2014/2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Thread

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10-21-13, 06:50 AM

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i wonder if the screen is like that so you can tilt/turn it like a rear view mirror to adjust for different driver head positions?

10-21-13, 07:25 AM

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New C Class...any info on size specs? Same frame/WB? Same exterior/interior size?

Is this a "major" or "refresh" update?

Thanks...Tom

10-21-13, 07:25 AM

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I like it so far

10-21-13, 07:26 AM

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I can't believe the C-class is getting a new generation, I still find the current model fresh looking and really handsome inside and out and they sell like hotcakes.

The interior is nice but I agree that looks like a bloody iPad or Galaxy Tab sitting in your face. Really not pleasing. It won't matter though

10-21-13, 08:45 AM

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It looks like the CD slot is gone...so mb is going to be the first one to slowly phase out the cd?

I think this sleek interior is more fitting for the CLA than the c class.

10-21-13, 08:46 AM

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Agree on both points - didn't realize that the C-Class was already up for a new generation. The current car looks great still, IMO.

Something about that interior isn't quite jiving for me...the screen looks like a bad after thought (Mazda-esque) and I'm not quite sure what that massive bin/storage box is for, directly in the middle of the waterfall dash?

10-21-13, 09:09 AM

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It looks like the CD slot is gone...so mb is going to be the first one to slowly phase out the cd?

I think this sleek interior is more fitting for the CLA than the c class.

If I'm not mistaken, the CD player is still there.

It's located just above the analog clock

10-21-13, 10:06 AM

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can we take the screen outside the car, like an ipad? Since thats how it looks... otherwise, it is good looking, cockpit like.

Thats not a bad idea, might even happen since I recall Apple announcing they were working with car manufacturers on a car version of IOS.

10-21-13, 12:27 PM

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all the germans seem to favor the "ipad stuck on the dash" look. also looks like MB beat out lexus for full touch based nav controls?

10-21-13, 12:44 PM

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Thats not a bad idea, might even happen since I recall Apple announcing they were working with car manufacturers on a car version of IOS.

Until you lose it and have to go to MB to purchase a $3k replacement

10-21-13, 02:41 PM

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Really really hate the massive storage bins under the vent. I can only hope this is the euro model which usually don't get cup holders. Hopefully the US models get something there.

10-21-13, 03:08 PM

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The interior looks very retro. I don't understand the screen - I would think it would be very difficult to see due to glare? Screens set into the dash have had a "hood" for this very reason. The ones that haven't, like in the LR2 or the JX, can be difficult to see.