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Re: Consider this is you're considering a Lexus
by roncar01
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Dec 17, 2006 (7:28 am)
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My wife and I are considering purchasing a MB. For us this would be the first one we have ever owned. Been a GM guy for years. You mentioned you went with the Benz do to poor service with Lexus, which is definitely understood. However, there has been some mention by folks of minor electronical problems. can you fill me in a bit on what some of these are? If it helps we are looking at the C230 Sport. I have read mixed reactions to the car between, Edmunds.com, KBB.com, Consumer Reports, Car and Driver, etc.
Thanks for the help.
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- #24 of 32
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Re: Consider this is you're considering a Lexus [roncar01]
by louiswei
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Dec 17, 2006 (9:49 am)
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Replying to: roncar01 (Dec 17, 2006 7:28 am)
You mentioned you went with the Benz do to poor service with Lexus
Poor service with Lexus? Are you kidding? I'll take Lexus' service over ANY OTHERS on any given day.
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Re: Consider this is you're considering a Lexus [louiswei]
by roncar01
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Dec 17, 2006 (1:10 pm)
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Replying to: louiswei (Dec 17, 2006 9:49 am)
Your response - not really helpful. Are you a Lexus owner or MB owner? Why did you go with the car you went with?
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Re: Consider this is you're considering a Lexus [roncar01]
by louiswei
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Dec 17, 2006 (1:47 pm)
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Replying to: roncar01 (Dec 17, 2006 1:10 pm)
I am a Lexus owner, drive an IS350. So far my experience with the Lexus dealer and service department have been very pleasant. I personally don't have experience with MB dealerships or service department but according to JD Power, Lexus has been consistently ranked higher than both MB and BMW in service/dealership satisfaction.
As for cars, I know there is a certain prestige factor with the MB but honestly I don't think that's worth the extra bucks.
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Re: Consider this is you're considering a Lexus [louiswei]
by roncar01
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Dec 17, 2006 (2:35 pm)
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Replying to: louiswei (Dec 17, 2006 1:47 pm)
Thank you for your insight. I am a bit torn between the IS and the 230. They priced extremely comparable in the features and functions I am looking for. This has been helpful in getting other owners input.
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- #28 of 32
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Re: Consider this is you're considering a Lexus [roncar01]
by louiswei
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Dec 17, 2006 (2:48 pm)
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Replying to: roncar01 (Dec 17, 2006 2:35 pm)
If I am not mistaken, the C230 has a 4 banger? The IS250 comes with standard V6.
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Re: Consider this is you're considering a Lexus [louiswei]
by roncar01
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Dec 17, 2006 (2:52 pm)
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Replying to: louiswei (Dec 17, 2006 2:48 pm)
Comes with a 6 banger. When it comes to HP there is a 3 hp difference between the IS and the 230.
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Re: Consider this is you're considering a Lexus [roncar01]
by decon
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Dec 23, 2006 (8:43 am)
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Replying to: roncar01 (Dec 17, 2006 2:52 pm)
How do you guys feel about reliability and less hassle/problems of having a Lexus versus MB?
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Re: Consider this is you're considering a Lexus [louiswei]
by pete51
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Dec 23, 2006 (7:11 pm)
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Replying to: louiswei (Dec 17, 2006 9:49 am)
Most of the electrical things I'm talking about are switches to turn things on and off. One example, the Brake Light Out indicator came on, I had the bulb changed but a month later the indicator came back on. Found out the housing for the brake light needed to be replaced, part was $50 and labor about $75. Won't break the bank, but annoying none the less. If you go the route of the Benz "or the Lexus for that matter" find an independent mechanic that works specifically on that brand. They are much better at giving the things that you really need. I had been taking mine to the Benz dealer for all service up until 120k that is when the dealer told me I had 8k worth of repairs that had to be done (hairline crack in dash, armrest cushion to soft), get my drift. I went to an independent that was recommended and that 8k bill dropped to $375.00 at the next service. Keep in mind the dealer offered coffee, gave me a loaner, allowed me to work from my lap top and even tried to get me to buy another one. Their business is to serve the customer that is why the luxury dealer stands a part from the ordinary dealer or Lexus could not sell a GQ Camry 6 as an ES330 or a 4runner as a GX470 . I would give an example of a Benz that has a smaller sister like that, but they don't have one.  By the way the E320 that they wanted me to trade now has 190K on it and my buddy was shocked as I rolled down an interstate stretch at 85-90mph with a hiccup. 
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Problem with Mercedes C280 Tires
by shihfluffy
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Jul 06, 2008 (5:59 pm)
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I bought a C280 with 25,000 miles. The dealer says I need new tires . Is this normal wear?
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