Mercedes Owners Thread

[therock]

Having driven the A class and C class recently I dare say if NVH and a pliant ride aren’t as big a deal - the A class is quite impressive 

legroom will match the c class. Better sitting position too

[RogerNg_185295]

51 minutes ago, JackyLee said:

Its packages bad? Not sure because first time buying from PI [its L***], do share with me any other workshop and packages.

Just be a man and spell out the name.  Afraid of what ?

[inlinesix]

2 hours ago, therock said:

Having driven the A class and C class recently I dare say if NVH and a pliant ride aren’t as big a deal - the A class is quite impressive 

legroom will match the c class. Better sitting position too

W176 A class?
W205 C class?

[therock]

Nope the latest a class sedan 

vs w205

rear wheel drive is nice though swinging through the B roads 

[TeamAMG69]

19 hours ago, therock said:

Having driven the A class and C class recently I dare say if NVH and a pliant ride aren’t as big a deal - the A class is quite impressive 

legroom will match the c class. Better sitting position too

legroom ? better sitting position ? see pic attached  

i am 5th 10 inch, my head will hit the rear of A klass W177 ,  V177 Sedan slightly better , while W205 , still got some clearance ....

not sure about others 

 

Edited February 11, 2020 by TeamAMG69

[therock]

2 hours ago, TeamAMG69 said:

legroom ? better sitting position ? see pic attached  

i am 5th 10 inch, my head will hit the rear of A klass W177 ,  V177 Sedan slightly better , while W205 , still got some clearance ....

not sure about others 

 

A simple question easily solved: have you driven them or at least sat in one? Then you will get your answer dude.. don’t rely on diagrams alone .

[TeamAMG69]

18 hours ago, therock said:

A simple question easily solved: have you driven them or at least sat in one? Then you will get your answer dude.. don’t rely on diagrams alone .

yes i have that is why i said, headroom, is best for me in C class, then A class sedan , with A klass hatch, same with legroom, 

but A class platform is still much tigher inside. 

personal preference (sitting comfort only) is C klass better but then again, you are paying more and C class is supposed to be the higher SES model in the MB food chain. (followed by E & S , etc)

not touching driving dynamics or MBUX , etc 

Edited February 11, 2020 by TeamAMG69

[JackyLee]

On 2/10/2020 at 2:56 PM, Turboflat4 said:

I would go with option one. 

Big ticket item is the drivetrain - engine and transmission. At least that's covered for 3 years. And engine alone for another two years). 

No need top up for option 1. As for option 2, seriously beware of max claim clauses. Those big ticket items can easily bump or exceed that limit.

Make sure no weasel word clauses about "abuse" voiding warranty. If they put this then damn subjective as to what constitutes abusive driving. My fast Malaysia road and track driving can be someone's idea of abusive driving etc. 

Auto Spritze does have a good rep for mercs. 

MBM... no comment.

Thx bro for the sound advice, and for the other bros as well. Decided on option 1

[mel1888]

19 hours ago, therock said:

A simple question easily solved: have you driven them or at least sat in one? Then you will get your answer dude.. don’t rely on diagrams alone .

Your right. Its also depends how u sit & posture.

Eg sit 3/4 way in & slouch a lil vs sit all way in & straight posture.

I was puzzled why a korean friend sat in my car but his head almost touch the roof & i tot my car actually damn small. Then i realize he sittin all in & ramrod straight.

[Arrow]

6 hours ago, JackyLee said:

Thx bro for the sound advice, and for the other bros as well. Decided on option 1

Recommend Option 1...I have used their service and they are competent WS...No monkey business and Merz experts.

[RogerNg_185295]

7 hours ago, TeamAMG69 said:

yes i have that is why i said, headroom, is best for me in C class, then A class sedan , with A klass hatch, same with legroom, 

but A class platform is still much tigher inside. 

personal preference (sitting comfort only) is C klass better but then again, you are paying more and C class is supposed to be the higher SES model in the MB food chain. (followed by E & S , etc)

not touching driving dynamics or MBUX , etc 

So, are you buying or not?

[TeamAMG69]

On 2/12/2020 at 2:54 PM, RogerNg_185295 said:

So, are you buying or not?

Buy E180 instead ... 🤣

out liao 

[Fitmugen]

Morning everyone, anyone knows a good PI for GLC coupe? Able to get for 200k?

[TeamAMG69]

1 minute ago, Fitmugen said:

Morning everyone, anyone knows a good PI for GLC coupe? Able to get for 200k?

SGCARMART quote GLC250 4MATIC (A)

$202,000 RRP Pricelist

discount 2K is possible 

but you need to check and compare the specs and features between the diff PI

[HappyDriver24]

Can anyone please help me wic models r using e Renault engines for sgp mkt? Tq I appreciate ur help

[therock]

Just now, HappyDriver24 said:

Can anyone please help me wic models r using e Renault engines for sgp mkt? Tq I appreciate ur help

Any Merc which is C160 and cheaper is your guide.

A, B, GLA, GLB etc. And now probably the E180 too. 
FYI, the net difference from the E180 to the E200 is under 30k. If one is in the market for such a luxury car, one should be looking at it from a longer term view. If one is squeezing to get the E Class, maybe another car is a better bet..

[therock]

The recent introduction of the new A class all the way to the E 180 has caused some confusion..

Having a Merc logo on the engine cover means NOTHING. Many companies do that. 
But it's a Fact that the lower end models use the Renault engines. 

However having driven the A200, it's a sweet engine. Now whether it will last or behave like the Qashqai 1.2T is a different matter... and yes, that's a Renault engine too...

Many Merc owners don't even know their cars aren't made in Germany. Or that the Merc entry level van isn't really a Merc, but rather a direct rebadged Renault Kangoo with different fascia.. 

[TeamAMG69]

4 hours ago, therock said:

Any Merc which is C160 and cheaper is your guide.

A, B, GLA, GLB etc. And now probably the E180 too. 
FYI, the net difference from the E180 to the E200 is under 30k. If one is in the market for such a luxury car, one should be looking at it from a longer term view. If one is squeezing to get the E Class, maybe another car is a better bet..

C160 & E180 use Mercedes engine - from C200 FL 1.5TC, just detune

Both the C-Class and E-Class are using Mercedes in-house engines M264 and Mercedes Gearbox 9G-Tronic. Where did you get the info from that it is renault? What's your source? 

 

FYI 

C160 - M264 Single Scroll Turbo 1.5L w/ 9G-TRONIC

E180 - M264 Twin Scroll Turbo 1.5L w/ 9G-TRONIC

 

 

not from Renualt / Nissian 

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