TexMaximum

The price range on these lil -Benzes are 29,950 to $36,950.

The 3.2 is 215HP. You can also get the car in a 6spd (which I prolly can't use that well for starters) or a 5spd auto, and RWD Its curb wieght is about 3400Lbs?

I is300 I was looking at added up to about $35 before TTL.

Hom much Comp for a 4th gen or 5th Max? However MB is MB

Kenneth

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they look like s-classes which is cool. the 3.2 can go up to 45k and is not offered with 6-spd; only the 4-banger

AntGVR4

Benz is Benz right.. fine
The ONLY reason i HATE benz is cuz they are OVERPRICED !!!

fine built cars just not worth the money...
the new "C" class is a baby or "mini me" version of the redesigned "S" class..

The max will beat any version of of the "C" class..
whether it be C230 auto or 5spd or C320..
the C320 will be very close tho .. VERY close.. still an auto 4th gen max like mine will edge it out..

Ant

WoodEar

you kidding right??
$29k-$36k is just numbers on paper.
If you load a C320 up reasonably not fully, it hits low 40's very easily.

benny

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don't forget the charges for services. buying the car is a 1 price deal, the upkeep is going to hurt for the average joe. these car can run forever with proper services, but so can nissans and other brands. my opinion only

MaxRX7

It was nicer/quieter/smoother/much more refined than the Maxima, but it was NOT faster by any means. When I mashed in the accel.pedal the car made this hissing noise(maybe it would have sounded awesome with a CAI?)

TexMaximum

Engines are 2.6 Liter V6, this may be the not so fast one you were in. C240, and the other option is a 3.2 V6, 215hp, c320

Transmissions: 6 sped manual, and 5 speed automatic. No 4 bangers.

Published price range was $29,950 to $36,950 as per 2001 new cars guide. I think the 3.2 with the 6 spd should be very swift?

TexMaximum

You think the is300 would be a better value for a perfomance sedan?

fatmike

my grandparents have a c320 and it is pretty quick. I think that it could beat a 4th gen Max stock. i dont know about the 5th gen though

Phil02E46

this would be where i jump in.. any version?? u mean to tell me ur max whooped a C43AMG?? or is that not any version? im sure the new C AMG will have a hard time keeping up with a lil n/a 3.0L too.. as u can tell i love benz's family does too.. almost any type u can figure an uncle or cousin has..

Kenneth

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ok the smaller engine, it is available with manual not the 3.2 engine..

Kenneth

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free schedule maintenance with the warranty.

Kenneth

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STANDARD EQUIPMENT
(if appropriate, differences between alternative models are listed):

C320 (5A) (in addition to or instead of C240 (6M) equipment): 3.2L V6 SOHC SMPI 18-valve engine; 5-speed electronic OD automatic transmission with lock-up; 115 amp alternator; driver's selectable multi-mode automanual transmission; 3.27 axle ratio; stainless steel exhaust; driver's power remote auto dimming outside mirror, passenger's power remote with tilt down outside mirror; premium AM/FM stereo radio, seek-scan, cassette, CD changer pre-wiring, 10 premium speakers; driver's seat includes 8-way power seat, passenger's seat includes 8-way power seat; memory on driver's and passenger's seats with 3 memory setting(s) includes settings for exterior mirrors, steering wheel and headrests.


C240 (6M): 2.6L V6 SOHC SMPI 18-valve engine, (requires premium unleaded fuel); 6-speed OD manual transmission; HD battery; 90 amp alternator; rear-wheel drive, traction control, 3.46 axle ratio; stainless steel exhaust; electronic stability, front independent double wishbone suspension with anti-roll bar, front coil springs, gas-pressurized front shocks, rear independent multi-link suspension with anti-roll bar, rear coil springs, gas-pressurized rear shocks; power rack-and-pinion steering with vehicle speed-sensing assist; 4-wheel disc brakes with 4-wheel antilock brakes; 16.2 gal. capacity fuel tank; side impact bars; front and rear body-colored bumpers with body-colored rub strip, chrome bumper insert; body-colored bodyside molding with chrome bodyside insert; clearcoat monotone paint; aero-composite halogen auto on headlamps with daytime running lights, delay-off feature; additional exterior lights include front fog/driving lights; driver's and passenger's power remote body-colored heated folding outside mirrors with turn signal indicators, driver's auto dimming outside mirror; 16" x 7" silver alloy wheels; P205/55HR16 BSW A/S tires; inside under cargo mounted full-size alloy spare wheel; dual zone front air conditioning with climate control, air filter, rear heat ducts, residual heat recirculation; AM/FM stereo radio, seek-scan, cassette, CD changer pre-wiring, 7 speakers, theft deterrent, window grid antenna, radio steering wheel controls; cruise control; power door locks with 2 stage unlock, remote keyless entry, child safety rear door locks, power remote hatch release; cell phone pre-wiring, 1 power accessory outlet, front lighter element(s), driver's foot rest, garage door opener, smokers' package, first aid kit, emergency S.O.S; instrumentation display includes tachometer, water temperature gauge, in-dash clock, exterior temp, systems monitor, trip odometer; warning indicators include water temp, battery, low oil level, low coolant, lights on, key in ignition, low fuel, low washer fluid, bulb failure, door ajar, trunk ajar, service interval, brake fluid; driver's and passenger's front airbags, driver's and front passenger's door mounted side airbags, overhead airbag; ignition disable, panic alarm, tracker system, security system; tinted windows, power front and rear windows with front and rear 1-touch down; heated jets variable speed intermittent front windshield wipers, sun visor strip, rear window defroster; seating capacity of 5, front bucket seats, adjustable tilt headrests, center armrest with storage, driver's seat includes 4-way power seat, 8-way direction control, passenger's seat includes 4-way power seat, 8-way direction control; rear bench seat with power adjustable headrests, center armrest; front height adjustable seatbelts with front pretensioners; leather seats, leatherette door trim insert, full cloth headliner, full carpet floor covering with carpeted floor mats, genuine wood dashboard insert, leather-wrapped gearshift ****, genuine wood door panel insert, genuine wood console insert, chrome interior accents; interior lights include dome light with fade, front reading lights, 2 door curb lights, illuminated entry; leather-wrapped steering wheel with tilt and telescopic adjustment; dual illuminated vanity mirrors; auto-dimming day/night rearview mirror; full floor console, mini overhead console locking glove box with light, front and rear cupholders, instrument panel bin, 2 seat back storage pockets, refrigerated/cooled box, driver's and passenger's door bins; carpeted cargo floor, carpeted trunk lid, cargo light; chrome grille, black side window moldings, black front windshield molding, black rear window molding and chrome door handles.

AntGVR4

you got me phil..
i should have said my wimpy lil NA 3.0L will just barely edge out the C320 and will beat the C240 regardless of which tranny the C240 has... now if the C320 came with a manual tranny than it would edge out my lil NA 3.0L motor ..

C43.. good bye max..i saw one run at etown this summer.. couple of kids with mommys C43, M3, and 528
C43 ran 14.3
M3 ran 14.4
528 ran 16.0

Ant

TexMaximum

I really liked the IS300, just thought these cars would be a good option to consider?

davis449

I would have to say the car that is worth the money you pay is a BMW!

Southpaw17

those c series benzes are so overpriced u get nothing for the money i would never pay over 30k for that car with any engine and the amg version is like 45k to start, just my opinion, but if i could afford i get the 500sl those a real nice. and have alot of ballz.

DEBO

tclee

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get a used audi S4 fully loaded for about $38K odd or so..

goto http://www.worldwidewheels.com and feast your eyes!

6spd, 250bhp twin turbo with AWD

WoodEar

because speed ain't the only thing when it comes to cars
Audi is not a Benz, just like Benz isn't a Bentley

Southpaw17

i wanna a jag xkr 370 s/c hp. a good buy at 75k

DEBO.

68Stang

Can' go wrong with a Lexus GS. I would take a GS 400 over a benz, bmw, audi, etc.