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Old Jul 8, 2024 | 03:41 AM
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Originally Posted by W205C43PFL
To me, the CLE looks a lot like the evolution of the C205 coupe but longer, that is the point because they want to make a more luxurious C-Class and a sportier E-Class.
Agree...
It's definitely an evolution of or new follow on C Coupe from the C205.

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Old Jul 8, 2024 | 08:45 AM
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Originally Posted by Elvisfan0108
I looked on the web to build one. I was disappointed to learn that I can’t order red with a red top. Like I currently own. I tapped on red top and the car went to black.
That is frustrating in a sense because the red top depending on the body colour/paint selected really elevates the vehicle.
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Old Jul 8, 2024 | 10:23 AM
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As discussed previously , the current red top is a different red to the Patagonia and I assume MB feels it's not a good look . I think the same may apply to the red seats.
I'm going for the red-black roof combination or black-red roof combination and one of the black/red interiors .
I've also found that recently the configurator hangs up when trying some of these combinations and won't reset - maybe because I'm in Canada !
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Old Jul 8, 2024 | 11:37 AM
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Originally Posted by splunge
As discussed previously , the current red top is a different red to the Patagonia and I assume MB feels it's not a good look . I think the same may apply to the red seats.
I'm going for the red-black roof combination or black-red roof combination and one of the black/red interiors .
I've also found that recently the configurator hangs up when trying some of these combinations and won't reset - maybe because I'm in Canada !
I got error messages also, in the US.
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Old Jul 8, 2024 | 04:06 PM
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Originally Posted by splunge
As discussed previously , the current red top is a different red to the Patagonia and I assume MB feels it's not a good look . I think the same may apply to the red seats.
I'm going for the red-black roof combination or black-red roof combination and one of the black/red interiors .
I've also found that recently the configurator hangs up when trying some of these combinations and won't reset - maybe because I'm in Canada !
Yes I am in Canada too, same issue. MB Canada's site is based on the MBUSA site, if I recalled correctly, same software team, Mercedes-Benz AG Mercedes-Benz North America division.
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Old Jul 8, 2024 | 07:52 PM
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I spoke with the sales manager at the dealership today. My build is scheduled for 7/14 and he was pretty certain the car would be at the dealership by the end of August. from what others are saying, it seems he's being a bit too optimistic! Thoughts??
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Old Jul 8, 2024 | 07:57 PM
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I spoke with the sales manager at the dealership today. My build is scheduled for 7/14 and he was pretty certain the car would be at the dealership by the end of August. from what others are saying, it seems he's being a bit too optimistic! Thoughts??
Will your car still be a 2024, or has it been changed to a 2025? My build date is at the end of August. I would prefer it’s changed to model year 2025 as long as there are no changes to my configuration.
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Old Jul 8, 2024 | 11:12 PM
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Originally Posted by sdk2424
I spoke with the sales manager at the dealership today. My build is scheduled for 7/14 and he was pretty certain the car would be at the dealership by the end of August. from what others are saying, it seems he's being a bit too optimistic! Thoughts??
My build date is for 7/16 and my dealership said mid September for delivery. So end of August is not too far off depending on where you are in the country. The main question is whether our cars will be 2024 or 2025 models.
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Old Jul 9, 2024 | 01:54 PM
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I'm not sure. When the build date arrives, I will ask for the VIN and check for myself. I'll let you know at that time.
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Old Jul 9, 2024 | 01:55 PM
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Originally Posted by is250
My build date is for 7/16 and my dealership said mid September for delivery. So end of August is not too far off depending on where you are in the country. The main question is whether our cars will be 2024 or 2025 models.
I'm in the northeast. Where are you?
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Old Jul 9, 2024 | 01:56 PM
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I'm in the northeast. Where are you?
NJ
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Old Jul 9, 2024 | 02:49 PM
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NY. 2 days off on build and 2-3 weeks difference for delivery!! hmmmm
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Old Jul 15, 2024 | 06:56 AM
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Looks stunning.

What packages did you get please ?

Looks like at least Night 1 and 2 and Driver's Package ?
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Old Jul 17, 2024 | 04:30 AM
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When you get a chance, can you take a pic of the passenger area floor space when the seat is pulled/titled full forward for entry/exit...assuming this is automatic when activated.
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Old Jul 17, 2024 | 07:13 AM
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Could anyone with a CLE 53 please check for heated seats on your final order sheet? This is the one with the standard and option codes listed along with a purchase order number. Heated seats are supposed to be standard, but they are not listed on my order sheet with all the other standard and optional items. The heated seats were listed when the dealer configured the car, but they are not on the final order sheet. My dealer is looking into it. I hope a forum member can help.
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Old Jul 17, 2024 | 02:30 PM
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Originally Posted by BenzC400
Could anyone with a CLE 53 please check for heated seats on your final order sheet? This is the one with the standard and option codes listed along with a purchase order number. Heated seats are supposed to be standard, but they are not listed on my order sheet with all the other standard and optional items. The heated seats were listed when the dealer configured the car, but they are not on the final order sheet. My dealer is looking into it. I hope a forum member can help.
Do you have a if number? If so, check on this site https://mb.vin/

It details all the packages and features on your car if it is already built. That way you can verify that it has everything you had wanted.

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Old Jul 17, 2024 | 02:57 PM
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No VIN yet. Build date is scheduled for the end of August. I do have ventilated seats (code 401). The description of the ventilated seats on the MBUSA configuration site describes them as including heated seats:

Ventilated seats are a luxury you'll soon consider a necessity. Three levels of heating and cooling ventilation are offered. By gently circulating air through perforations in the seat and backrest, ventilated seats can help keep you cooler and your clothes drier during warmer months. Reversible fans can help draw heat away for brief periods. On cold or damp days, using both the ventilation and heating together can circulate the seat heating more quickly, to help keep you warm and dry.l
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Old Jul 17, 2024 | 03:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Mayur999
Do you have a if number? If so, check on this site https://mb.vin/

It details all the packages and features on your car if it is already built. That way you can verify that it has everything you had wanted.
Vehicle might be too new to show up there.
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Old Jul 22, 2024 | 10:35 AM
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Originally Posted by BenzC400
Could anyone with a CLE 53 please check for heated seats on your final order sheet? This is the one with the standard and option codes listed along with a purchase order number. Heated seats are supposed to be standard, but they are not listed on my order sheet with all the other standard and optional items. The heated seats were listed when the dealer configured the car, but they are not on the final order sheet. My dealer is looking into it. I hope a forum member can help.
"Power Heated Front Seats w/Lumbar Support" are a standard option on my sheet.
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Old Jul 22, 2024 | 01:52 PM
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Originally Posted by W205C43PFL
It has to do with the optional dashcam, the footage is saved on an external storage device sold separately and it doesn't automatically activate next ignition start and I heard it doesn't record sound, it was 720P if I recalled correctly.
There is a setting where it reactivates recording at ignition. So that is not a problem. If I remember I will look at the settings in my C43 as it is the same platform as the CLE and update.

As for the sound and video quality I believe you are correct. Definitely correct about no audio and most likely correct about the 720p quality.
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Old Jul 22, 2024 | 04:54 PM
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If it's anything like some other models, You will have a one time purchase to unlock the feature. Typically at exactly the same cost as it would have been to build the car with it.
The car has to have Augmented reality for the dashcam to work. It’s a special separate camera. If you don’t have augmented reality, no dashcam.
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Old Jul 22, 2024 | 07:18 PM
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Originally Posted by shadi150
There is a setting where it reactivates recording at ignition. So that is not a problem. If I remember I will look at the settings in my C43 as it is the same platform as the CLE and update.

As for the sound and video quality I believe you are correct. Definitely correct about no audio and most likely correct about the 720p quality.
Interesting, they rolled an update? Good to hear because last I checked (but that was over 6 months ago) they needs you to turn on the recording every time you turn on the engine to have it recording on the W206.
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Old Jul 22, 2024 | 08:00 PM
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Interesting, they rolled an update? Good to hear because last I checked (but that was over 6 months ago) they needs you to turn on the recording every time you turn on the engine to have it recording on the W206.
Nope, it wasn’t an update. I’ve had my car since June 2023 (just hit a year, yay lol) and I always had the setting turned on to where it auto records. You go to the settings after pressing on the dash cam app then toggle it on.

I just went out to my car to take a picture, a very crappy picture, of it to show it to you since I forgot to earlier. You’re welcome 😂

Edit: Also idk where you’re from, but it’s very much likely that it may be a privacy issue if you live in Europe as to why it doesn’t auto record. I’m in the US and we have no rights, so we can definitely auto record hahahahah.




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Old Jul 22, 2024 | 09:12 PM
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Originally Posted by shadi150
Nope, it wasn’t an update. I’ve had my car since June 2023 (just hit a year, yay lol) and I always had the setting turned on to where it auto records. You go to the settings after pressing on the dash cam app then toggle it on.

I just went out to my car to take a picture, a very crappy picture, of it to show it to you since I forgot to earlier. You’re welcome 😂

Edit: Also idk where you’re from, but it’s very much likely that it may be a privacy issue if you live in Europe as to why it doesn’t auto record. I’m in the US and we have no rights, so we can definitely auto record hahahahah.

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Old Jul 23, 2024 | 06:13 PM
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Do you know if the digital key is an option through the settings anywhere? I didn't see it in the CLE owners manual but I know it's on the E-Class. Just figured it would be avail through the settings somewhere since it's the newest MBUX.
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