new C250 Final order details
11-18-2016, 06:52 PM
#1
new C250 Final order details
Hi,
I have finally decided to buy a new C250
Details:
C250D AMG Salloon:
Obsidian black metallic
Premium plus
Driving assistance pack
360camera
Air balance pack
Night package (18') .
I am giving my existing car away at the end of December.
The dealer called me today and said that there would be some extra time as there is a problem with the 18' and the night package so I should expect this the second week of April 2017
....
He said that If I order the 19' inch wheels night package I would be able to have the car in January instead,
I have explained that I am not very keen as it would mean a harder ride and probably more expensive tyres (any idea how much more per tyre btw?) .. the dealer suggested to add airmatic with it to compensate for the ride (with a total added cost for both of £1350).
I tried to find an airmatic car to drive initially but was not able to get a holdof one so I have driven an exact model like the one that I am buying and I was happy with the overall ride to be honest.
I was also reading that airmatic means more expensive repairs in case that something goes wrong ? is that true ?(planning to keep the car for 10+ years)
I called the dealer and asked him to proceed with the order as is (keep the 18'inch and not add airmatic) ,however I still have time to change my mind and I wanted to see what you guys think?
Thanks
I have finally decided to buy a new C250
Details:
C250D AMG Salloon:
Obsidian black metallic
Premium plus
Driving assistance pack
360camera
Air balance pack
Night package (18') .
I am giving my existing car away at the end of December.
The dealer called me today and said that there would be some extra time as there is a problem with the 18' and the night package so I should expect this the second week of April 2017
....He said that If I order the 19' inch wheels night package I would be able to have the car in January instead,
I have explained that I am not very keen as it would mean a harder ride and probably more expensive tyres (any idea how much more per tyre btw?) .. the dealer suggested to add airmatic with it to compensate for the ride (with a total added cost for both of £1350).
I tried to find an airmatic car to drive initially but was not able to get a holdof one so I have driven an exact model like the one that I am buying and I was happy with the overall ride to be honest.
I was also reading that airmatic means more expensive repairs in case that something goes wrong ? is that true ?(planning to keep the car for 10+ years)
I called the dealer and asked him to proceed with the order as is (keep the 18'inch and not add airmatic) ,however I still have time to change my mind and I wanted to see what you guys think?
Thanks
11-18-2016, 11:23 PM
#2
MBWorld Fanatic!
I've owned four AirMatic equipped cars. Three S Class and my current 205. The ride is smooth and silky and as far as I'm concerned air is a must on the 205, which leans heavily toward the stiff side. The run flat tires don't help either.
In terms of repairs, north of 60k miles each of my S had some sort of AirMatic failure. Typically a strut will develop a leak and need to be replaced. Sometimes the compressor will burn itself out compensating for the leak. All of mine were under warranty (CPO) and ran around $1500-$3000 at the dealer.
I'd get the car with air and 18". Very comfortable and if you want to firm it up for a sportier feel when the mood strikes just toggle AirMatic over to Sport or Sport + mode and it will gladly punish your kidneys for you. It's very nice to have the capability to adjust the suspension with a button.
A steel suspension and 19" on run flats, unless you drive on very smooth roads all of the time, is a brutal combination. Because of their short, rigid sidewalls the 19" runflats are prone to sidewall ruptures, as several members here will attest.
In terms of repairs, north of 60k miles each of my S had some sort of AirMatic failure. Typically a strut will develop a leak and need to be replaced. Sometimes the compressor will burn itself out compensating for the leak. All of mine were under warranty (CPO) and ran around $1500-$3000 at the dealer.
I'd get the car with air and 18". Very comfortable and if you want to firm it up for a sportier feel when the mood strikes just toggle AirMatic over to Sport or Sport + mode and it will gladly punish your kidneys for you. It's very nice to have the capability to adjust the suspension with a button.
A steel suspension and 19" on run flats, unless you drive on very smooth roads all of the time, is a brutal combination. Because of their short, rigid sidewalls the 19" runflats are prone to sidewall ruptures, as several members here will attest.
