Why You Should Buy a Mercedes-Benz C Class Coupe in 2020 - 3 Year Ownership Review
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- Опубликовано: 25 апр 2020
- In this video I talk about my ownership experience of my Mercedes Benz C 300 Coupe and I talk about the good and the bad. I go over how reliable it is what to look out for and how well rounded it is overall. Hope it helps be sure to like and subscribe for more content.
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thinking about getting one of these and this video gives me great confidence thanks.
for someone who recently fell in love with the look at this car this review puts me off.
amazing review man. Looking to buy one very soon so you helped me a lot. Keep up the good work!
Thank you glad to help👌🏻
That was actually incredibly helpful. The CarPlay tip is key.
Glad to help
I really love the honesty and I will subscribe because I am looking at the same vehicle to buy within the next two weeks
Good luck thank you for the support👌🏻
This made me miss mine so much it’s such an amazing daily. Great video again.
Thanks bud yeah it is a good day just need something a bit more exciting on the side👌🏻
Thank you James for this great review. I test drove a 2017 today and it was priced at 30,000. I test drove the 2020 late last year I am looking to trade in my 2017 CLA-250/4-MATIC -SPORTS PACKAGE. I don't want to lease this time around. This was again very helpful.
I'm glad to help out good luck with the new car👌🏻
Love this spec. With the 19” AMG wheels and night package.
Lovely review, really enjoyed it
As always very OBJECTIVE review. I’m the same way I don’t validate something just cause I have it.
Thank you Willie, yeah for this one I wanted to keep it honest and not sugar coat things👌🏻
I had an SLK with every last one of the issues you named and before you even said it, i had a similar thought as you…”I can drive an Altima that doesnt rattle and be fine,i paid to much to deal with such an annoying issue” …glad im not alone in that lol. Ppl really dont get how wracking that sound is.
Just found your channel. Thanks for such an honest review. Must be difficult to do when it's your own vehicle.
Haha yeah it certainly is very different, but thank you for the feedback glad it helped you!
lol i love how much you love your car, it gets me excited about buying mine. im gonna do a white convertible black top cream interior
Good luck with the new car!
That's the exact car I drove for a couple years and added black wheels to it, it's a great combo
@@MithProd rims *
Adriana how do you like your new car?
Thots always feen over Mercedes , Range Rover
great review!! im planning on purchasing one of these as my first car when i turn 16 next year. perfect vehicle.
Same!!
You won’t be able to afford the repairs at that age
Mark my parents 😂🙏🏼
I want to get mine at 17
Lol 16
This was a very good video ❤️❤️🙏 Thank you..
Best review. Thank you.
I purchased a 2017 2 years ago. It’s loaded with packages. Premium 3, Airmatic, night, heads-up display,
Watched your vid before I got my C200 (EU base car) and I have been in love with every single thing EXCEPT performance, even though the C300 has more power than my C200 (180hp) I still think like you said: if you are someone that notices performance and wants the occasional bite, THIS IS NOT THE RIGHT CAR! Anyways, love the channel man!
Thank you I appreciate the support!
James … thanks for the honest feedback on your experience. I am having 2nd thoughts about buying a new 2022/2023 C300 after hearing about your issues with the headliner and speaker. Totally unacceptable for a car in this price range but worse is the fact that it took 5 and 7 trips to get these things resolved.
I much prefer the Porsche Macan over any MB. I know they are apples and oranges but we are looking at all options for my wife’s car.
Unless you get a s class product the quality with mb has gone down Volkswagen auto group has better build quality in my opinion, but I still love mb regardless
thank you for the honest review
Just starting to looking for a starter luxury coupe, and loved ur review man! Just became a fun! Just wondering where do you normally go look for a used one? All the 2018 used c300 I can find online are well above 3,2000
Super helpful.
Keep your Car dude, this is one of the best choice you have tô keep driving During the hollydays. I own a c180 in Brazil and just love the car. Dont Think I could find something in BMW or Audi that matches the c class
Great video, thank you. Didn't know the transmission situation (7sp vs 9sp).
Happy to help
Hi from Tropical Cairns Australia. I purchased a 2018 Mercedes C200 white 2 door coupe with 2.0 L and 9 speed box 1 year ago, It had just 17,000kms (10560 miles) now 23,000 kms, it has every option, sun roof, AMG sport package and wheels, Birmister audio and Apple Carplay, It was a one owner, as new with service warranty. This car new here (with extras) about AU$80K, I paid AU$60K, We are seniors no interest in speed, and limit here is city subs 60 KPH (38MPH), highways 100 KPH, So all the speed we need.
Found the car to be perfect for 2 with an occasional extra passenger in rear seat, and best to enter rear forward and out of car backwards, Its a great drive up the winding ocean road (an hour from Cairns) past the beaches to Port Douglas and Palm Cove. Had a few thumbs up at the lights and even a parking inspector said it was one the nicest cars he had seen!.
Not had one problem with the car as yet so happy as!.
Awesome review! I was about to buy a 2017 for $31,000. Glad I watched this first. Thank you so much 😊
Oh you rich rich
Your welcome I'm glad to help👌🏻
Good luck
I just went looking at the 2021s today to see what I’m gonna buy in 2023 Lol. Love this car
lool you already know
Oh by the way great review. I am actually an owner of a 2010 Mercedes 300 all-wheel-drive. With 160,000 miles on it. And I am thinking of going again with Mercedes. I have not had that much noise trouble. But I have replaced alternators once and secondary air pumps at least three times.I was hoping that with a 17 model it would be a little less mechanical problems
Im thinking about getting a c300 2019 and I don’t want, when I get to 150,000 miles I have to get another engine or something 🥴 I’ve been doing a lot of research.. but your comment helped a lot..
I’m saving for one now, great car. Excellent review
You didn't mention anything about the differences between a RWD and 4WD, so what do you think about getting a RWD? In my country the difference in prices between those are huge, but since we have pretty long winters I'm still seriously thinking about the 4WD. Great video anyways, loved your input, especially about the 2018+ gearbox, haven't really thought about it before.
Thanks for the informative review. Maybe you can do one of an E450 Wagon at some point. Thanks.
Your welcome I'll keep it in mind
Very informative video, I think you convinced me to go with a 2018 over a 2017 C 300
Glad to help out👌🏻
Hi there! Can I ask why? I just saw a really nice 2017 C300 Coupe with 33K at $29K. Any thoughts?
I was waiting for this update! Sold, next car is the C Class Coupe. Waiting for the 2021 redesign.
Glad to help bud good luck
There wont be a 2021 C coupe redesign :)
Oh, dear! I'm close to ordering an E53 Coupe (or I was). I hate creeks and rattles. My experience has not been good with locating and fixing and therefore, rattles are a deal-breaker. I currently drive a 5 series that is three years old with nary a squeak or a rattle. Thanks for this review.
Awesome video James! so much better than some of the other self proclaimed "experts" keep up the AMAZING job.
Thank you
I have an E300 myself and my wife the GLE350. Both are great cars so far. My previous X3 xdrive35i from 2014 was a total clusterfuck in comparison.
Amazing review, planning to buy one based off of this review. Glad you were honest. Not sure what price range I should be looking for?
Glad to help, wish I could advise on pricing but I can't atm
Great review
Wow, this video came in clutch. Just subscribed to your page.
Thank you
nice video man thanks
Thanks mate, a very informative video. I'll go probably for C400 which should have similar performance to C43, sure without the sporty noise - which I'm not very fond of either way - but for less money.
I have a 2017 model and it has been essentially trouble free. The car has 35,000 miles. I just got new front tires for $666. What ever you do, don't go to the dealer for routine maintenance. MB charges an arm and a leg to change the oil. They decided to make their money from service, not sales.
Good video man!
Thank you
Nice review 👍
Great vid!
Thank you
I’m about to put a down payment on it next month thanks for the review 👏
Your welcome glad to help
What was your down payment because I’m not sure how much I should put down
Herman Ruz $6000 just put 20% down if you can
Oh yeah! That’s what we like to hear!
Hey man :) can you tell me what audio settings you chose for the burmester?
Amo el c 300 💚💚
Just bought the 2018 sedan 13,000 miles, CarPlay and Burmester for 27,000. Couldn’t agree more those two options are a must with this car. You’re also right about depreciation. The original sticker price on the car we bought was over $50,000.
How the fuck you get it for that cheap?
Lucky I guess. They had 8 of them for sale in Grand Rapids Michigan where I live. I found one in Chicago that had everything I wanted and it happened to be 5000 cheaper than anything they had in GR.I sent a link to the salesman in GR. He would only come down 600. I drove to Chicago and bought the car. It’s a great car we love it!
En interior es guapísimooo👏👏
Excellent review. C43 is the sweet spot. Have all the same feelings about this car. So frustrated it doesn’t have CarPlay. Hardly ever use the screen. I have the same headliner issue! So annoying. Never fixed. Been in shop multiple times. I’ve never had winter tires and the car is TERRIBLE in the winter. Unsafe. Literally sliding into intersections. I have a 2017 c300 coupe edition 1, which has rear wheel drive. A beautiful spec in matte gray. Bumeister stereo is great, but lacking in base. Nobody loves being in that back seat. Lol.
Lol so at least I'm not the only one, my friends say why do you complain, and I say the car just doesn't wow me
I’ve seen them for around 22k on auto trader, for that price for a luxurious car like this it can’t be beat. You can buy a new corolla or you could get this! (Although cost of ownership is definitely higher with the Mercedes)
SergThe Flurge it is but not when it's this new
James Salvatore agreed! Regardless it’s a beautiful car for the price.
SergThe Flurge for sure👌🏻
Do you remember how old and how many miles the ones you saw had?
With these prices now 25-30k used 2017-2018 with over 50k miles
Love it
I've just bought a 2019 C200 Coupe and wanted to know if you had to pay for the rattling issues to be fixed?
No I did not it's a manufacturer defect
I have 2021 c300 4 matic it’s awesome
Love the car dude, contemplating weather to get a c220/c300, Audi A5, or a 4 series coupe. All three will be two doors couple. Anything you can say about any of your experiences with any of these cars and what to choose?
That 4 series coupe 🔥
Dont get a BMW theyre so unreliable compared to mercedes
i have a 2018 C300 Coupe too. Probably exactly the same as yours. Same colours too. i got it new 130k USD here in Vietnam. It's my daily too and I agree with many of your points. No runflats on this car, runflats make the ride so crashy. Mine does not have the air suspension too. I think it makes the car less reliable. Always prone to leaks and stuff. Engine reliable, yes it is and I'm doing my own services. My front shocks managed to get a little bit of dirt inside the rubber boots and it started squeaking each time the spring got compressed or decompressed. Some cleaning at the dealership sorted it out. Not 100% but 95%, also good enough for me. Was under warranty. I also have the headboard rattle but that's over really rough surfaces and i think i could live with mine. Mine's not that bad. I dont have any air con vent or trim rattles even over country roads. And i'm talking dirt roads. So yeah pretty all right. I don't have any other issues.
Mine has some simple performance mods. A hybrid turbo and water methanol system since 91 octane gas is the highest available here. It now makes 258hp at the wheels and still has the all roundedness that i expect from a Mercedes. We don't have the C43 or C63 coupe here so this is it! I have the C63s coupe in another country but I do think that the C300 cannot be compared to the C63s. They are entirely different in all aspects and like you said, are made for different purposes.
Pretty happy with what I have and what it does. Oh and the depreciation here is also hell. I think I saw a 2017 7 speed version selling for about 80k USD recently. So that's a 50 grand drop in 3 years on a somewhat rare car in Vietnam. There are less than 20 to 30 of the C Coupe in the entire Vietnam. So i'm intending to keep mine for at least another 3 years. It's more of a lack of options than the depreciation. Great video! Subscribed to your channel too :)
If you do not mind me asking how much do you pay mer month for this car? I am looking at this same model
What is that exhaust system you have? Can't be stock....! Thanks!
If I were to get a coupe I’d have to be a the E450. I have the E300 so for me this one just feels cramped. I hope they redesign the taillights soon for the C Class. It’s starting to look dated. I agree on the acceleration though, specially with the E class because it’s a much heavier car than the C Coupe. It’s super slow. My lease is up this year, might just get the E450 sedan. PS- great review!
Thank you for the feedback! I totally feel where your coming from on that I've driven the e 300 it's too heavy to have the 4 cylinder in it. I think you'll really enjoy the e450 it's just enough👌🏻
thank you I found your review very helpful, I'm thinking to get a new car so limiting the options between new C300 coupe or pre owned porsche cayman? its just for daily use nothing sportive other than the look ;P what do you recommend ?
I've driven both go Porsche Cayman it's much more enjoyable day to day and they hold their value much better Mercedes have a huge depreciation rate Porsche is a much smarter financial decisions
@@JamesSalvatore thank you so much, Greeting from Kuwait
No problem that's cool to see I'm reaching people from across the world
Could you add one more puzzled 😕 I literally confused for E 300 coupe or to nock Porsche one door ! 😁
I’m a neighborhood .. Saudi Arabia
I'm debating c300 or Lexus ct 200h. Or do I go bigger with mazda 3 turbo? 🤔
I’m hoping you can help me I actually found a 2017 Mercedes C 300 coupe Awd in blue with tan interior I’m assuming it’s just off lease. And they want $35,800. I’m wondering if you think this is a good deal or should I go on my way. I should mention it must’ve been someone’s weekend toy because it only has 5000 miles on it.
Great video + car! I am a bit confused about the 7sp vs 9sp trans. We have our 2017 model and it has 9sp trans, but it's a cabriolet. 2017 coupes never came with 9 speed?
How’s the reliability?
@@WholesaleJewelleryAustralia been good so far. Knock on wood lol. Had squeaking brakes, issues with driver side quarter window rubber seal(two times in 5 years). All fixed under warranty. It was the first car sold in my state. Was one of those display models.
which is the best way to install apple car play on C 200 coupe 2019 ? thx
I’d like one in silver, to match my neighbor’s who has an AMG GTS and it’ll be like the mini version!
I have a 2018 on hold for $36K. It was a fleet car and only has 15k miles on it. Even though that is more than you said to spend do you think it is a good deal given the low mileage? Thanks for any help. Great review btw.
Carrie Hedderman thank you and tbh I think that is high. But if it's what you want and can justify it it's the right decision.
A fleet car. What fleet purchases a two-door Mercedes? Amazing, the stories people tell, and the stories people believe.
how does it handle snow (if it snows in your area). ever worried about getting stuck? :)
Try Michellin Crossclimate tires or at least All-weather instead of All-season
I love this video and I’m glad you’re producing such honest and high quality content. Would you be able to speak to the maintenance cost of owning this vehicle for 3 years? I know major repairs are costly, as they are with other manufacturers, but as far as scheduled maintenance- are the costs as exorbitant as people speak of for just regular running costs?
No they are very minimal find one low milage and get rid of it at 80k miles at 90 k all Mercedes have what they call sacrificial parts aka suspension controller arms bushings motor mounts etc. Those are costly to replace but is normal maintaince at that point. Brakes are more expensive than the average car but that's about it. Mine as I said in the video has been pretty good to me. As long as your ok with the higher cost of tires and brakes pads and rotors then your fine. Just heed my warning about the 90 k mile range cars
Khristopher Jones Thank you I'm glad it helped out👌🏻
I just found one last week in thinking of getting the original spec cost $56,000 now it's worth $22,900 the depreciation really hit these things hard
Funny how my c300 coupe 2017 came with the ambience light and not showing on the vehicle setting. Any help?
I think Americans should use the European WLTP fuel consumption standards for more accurate determination.
Yea I get 22 miles a gallon in mine and that was pretty low for me. My dad daily drives a c63 and mine isn’t much better then that
Did you change the steering wheel ? Because its not the AMG one
I can’t choose between the coupe or the cabriolet version, which one do you think is better?🤔
Depends if you store your car outside then coupe
2020 c300 coupe or the sedan?
My biggest disappointment with this car is that it does not have a spare tire. Of course, the salesperson did not mention it and I was assuming that it should be there. Worse, the car does not have enough space in the trank for the extra tire. I don't understand what Mercedes was thinking about.
cool video
I’m currently in between picking an Infiniti Q60 and a c300 coupe… I’ve always loved MB, but I’m looking for the best value with minimal issues, which one should I go for?
Never had an infinity so I can't speak for it Benz is a love and hate relationship I've paid a lot to maintain cats
with out music it is i think batter
Thanks for the feedback
torgue and pickup laggs when you are driving at say 30 mph and you have to quickly accelerate to a higher speed.
Overall a good review, but WOW, you spent way too much at the dealer for repairs. Hard to make a decision on the buy...
Great vid man! Guys shall i go for the coupe or sedan?
Coupe
I haven't watch the video but i agree
I know I'm late to this review!! ,but my 2013 buick verano doesn't evening make noise why driving. Beside the tore up streets.
I’m looking at the c250d coupe prob 2016/17 would u recommend these
If that’s the manual version I wouldn’t bother just get a 220d it’s an auto diesel, not sure if they sell them in the US though
Performance wise, do you think its equivalent to bmw 330i, audi a4/a5... basically any 250ish HP turbo german car?
I've owned all 3. performance vs a 330i or a5 quattro from the same year, no the c300 is 100% slower.
c300 is slow
Was Fortnite enough to get one of these in 2019 , and it's been adeam love everything about it
in the UK your looking at 60 mpg
Debating whether to get this C300 coupe or an E400 coupe?
If you want a car you can spiritedly drive definitely the c 43 if you want comfort the e unless you get air body control in the e then it will handle.
Honestly, I am looking forward to the 2023 C-class coupe.
Will the 2023 C Class coupe have the same interior as the 2022 C Class sedan (tech features/touch screens)? Looks great
@@Virtuenow The 2023 C-class will have an interior resembling the S-class interior. With a large dashboard tablet touchscreen display. Personally, I like it.
barchetta575m: omgsh 😱 I can’t wait 🥲, when will it be coming out?! Thanks 😊
@@Virtuenow I believe it will debut at end of 2022 and go on sale in early 2023 in the U.S. and it will be called the Mercedes CLE because the design will look a tiny bit sportier than the C-class sedan. They will also have a convertible version of it for about $60K.
barchetta575m : thank you! How much will the CLE Coupe start at? I hope it’s not too much more expensive 🫣😬. Right now the C Class starts at $47k which is good.
C300 vs CLA35 AMG?
I’m looking at buying one for my wife and they are asking on average 33-36k for an 2018 with 20-30k miles. Is that a good deal? I know you said no more than 28k at the time of this video. Thanks!
To be honest the market is very different now wish I had more for you
are the headlights good at night can you rate them 1 out of 10 ?
6 the active ones are much better it was an option. I recommend the 19 as the facelift added a lot to the cat
Nice video I’ve been thinking about getting one optioned pretty much the same but certified preowned! In Chicago (my location) i see them between 20-30k, I have excellent credit and I’m 23 with a Kia Optima SXL turbo right now but I hope to get one of these soon. I really don’t know where to start as far as how much I should save before I go for it (for maintenance) and how much I’m losing/spending monthly when I make the jump (Kia being not so much of a expensive brand) thanks anyway for reading to whom ever decided
I would say work the financing out but make sure you always have at least 3k at all times if you need a major service done or you need tires they get expensive. As long as you can do your finance payment insurance and property tax and have that left over on the side for unexpected things you'll be able to swing it.
James Salvatore thanks a lot for the reply!! I’d keep it long term and finance it to pay off so I can keep it. I really really like this car, I’m glad you made this video because the only thing I wondered about is maintenance and gas prices (87,89,93et) and I’m good to go. I save overs 1500 every month after all bills and expenses so I guess I should trade my car in and go for it! Do you Reccomend based on my situation?
I think you should be fine you just need to do your research on auto loans and call at least 5 different insurance companies. One thing I'd be sure to have is the bermister audio and apple carplay in the car they're the top features I recommend especially if you plan on keeping it for years. And I would highly recommend getting a pre purchase inspection done just to be safe
Your welcome I'm glad to help good luck with your purchase👌🏻
James Salvatore thanks a lot man I appreciate the info I’ll screenshot this and save it for next year that’s when I plan on the jump (just saving for now)
Do you still recommend it? How was it reliability wise?
I read that 2016 C coupe had issues but the 2017 was okay.
Do you still recommend it?
A month after and already a small headliner issue..😕
Any update? Was that the only problem or did you have anymore issues at all?
Please do you still have it ? If yes would you like to sell it?
Do you know why mercedes depreciate in value so much so quick?
No I don't wish I could tell you
This usually happens to cars with a lot of uncertainty with respect to issues that can go wrong, but are also mass produced. Over-engineered cars, for example. It's why very simple cars tend to hold onto their resale value; especially of there aren't many of them around.
So, if a newer car has lots of parts (Mercedes, BMW, hell even Rolls Royce), they drop in value quick.