I’m looking to decide on a car between the 2 and not sure which to pick. I like the c43 as it’s interior quality and drive is better compared to the cla35, but the cla35 has a much more modern interior and sportier exterior too. Anybody have any input on this(price aside)?
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You are in the wrong forum though, I recommend posting again this time in:
https://mbworld.org/forums/c450-c43-amg-216/
https://mbworld.org/forums/cla-35-amg-c118-264/
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Just buy a real c43 AMG 1998-2000 w202 Originally Posted by sumoa
I’m looking to decide on a car between the 2 and not sure which to pick. I like the c43 as it’s interior quality and drive is better compared to the cla35, but the cla35 has a much more modern interior and sportier exterior too. Anybody have any input on this(price aside)?
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sorry pal, my moms 2012 Corolla has more technology than that. Originally Posted by Benzrider17
Just buy a real c43 AMG 1998-2000 w202
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Imagine basing your car buying decision on "technology."
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just imagined it and it wasn’t that hard to, I think that’s why all cars come with add-ons and packages to the tech? Imagine not realizing why people thousands extra in add-ons to the tech.Originally Posted by Sulaco
Imagine basing your car buying decision on "technology."
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The most expensive cars in the world are not full of modern technology...
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They had to substitute the build quality with something I guess Originally Posted by sumoa
sorry pal, my moms 2012 Corolla has more technology than that.
Its not really technology, its standard features that every car nowadays has. Im sure car manufacturers would prefer not to put this junk into their cars but I guess you got to keep up with demand.
Let me know if your new amg ever reaches 100k.....oh wait u prolly the type that'll trade it in when the first service hits lmao
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He's comparing a sub compact transverse mounted turbo 4 with only 302 hp to a mid size sedan with a longitudinal twin turbo v6 with 20% more power, yet his only concerns are "looks" and "technology." 100% he's a badge chaser and looking at a lease, too.
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lease yourself a bmw wow they have those fancy push start buttons and even a backup camera NOW that’s technology PALOriginally Posted by sumoa
sorry pal, my moms 2012 Corolla has more technology than that.
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I was in the same position a year ago. The CLA feels like you need to rev the crap out of it to get any power. The C43 brings power on seamlessly with a larger engine and significantly more torque. I think in the long run, if you're looking for a drivers car more than tech that will eventually be dated itself, the C43 is the way to go.
