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#31 of 266 Re: Pricing for 2008 C350 [mark_wny] by dasche Oct 04, 2007 (4:36 am)
Replying to: mark_wny (Sep 06, 2007 8:59 pm) I just picked up a C300 Sport w/automatic trans & panoramic roof for $34,700 here in NJ... dealer gave me $1,125 off the sticker price. I searched the dealer inventory online, quickest way to see what they have in stock, w/what options. A friend in Virginia purchased one too and had to pay sticker price, they would not haggle because of demand.
#32 of 266 Re: Pricing for 2008 C300 Luxury by be325 Oct 04, 2007 (5:11 am)
Local dealer (Tampa Bay Area) offered to order C300 Luxury in metallic paint for $32,300 (34,500 OTD (6%tax)... no other options --- for us old people, it is easier to set a budget and then deal in OTD figures. We tried to compare what we get at Lexus and Acura. We are OK with waiting a few months and we are not interested in any of the premium packages MB is offering on C300 Lux. We set a firm 34k OTD budget. What do you all think? Is 34.5k OTD too much (I guess for a buyer every number is too much) for C300 Lux with no other options but metallic paint? We looked at the EDProgram ... the local dealer wants to match it.
#33 of 266 C-300 4Matic Sport Test Drive by manybmws Oct 04, 2007 (5:01 pm)
Just got my hands on one of these to test drive. I had previously driven a C300 Luxury and a C300 Sport optioned with 18" wheels.   I liked it a lot. I felt the 4Matic system was basically transparent to the driving experience when compared to the rear wheel drive car so not much to comment on there. I actually thought that the 17" wheels/tires felt a little rougher over rough services than the C300 Sport with 18"ers. Probably due to the rubber. The 18s available for non-4Matics are not available on the 4Matic models because the system apparently adds another .5" offset to the rear wheels. I was told that you could mount the front sized 18s on all 4 wheels but did not verify with a tech.   Engine response is good although this car (probably due to the extra 4Matic weight) is a high 7s 0-60 car (as tested by Motorweek recently). All in all though on the highway it is responsive and the exhaust tone is very appealing along with a smooth application of engine power.   Handling is very good since when I pushed it around an exit ramp it felt very confident in the turn.   I have driven a lot of new 3-Series (as loaners) and a brand new 335i Coupe. They are nice but the runflats ruin it for me. Plus I hate to say it but I like the styling of the C-class better.   So just my thoughts, hope this helps...
#34 of 266 C-300 sport. by bobby718 Oct 14, 2007 (9:01 am)
I just put 400 miles on my c-300... I'm very happy with the car... I recently sold my S-500 2001 and have to say; I like the 300 better... Great car to drive.. Great looks... solid build... What more can I say? Benz is the Best...
#35 of 266 C300 Lux by jrct9454 Oct 15, 2007 (5:20 am)
Ours was the first delivered in the Northwest, and we now have 5000 miles on it. Everything is working, no issues, best drive we've had...ever...and that's saying a lot.   It's strength is the ride / handling compromise - excellent ride quality combined with noticeable improvement in steering and cornering. And very solid - no interior noises. We couldn't be happier.
#36 of 266 2008 C300 Head Lamp settings by areddy Oct 16, 2007 (8:11 am)
The headlamps settings dont make sense to me. What are the steps to turn the Low Beam Head Lamp on? I dont really understand the steps stated in the manual. When I try to set it up myself, I end up having the Low Beam on with the front fog lights also getting switched on. If I keep the head lamp setting to auto "A" the High beam indicator shows up and the light mode switch to High Beam. The dealer kind of didn't explain this to me clearly and I can figure out how to keep the lights on low beam with the fog lights switched off....can anyone help? Replies to this message: dasche (Oct 16, 2007 8:46 am) areddy (Oct 16, 2007 9:55 am) dasche (Oct 17, 2007 6:08 am)
#37 of 266 Re: 2008 C300 Head Lamp settings [areddy] by dasche Oct 16, 2007 (8:46 am)
Replying to: areddy (Oct 16, 2007 8:11 am) The "A" setting is for the low beams. Perhaps the stalk to flash to pass is in the permanent high beam position. The fog lights will not work if the setting is on "A". The fog lights will work when the setting is on parking lights are turned all the way to the right. Pull the light switch "out" once for the front fog lights, pull it out again and the rear fog lights will come on. The icons will also light up to let you know which fog lights are on. Replies to this message: areddy (Oct 16, 2007 9:55 am) dasche (Oct 17, 2007 6:08 am)
#38 of 266 Re: 2008 C300 Head Lamp settings [dasche] by areddy Oct 16, 2007 (9:55 am)
Replying to: dasche (Oct 16, 2007 8:46 am) I guess your right, I didnt realize the stalk could be on high beam. I need to go home and check that. This is my first MB, need more time to get used to the controls and their locations . Thanks Replies to this message: dasche (Oct 17, 2007 6:08 am)
#39 of 266 Re: 2008 C300 Head Lamp settings [areddy] by dasche Oct 17, 2007 (6:08 am)
Replying to: areddy (Oct 16, 2007 9:55 am) My first too, which is why I check this website everyday, LOL... we can learn together!
#40 of 266 c 300 new purchase by raidersix2002 Oct 20, 2007 (5:09 pm)
I am considering a new 2008 c 300 4matic. Frankly I have driven Hondas all my life but I have waited way past time to purchase a lux brand. The reason I have is because after about 470,000 miles and two hondas reliability has never been even a thought. I have read Soooooo much bad about the C class I am afraid to buy one. The option is a Lexus. The MB dealer was surprisingly candid about the electrical problems the C class has. What is the early feedback on the C class?

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