Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedans

fuzzo

I don't think that you can get just the single CD player without having the navigation. This is what I was told.

Can you also tell me who your dealer is and where he is located. I am not getting anything "thrown in"

thanks in advance

captain_howdy

A single CD-player without the navigation is available (in Europe anyway...)

It is a device made by "Becker" and it's named
"MB Audio 10".

404c

About the fuel economy figures you quoted above - is that miles per US gallon, or imperial gallon?

benz747

Fuzz,

I am in Columbus Ohio, and both dealers CROWN Eurocars and ED Potter throw CD Free as well as some Items from boutique like mats or Benz T Shirts

did u put down any money to be on list?

good luck and it seems all dealers do that when you pay MSRP, did you got any markdown or paying MSRP ?

thanks

stoweaway_67

I got some excellent advice from SSHOWIT's posting on this board for an extended warranty on my 2000 230C. Saved me some serious dollars and I still got the MB warranty. I am looking for options on having a CD installed. I prefer the MB 6 disk player that integrates to the fiber optic system but the last price my dealer quoted was $887.00. Does anyone know any options for the MB unit but at a more realistic cost? Thanks

fuzzo

it seems as though the dealers in the DC area don't throw anything in for free. I am not getting anything and yes I am paying MSRP. I have put down $1000 to be on the list and I found out that I won't have my car till september now. At this rate, I may as well cancel the order and go through one of your dealers.

Can you email me your dealers name and phone no to mfn@datatel.com

Thanks

fuzzo

I got a quote from my dealer for about $750+tax.. they said that this was the best they could do on it.

merc1

I agree with your quality-control coments a while back. There has always been something about a Mercedes. The W124, W140, and current R129 SL roadster seem to have been the epitome of Mercedes lore. I too don't understand why Mercedes doesn't stand on their supplier's necks for better quality, because the in-house stuff seems to be the best, but the various out-sourced things cause trouble from time to time. That said a Mercedes is still my favorite car.

M

raylaubu

Thanks for the info
I am wondering if they are going to replace all c240 fuel filter/valve. I am going to get my c240 with c1,c2,c3,auto,command in capri blue/java tomorrow (just finished the paper work today).=)

This problem sounds pretty serious(engine stalling or sudden accl will cause safety issues). Do you know if they are getting them fixed for all c240? or only when problems occur? If they are doing fix, then I will ask my dealer to fix it before I get the car.

Thanks for all the info

raylaubu

Anyone know how the subscribtions for this service work? Do we get them free for 1 year? Are they separate subscribtions? Do they charge by usage or by yearly?

Thanks for any info

diwc240

That would be US Gallons, so Cdn should work out to be: City 20 X 1.2 = 24 and Highway 29.4 X 1.2 = 35. and converting to Cdn Fuel Economy = 8.1 Liters per 100 KM (highway) by my math.
(Using: 1 Barrel of crude Oil = 42 US Gals. or 35 Imp.Gals) and gas is too Expensive...:) maybe my next MB will have to be fuel cell powered...enjoy it while it lasts before they have to turn off the tap.

ricric

Hi, I am in columbus,OH as well
and recently I wanted to trade in my 240 with a 320
but I didnt get any offer on a free cd changer
may I know who is your salesman at crown?
thx

benz747

Fuzz - call Mr David James his number is
614 299 2144
Fuzz - last time you said you will get your car in JULY? now how come they told you September now? did they gave you any reason ?

roric - mr dennis at crown

good luck guys

rmelk

All new C 240s have the updated fuel filter/valve. If you just ordered it, it shouldn't be a problem.

rugbug

Does anyone know the money factor and the residual for the C240 auto, C2, Bose, CD Changer?

fuzzo

The reason I got from the dealer was that they will not be producing the color that I wanted in the first shipment. The color I wanted was white. I was told that they changed it from glacier white to some other white.

Is anyone else waiting for a white 2002 C240?

benz747

Fuzzo,

are you keen on 2002? I remembered that my dealer asked me about 2001 White C 240 as he has one cancellation, check with him if that car still there and it has all options you want

good luck

fuzzo

I would like a 2002...simply because I am picky I guess... i know there is no difference in them. I guess i'll have to wait to get what I want... i just thought that this was an odd reason.

If anyone else heard this, please let me know so that I know that I am not being conned.

Thanks

raylaubu

I ordered it back in March and was produced in April and just arrived this weekend. It is good to know they are fixed.

sirus32

Has anyone else noticed a slight to medium vibration in their steering wheel between 30-40mph on their C240 or C320? You might notice it more after the car has been parked overnight. The vibration goes away after driving the car for 45-50 minutes.

My dealer thought it might be the tires(Goodyears). The tires could "flatten" and cause a vibration until the rubber warms-up. So, the dealership swapped out my Goodyears for Continentals. Same issue with the Continentals. I'm thinking it might be something other that the tires.

To make sure it wasn't just my car, I test drove a new C320. Same thing happened. Could it be an inherit defect.

Any ideas or suggestions?

mb_a_must

Well its been a long wait but my 2001 bourdoux red / charcoal c240 has arrived. Picking it up on Wednesday. Yee Ha!

I have been enjoying all the posts. I'm sure I'll have some questions for the experts!

Thanks All ...
greg@thedailydonut.com

michhala

sirus -- I have a 320 with Continentals, and I have not felt any steering-wheel vibrations as you described. It was built in October 2000.

Miki

raylaubu

I just picked up my capri blue c240 with c1,2,3, auto, and COMAND. No problem at all so far *crossing my fingers*

I like the COMAND a lot, it gives the interior a much better feel and navigation is pretty neat (pretty good visual and verbal direction and can look up everything like atms, gas stations, etc.)

By the way, I think I will need to get the glovebox 6cd changer, because it is a pain to which disc each time i want to listen to cd. The dealer told me it will cost $850, but see it at MB online for $522. Can we order it from MB directly? or is there somewhere that are selling it cheaper? also have anyone tried to install one themself?

Thank you very much

Thank you for any information.

mga3

Yes, I have notice a slight vibration in the steering wheel on my 320. It seems to occur at exactly 40mph. Any speed above or below and everything is fine. I was planning to address it at the first scheduled service check.

My 320 was built in Feb. and has Goodyear tires.

If you find the cause. Please post it here. Thank you.

zmeenow

clairparts.com also has the cd changer and installaton kit for about$525.they are an MB dealer in the Boston area...so its nit really buying it from aftermarket,but from MB direct.My dealer in nj installed it for$80.

Good luck

raylaubu

Thanks for the info. Actually I live in the Boston area =)I will call my dealers to find out how much they will install it for.

Do you know if it is hard to install that cd changer in glove compartment? Have anyone done it themself?

Thanks!

w2p2

I keep having to adjust my side mirrors. I program them and all that, and it keeps moving down and out, or down and in. I know about the settings for Reverse so you can see where your backing into. This is not the same thing. Dealer said they have had no complaints on this.
Also had to get new keys. Got my C-320 in March and the batteries are weak. The summer open and close feature works only if you get within 5 feet of the door.
getting 24 mpg on the average.Have 5000 miles on it.

returnservice

I have had my 2001 C240 for less than a month and already have several chips in the paint. The most recent one was discovered after cleaning a dead bug from the side of the car. Does anyone know of problems with the paint chipping easily, and if so, what can be done to help prevent it?

zmeenow

The remote open and close feature works when your key is AIMED at the reciever on the door handle(infra red?).It will not open it at 20-30 feet at an angle like the remote unlock will.(I guess thats on a radio frequency)
Paint chips decrease over a period of a few weeks.I think all you can do at this point is put on a real good layer of wax,and hope for the best.

as to cd installation.IMHO Id rather leave it to the"professionals" and have it done right/or if I had installed it and something went wrong... who could i hang it on?would they fix my mistake?

pandemoniac

I am thinking of buying a C240 and I am curious about a number of issues that I hope you can help me answer.

Here are my questions:

*What is the multicontour drivers seat option like?

*Do you think the 60/40 folding rear seat is worth it?

*Is everyone paying MSRP for ordering 2002? (What dealer will work with me on this?)

* Has anyone towed anything like a jet ski with their C240, How do you get a tow hitch, and what is it rated for?

* How do sales taxes apply (this is my first car purchase)? For instance, I am currently a New Hampshire resident, but my job is in Massachusetts and I think I will be moving there in the next 2 months. If I buy the car out of state do I pay that states sales tax or the states sales tax where I register it etc...?

Any other comments would be appreciated. The dealer I am currently working with is The Auto master in Shelburne, Vermont.

michhala

>I keep having to adjust my side mirrors. I >program them and all that, and it keeps moving >down and out, or down and in. I know about the >settings for Reverse so you can see where your >backing into. This is not the same thing. Dealer >said they have had no complaints on this.

w2p2 - after five months, mine still drift. There does not seem to be much one can do, and I have given up. I always check them (particularly passenger side) before I start to drive. It does not happen as often as it used to and the dealer also said they had no complaints (this always makes me crazy when I hear, so I take the posts with me containing these complaints).

Miki

michhala

>I have had my 2001 C240 for less than a month >and already have several chips in the paint.

To add one more thing to zmeenow's "keep car waxed
and chips usually decrease after a while"-- try not to look at them or for them too often. I found one needs to develop a more nonchalant type of attitude about the chips, so as not to take away from the joy of the car. However, 'tis easier said than done.

Miki

diwc240

Theory: The mirrors are "outside" the automobile:
electromagnetic interference (EMI): Any electromagnetic disturbance that interrupts, obstructs, or otherwise degrades or limits the effective performance of electronics/electrical equipment. It can be induced intentionally, as in some forms of electronic warfare, or unintentionally, as a result of spurious emissions and responses, intermodulation products, and the like. Synonym=radio frequency interference.
Does anyone here live out in the "Country" ? If so, do your mirrors "drift" ?

dogcow

> *What is the multicontour drivers seat option like?

I don't have it in mine but I wish I had. I think the seats are not as comfortable as I would like it to be so I'm sure the multicontour seat would have helped me.

> *Do you think the 60/40 folding rear seat is worth it?

I have this option in mine and have used it a couple of time in 2 months, both times unplanned. Is one of those things that you may not need often but when you do you really do.

michhala

>Does anyone here live out in the "Country" ? If so, do your mirrors "drift" ?

Ian -- perhaps my use of the word "drift" was wrong, but you had used it once and I thought it such a good word! My mirror position changes only when the car is started up, not while driving. When I am in the garage, I will take note if it happens before or after I use the door opener. I don't live in the "country", but I have been in remote areas when mirror changes happen at startup. It can be a nuisance since I am not in the habit or checking out mirrors, being the only driver.

Miki

zmeenow

so how obsessive can I be about my car?is it an eventuality that it will get chipped,nicked,pooped on? yes..
do I try my best to avoid it? of course!..but .. perfection.. when achieved. is so fleeting.. and so it is with cars.... they.. like us... grow old.. wear down... (am i shoveling it a little too deep?)
JUST LISTEN TO MIKI... enjoy the car!

drew_

I don't believe MBUSA recommends towing with the C-class, so a hitch will be tough, if not impossible to find. Perhaps one of the owners here could have a peek at the owner's manual to see if there is anything on towing? This limitation is not just limited to the C-class but other cars in the same class such as the BMW 3-series for example. For frequent towing, you may want to consider the M-class SUV instead, which (although a completely different vehicle) is about the same price as the C.

Tarik, MBz cars can be used for towing in Germany, right? I realise that their hitch is completely different though.


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ctic

All of mine have come from the freeway. In order to avoid chips:

1) Don't follow any car too closely.
2) Never go behind a big rig, their big wheels toss up more stuff and there's 18 of them.
3) Never, never, never, ever follow any of those construction trucks carrying earth or soil. The back of the trucks are not covered and when whizzing along at 60mph, airborne particles of loose soil and sand are hitting your paint at 120mph.

mofo01

Yes, I have 240C and also noticed a little vibration on my way back from work (have good year tires). After about 20-30 minutes ride, it disappeared. Beside that the car been great (no problems - knock on wood)

zmeenow

all good suggestions.... and then.... pray!

rs64

You should check with your particular state regarding the sales/use tax. In Calif. you pay the rate based on where you live, not where you bought the car or work. I bought mine in Orange County were the sales tax is 7.5% but since I live in Los Angles County, I had to pay 8%.

michhala

Methinks you speaketh the truth!

Miki

iwantmbc

Hi all,

This is my first post, though I have read all the rest of the posts. I have a question about the K2a package. The C-Class brochure says" Glovebox mounted 6-disc CD changer. Motorola Timeport digital portable phone with voice control system for phone and audio features." Yet when I look at Kelley Blue Book it says trunk mounted CD. And to further confuse me the mbusa.com site doesn't even list the package, they list everything seperatly and they say you have to order the K2 with the K2a. Will someone please set me straight on this issue. Thanks for the very value information.

Renae

ctic

I think some of the last generation C-230's had the same problem. I belive the solution was to check the tire inflation and get the tires very carefully balanced at the dealership. The dealership will help with that.

mofo01

ctic,

Thanks for the info...I will have my dealer take a look at it when I bring it in for service.

404c

The listed towing capacity of the C-Class is 750 kg (1650 lbs.) for unbraked trailers and 1500 kg (3305 lbs.) for braked trailers. In Europe there is a factory-option concealed trailer hitch. I see no reason why that shouldn't be available in the USA and Canada.

drew_

The trailer hitches in Europe are completely different than ours here though. They look like giant fish hooks basically. That's why I'm not certain if MB even recommends towing with the C-class in North America. I know that they did not for the previous generation C.


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ralphh1

Hello! This is my first post. Saturday I will be picking up my new c-240 with Command, C1, C2, C4 with dose Option. Can't wait to play with the command. I use the dealer purchased "cleaning kit" on my slk230. Has anyone had any luck with other detailing products. I heard Zaino and Zybol are good. It is a cleaner and wax in one. Is that safe to use on a regular basis. Thanks for your input.

mtroy

More on my $76 oil change: Yesterday, a malfunction indicator came on saying that the oil level was too high. I took my '01 C320 into Auto Stiegler in Encino, CA this morning and talked to the shop foreman.

Foreman: "Let's check the dipstick."

Me: "There is no dipstick in this car."

Foreman: "Oh, that's strange."

Me: "Shouldn't you know that?"

Foreman: "We're not yet familiar with this car. I'll look in the book to see what the proper fluid level is."

Me: "Why don't I just pull out my owner's manual?"

Foreman: (ignores that idea), comes back after 3 minutes, "I can't find it, so I'll just put a dipstick in your engine and compare it with the level in one our brand new cars."

Foreman: (comes back 8 minutes later), "Yeah, I guess we put too much oil in your car, or maybe when the oil was being sucked out, we didn't get the oil from the reservoir."

Me: "Screwing up an oil change doesn't instill much confidence. How can you get something so basic so wrong?"

Foreman: "Mistakes can happen. Sorry."

Me: "You know, this was the most expensive oil change in the world. And you did it wrong, forcing me to come back in. How about doing something for me?

Service clerk: "We can give you a $20 credit on your next service."

Me: "Fine."

Me: (silently to myself): "That $20 will buy me another MB teddy bear here, and the rest of my service will be elsewhere."

What a shame. A big reason for getting this car over the Lexus GS was the convenience of service right near where I live. So much for that.

Oh, one more thing. I told foreman that my seat felt loose and was shifting slightly with sharp turns.

Foreman: "It's supposed to do that."

Me: "That's ridiculous; the passenger seat doesn't do it."

Foreman: "Ok, we'll take a look at it."

I have little doubt that my car is sitting there today having absolutely nothing done to it, and that I will hear from them: "We couldn't detect any movement." If I'm wrong and they actually act on this, I'll let you know. Let's just see.

ralphh1

Hello again,
Can anyone help. I would like to have a front end cover, minimum would be a hood protector. Any input is greatly appreciated.