Bought Dealer E300 Loaner and hate driving it
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Joined: Mar 2018
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From: Northern Virginia
E400
I might be going off topic, but here is my story. I had a E300 loaner.go
I had the car for three days and on the third day was an hour plus away from the dealership. They service advisor called and asked if I could come in with the car as they had sold it. When I arrived, the new owner was there. He had purchased the car sight unseen and was going to drive for Uber with it. He did not car about mileage, ride, or any of the issues you have raised. I think the loaner to owner program at my dealership is aimed at people like him.
I had the car for three days and on the third day was an hour plus away from the dealership. They service advisor called and asked if I could come in with the car as they had sold it. When I arrived, the new owner was there. He had purchased the car sight unseen and was going to drive for Uber with it. He did not car about mileage, ride, or any of the issues you have raised. I think the loaner to owner program at my dealership is aimed at people like him.
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Joined: Oct 2018
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2017 E300
Thanks to everyone that responded, those were thoughtful and valid suggestions. I have an appointment to take the car in Monday morning before I head to the airport, so I will start implementing some of those ideas. In the spirit of completeness, I will update the thread in a few days, should there be any relevant progress of interest..
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From: Northern NJ
2015 E550 Coupe
I might be going off topic, but here is my story. I had a E300 loaner.go
I had the car for three days and on the third day was an hour plus away from the dealership. They service advisor called and asked if I could come in with the car as they had sold it. When I arrived, the new owner was there. He had purchased the car sight unseen and was going to drive for Uber with it. He did not car about mileage, ride, or any of the issues you have raised. I think the loaner to owner program at my dealership is aimed at people like him.
I had the car for three days and on the third day was an hour plus away from the dealership. They service advisor called and asked if I could come in with the car as they had sold it. When I arrived, the new owner was there. He had purchased the car sight unseen and was going to drive for Uber with it. He did not car about mileage, ride, or any of the issues you have raised. I think the loaner to owner program at my dealership is aimed at people like him.
Someone should really try to keep track of the VIN numbers of cars like this one you speak of, so when the next owner of these cars starts posting on these forums about how many problems the car has, we can at least tell them a bit of history on their "great bargsins".
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2019 E 450, 2016 E350 4matic (retired), 2018 Ford Edge Sport, 2008 Porsche Boxster
Again just my $.02:
Mercedes dealers are looking for late models with low mileage.
I predict that this uber Mercedes will never see another Mercedes dealership: In a few year it will probably have over 100,000 miles on it and in 5 years over 200,000 miles. Whatever minimal service will be done outside of Mercedes. No Mercedes dealer will be interested in any Mercedes with that kind of mileage and lack of service records..
Mercedes dealers are looking for late models with low mileage.
I predict that this uber Mercedes will never see another Mercedes dealership: In a few year it will probably have over 100,000 miles on it and in 5 years over 200,000 miles. Whatever minimal service will be done outside of Mercedes. No Mercedes dealer will be interested in any Mercedes with that kind of mileage and lack of service records..
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2008 E350 4Matic, 2011 E350 4matic
Again just my $.02:
Mercedes dealers are looking for late models with low mileage.
I predict that this uber Mercedes will never see another Mercedes dealership: In a few year it will probably have over 100,000 miles on it and in 5 years over 200,000 miles. Whatever minimal service will be done outside of Mercedes. No Mercedes dealer will be interested in any Mercedes with that kind of mileage and lack of service records..
Mercedes dealers are looking for late models with low mileage.
I predict that this uber Mercedes will never see another Mercedes dealership: In a few year it will probably have over 100,000 miles on it and in 5 years over 200,000 miles. Whatever minimal service will be done outside of Mercedes. No Mercedes dealer will be interested in any Mercedes with that kind of mileage and lack of service records..
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From: Laguna Beach, CA
2024 E 350
I have a 2018 E300 and experienced the same problem you mentioned where when you slow down to about 20 mph and step on the gas you feel that "nothingness" for about 2 seconds and then it goes. I took it to the dealer and got the same answer you did where they couldn't find what the problem was. At the same time they said they will do a software "reset" and to let them know if that did anything. That reset actually took away that hesitation completely.
Otherwise this is a really nice car and I really feel secure driving it.
Otherwise this is a really nice car and I really feel secure driving it.
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2018 E300
I complete agree with your driving reactions. I was completely astounded when I drove the C300 loaner and noticed that the cars throttle response, sound and general swiftness was a 100% better. Having driven other 4-cyl luxo sedans this was a disappointment.
On to handling, is it just me or do the front tires lack serious grip and the suspension articulation over bumps?
#complaintsofaperformacecarguy #passthecarontowifey
On to handling, is it just me or do the front tires lack serious grip and the suspension articulation over bumps?
#complaintsofaperformacecarguy #passthecarontowifey
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From: Laguna Beach, CA
2024 E 350
The problem with that is that it uses more gas......
The thing is if you got the car after someone else drove for a while it'll try to adjust to that person's driving habits. My car only had 3 miles on it when I got it and it had the same problem you had, but after the reset to default my problem disappeared in all modes. You might want to consider asking the dealer to reset it for you....
Alan.
The thing is if you got the car after someone else drove for a while it'll try to adjust to that person's driving habits. My car only had 3 miles on it when I got it and it had the same problem you had, but after the reset to default my problem disappeared in all modes. You might want to consider asking the dealer to reset it for you....
Alan.
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From: South MS
2017 E300 Sport, 2017 GLC300 Sport/Night
Here are the issues...shifting in low gears is rough and a little awkward. Anything under 30 MPH seems anything but smooth, but I can't tell if that comes with a 4 cylinder turbo powering a heavier car or if something is wrong. In Comfort, it's enough I feel every shift, but Sport is way worse. I only use Sport now if I want tighter suspension. Coming up to a stop sign and taking your foot off the accelerator, the downshift is hard and violent enough I feel myself propelled forward. Reviews had the transmission described as "seamless", but it is anything but. Nothing feels smooth even driving through my neighborhood.
Best of luck to you!
