2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Consumer Discussions

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Lease Questions

• Re: 2011 Mercedes C-300 Sport March 2011 lease rate [lahinch101]

  Written by: ardentaras on Mar 15, 2011 6:24:49 PM

  No. Go out and buy a 2008 C300 sport,45,000 miles, same car, for $23,000, add an extended warranty for $3000, total 26,000. You are paying $19,180 to lease the new one, and you have nothing in three years. Sell the 2008 C class in three years, get about $16,000 for it, sell the remainder of the extended warranty back to Mercedes for around $800, and you get $16,800 in three years. ... Read More

Entry Level Luxury Performance Sedans

• Re: Trying to decide.... TL? G37? other? [kirstie_h]

  Written by: plekto on Nov 5, 2010 12:42:52 PM

  I could have sworn that I also pointed that out before as well. :P Why lease when you can own it for the same money a year or two older? Everyone that I know who has done this instead has had a lot less stress and worries as well, because there's no issues with mileage, wear, or other idiocy that they make you go through with a typical lease. And the ... Read More

• Re: Trying to decide.... TL? G37? other? [dap2006]

  Written by: plekto on Oct 30, 2010 12:49:39 PM

  I will mention, though, that the new CTS is worlds better than anything Mazda makes. It's positioned in Europe as a BMW 5 series competitor at a lot less money. My parents just went through this exact same scenario. And had it down to the same models are you are looking at. And the CTS just simply was a superior product to the Infiniti. The only vehicle that gave it serious ... Read More

• TL transmission/brake pad issue

  Written by: ctl on Aug 23, 2010 2:07:20 PM

  A potential TL buyer here. I would think the TL auto trans. issue is history by now, after all, they have been on the same 5 speed all these time! one would think... I wish for the new 6 speed but is a bit worried, almost everyone (benz 7, infiniti 7, toyota 6, has had issue with their newer version of auto trans when it first came out. Funny all the ... Read More

Mercedes-Benz C230 Problems and Repairs

• rattling doors

  Written by: speedshift on Jul 8, 2009 5:33:15 PM

  Just wondering if anyone who owns the latest generation C has has a problem with the rear doors continually rattling. My 2008 C300 has had rattles and clunks from the rear passenger compartment since day one. At first I thought it was maybe the headrests. I mentioned it when I brought the car in for service, and the Mercedes mechanic wrote on the workorder that he'd "adjusted" and "lubed" the rear ... Read More

Mercedes Benz C-Class Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: c350 [sburmo]

  Written by: storm10 on Jan 18, 2010 11:33:10 AM

  2008 is a 2 year old model, I think you can buy 2008 E350 close to this price and it's much better car. Also if you finance 2010 C350 - you can get as low as 1.9% APR, but 2008 model should get aprox. 6-7% APR. So if you finance - you will spend about the same amount over the term of financing. Original warranty is 4 years or 50,000 miles, ... Read More

2008 Mercedes Benz C300

• What kind of oil to use

  Written by: jayne1958 on Jan 17, 2010 8:24:10 AM

  I was looking up my B1 service in the owners manual. I own a 2008 C 300. ..of course they do not mention the "type of oil to use. I want to change my oil myself! Does anyone know what kind of oil to use?...seems as though it is some kind of "secret" in order to lure you into Mercedes service, so they can charge you an arm and a leg. ... Read More

2002 MB C240 vs 2004 Jaguar X-Type

• Re: 2002 MB C240 vs 2004 Jaguar X-Type [danmartinez1]

  Written by: nace818 on Oct 27, 2009 1:22:18 PM

  I can only tell you what I have read in many car mags, the Jags are notorious for electrical problems, even new ones. I just bought a 2008 C300 and I just love it. So in my opinion, go for the Benz. Good luck.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Lease Questions

• Need Advice Quickly On A Lease

  Written by: sfpacific on Jun 19, 2009 5:44:29 AM

  Hello all - I'm new to Edmunds and need advice. I currently have a 2008 CLK 350 cabriolet whose lease is ending in 6 months. Looking at a MB C 300 sport sedan on a lease - I was quoted a net price (including taxes) of $679 from SF Mercedes Benz with nothing down for 36 months and I would walk away from my current car. Milage restriction is 7500 miles ... Read More

Mercedes-Benz C-300 2008+

• Re: mercedes Vs cadillac CTS [jthemba]

  Written by: cville3637 on May 14, 2009 2:30:30 PM

  I just bought a 2008 Mercedes Benz C300. It is awesome. If you get the 5 year 100,000 warranty you are covered. MB is top of the line. Anybody can drive a cadillac.

2008 Mercedes Benz C300

• 2008 Mercedes Benz C300

  Written by: cville3637 on May 14, 2009 2:23:10 PM

  I own one of these bad boys. Let's talk. If you love youre car like I do.

• I just bought a mercedes in houston. Alex Rodrigeuz Mercedes in leaguecity

  Written by: cville3637 on May 14, 2009 2:20:07 PM

  I would like to know anybody that has bought from this same dealer and how is your experienc. The car I purchased is a 2008 Mercedes Benz C300 with all the features. Let me know?

• 2008 Mercedes Benz C300 Does the dealer cover paint fixes?

  Written by: cville3637 on May 14, 2009 2:10:01 PM

  I bought a 2008 Mercedes Benz C300 and I want to know if the dealer warranty covers paint chips on the car.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Lease Questions

• Re: Incentives [luka67]

  Written by: Car_man on Mar 2, 2009 4:34:02 AM

  Hi Luk. Mercedes was providing dealer cash on leftover 2008 C-Class models, but it does not have any cash on 2009 models right now. Mercedes is currently providing 2.9% to 3.9% financing or a special lease program on the '09 C-Class. It does have some cash on the 2009 E-Class though. It is currently providing 2.9% to 3..9% financing plus a whopping $6,000 dealer cash or special lease money factors plus ... Read More

Mercedes Benz C-Class Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2005 C240 Used Car Buying Experience

  Written by: MA_Driver on Jan 19, 2009 1:09:26 PM

  I wanted to share a recent experience in trying to buy a used Mercedes C-class, and am also interested what other reader experiences have been. In December 2008, I started actively looking for a 2005 MB C240 4Matic. I got financing through my bank and started to visit used car dealerships in the Boston area. Being the end of the year (was after Xmas), I assumed dealers may be in a ... Read More

Mercedes-Benz C-300 2008+

• Help! Mercedes C300 brake and random parking brake light issues

  Written by: MBva on Jan 14, 2009 6:30:18 PM

  1. Normally when we brake, the car slows down and eventually stops. However, when we lift our foot off the brake slightly, the car accelerates faster instead of slowing down after driving for 20-30 min. This has happened on a few occasions and is unacceptable. My husband and I get anxiety when we drive because of this issue. It's unsafe and if we are ever behind a car when this happens, ... Read More

• Re: All-time oil change question. [jrct9454]

  Written by: omerjr59 on Jan 14, 2009 10:27:40 AM

  I own a 2008 C300 4matic Sport....the manual states that you "DO NOT" rotate tires if your vehicle is AWD. As for the oil change, its Mobil 1 a "synthetic" oil, when does Mobil recommend you change oil? My Benz is 14 months old and I have yet to break 5,000 miles. Do miles come before the 1 year time frame? Synthetic oils do not break down as fast as standard ... Read More

Mercedes Benz C-Class Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Question C350 2008 [denebj]

  Written by: smrtdude on Dec 21, 2008 4:17:21 AM

  10k off MSRP could be a feat. I got 5k off from MSRP (on a 2009) and it was like pulling teeth for weeks. It almost appeared to me that additional incentives from Mercedes may be needed for the dealer to bring it down further. Who knows, that may be coming up due to weakening economy. Not sure about your area, I couldn't find a 2008 C-class in DC Metro area. ... Read More

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Lease Questions

• 2009 C Class Lease with Navigation

  Written by: leeinla on Dec 18, 2008 12:12:49 AM

  Dec 17, 2008 Talked to a dealer today and I said the following: $2500 down for 09 MB C class with navigation for 36 months/12K miles annually, $375 a month. He said I am almost there. I need a payment less than $400 a month. I am in the Southern CA area. Am I dreaming or am I realistic? I have tier one credit? Should I wait for car sales to ... Read More

Mercedes-Benz C-300 2008+

• Re: fuel [lewis3]

  Written by: be325 on Nov 25, 2008 8:58:19 AM

  We used regular .... yes ..regular for 4 years in our E and for almost a year (since 12/22/2007) ...regular in our 2008 C-300 Lux. No problems of any kind. When we went some years ago (from Florida) to North Carolina, we experimented first with regular (and when the tank was almost empty), we put midgrade. Then we filled up with premium. We didn't notice any difference. Again....WE didn't notice any ... Read More

Mercedes Benz C-Class Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: NOVA/DC Price for 2009 C300 Sport+ Pkg1 + Multimedia [aseelee1]

  Written by: smrtdude on Nov 19, 2008 10:39:53 AM

  Searching the net on MB employee pricing, there seem to be two groups - one group gets 12.5% and the other 25%. The price quoted to me was more like 10.5% off on MSRP. Then the recent price increase is $800 for c300 4matic sport. It is not in thousands. Mercedes C-Class October sales dropped by 40% and E-class by 50%. Read more here: http://www.forbes.com/feeds/ap/2008/11/03/ap5639955.html I think there will be more ... Read More

• Re: NOVA/DC Price for 2009 C300 Sport+ Pkg1 + Multimedia [smrtdude]

  Written by: aseelee1 on Nov 19, 2008 10:14:17 AM

  Yeah. I've also got a price around that quotation too. Not sure if its because of an "Employee Pricing". I think that could be a sales pitch. Also, I think you have to consider there's word out that after Oct 1, 2008, Mercedes would increase their prices. So we maybe getting one that was on the lot before Oct 1st which I don't mind/care at all as long as its a ... Read More

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Lease Questions

• Lease buy back option

  Written by: halcut on Oct 13, 2008 8:58:38 AM

  Hi guys, I was wondering if all you experts can help and share your thoughts on this for me...would really appreciate it. I have a Benz 2005 c230 kompressor on a 3 yr lease with Ray Catena, NJ which expires on Nov 2008. My buy out option price reads 21.5k including taxes, my Benz has only 25,000 miles used on it and is very well taken care off...what are your suggestions ... Read More

Mercedes Benz C-Class Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2008 C300 4MATIC [allenj]

  Written by: coolbuddy on Sep 25, 2008 12:09:38 PM

  You can do better..coz from my dealer Mercedes is offering the dealers $3k to $4k refund to get rid of 2008. I am also looking for the same car.. Plz keep me posted on the best offer u get and I will do like wise..

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Real World MPG

• Re: Mercedes-Benz C-Class: MPG-Real World Numbers [pf_flyer]

  Written by: ajay747 on Sep 21, 2008 8:49:13 PM

  I am new to the board and interested in a 2009 Sport with the new 7 speed auto. Does anyone have any MPGs on the 2008 or 2009 (either automatic)? Thanks for all the good comments on this forum.

Mercedes-Benz C-300 2008+

• voice command on 2008 c300 to telephone so equipped

  Written by: papadoc33 on Sep 5, 2008 8:21:14 AM

  CAN ANY ONE TELL ME HOW TO USE THE VOICE COMMAND TO DIAL NUMBERS ON MY PAIRED RAZR PHONE THAT IS ABLE TO DO IT NORMALLY MERCEDES IS NO HELP.

Mercedes Benz C-Class Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2008 350 [nami13]

  Written by: kyfdx on Aug 27, 2008 8:20:32 PM

  It sure sounds like they are giving you the run-around.. They said you'd ingested water... but, your insurance adjuster said there was no evidence of that... Now, it sounds like they are sticking with that story.. You should call MB USA to see if they can help you... I'd do it ASAP. If you don't get satisfaction there, start looking for a lawyer... $9K is a lot of money!! Also, please ... Read More

• Re: 2008 350 [mb_cult]

  Written by: nami13 on Aug 27, 2008 6:46:56 PM

  We have a C240 4WD for 4 years now. It worked like a dream until recently. On 8/11 it stalled and gave up and my dh had to be towed to the dealer. On 8/13 the dealer said that the catalytic converter had to be changed which they did and it was covered by the manufacturer's warranty. The same night as we were driving home we heard a knocking noise and ... Read More

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Bluetooth

• post moved

  Written by: pat on Aug 20, 2008 10:49:16 AM

  here's the link: jcf4, "Mercedes-Benz C-Class Tires and Wheels" #3, 20 Aug 2008 10:42 am.

Mercedes-Benz C-300 2008+

• MF and Residuals C-300

  Written by: madd66 on Aug 15, 2008 9:39:24 PM

  Hey, for those out there wondering about the MF and residual (like I was) on the 2009 models I found the following on MB world discussions (http://forums.mbworld.org/forums/showthread.php?t=256606)...not the greatest deals but better than what the dealership in DFW quoted me today (for a 2008 models - honestly how are they going to clear out their inventory with MF rates at .0045)? 2009 Mercedes C300 Luxury 24 Month – Residual 67% of ... Read More

• Fixing faulty door-locks buttons.

  Written by: be325 on Jul 29, 2008 8:54:02 AM

  I mentioned some time ago that we lost the plastic door-lock knob (2008 C-300). Service at Mercedes told me that there will be no charge for the service (to re-install the button). Apparently this is a bigger job than I thought because they want to keep our car all day. I remember that one of the person on the forum wrote that the dealer replaced the whole system due to known ... Read More

Mercedes Benz C-Class Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Hunting a C300 Sport [carabel]

  Written by: veesesh on May 20, 2008 12:42:38 PM

  I am planning to get a new 2008 Mercedes C-300 Sport Sedan 4-MATIC with premium P1 package. I would like to know whether the one you got is 4-MATIC. Thanks, Sesh

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Lease Questions

• c350 sport

  Written by: ghstudio on Jun 12, 2008 4:12:07 PM

  I think the C's are moving at the current prices/deals so I'm not sure they will be better in a month. As far as cars coming in Sept/Oct...they are in build now...a dealer hasn't been able to order a 2008 for over a month now. They will arrive in the US next month and unless Mercedes holds them in their storage areas, they will move right out to dealers...so Sept is ... Read More

• Duration of Lease = a significant factor?

  Written by: srvlonghorn on Jun 11, 2008 8:06:30 PM

  Over the phone, I mentioned that I would prefer a 36month lease, a salesman from a reputable Mercedes dealership told me that to lease the C300 Sport for anything more than the advertised 27month lease would be "substantially higher" in cost. Are they playing hardball? What is their angle? Also, they won't say squat about the 2009s, I presume they want to get rid of all the 2008s. However, I would ... Read More

• Lease MF/Residuals not too good on C

  Written by: ghstudio on May 29, 2008 10:50:45 AM

  With the 2009 C's going into build, why isn't Mercedes blowing out the 2008's with great lease deals? The lease on the C is pretty unexciting....

Article Comments - Comparison Test: 2007-2008 Sport Sedans

• Re: I did the homework/analysis for you [nizzo]

  Written by: drtravel on Apr 1, 2008 5:43:36 PM

  Here are the pertinent sales figures for the first quarter of 2008: BMW 3-Series 27,013 Infiniti G 18,932 Mercedes C-Class 17,141 Lexus IS 11,966 The BMW numbers include the sedans, coupes, conv and wagons

Entry Level Luxury Performance Sedans

• Re: Don't buy foreign cars! [shipo]

  Written by: jpstax1 on Mar 17, 2008 9:28:52 PM

  The LaX Super IS categorized as a "luxury performance sedan". And it IS head and shoulders above any other 2008 Buick LaX. However, a Caddy, Lexus, BMW, or Mercedes it is not. But, it's a great performance sedan at a bargain price, with a lot of the same equipment and amenities found in higher priced sedans: http://www.edmunds.com/new/2008/buick/lacrosse/100900863/researchlanding.html

Mercedes-Benz C-300 European Delivery

• 2009 C300 Sports Availability

  Written by: kengaroo on Mar 6, 2008 7:55:32 PM

  Does anyone know when Mercedes let you order the 2009 for the European delivery? I would like to take delivery toward the end of August and I was hoping it could be a 2009 model. Otherwise it would defeat the purpose of the discounted European Delivery because by the time the cars arrives in the US, the 2008 model would be on clearance sale.

2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

• Re: 2009 C-Class - Paddle Shifters? [hunter312]

  Written by: omerjr59 on Feb 27, 2008 7:14:17 AM

  I don't believe that would be a classy decision for MB. I like the shifter now, its simple and clean. My idea of performance is more of power & handling...less so on bells and whistles. I did howeever convey my opinion on a recent research call from Mercedes, they'd asked me what I thought could be improved. I told them moving the seat controls to the door panel (w/memory); a left ... Read More

Mercedes Benz C-Class Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Need help on 2008 C 300 pricing. [choppe01]

  Written by: ocautoseeker on Feb 14, 2008 10:46:54 PM

  Not sure which model you were looking for, so I posted all the c-class numbers for this month... 2008 Mercedes C300 Luxury 24 Month – Residual 66% of MSRP – .00275 36 Month – Residual 57% of MSRP – .00255 48 Month – Residual 48% of MSRP – .00255 60 Month – Residual 43% of MSRP – .00330 2008 Mercedes C300 Luxury 4matic 24 Month – Residual 66% of MSRP – ... Read More

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Aftermarket Upgrades

• Re: Mercedes 2008 C300 aftermaket Upgrades [electrician]

  Written by: ferrari812 on Jan 28, 2008 5:19:57 AM

  Look at Renntech's website in a few months they'll have a lot of upgrades.

Mercedes-Benz C-300 2008+

• Re: MB-C300 Sport: Issue with brakes at 1500 miles [rlm51]

  Written by: summervacation on Jan 23, 2008 10:38:10 AM

  This story sounds oh so familiar. Bought a 2008 C300 Luxury late November 2007. Within two weeks heard squeaking - took it to dealer, said they heard the squeak and fixed it. A week later, squeak was back, took it back to the dealer. Said they heard squeak again and fixed it. Two weeks later, squeak is back for the third time - dealer once again said they heard it, and ... Read More

• Should I Buy

  Written by: skybirt on Nov 10, 2007 5:43:18 PM

  I am considering purchasing a 2008 C300. This will be my first Mercedes. Is there a reason that I should not buy this vehicle (I am also considering a Lexus RX350)?

Entry Level Luxury Performance Sedans

• LS400 / Q45

  Written by: habitat1 on Jan 9, 2008 3:54:46 PM

  Back when the Lexus LS400 and Infiniti Q45 first came out, I was working for a Fortune 500 company and every other VP and SVP started looking at them. Some of it was the better price/value they offered, but at least as much of it was the fear of expensive repairs and maintenace headaches. Lexus gave very good luxury- albeit in a boring to drive chassis - with Toyota like dependability. ... Read More

Article Comments - Comparison Test: 2007-2008 Sport Sedans

• I did the homework/analysis for you

  Written by: nizzo on Jan 8, 2008 8:24:12 PM

  Ok first of all, to avoid being called a fanboi and all that, I remind you and point out clearly that it was the G35 that won the #1 spot in the test. Well, the reality is, it depends on your priorities, simple as that. Right? And just to make sure everyone is on the same page, I also remind you that every car in the test was with an auto. ... Read More

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Aftermarket Upgrades

• Re: Mercedes 2008 C300 aftermaket Upgrades [electrician]

  Written by: hfontai on Jan 2, 2008 11:50:25 AM

  Yeah.. i have a solution that works for you.. i just installed the DVD bypass switch to watch DVD's while in motion.. its from www.mbdoctor.com and they have a solution that works.... to activate the switch you have to hold the hang up phone feature on the steering wheel and it will activate it on/off. there are a couple of things to keep in mind... 1) MAKE SURE TO DISCONNECT YOUR ... Read More

Best New Luxury Car - 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

• Re: Best New Luxury Car - 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class [surface]

  Written by: surface on Dec 13, 2007 2:22:55 AM

  When you click on the above link, be sure to then click on the "skip intro" to be taken direct to the article.

• Best New Luxury Car - 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

  Written by: surface on Dec 12, 2007 1:08:40 AM

  The Mercedes-Benz 2008 C-Class wins Best New Luxury Car Award in Canada (AJAC)... See Dec. 4th article @ http://www.tmcnet.com/usubmit/2007/12/04/3141379.htm Note the base price mentioned in the article! No wonder they get keyless go, memory steering wheel, memory seats & mirrors... they be paying for it! (-and then some, considering that the Canadian "dollar" is now worth more than the U.S. "dollar") One of the reasons we jumped on buying one here, ... Read More

Article Comments - Comparison Test: 2007-2008 Sport Sedans

• Re: 2008 Motor Trend Car Of The Year... [vic10]

  Written by: roadburner on Nov 23, 2007 9:27:30 PM

  The mystique of the reliable MB or BMW is just that. And that opinion would be based on owning how many BMWs and Mercedes? I would imagine if you took a 150,000 mile BMW and compared it's maintenance cost to a 150,000 mile Caddy or Lincoln, the difference would buy a nice Harley to drive on weekends And you know that to be a fact because??? The last two BMWs that ... Read More

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Lease Questions

• Lease info. please?

  Written by: niclaf77 on Nov 29, 2007 10:57:02 AM

  carman: i am considering leasing a 2008 mercedes c300 - automatic with leather and maybe premium package. i am due to turn in my audi a4 by mid december. looking for some figures but am a little concerned with that outrageous money factor which hopefully will go down for december. i am also considering another a4, and a bmw x3. - i live in NJ - looking to lease for anywhere ... Read More

Article Comments - Comparison Test: 2007-2008 Sport Sedans

• Re: 2008 Motor Trend Car Of The Year... [sevenfeet0]

  Written by: drtravel on Nov 20, 2007 9:12:50 AM

  The Mercedes C350 Sport was also a COTY contender this year - didn't fare as well as the CTS.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Lease Questions

• Re: California Lease Deals? [jaxs1]

  Written by: drtravel on Nov 18, 2007 9:16:36 PM

  Reading past posts, it sounds like there is no lease support on the 2008s and the deals are pretty wretched and comparable to or more expensive than deals you can get on an E or 5 series BMW. Wouldn't expect any good lease deals until the supply-demand imbalance changes. Poor lease deals are also an issue with every new redesign - wait for 6 months or so and then check them ... Read More

Entry Level Luxury Performance Sedans

• Re: Stop Bellyaching on Pricing [tayl0rd]

  Written by: circlew on Nov 16, 2007 12:11:12 PM

  Not compared to a $63K Escalade with Luxo Pkg. Now that's an over priced Tahoe if I've ever saw one. I do think they finally got a good trifecta in the Lamda triplets. Too bad they are playing the short-supply game. Is BMW expensive? Yes. So is Mercedes. Overpriced? No problem. Stay with GM and get 3rd rate steel. I gladly paid the extra $ in 2006 'cause I sick of ... Read More

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Bluetooth

• Re: Mercedes 2008 Class: Bluetooth [dasche]

  Written by: bmw_bayarea on Nov 14, 2007 6:45:57 PM

  I have the same problem. Took lots of effort, and time, to pair the Motorola phone to the Bluetooth system. But, download does not work. Feedback will be appreciated. Thanks.

Mercedes-Benz C-300 European Delivery

• Mercedes Benz European Delivery

  Written by: mbdick on Nov 12, 2007 1:59:16 PM

  My wife and I took European Delivery in late September 2007 on a 2008 E320 Blutec, drove about 1500 miles through Austria, Switzerland, Italy and France before dropping the car in Nice for shipment to Jacksonville. The delivery process was wonderful - friendly, smooth as silk and full of creature comforts. MB really took care of us. There are a lot of posts about whether this is a money-saving measure. It ... Read More

Mercedes-Benz C-300 2008+

• press request

  Written by: kirstie_h on Oct 31, 2007 10:10:40 AM

  A reporter seeks to talk with an African-American woman who owns and loves a 2007 or 2008 Mercedes-Benz. Please send your city and state of residence and make and model of your vehicle to jfallon@edmunds.com no later than Tuesday, November 6, 2007.

2008 Mercedes-Benz C Class Pros and Cons

• Re: Pros & Cons Re: 2008 C Class [falvor88]

  Written by: mbc300 on Oct 29, 2007 8:18:17 AM

  Can someone confirm if passenger side tilting mirrors are included in the 2008 C class? I can't seem to find anything on this feature on the mbusa website. falvor88, you mentioned you are getting the parktronic feature installed. How much did this feature cost and which model benz do you own? I presume its available for the C300 or C350?

Mercedes Benz C-Class Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: [ASK]C300 2008 pricing. [faeuy]

  Written by: rfbkid on Oct 24, 2007 5:49:39 AM

  I got a price quote on a C300 Sport AWD with premium 1, multimedia, automatic transmission, pano sunroof, palladium silver, ipod, but no leather for 40,000. MSRP was 41,685 I was told that was a good deal (by friends), but i am still not sure... they are pushing me to lease. the only flaw i hear in the multimedia is that benz doesnt provide navigation updates. as such, if you plan ... Read More

• Perks

  Written by: jurisdr on Oct 9, 2007 10:16:41 PM

  This may belong on another forum. However, since were discussing purchases I thought I'd mention Saks First members (Saks Fifth Avenue Credit Card or World Elite Visa) are eligible to receive a $1000 Saks gift card w/a qualifying new Mercedes purchase or lease between January 1, 2007 and January 2, 2008. Both 2007/2008 C-Class qualify. See the term and conditions via the link below: https://www.saksfifthavenue.com/SaksFirst/mercedes.jsp?ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=14- 08474399545537&bmUID=1191991762515

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Bluetooth

• Mercedes 2008 Class: Bluetooth

  Written by: dasche on Oct 4, 2007 12:30:34 PM

  Has anyone been able to load your cell phone address book into the bluetooth. I have a Razor phone & can't find a way to upload the addresses etc. Any solutions would be appreciated. Thanks.

Mercedes Benz C-Class Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2008 C-Class Test Drive- Take An Airsick Bag [amixam]

  Written by: sofakingcool on Oct 3, 2007 10:57:43 AM

  This is in response to the following: "I alternated between comfort and sport suspension modes,but the result was the same." This new (nor old) C class does not have a comfort or sport SUSPENSION mode. It does have an option to put the transmission in comfort or sport mode. Comfort mode starts the transmission in second gear, sport mode in first gear. I have not driven the new '08 C class, ... Read More

• 2008 C-Class Test Drive- Take An Airsick Bag

  Written by: amixam on Oct 1, 2007 2:18:40 PM

  I test drove a 350 C-Class Sport last weekend on the highway and city streets. Honestly, this thing rode and bounced like the shocks needed to be replaced!!! My expectation of a Benz's ride is smoother than a BMW, but still sporty. I took it on city streets and the interstate for a good 20 minutes. I sped up and I did the speed limit. I alternated between comfort and sport ... Read More

• Re: are people paying MSRP for 2008 c300? [mhalliday]

  Written by: vinnyny on Oct 1, 2007 8:33:25 AM

  It seems that MB dealers are not only getting full sticker for these cars, but they're making you wait your turn to get one. My local dealers wouldn't let me buy the car on the lot because they didn't have another one to replace it (and wouldn't have been able to do test drives for pre-sales). Personally, I'd wait a few months for the hoopla to die down. Give it to ... Read More

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Aftermarket Upgrades

• Re: Mercedes 2008 C300 aftermaket Upgrades [electrician]

  Written by: rapidjumper on Sep 27, 2007 11:47:48 AM

  There is not but one Capital Crime..... it is stupidity... more people die from it than any other crime...... And please don't drive in my neighborhood either Guess we will be reading about you in the next Darwin Awards!

Entry Level Luxury Performance Sedans

• Re: Disappointed by 2008 CTS [habitat1]

  Written by: plekto on Sep 21, 2007 8:22:05 AM

  Wow. There's just no way to make people here happy. I guess it's expected, this being an online forum. Gripe forever about the old model and then the new one... gosh, it's Gripe some more about minor things. Doesn't have bluetooth? Let's bring it in an get the demons exorcised. The sunshade isn't opaque enough? The fact that it's exactly like half a dozen other makers panoramic sunroofs is immaterial. Let's ... Read More

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Aftermarket Upgrades

• Re: Mercedes 2008 C300 aftermaket Upgrades [electrician]

  Written by: pat on Sep 23, 2007 9:40:08 AM

  If you are going to watch DVDs while driving please don't drive in my neighborhood.

• Mercedes 2008 C300 aftermaket Upgrades

  Written by: electrician on Sep 22, 2007 7:23:13 AM

  Hey guys , i am starting this thread to help everyone mod their new 08 C class. I myself am trying to find a piece to override the break so i can watch my dvd while the car is moving. and ideas and inputs on this matter will help

2008 Mercedes-Benz C Class Pros and Cons

• Product specialist in Georgia

  Written by: oberpfallz on Sep 21, 2007 6:43:30 PM

  Hello all, I used to be a Product specialist for BMW but just switched to Mercedes. Any questions regarding the New 2008 C or any of the other models, please feel free to direct to me. I can also answer availability concerns in the North Georgia Area starting October 1 2007.. I used to post on the boards as KandG and have written stuff in the LR3 forums, 300zx z32, and ... Read More

Mercedes-Benz C-300 2008+

• Product specialist in Georgia

  Written by: oberpfallz on Sep 21, 2007 6:41:45 PM

  Hello all, I used to be a Product specialist for BMW but just switched to Mercedes. Any questions regarding the New 2008 C or any of the other models, please feel free to direct to me. I can also answer availability concerns in the North Georgia Area starting October 1 2007.. I used to post on the boards as KandG and have written stuff in the LR3 forums, 300zx z32, and ... Read More

Mercedes-Benz C-300 European Delivery

• Re: European Delivery 2008 C-300 [pat]

  Written by: kenhiggi on Sep 11, 2007 8:29:11 AM

  It takes 8 weeks to hit the East Coast and 10 weeks for the West Coast. I hope to receive the car the third week in October. I'm not sure why it takes so long when they have ships leaving for the US all the time. This is the only down side of using the EDP. Other than that it is a great way to save a few dollars and have ... Read More

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Lease Questions

• Re: 2008 C-300 [mmoreno1978]

  Written by: vinnyny on Sep 10, 2007 9:49:04 AM

  Please tell us what $53k car you lease that is superior to any Mercedes out there (except for the S550)i> so that we can all laugh. Would it be one of the gussied up Nissans? Or is it one of the bejeweled Toyotas? We all know it can't be a BMW or a Porsche because owners of those makes wouldn't be so arrogant as to dismiss an entire line of premium ... Read More

• Re: 2008 C-300 [jc2552]

  Written by: mmoreno1978 on Sep 8, 2007 3:36:04 PM

  Very bad deal. My mother in law was also taken advantage of. She is paying $550 with 15K miles a year for 39 Months for a $33K car. They gave her an MSRP of $45K!!!! (Um, where is the extra 12K coming from?) Now I drive a $53K car and pay $700 a month. But I also have 18K miles per year and the car is superior to any Mercedes out ... Read More

Mercedes-Benz C-300 European Delivery

• European Delivery 2008 C-300

  Written by: kenhiggi on Sep 2, 2007 10:37:24 AM

  My wife and I just returned to Arizona after picking up our 2008 C 300 in Stuttgart. All I can say about the experience is WOW. First I'm 61 and have been a car freak from the day I bought my first VW back in 63. From my racing experience over the years I can tell you the new C 300 is one fine car. Everything works well. The car is ... Read More

• European Delivery for C-300 Luxury Sedan

  Written by: be325 on Aug 20, 2007 5:58:27 AM

  Hi everyone and the Host. We don't know how to start a new discussion so we are placing this topic/question here. We read that M-Benz is offering a 7% discount for Euro-Delivery and we wanted to ask others to share their buying and delivery experiences. We are interested in 2008 C-300 Luxury Sedan. Since we are going to Zurich in May, we thought we could explore this option. We also heard ... Read More

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Lease Questions

• Re: MB Messing with the launch? [osu18]

  Written by: dhkhan on Aug 17, 2007 5:45:31 AM

  Well, make me the 6th person not buying now after getting the following quote for a 2008 C300W4: MF 0.00335, Residual 71% for 12K, 27 months, Payment 742+tax, and MF 0.00310, Residual 61% for 12K, 39 months, Payment $694+tax The lease quotes included the following fee's: $1195 Mercedes-Benz Financial Acquisition Fee $599 Handling Fee Hopefully MB will get more competitive for September. I being charged $200 - 300 more than the ... Read More

Entry Level Luxury Performance Sedans

• 2008 CTS...

  Written by: shipo on Aug 6, 2007 9:25:09 PM

  I'm currently on a business trip in Michigan and today my client (whose spouse is a GM engineer) says, "Come on; let's go drive a new CTS." I agreed and away we went. First off, this car is actually halfway decent looking, and while the family resemblance to the butt ugly first generation CTS is definitely there, it is none-the-less sort of pleasing to look at in an angular sort of ... Read More

2008 C-Class Driving Impressions

• 2008 C-Class Driving Impressions

  Written by: hailalmamater on Jul 28, 2007 1:02:08 AM

  Went to test drive the new C-Class. Each dealership has a C300 Sport available for drives prior to the Aug 7th official launch. I had been looking at the 2007 C-Class and decided to wait for the 2008 to see if I liked it better. My impressions: New car is larger in a good way - doesn't feel bigger when driving, but the added width is appreciated (in 2007 model, my ... Read More

Mercedes Benz C-Class Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 07 C230 Spt loaded $40K sticker, got it $33K!

  Written by: spyder52 on Jul 26, 2007 10:21:21 PM

  Hi everyone! I just became a Mercedes owner for the first time. I have been shopping for a new car for quite sometimes now, I sold my VW Passat last week and have been without a car for a week! I've looked at VW GTI, EOS, Audi TT, A6, A4, BMW 328i, 525i, Land Rover LR2, and the new 2008 C300. Finally I've decided on the 07 C230 Sport, with Nav, ... Read More

Entry Level Luxury Performance Sedans

• New article!

  Written by: KarenS on Jun 28, 2007 3:34:12 PM

  Full Test: 2008 Mercedes-Benz C350 Sport Post your comments in this topic: Article comments for 2008 MB C350 Full Test

• Re: Need advice on Introductory Luxury car purchase [frisconick]

  Written by: rockylee on Feb 12, 2007 1:59:38 PM

  LOL, I'd still to this day buy the TL over everything Pontiac currently offers and that's coming from a GM guy. The G8, isn't a ELLPS because of it's badge. If you put a different emblem like a luxury nameplate badge on it then I think it has enough credibility on interior/exterior + gadgets to be a ELLPS. The G8, has the highest quality interior to ever be installed in a ... Read More

• Re: Need advice on Introductory Luxury car purchase [kdshapiro]

  Written by: rockylee on Feb 12, 2007 12:29:18 PM

  Disagree. Pontiac does not produce luxury vehicles. http://blogs.cars.com/kickingtires/2007/02/g8_interior.html http://www.caranddriver.com/previews/12337/2008-mercedes-benz-c-class.html (click photo's) Well IMHO I would have to give the luxury nod to the Pontiac G8 and it's what $15-20K cheaper and offers you world class performance. I agree the badge is the only thing it's missing from making it a ELLPS. I guess if you care more about product than the badge the choice is clearly easy between these two. You ... Read More

• Re: 2008 CTS [habitat1]

  Written by: circlew on Dec 20, 2006 11:42:38 AM

  I believe Rocky was referring to the IQS rating from J.D. Power on Global Assembly Plant Quality. Here is the report: Assembly Plant Awards September 1, 2006 Toyota receives a total of four assembly plant quality awards for producing vehicles yielding the fewest defects, including the platinum plant quality award for its Iwate, Japan, plant, producer of the Lexus ES 330. The Iwate plant averages 32 PP100. Plant awards are based ... Read More

• Re: kdshapiro [kdshapiro]

  Written by: qbrozen on Nov 27, 2006 9:54:27 AM

  The guildeline seems to be the manufacturer builds luxury cars, ultra-luxury and exotics are excluded. The high-end sedan S80 does not compete with high-end offerings from BMW, Mercedes and Lexus although, you could argue it competes with the RL and the M45. Having said that you can compare the options of the S80 with the RL and M45. For 300 hp it's a lot more expensive than then 335, which is ... Read More

• Re: kdshapiro [rockylee]

  Written by: kdshapiro on Nov 26, 2006 6:13:53 AM

  The guildeline seems to be the manufacturer builds luxury cars, ultra-luxury and exotics are excluded. The high-end sedan S80 does not compete with high-end offerings from BMW, Mercedes and Lexus although, you could argue it competes with the RL and the M45. Having said that you can compare the options of the S80 with the RL and M45. For 300 hp it's a lot more expensive than then 335, which is ... Read More

• Re: Only one question for this thread.... [rockylee]

  Written by: kdshapiro on Oct 3, 2006 9:28:41 AM

  Well I configured my car and got $45K. This was $4K more than my E46. Seems reasonable for more horsepower and more options. edit - it is true if you configure Mercedes, Porsche and BMW, with every available option under the sun you will get very high MSRP numbers. Nobody I know does this sort of thing, except for rockylee, at this price point. So Rocky what is the MSRP of ... Read More

Mercedes-Benz C350 & C280

• C-320 2001 totaled, what now?

  Written by: michhala on Jul 27, 2006 10:41:32 AM

  This is cross-posted -- I posted on another Edmunds Forum and it was suggested I post here. It has been a long time since I last posted on Edmunds. I bought a C320 in 2001 and because the paint was defective, Mercedes after much ado gave me another one. I loved that car......and also the help I received from this forum Sunday at 1:00 AM, I was in a major accident ... Read More

Mercedes Benz C-Class Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• C-320 2001 totaled, what now?

  Written by: michhala on Jul 26, 2006 11:11:35 PM

  It has been a long time since I last posted here. I bought a C320 in 2001 and because the paint was defective, Mercedes after much ado gave me another one. I loved that car......and also the help I received from this forum Sunday at 1:00 AM, I was in a major accident on the 405N fwy, and the car was totaled. Lucky for me, I was not injured, other than ... Read More

Entry Level Luxury Performance Sedans

• Re: 0-60 For the Sedans [bmwe90]

  Written by: ivorypearlg on Aug 18, 2005 3:21:19 PM

  I am sorry I should have not say the company as a whole. But I am pretty sure that the IS350 will be a good contender against the 330I and the G35. Yes BMW was around a lot longer then any of the Japanese auto makers but it doesn't make them any better ! Is Mercedes - Benz better because they were the first auto manufactor ? I believe that BMW ... Read More

• Re: kd [blueguydotcom]

  Written by: esf on Apr 25, 2005 6:59:13 PM

  About your new car considerations- If you want an A3, you may have to wait like half a year for the 3.2 version, which is the one that would really have you pick it over the Mazda in performance. The 2.0T just isn't powerful enough to compete with that. Also, the 3.2 is supposed to have the DSG transmission from the TT 3.2, but neither A3s are supposed to have quattro ... Read More

Mercedes-Benz C350 & C280

• bmwccc

  Written by: merc1 on May 8, 2005 10:42:15 AM

  Shout out to Merc1, have talked with you before somewhere. Stroudman and Merc1, I have read and enjoyed your informative posts on this forum. Thanks, and don't forget ikramerica too. His post brought the real meat (engines) to the discussion. 1. Any exterior body changes? In a word, no. That was done for 2005 and the new grille is really distinctive to my eye. As others have noted there will be ... Read More

• Re: Style changing this year or next? [agarbati]

  Written by: merc1 on Apr 13, 2005 9:26:19 PM

  I think you might be getting a "facelift" mixed up with a total redesign. The C-Class had a facelift for 2005. Much better interior, new wheels, lights, and a much better sport package for the Sport models. Along with a V8 for the AMG model, which changed from the C32 (V6) to the C55 V8. Now for the 2006 models (early June) all of the other engines change: 200hp V6 C230, ... Read More

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedans

• Recommendations on pre-owned C or E-Class

  Written by: paul_p on Jan 26, 2002 1:24:43 PM

  Ppaterson, I bought a 1995 C-Class new in 1995, and drove it for 40,000 *very* careful miles. During that time the following items needed repair: - Hood repainted due to paint spots on delivery. - Front grille replaced due to buffing scratches at delivery. - Power antenna motor replaced - making strange noise. - Radio replaced because station search buttons lost tension and wore out (my fault for pressing so much). ... Read More