My first Mercedes- building a C43
11-12-2016, 08:39 AM
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My first Mercedes- building a C43
A little background, it will be my wife's primary driver, coming from a Lexus GS350 F-Sport.
I drive an Ford F150 daily, a Porsche 991 TT Cab in the nice weather and a Radical SR3 RS really fast on race tracks.
What are the must haves for a Canadian first timer?
Boxes I have check off so far:
Order has been placed.
Thoughts, opinions and of course...first hand experiences, are all appreciated!
Thanks!!
I drive an Ford F150 daily, a Porsche 991 TT Cab in the nice weather and a Radical SR3 RS really fast on race tracks.
What are the must haves for a Canadian first timer?
Boxes I have check off so far:
- Polar White
- Night Package- $700
- Premium Package- $4,800
- 19" 5-spoke AMG bi-colour wheels- $500
- AMG Driver's Package- $1,700
- LED Lighting System- $900
- Open pore dark ash wood- $250
- Intelligent Drive Package- $2,700
- 360 deg Camera- $590.
Order has been placed.
Thoughts, opinions and of course...first hand experiences, are all appreciated!
Thanks!!
Last edited by 1Gunner; 11-15-2016 at 11:11 AM. Reason: Order confirmed and submitted
11-12-2016, 10:17 AM
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Personally I find the $2700 for the nannies not only expensive, but it is also the most likely feature that you'll turn off because many people find them annoying.
On the seats, they look awesome, but I find them really tight, and I'm tall and thin.
Happy hunting!
On the seats, they look awesome, but I find them really tight, and I'm tall and thin.
Happy hunting!
11-12-2016, 10:18 AM
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I just noticed you want open pore wood. Definitely the best option, but you should know it's on constraint right now so you could be waiting for quite some time if you're ordering and don't find one already in stock somewhere.
Cheers.
Cheers.
11-12-2016, 10:22 AM
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I'm hoping for a Feb. 1 delivery as that's when my wife's Lexus lease expires.
Is there some way to confirm through a dealer?
11-12-2016, 10:25 AM
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By on constraint I mean there is a hold or lock or whatever MB calls it. I've heard that there is a shortage and that it could be as late as Feb before you can even order with that option. I'm actually trying to get a more solid answer right now from one of the Corp stores in the GTA. There should be ones in inventory with open pore wood. I've seen a few white ones with most/all options that you're looking for.
11-12-2016, 10:26 AM
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11-12-2016, 10:52 AM
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Getting opinions on the performance seats will end up being a holly war. I have seen every size person love them and every size person hate them... The key is trying them for yourself, and spending about 20-30 minutes adjusting them (and optimally, driving with your adjustments if possible). You dealer should have a C63S or AMG GTS with the 555 AMG Performance Seat option. (CLA45's have the 555 option, but the cabin of the CLA is a bit too cramped...I would use that as a last resort).
Personally, I think if you spend the time to adjust them, you won't want another car without them.
Personally, I think if you spend the time to adjust them, you won't want another car without them.
11-12-2016, 05:01 PM
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Wow I think I'm coincidentally had a very similar situation as you are having now.
I used to live in Canada, and my last car there was a 2013 Lexus GS 350.
My opinion, the Intelligent Drive package is a worthy option if you are planning using it as a commuter car in a lot of boring highway driving in heavy traffic. I have it on my C63 and it was really useful if the situation meant I couldn't drive spirited.
I would not get the seats unless you are planning on tracking the car, or REALLY like the look of them (I admit they do look damn cool).
In terms of resale, the Intelligence Drive package is far more likely to retain more value since it is a utility based package.
With that said, it is worth considering that Canadians get a good deal compared to Americans on the performance seats. In Canada it is $2300 CAD. In United States it is $2500 USD for some reason.
I used to live in Canada, and my last car there was a 2013 Lexus GS 350.
My opinion, the Intelligent Drive package is a worthy option if you are planning using it as a commuter car in a lot of boring highway driving in heavy traffic. I have it on my C63 and it was really useful if the situation meant I couldn't drive spirited.
I would not get the seats unless you are planning on tracking the car, or REALLY like the look of them (I admit they do look damn cool).
In terms of resale, the Intelligence Drive package is far more likely to retain more value since it is a utility based package.
With that said, it is worth considering that Canadians get a good deal compared to Americans on the performance seats. In Canada it is $2300 CAD. In United States it is $2500 USD for some reason.
hope its turns out nice 
11-13-2016, 11:09 AM
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A little background, it will be my wife's primary driver, coming from a Lexus GS350 F-Sport.
I drive an Ford F150 daily, a Porsche 991 TT Cab in the nice weather and a Radical SR3 RS really fast on race tracks.
What are the must haves for a Canadian first timer?
Boxes I have check off so far:
Considering:
Thoughts, opinions and of course...first hand experiences, are all appreciated!
Thanks!!
I drive an Ford F150 daily, a Porsche 991 TT Cab in the nice weather and a Radical SR3 RS really fast on race tracks.
What are the must haves for a Canadian first timer?
Boxes I have check off so far:
- Polar White
- Night Package- $700
- Premium Package- $4,800
- 19" 5-spoke AMG bi-colour wheels- $500
- AMG Driver's Package- $1,700
- LED Lighting System- $900
- Open pore dark ash wood- $250
Considering:
- AMG Performance seat- $2,300
- Intelligent Drive Package- $2,700
Thoughts, opinions and of course...first hand experiences, are all appreciated!
Thanks!!
8. Leather
That's about it, perfect! That us what I'm getting like yours plus leather. I have the intelligent drive and it was something that my C400 came with. Would I ordered it? No. Aside from the Distronic Plus which encourages texting /driving the other stuff is overkill.
11-13-2016, 11:37 AM
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Nice build!
I personally didn't see the value of the performance seats nor do I like the way they look in the overall aesthetics of the C43. Once again, this is totally subjective.
I do, however, think that the intelligent drive package is excellent for someone that does a lot of highway driving. It reduces driver fatigue by quite a bit in my personal experience. There is an argument to be made against it, but I'd rather have the option to not use it than not have the option to use it.
I personally didn't see the value of the performance seats nor do I like the way they look in the overall aesthetics of the C43. Once again, this is totally subjective.
I do, however, think that the intelligent drive package is excellent for someone that does a lot of highway driving. It reduces driver fatigue by quite a bit in my personal experience. There is an argument to be made against it, but I'd rather have the option to not use it than not have the option to use it.
11-13-2016, 01:05 PM
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I ended up including the Intelligent Drive Pkg to the build and confirmed my order.
Looked at leather but preferred the Artico/Dynamica w/ red stitching.
The wait begins.....
Looked at leather but preferred the Artico/Dynamica w/ red stitching.
The wait begins.....
11-14-2016, 10:55 AM
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2010 C300 4MATIC........ 2011 C63 AMG.............. 2015 CLS400 4MATIC.....
Sounds good!
Don't forget to show some pics when you get it...
and make sure you get some sexy car mats for the winters...I use adiguard floor liners.
Don't forget to show some pics when you get it...
and make sure you get some sexy car mats for the winters...I use adiguard floor liners.
11-14-2016, 02:44 PM
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It's all a matter of opinion. I opted for the sport seats as the performance are a little tight and the hard plastic gets REALLY hot in the summer here.
As far as the "nannies" go, I LOVE them. 360 camera is incredible for parking and making sure you can get just close enough to the curb without rubbing and to stay as far away from other car's doors as possible.
The steering assist and adaptive cruise are GREAT in traffic situations. I've gone from 80mph down to 0 and back up to speed with everything in between without having to touch the brake, gas, or fiddle with the cruise settings. Very handy IMO.
Again, it's whatever works for YOU. If you don't think you'll use those things, then don't get them. Go test drive the AMG seats and see how they feel.
Congrats on the build man! You will enjoy it!!!
As far as the "nannies" go, I LOVE them. 360 camera is incredible for parking and making sure you can get just close enough to the curb without rubbing and to stay as far away from other car's doors as possible.
The steering assist and adaptive cruise are GREAT in traffic situations. I've gone from 80mph down to 0 and back up to speed with everything in between without having to touch the brake, gas, or fiddle with the cruise settings. Very handy IMO.
Again, it's whatever works for YOU. If you don't think you'll use those things, then don't get them. Go test drive the AMG seats and see how they feel.
Congrats on the build man! You will enjoy it!!!
11-14-2016, 05:29 PM
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Currently 2008 Honda Accord. Looking at 2017 C43
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By on constraint I mean there is a hold or lock or whatever MB calls it. I've heard that there is a shortage and that it could be as late as Feb before you can even order with that option. I'm actually trying to get a more solid answer right now from one of the Corp stores in the GTA. There should be ones in inventory with open pore wood. I've seen a few white ones with most/all options that you're looking for.
