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10007 messages, Last post on Dec 01, 2009 at 7:40 AM
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Replying to: lexusguy (May 09, 2009 9:25 am) |
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Why doesn't the Mercedes C class get compared to the TL/M/etc?
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Replying to: ghstudio (May 11, 2009 2:32 am) The C Class belongs on the entry level luxury sedans board - along with the TL, 3, A4, G37, etc. |
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Replying to: shmang (May 04, 2009 8:29 am) This is not to suggest that the Japanese or other makers from other countries have poorly designed interiors, etc -- but Audi interiors and switchgear are second to none according to pedestrians like us and the pros from virtually every corner of the globe. Solid and retro? My dad had a Hudson and a few Chryco cars over the years -- my 2009 Audi interior is anything but retro -- but, it is solid, if that means "substantive."
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Replying to: markcincinnati (May 12, 2009 2:49 pm) But, that does not mean the interior of Infiniti or Acura is cheesy. They are modern, fashion with distinct style that is targeting younger people, while Audi and MB, BMW are targeting more towards 40+ people (except those low end sporty models - we are talking about luxury performance sedan here). So, don't get me wrong. I am not saying one is better than the other, it is just targeting different market group. |
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I've searched the specs of most cars in this category, and none of them have much more headroom, if any, than many mid-range cars. The Infiniti M-series has 39.7". The only other one with more (that I've found) is the Genesis, and then only if you can buy it without the sunroof. That also means you don't get many of the neat options. I'm slightly over 38", from seat to top of my head (not counting any hair that sticks up!), The Infiniti was the only car I found when I was looking where I could get comfortable without my head or hair hitting the roof. My last car was an Audi A6 when you could order it without a sunroof. Why do the manufacturers make the sunroof mandatory? It causes close to 3" loss of headroom (on the Audi it was 2.85"). Anyway, the new Mercedes E series states 39.1", which might work. May try one of those, but want to wait for the 4-matic version, if I was to go that way. Anyone know if the diesel version due next year will be offered with 4-matic? Rear-wheel drive up a snowy driveway in NH is no fun, even with snow tires...
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Replying to: james27 (Jun 04, 2009 5:54 pm) Maybe some SUV like QX56, LX470, Q7 will be more comfortable then.
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Replying to: shmang (Jun 05, 2009 6:51 am) |
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Replying to: james27 (Jun 05, 2009 2:46 pm) |
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Replying to: james27 (Jun 04, 2009 5:54 pm) My proposal to help tall and short people alike: Make sunroofs a separate stand alone option always; and make more cars with optional telescopic steering wheel and adjustable pedals. With these three options people of practically all heights should be able to find a car that fits comfortably.
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