33 months of it I'd be pissed at how impatient I was.
I think the Saddle Brown is still there, looks like same as the C450 order guide had (page is after the C63 seats).
I don't have any reason to wait, so I'm glad I got mine, it is primarily my wife's car and she would not want a louder exhaust. But, I can see between the transmission and a possible exhaust change (if confirmed) might be worth it to many. Order guide states August availability, so if you can get an early one, that might not be too bad.
I don't have any reason to wait, so I'm glad I got mine, it is primarily my wife's car and she would not want a louder exhaust. But, I can see between the transmission and a possible exhaust change (if confirmed) might be worth it to many. Order guide states August availability, so if you can get an early one, that might not be too bad.
On the other hand, sometimes you just have to buy the car when you need it, as there is improvements every year. C400, then C450, now C43, what's coming the other year is anybody's guess, but it's safe to say there will be changes, even if minor. There's talk of a straight 6 with 400hp in the pipeline, if true, could be next year, could be 3 years, you never know, so if we are not careful, we spend years in a "holding pattern" and missing out.
#608
They now offer two boxes that I would have ticked off if offered on the c450: Brilliant Blue paint, and performance exhaust. Neither are game changers for me though. I really am happy with my car (which is currently at the dealer for lack or crackle and some shimming and fitment issues). Performance exhaust for the c63 is a $1200 option. Yes, it is a switchable, factory exhaust, however the AWE system looks pretty enticing at a similar price point. As color is concerned, I am really loving my Diamond Silver. It is blue enough that there is no confusing it for an Iridium during the day, it turns grey at dusk and bright silver at night under the street lights.
As far as performance is concerned, the extra umph from a 9 speed isn't getting to me. This car is damn fast in a very usable way. I'm going to love it until the release a GLC43 Coupe. That concept is the most perfectly ugly vehicle I've seen in a long time. Ill take mine in Brilliant Blue please.
As far as performance is concerned, the extra umph from a 9 speed isn't getting to me. This car is damn fast in a very usable way. I'm going to love it until the release a GLC43 Coupe. That concept is the most perfectly ugly vehicle I've seen in a long time. Ill take mine in Brilliant Blue please.
According to the order guide, the LIGHTING PACKAGE will not be stand-alone option anymore, combined into Premium 04 package, which also includes DRIVER ASSISTANCE PACK - I really do hate this package, $2800 listed for C300.
But I won't get a C43 without a lighting package...so I had no choice but buy the freaking bundle
Who decided to bundle this with DRIVER ASSISTANCE PACKAGE
But I won't get a C43 without a lighting package...so I had no choice but buy the freaking bundle
Who decided to bundle this with DRIVER ASSISTANCE PACKAGE
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I see the designo options in the sedan Order guide but not in the coupe order guide, but I assume that it should be available for the coupe as well.
At least we're getting closer boys. I'll be going in to the dealership to order a c43 coupe soon! Hopefully pricing is released soon as well.
Biding my time by playing with the German configurator!
At least we're getting closer boys. I'll be going in to the dealership to order a c43 coupe soon! Hopefully pricing is released soon as well.
Biding my time by playing with the German configurator!
Last edited by Thefiverivers; 05-10-2016 at 02:33 PM.
#612
I see the designo options in the sedan Order guide but not in the coupe order guide, but I assume that it should be available for the coupe as well.
At least we're getting closer boys. I'll be going in to the dealership to order a c43 coupe soon! Hopefully pricing is released soon as well.
Biding my time by playing with the German configurator!
At least we're getting closer boys. I'll be going in to the dealership to order a c43 coupe soon! Hopefully pricing is released soon as well.
Biding my time by playing with the German configurator!
#613
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Let's just hope its the last time they rename this damn car.
#614
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And I know about waiting, I had initially ordered a cla45 last March. Then when I heard that it was getting refreshed I told my dealer to hold off and put me down for the refresh model (2017). Low and behold my waiting led to the beautiful c coupe info being released, and my decision was made to get that instead. There's always something better coming, so waiting/buying is all about timing and I think the timing is right, for both of us!
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I've already posted that it makes sense for many people to wait. That said, "all the changes" don't add up to a ton for most people. Basically, badging/name, 9g transmission, possible optional exhaust and vented seats as an option if you get the designo interior.
Some minor negatives as well: no availability of gloss black/interior, aluminum. Order guide does not list availability of heated seats (would be surprised if that was really true), bundling of options may make the car more money for some that only wanted a few of the options, and unknown price of the car and likely smaller discounts at model year start.
Again, makes sense for many people to wait, if I was starting my search now, I probably would, but have no regrets. I may be fooling myself, but I don't think the name change will do much for resale, anyone who knows what the car is, will know it is the same. It is possible that someone that does not know much about cars and simply wants an "AMG" might not look at the C450 because it doesn't say AMG on the back, but I'm guessing that is a small group.
Some minor negatives as well: no availability of gloss black/interior, aluminum. Order guide does not list availability of heated seats (would be surprised if that was really true), bundling of options may make the car more money for some that only wanted a few of the options, and unknown price of the car and likely smaller discounts at model year start.
Again, makes sense for many people to wait, if I was starting my search now, I probably would, but have no regrets. I may be fooling myself, but I don't think the name change will do much for resale, anyone who knows what the car is, will know it is the same. It is possible that someone that does not know much about cars and simply wants an "AMG" might not look at the C450 because it doesn't say AMG on the back, but I'm guessing that is a small group.
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I see the designo options in the sedan Order guide but not in the coupe order guide, but I assume that it should be available for the coupe as well.
At least we're getting closer boys. I'll be going in to the dealership to order a c43 coupe soon! Hopefully pricing is released soon as well.
Biding my time by playing with the German configurator!
At least we're getting closer boys. I'll be going in to the dealership to order a c43 coupe soon! Hopefully pricing is released soon as well.
Biding my time by playing with the German configurator!
#619
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It is strange that designo interiors are missing from the coupe order guide (except for the C63S Edition 1). What really leads me to believe that the C43 coupe is not going to see designo interiors is the configurator on the German site. That site always has a super-set of options compared to the U.S. site.
#620
I swear to god, if they don't put the Saddle Brown Designo as an option for the C43 Coupe, I'm going to lose my damn mind...that is what I've decided I'll wait on, which means something will inevitably come along to take a **** on that plan.
That said, the German C43 site has some other weird things still included/not included at the moment, so I'm not certain how serious we should be taking it at the moment.
That said, the German C43 site has some other weird things still included/not included at the moment, so I'm not certain how serious we should be taking it at the moment.
#621
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I swear to god, if they don't put the Saddle Brown Designo as an option for the C43 Coupe, I'm going to lose my damn mind...that is what I've decided I'll wait on, which means something will inevitably come along to take a **** on that plan.
That said, the German C43 site has some other weird things still included/not included at the moment, so I'm not certain how serious we should be taking it at the moment.
That said, the German C43 site has some other weird things still included/not included at the moment, so I'm not certain how serious we should be taking it at the moment.
You chose selenite grey for exterior? If so saddle brown would look great indeed. So they propably removed this option
#623
I see in the Sedan guide is has a 8/2016 release and the Designo interiors were added on 5/3 (the date of release). For the Coupe I see it has a 9/2016 release with a 5/2 Order Guide release date. I'm holding out hope that the Coupe guide just hasn't been updated yet.
I've seen pics of the Coupe with Saddle Brown at one of the auto shows, so it definitely existing a month or so ago. I guess we'll see.
#624
Traditionally the Sport exhausts have been decent sounding exhausts and Performance exhaust have been great sounding...more than just a button to turn it on or off. The C450 has the Sport.