Base model. HELP
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Base model. HELP
Not finding any pictures or reviews of the base model. It seems like in Canada there’s only a few trim packages to choose from.
Going to get the wagon.
I want the 18 inch wheels and the high perf exhaust but it seems I can’t have both at the same time(???)
the exhaust package requires about $9k in other options and 19 inch wheels(???)
the car jumps from ~60k to ~70 and I just dont see the value.
i have decided on these options:
dark blue paint, brown open pore trim
I would buy a used one but everyone bought coupes and sedans so I’m seriously considering the standard features
DOES ANY ONE HAVE PICS IF THE BASE MODEL!!!!????
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Going to get the wagon.
I want the 18 inch wheels and the high perf exhaust but it seems I can’t have both at the same time(???)
the exhaust package requires about $9k in other options and 19 inch wheels(???)
the car jumps from ~60k to ~70 and I just dont see the value.
i have decided on these options:
dark blue paint, brown open pore trim
I would buy a used one but everyone bought coupes and sedans so I’m seriously considering the standard features
DOES ANY ONE HAVE PICS IF THE BASE MODEL!!!!????
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hi!
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From: UK
2004 E55 K Wagon &. '96 SL500
If you're buying a premium car, IMO you don't want the basic non Premium Plus ( as called In UK) interior.
No electric seats, base -cheap looking & sounding black speakers- instead of the beautiful Burmester ones, and the analogue dials. The interior looks and is just too basic.
Unfortunately with German cars you'll always need to spend a bit more to get a good spec, but at least in the UK anyway, everything you need comes with the Premium/ Premium plus packages.
The AMG PE is also a must, just find a dealer who'll give you a good discount and spec the car properly. Nothing is more disappointing than a poorly specced Merc.
No electric seats, base -cheap looking & sounding black speakers- instead of the beautiful Burmester ones, and the analogue dials. The interior looks and is just too basic.
Unfortunately with German cars you'll always need to spend a bit more to get a good spec, but at least in the UK anyway, everything you need comes with the Premium/ Premium plus packages.
The AMG PE is also a must, just find a dealer who'll give you a good discount and spec the car properly. Nothing is more disappointing than a poorly specced Merc.
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If you're buying a premium car, IMO you don't want the basic non Premium Plus ( as called In UK) interior.
No electric seats, base -cheap looking & sounding black speakers- instead of the beautiful Burmester ones, and the analogue dials. The interior looks and is just too basic.
Unfortunately with German cars you'll always need to spend a bit more to get a good spec, but at least in the UK anyway, everything you need comes with the new Premium/ Premium plus packages.
The AMG PE is also a must, just find a dealer who'll give you a good discount and spec the car properly. Nothing is more disappointing than a poorly specced Merc.
No electric seats, base -cheap looking & sounding black speakers- instead of the beautiful Burmester ones, and the analogue dials. The interior looks and is just too basic.
Unfortunately with German cars you'll always need to spend a bit more to get a good spec, but at least in the UK anyway, everything you need comes with the new Premium/ Premium plus packages.
The AMG PE is also a must, just find a dealer who'll give you a good discount and spec the car properly. Nothing is more disappointing than a poorly specced Merc.
Key Standard Features
- Power front sport seats with memory
- Power tilt/telescoping steering column
- Heated front seats
- THERMATIC automatic climate control
- 40/20/40 split-folding rear seats
- Retractable luggage cover
- Heated, power-folding side mirrors
- AMG Nappa leather Performance steering wheel
- Topstitched ARTICO upper dash and door trim
- 64-colour LED ambient lighting
- Panoramic sunroof
- Illuminated front door sills
- Analogue gauges with high-resolution multifunction display
- 7-inch high-resolution central display
- KEYLESS-START
- Hands-free Bluetooth interface
- Bluetooth audio streaming
- Dual USB audio ports
- HD Radio receiver
- FrontBass system
Key Standard Features
- AMG-enhanced 3.0L V6 biturbo engine
- AMG Performance Exhaust System
- ECO Start/Stop system
- AMG Performance 4MATIC all-wheel drive
- AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9-speed transmission
- AMG DYNAMIC SELECT
- AMG RIDE CONTROL Sport Suspension with 3-stage damping
- Torque Vectoring Brake
- Active Brake Assist
- In-vehicle, one-touch calling features
- ATTENTION ASSIST
- Crosswind Assist
- Rearview camera
- Blind Spot Assist
- LED Daytime Running Lamps and taillamps
- LED High Performance Lighting System
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
- PRE-SAFE
- PRE-SAFE Sound
- 7 air bags
- Adaptive braking technology
- Rear-window wiper with auto-on in Reverse
Did anyone even get a base model???
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2019 C43 Wagon
There are so few C43 wagons its tough to see the options. if you want to visualize them, fire up the German Mercedes site with Google translate and you can option things up and see the look.
Once you get the premium and AMG driver pack, I believe you can choose between the two 19" or the 18" wheel options for the same price (extra to get them in Black though).
You touched on the problem. In Canada the base price of $60 is compelling, but if you want PSE (which you should, it's fantastic) the way they stack the option bundles you just tacked on $10k. No stand-alone option like the US.
One other snag, you won't find one used. 2019 was the first model year the C43 was offered as a wagon in Canada, so they've been on the ground <1 year.
I'm just glad they still offer a Hot wagon, BMW and Audi aren't playing, so it's AMG or a cute-Ute.
Once you get the premium and AMG driver pack, I believe you can choose between the two 19" or the 18" wheel options for the same price (extra to get them in Black though).
You touched on the problem. In Canada the base price of $60 is compelling, but if you want PSE (which you should, it's fantastic) the way they stack the option bundles you just tacked on $10k. No stand-alone option like the US.
One other snag, you won't find one used. 2019 was the first model year the C43 was offered as a wagon in Canada, so they've been on the ground <1 year.
I'm just glad they still offer a Hot wagon, BMW and Audi aren't playing, so it's AMG or a cute-Ute.
Not finding any pictures or reviews of the base model. It seems like in Canada there’s only a few trim packages to choose from.
Going to get the wagon.
I want the 18 inch wheels and the high perf exhaust but it seems I can’t have both at the same time(???)
the exhaust package requires about $9k in other options and 19 inch wheels(???)
the car jumps from ~60k to ~70 and I just dont see the value.
i have decided on these options:
dark blue paint, brown open pore trim
I would buy a used one but everyone bought coupes and sedans so I’m seriously considering the standard features
DOES ANY ONE HAVE PICS IF THE BASE MODEL!!!!????
First post on forum hi!
Going to get the wagon.
I want the 18 inch wheels and the high perf exhaust but it seems I can’t have both at the same time(???)
the exhaust package requires about $9k in other options and 19 inch wheels(???)
the car jumps from ~60k to ~70 and I just dont see the value.
i have decided on these options:
dark blue paint, brown open pore trim
I would buy a used one but everyone bought coupes and sedans so I’m seriously considering the standard features
DOES ANY ONE HAVE PICS IF THE BASE MODEL!!!!????
First post on forum
hi!
