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2016 C43 OMG
When I asked my dealer about that, they send me an answer from the mechs dept. talking about the differences (mainly 7Gvs.9G) between both C450 and C43 models, which didn't convinced me at all, I'm not an expert, but I can see an excuse from miles away; they just don't have a clue. I'm being a good boy with my running in, so I can't tell about the sounds over those 4500rpm's, but when I've approached that edge, I can ear some, very subtile, reminders to that metallic popop, but nothing like the C450 I tested.
It's known that some MB guys are MBWorld forum members, so it would be wonderful if any could bring us some light (or pops or crackles) here.
I have, and I can confirm the lack of the pops and crackling. I was truly disappointed because the loaner I had for some days (it was a C450 though) had that beautiful exhaust sounds all around.
When I asked my dealer about that, they send me an answer from the mechs dept. talking about the differences (mainly 7Gvs.9G) between both C450 and C43 models, which didn't convinced me at all, I'm not an expert, but I can see an excuse from miles away; they just don't have a clue. I'm being a good boy with my running in, so I can't tell about the sounds over those 4500rpm's, but when I've approached that edge, I can ear some, very subtile, reminders to that metallic popop, but nothing like the C450 I tested.
It's known that some MB guys are MBWorld forum members, so it would be wonderful if any could bring us some light (or pops or crackles) here.
When I asked my dealer about that, they send me an answer from the mechs dept. talking about the differences (mainly 7Gvs.9G) between both C450 and C43 models, which didn't convinced me at all, I'm not an expert, but I can see an excuse from miles away; they just don't have a clue. I'm being a good boy with my running in, so I can't tell about the sounds over those 4500rpm's, but when I've approached that edge, I can ear some, very subtile, reminders to that metallic popop, but nothing like the C450 I tested.
It's known that some MB guys are MBWorld forum members, so it would be wonderful if any could bring us some light (or pops or crackles) here.
I even wrote it in an earlier thread that I wouldn't be surprised if c43<c450<c43 performance exhaust. (source: https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...ml#post6839831 )
Hope there is just something wrong or that it will start cracking with a few more miles on the clock.
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It also says that some of the driving and safety systems adjust automatically during the break-in period. It's a long shot, but maybe that affects the crackle&pop from the exhaust.
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From: Bar cel ona
2016 C43 OMG
I'll keep my fingers crossed for that to be true, but i'm more inclined to think that it may be a software issue, a determined position of the exhaust valves that the C43 is not achieving for some reason, or maybe they've found that if the standard sound is as "good" as it was in the C450, the sales of an sports exhaust option could be not as attractive as it is now, with the quieter regular exhaust
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Originally Posted by MDSkiBum
I would be surprised if this varied for different countries, but the US operator manual is available here, and on page 130 it details the break-in instructions. Among other things, it says you should not exceed 4500 rpm and also recommends you drive in "C" program mode for the first 1500km.
It also says that some of the driving and safety systems adjust automatically during the break-in period. It's a long shot, but maybe that affects the crackle&pop from the exhaust.
It also says that some of the driving and safety systems adjust automatically during the break-in period. It's a long shot, but maybe that affects the crackle&pop from the exhaust.
Also, the crackles and pops were very pronounced in the early stages of the car. I would say the crackles and pops do diminish and become more unpredictable and less pronounced after 2-3000miles. Which was the reason why I upgraded to the AWE Tuning Touring dual exhausts.
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Originally Posted by stixpicks
Collected my amazing C43 AMG on Friday, 3 days in and loving it!
The car is great to drive, smooth, quick and fun. It can be very comfortable for cruising or great to play around with in sports+, like 2 different cars! I am relieved that I really like my choose of colours - selenite grey and saddle brown.
My only disappointment, and was partially expecting this, there is no pop and crackle from the exhaust, without the performance exhaust. Here in Australia you can't order the performance exhaust separately from the performance seats. I found the performance seats really uncomfortable for me, so had to go standard (which I am loving!), but had to sacrifice the performance exhaust. Forums I read were suggesting the standard exhaust should still pop and crackle, but unfortunately it doesn't, although it is nice and loud. May look at aftermarket options...
Also interesting to note is that the dealer said there is no break in period required! They said the C63 requires break in, being a hand made engine, but not the C43, can give it a whack straight away! So I did!
Overall, so happy with it and I am sure you will be too!
The car is great to drive, smooth, quick and fun. It can be very comfortable for cruising or great to play around with in sports+, like 2 different cars! I am relieved that I really like my choose of colours - selenite grey and saddle brown.
My only disappointment, and was partially expecting this, there is no pop and crackle from the exhaust, without the performance exhaust. Here in Australia you can't order the performance exhaust separately from the performance seats. I found the performance seats really uncomfortable for me, so had to go standard (which I am loving!), but had to sacrifice the performance exhaust. Forums I read were suggesting the standard exhaust should still pop and crackle, but unfortunately it doesn't, although it is nice and loud. May look at aftermarket options...
Also interesting to note is that the dealer said there is no break in period required! They said the C63 requires break in, being a hand made engine, but not the C43, can give it a whack straight away! So I did!
Overall, so happy with it and I am sure you will be too!
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Still running her in, so not using the full potential yet, but played a little with the different driving modes
She's been fully de-badged and we're having the roof vinyl wrapped next week gloss black to complete the line across the top of the car.
Also fitted some front arch guards in satin black and a new Blackvue DR650S 2CH camera system.
These are the arch guards, the website shows they are for the A, B and CLA class, but they also fit the new C class perfectly as well.
http://carbonwurks.com/shop/by-categ...s-arch-guards/
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Great to drive, so much more refined than our previous E89 Z4, getting used to driving position as our Z4 was lowered on Eibachs.
Still running her in, so not using the full potential yet, but played a little with the different driving modes
She's been fully de-badged and we're having the roof vinyl wrapped next week gloss black to complete the line across the top of the car.
Also fitted some front arch guards in satin black and a new Blackvue DR650S 2CH camera system.
These are the arch guards, the website shows they are for the A, B and CLA class, but they also fit the new C class perfectly as well.
http://carbonwurks.com/shop/by-categ...s-arch-guards/
Still running her in, so not using the full potential yet, but played a little with the different driving modes
She's been fully de-badged and we're having the roof vinyl wrapped next week gloss black to complete the line across the top of the car.
Also fitted some front arch guards in satin black and a new Blackvue DR650S 2CH camera system.
These are the arch guards, the website shows they are for the A, B and CLA class, but they also fit the new C class perfectly as well.
http://carbonwurks.com/shop/by-categ...s-arch-guards/
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Where did you hear that? Last communication I got from my SA was that it had passed certification and was on a train from Halifax to Edmonton with a dealer ETA of Oct 16th... this was on Sept 27th.
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No trimming required, 5 mins to fit, just pop out the bottom two mushroom clips on the internal arch cover and fit the side of the guard with the attached 3M tape to the edge of the arch and pop the mushroom clips back in again.
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Also, the HUD and intelligent LEDs are great, have set the HUD to AMG mode with the new curved RPM indicator with speed and gear shown, don't think I could own a car without this now.
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This doesn't make sense, they've already updated the fuel economy for the c43 coupes on MB Canada. While they were awaiting certification, the fuel economy was stated as "tbd".
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I don't know, that's what my SA from corporate communicated to me. Have you visited your SA recently and actually seen the status updated in their system? I'm thinking about swinging by MB to see if I can do that.
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My dealer is 2 hrs away from me, but will be talking to them this weekend when I go in to try and line up some of the accessories lined up for install before pickup.
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That's great! The big question is if it will be held at the VPC or not after it docks pending EPA certification. Either way should be part of the first wave of deliveries hopefully!
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Hopefully no lengthy delays - should be a quick trip from Baltimore to Central OH.
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lol I am in Columbus, curious to see if you'll be the first in the city or if it will be held up long enough that we both get ours at the same time.
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Seeing as we're getting closer to deliveries, anyone planning to use Xpel or a coating (or both?)
I am currently debating doing Xpel but almost set on doing a Modesta coating. Doing both is kind of expensive and comes out to be 10% price of the car so not sure if its worth it really.
I am currently debating doing Xpel but almost set on doing a Modesta coating. Doing both is kind of expensive and comes out to be 10% price of the car so not sure if its worth it really.
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Just a quick comment, I know I'm going to get flamed for saying it, but here goes.
when you get the car, new I would NOT "Drive it like I stole it"
I know that sounds fun and cool, but what is the downside to waiting 1000 miles, varying the rpm, not BANGING on the car when it hasn't been broken in, seated, etc..
The manual says, don't exceed xyz, S+, high RPM, high MPH.
Years ago, I asked the engineers and product managers what the deal was and they said, "break her in nicely and she'll provide years of joy and trouble free service"
It sounds more interesting in the original German.
(disclaimer.. I worked for DB for seven years in the 90's and drove everything they had hard and fast)
when you get the car, new I would NOT "Drive it like I stole it"
I know that sounds fun and cool, but what is the downside to waiting 1000 miles, varying the rpm, not BANGING on the car when it hasn't been broken in, seated, etc..
The manual says, don't exceed xyz, S+, high RPM, high MPH.
Years ago, I asked the engineers and product managers what the deal was and they said, "break her in nicely and she'll provide years of joy and trouble free service"
It sounds more interesting in the original German.
(disclaimer.. I worked for DB for seven years in the 90's and drove everything they had hard and fast)
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Just a quick comment, I know I'm going to get flamed for saying it, but here goes.
when you get the car, new I would NOT "Drive it like I stole it"
I know that sounds fun and cool, but what is the downside to waiting 1000 miles, varying the rpm, not BANGING on the car when it hasn't been broken in, seated, etc..
The manual says, don't exceed xyz, S+, high RPM, high MPH.
Years ago, I asked the engineers and product managers what the deal was and they said, "break her in nicely and she'll provide years of joy and trouble free service"
It sounds more interesting in the original German.
(disclaimer.. I worked for DB for seven years in the 90's and drove everything they had hard and fast)
when you get the car, new I would NOT "Drive it like I stole it"
I know that sounds fun and cool, but what is the downside to waiting 1000 miles, varying the rpm, not BANGING on the car when it hasn't been broken in, seated, etc..
The manual says, don't exceed xyz, S+, high RPM, high MPH.
Years ago, I asked the engineers and product managers what the deal was and they said, "break her in nicely and she'll provide years of joy and trouble free service"
It sounds more interesting in the original German.
(disclaimer.. I worked for DB for seven years in the 90's and drove everything they had hard and fast)
