We Bought A C300

"Zerofret" (zerofret)
11/28/2016 at 22:10 • Filed to: mercedes, mercedes benz, new car, cclass, c300, car, story, dog, merc

Well, My parents did at least.

For my entire life, my parents have made huge sacrifices so that I could get the best education and what-not, and I’m extremely grateful for that. However, because of that they’ve never really gotten to treat themselves to a “big ticket item” like this. So now that I’ve graduated high school, have a full time job that gives me full healthcare coverage etc. I don’t have to rely on them for everything like most millennials do. At the same time, our farm in south texas, which has been in the family since the 1940's, just started producing oil like crazy which has been a real blessing. In the event of that my parents have just been funneling the money into savings which I respect them for. However, my dad’s 2007 Infinity G35 that he bought 3 years ago just started to crap out on him. After hearing them discuss what kind of car to look for on craigslist, I had only one response for them:

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So I made my case and convinced them to do just that. The day after Thanksgiving I went with them to the nearest MB dealership. My mom’s always dreamed about owning one, and apparently we have some sort of family ties to Emil Jellinek, who created the Mercedes trademark in 1902, naming the cars after his daughter.

Who knows...

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Anyways, we got to the dealership and after I was done drooling over all the AMGs I’ll probably never be able to afford, we headed over to the section of C-classes.

They insisted to buy a certified pre-owned, and I honestly had no argument against it, so we looked. I personally am a fan of the sport packages that only have the star on the front and a small one on the hood.

But then my dad’s eye was caught by the only C-Class with the luxury package that was on the lot. Granted, there’s not much difference between the two other than front ends and slightly different suspensions, It’s still basically the same car. But I had to agree, it was different due to the fact that you see less MB cars with the classic hood ornament any more. Plus having the grille open up upon starting the car is a nice added touch.

kinda like a mini S-Class

So they took it for a test drive and loved it. They wanted to think about it overnight, but low-and-behold we were back at the dealership the next morning. to make a long story short it was quite the hassle to negotiate it since it was, The only C-class luxury package on the lot”.

So finally we came to a deal. To wrap it all up we settled on the 2016 C300 with 5,000 miles on the odometer with luxury package, multimedia package, 5 year unlimited mileage warranty, and a thrown in wheel and tire package for a little over 40K, we couldn’t complain.

Right now, I’ve only gotten to drive it 2 times, but overall it’s quite an enjoyable ride. the comfort mode is obviously the mode that will get the most use, but there is a noticeable difference upon switching it to Sport+ mode. It does only have a 2.0L 4-cyl but it has a nice throttle response to it. I did miss the feel of the V8 that’s in my homicidal Mustang, but that same mustang felt like i was inside a Happy Meal toy after switching back from the interior found in the Mercedes.

What I dislike the most so far, is the infotainment system. A lot of people complain about the size of the non-retractable screen, but I’m not bothered by that. what I’m really bothered by is the UI, and this:

the touch pad is a nice idea, but 9 out of 10 times, its going to be the click wheel that gets the most use, making the touch pad just an annoying obstacle.

Going back to the screen, I can watch Star Wars on it so I can’t complain

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The Panoramic sunroof is pretty cool

Until you’re sitting in a parking lot and a crow lands on it with a piece of garlic bread in its beak and then begins walking on top making tapping noises. Accurate representation of my experience below.

Otherwise, I have no major complaints about it so far. Just happy my parents were finally able to get in the “Treat Yo Self” mentality.

mini photo dump:

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DISCUSSION (19)

BrianGriffin thinks “reliable” is just a state of mind > Zerofret
11/28/2016 at 22:14

Yesterday I saw a new MB who had the hood ornament wrapped in green fake tree fur to mimic a wreath.

Your parents should not do that.

But congrats on the new car!!!

Zerofret > BrianGriffin thinks “reliable” is just a state of mind
11/28/2016 at 22:15

I will advise against that like crazy.

dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford > Zerofret
11/28/2016 at 22:17

I love these luxury edition C-Klasses. A vast majority of the C’s are Sport so it’s nice to see one with a proper hood ornament.

E90M3 > Zerofret
11/28/2016 at 22:23

Park Place? I got my M3 from their Porsche dealer.

E90M3 > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford
11/28/2016 at 22:23

A hood ornament would be required for me to own a Benz, I don’t know why people buy them without one.

Zerofret > E90M3
11/28/2016 at 22:27

Yeah! Had an overall pleasant experience

E90M3 > Zerofret
11/28/2016 at 22:28

I was very pleased as well, as I never visited the dealer in person as I was living in Corpus at the time, did it all over the phone.

Invinciblejets > Zerofret
11/28/2016 at 22:35

Oh god.

Eric @ opposite-lock.com > E90M3
11/28/2016 at 22:54

Agreed. Would not buy one without an ornament, either. I mean, they’re rare to begin with, so if it is available, I’m going to get one. If I couldn’t have an ornament on one, I’d just get an Audi.

Amoore100 > Zerofret
11/28/2016 at 22:55

I love it. This is how you Benz. Enough of these stupid kids around here picking up new S-Classes with their parents’ money, a Mercedes is something that you’re supposed to earn, something that you appreciate for more than just a freaking badge. Glad to hear that they’re enjoying it so far and I hope they love it for many years to come. (Also, the shutters open on start-up? That is damn cool.)

m-b-w loves his SUBAROO > Zerofret
11/28/2016 at 23:02

That car oozes class!

E90M3 > Eric @ opposite-lock.com
11/28/2016 at 23:05

I think you can swap out the grills and put the hood ornament on the sport trim, which is good news cause I quite want a Benz.

sellphones2493 > Zerofret
11/29/2016 at 00:56

I’m interested to see how this goes. My mom is about to pick hers up on Friday...it’ll be replacing a 2009 Audi A5.

Kinja'd!!!

Tapas > Zerofret
11/29/2016 at 02:01

Congrats on your (parent’s) purchase :)

Park Place? Their Jaguar dealership has nice CPO examples of the F Type.

Also, used to live in DFW and am familiar with the Plano/Irving area. Of course it was the last C Class with the luxury package on the lot. What do you think all the other Asians drive?? lol

Disclaimer: Am Asian, coincidentally with an Asian family. Am familiar with the stereotype.