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I believe so. Either way it's apples to apples because both cars either have or do not have OPF.
I think US cars will be, marginally, more fruity sounding. This is also the easiest car to do a cat replacement I've ever seen. V band clamps and can probably do the entire thing from the top of the engine bay lol
Yea, as long as US cars have louder sound, i am happy.
I assume they're building C43s both in Germany and South Africa?
yes. I think most of c43 in US are made in south africa and c43 in europe are made in germany. My friend living in europe told me his c43 was made in Germnay and stuck in german port now.
Could Someone explain MB or AMG warranty?
I thought all new cars are covered by some warranty for 4 years or 50000 miles whichever comes first. Does it include the basic maintenance including the oil change, tire rotation, etc?
But I also heard that it is better to purchase the service package A / B or something. What does this service plan covers? How much is the service package? Is it worth it?
Could Someone explain MB or AMG warranty?
I thought all new cars are covered by some warranty for 4 years or 50000 miles whichever comes first. Does it include the basic maintenance including the oil change, tire rotation, etc?
But I also heard that it is better to purchase the service package A / B or something. What does this service plan covers? How much is the service package? Is it worth it?
What would you guys recommend???
happy New year!
Happy New Year!
That warranty only covers defects - maintenance is not included. When I see the prices for the prepaid maintenance I'll probably seriously consider it as I skipped it on my A35 and I would've saved money already. I had that before with Audi Care and regret not getting it this time.
Just got an update, my car is scheduled to arrive at the VPC (mine is GA) 1/18 - it didn't get on the ship until last week. FWIW my guy checked and he said the only release date he can see is Q4 2022 lol but he said he's gonna call someone and see if they have any ideas. I'm still planning on after 2/28 as a few folks have mentioned but it sure would be cool to get it sooner!
That warranty only covers defects - maintenance is not included. When I see the prices for the prepaid maintenance I'll probably seriously consider it as I skipped it on my A35 and I would've saved money already. I had that before with Audi Care and regret not getting it this time.
Just got an update, my car is scheduled to arrive at the VPC (mine is GA) 1/18 - it didn't get on the ship until last week. FWIW my guy checked and he said the only release date he can see is Q4 2022 lol but he said he's gonna call someone and see if they have any ideas. I'm still planning on after 2/28 as a few folks have mentioned but it sure would be cool to get it sooner!
I am going to hold off on requesting any SA updates until my build date hits (first week of February) since we are only a month away. That being said I wanted to get some opinions / advice from you guys as we get closer to delivery.
I am purchasing my c43, but not sure what the best way to handle my current car is. I previously have traded in vehicles and know this is typically going to be a lower value than private sale, but the transaction is also easier along with the tax savings on the new purchase. That being said, since they can easily turn around and sell pre-owned/certified right from the dealer and the market is still pretty decent for used cars, I am hoping to get a solid offer from them on my 2021 CLA 35 / expect to have roughly 15000 miles at time of trade out a few months.
I own the vehicle outright and am not against selling private if it's a substantial difference, but not sure how that then affects time of purchase / significant savings on sales tax. I'll just be cutting a check to dealer for balance, but want to start thinking about this soon. If anyone is in / has been in a similar situation, curious as to your thoughts and best way to maximize value and time on the transaction (or if there are added benefits for trading in / financing a small portion of balance etc).
yes. I think most of c43 in US are made in south africa and c43 in europe are made in germany. My friend living in europe told me his c43 was made in Germnay and stuck in german port now.
Is your friend getting a T Model?
Looks like all US (sedans) are made in South Africa.
I am going to hold off on requesting any SA updates until my build date hits (first week of February) since we are only a month away. That being said I wanted to get some opinions / advice from you guys as we get closer to delivery.
I am purchasing my c43, but not sure what the best way to handle my current car is. I previously have traded in vehicles and know this is typically going to be a lower value than private sale, but the transaction is also easier along with the tax savings on the new purchase. That being said, since they can easily turn around and sell pre-owned/certified right from the dealer and the market is still pretty decent for used cars, I am hoping to get a solid offer from them on my 2021 CLA 35 / expect to have roughly 15000 miles at time of trade out a few months.
I own the vehicle outright and am not against selling private if it's a substantial difference, but not sure how that then affects time of purchase / significant savings on sales tax. I'll just be cutting a check to dealer for balance, but want to start thinking about this soon. If anyone is in / has been in a similar situation, curious as to your thoughts and best way to maximize value and time on the transaction (or if there are added benefits for trading in / financing a small portion of balance etc).
Curious what you guys think.
I typically always trade in just for ease - it's usually a wash when you factor taxes in and to have it all said and done in one stop is worth it for me. But it really depends - my dealer is always really fair, for instance if they "had to" include a mark-up, they'd probably be willing to counterbalance that with the trade in offer.
completely agree. for the rear - the only must have is the spoiler and it was my least favorite item originally. Even the bumper flics take away from the definition of that area. For what it's worth - we don't know if any of our Early US cars will get studio, I think we are assuming those waiting for performance seats might get studio pack - but seeing that it's a standard option in the Asia market, it all depends.
and the front I'm kind of in the same boat - really just like the upper flics. I do not think having or not having studio is a big deal - I like that it's OEM but you can easily pick and choose after the fact.
this looks like the best of both worlds to me for the rear
and on the front you can just wrap the lower exterior bits like this to achieve much of the same look up front
Curious if that's the same rear spoiler as standard in C63 E performance. If it looks good. I am sure we can get it from the dealer / parts supplier.
I typically always trade in just for ease - it's usually a wash when you factor taxes in and to have it all said and done in one stop is worth it for me. But it really depends - my dealer is always really fair, for instance if they "had to" include a mark-up, they'd probably be willing to counterbalance that with the trade in offer.
You can always negotiate.
Right. Just make sure you know the market value of a trade-in. Then you'd know how much under you're being offered.
I just realized from my watch history that I came across this video earlier, a few weeks ago? That I forgot to share with you guys, I am not sure if it is just a C 43 body kit or the real deal:
Tentative Build Date: was 3/23/23, but yesterday changed to 4/19/23.
Girl question here lol. Anyone know what the 251 Increased in Top Speed is? Does it have to do with R01 performance tires?
I checked with my SA after you posted this. My date has not changed (has been 02/03/2023 since November). I have had my build configured since early May 2022 - the performance seats have been the determining factor of the specific delay on my build (or at least my assumption as any others who have builds from that time frame without the performance seats specified are already built and no cars currently on sale in other countries have them equipped either).
If anyone can confirm the dealer release date on your completed builds - that is where I previously got the 2/28/23 date that seemed to be when cars would be released from VPC (aka people would start taking delivery of their built cars).
The sooner cars start moving out of VPC the better for us all!
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