I am waiting for a sister site, Pauline Car Reviews. Review car like an Auntie, talk about costs, where to fix, what breaks often, etc like this video. More of this sort of reviews in writing too.
Hafriz Shah bro, since you have a 208 GTi, consider doing a review of that as well. Interested to know how it performs in Malaysian roads as I've got a Fiesta ST myself.. 😉
Will do so soon! In the meantime, here's a story I wrote a while back comparing the Peugeot 208 GTi, Ford Fiesta ST and Renault Clio RS: paultan.org/2014/12/23/ford-fiesta-st-vs-peugeot-208-gti-vs-renault-clio-rs-one-best-hot-hatch-sale-malaysia/
Thanks for the review. I have a C300 AMG Line and I'm 4500miles into ownership so was interested in hearing other owners views when I found your video. I've got the 9G so mine's a bit newer. Mine is a Coupe, but a similar spec. I have the same wood trim, except the door parts on mine are a brushed aluminium, same as the strip above the air vents which I think looks better and you don't get the mis match of wood grains. Mine is a UK supplied car so maybe slight differences in territories or maybe they changed the spec slightly. I got mine late 2017. My centre arm rest doesn't always open, the button needs to be pushed quite hard, but also, shutting the doors requires 2 or 3 attempts. The red seats in mine are actually fine kappa leather, so is the red on the doors, the dash and top of the doors is the artificial leather. My dash has an annoying rattle coming from in front of the driver, it's a lower tone that the 'cheap' noise when you tap things, you can't re create it from hitting the dash, only when driving on the terrible roads we have in the UK. Does annoy me that the C Class in COMAND doesn't show my actual coupe and just a generic C Class coupe. On the wheels, I have found the finish to be poor on the painted part. They have chips all in them (not from curbs either) and when washing them, they get so many swirl marks no matter how careful I am. I've also noticed little rust spots all over the sides and rear of the car, I think it's either the brake pad compound or from the brakes themselves. Very annoying. I need to take it back to MB to look at, but they're only open Mon-Fri 9-5 when I'm at work.
Excellent review - I think you are very articulate & respect your honesty as regards to what influences your buying choice in cars. (I'm not that mad on the 3 series and think it is a little overrated (& hate the A4 ! I hate all Audi's !) I think that overall a nicely optioned C class with a decent engine is overall the best in class. Many thanks.....all the way from London !
Hafriz, thanks for the review of the 208 GTi, Fiesta ST and the Clio RS. Since you've had the GTi for awhile, can you provide some feedback of its reliability so far or if it's given you any problems (wink wink: such as the "other" GTI's clutch problem)?
I really like design of car but I'm afraid of that ''cheap cabin'' feeling, alot of people noticed that with new C class. Is it that big of deal in person? How overall interior feel compares to previous generation of E segment, like bmw 5 f10 or audi a6/7? Equal, better or still not at that level?
Does this comand on the C300 supports Apple Car Play ? tested on my friend's C250 and it doesn't work plus they don't offer to update it to newer version. unlike the BMW where u can update the NBT version 4.2 to the version 5.0 to support the Apple Car Play at the dealership. Correct me if i'm wrong
I have my A250 for close to 4 year now. And that my first Merc. And IMO Merc car nowadays is much better looking and feel higher Q than BMW. I tested the 1 series before buying the A, and dash board, the orange colour and boring gauge is definitely the big turn down for me. Don't even mention the boring and old looking T panel of the dash. Am thinking to get the C, so Hafriz, thanks so much for this great and honest review. C350 Hybrid it is...
Good honest reviews. Good job Hafriz Shah. :) However, while impressed with the reviews, i'm disappointed with the car. I mean I expect a Merc to be more comfortable and have better ride than the BMW 3 series. The AMG line is firm and doesnt soak up the road harshness but doesnt handle well. So its neither a drivers car or a comfy cruisers, this is especially so with the poor room at the back. That driving dynamics double lose is a bit too much in my opinion. Seems like all this car has is quality interior for the driver, not passenger. Expected more from Mercedes Benz.
It would be great if you can test / compare the sound system between this and and the A4 / 3 series. Does it have adaptive cruise control / lane keep assist?
How do you take care of those 19" rim? Hardly any visible dent or scratches... other than the replacement. The boot space between the C300 and C350e... heaven and earth.
Just have to be extra mindful of them when parking, I guess. Knowing each wheel costs RM4k also helps ;) As for the boot space, yes, the C350e's stepped floor robs a lot of space. Plus there's no under-floor storage or even a side net storage. A shame.
Hafriz Shah .... Thx for walkin thru the service costs & potential wheel cost... 😂. Pan roof & rims similar both models. But C300 and C250 gets the stitched dash. Nice luxurious touch.
I just bought a 2015 c300 AMG...this is also my first Mercedes (previously owned the Lexus IS350 f sport)...where is the button to raise the car to go over bumps? Thanks!
Exactly. I didn't like that at first. And honestly, I feel like I am drive a van/bus than a Merc when I first have my car. But seriously, I find that this is super convenient now, especially when you need to do some tight reverse or side parking, 3-points turn, etc. With a flip of you lilttle finger without the needs to moving your hand off the steering...what a joy. I miss this gear knobs whenever I drive my wife's Civic.
Hafriz Shah Thank you so much for your reply! According to you, would it be wise to purchase a c class this year or can we expect a facelift next year for Malaysian markets?
There's always going to be a newer version coming out soon hahah! The W205 facelift should be unveiled towards the end of this year, and it'll probably reach Malaysia some time next year. There's no guarantee that everyone will like the facelift tho. Get an early look here: paultan.org/2017/02/21/spied-mercedes-w205-c-class-facelift-spotted-testing/
Defend your opinion. Why is it overpriced? Have you actually built and priced a C300? They are actually quite affordably priced. Poser? What precisely is it "posing" as? It's a German Midsized Sedan and that's precisely what it looks like.
Nice Ride. I owned A black C300 4matic with luxury package, premium sound system and panoramic sunroof. Best ride ever for us.
I am waiting for a sister site, Pauline Car Reviews. Review car like an Auntie, talk about costs, where to fix, what breaks often, etc like this video. More of this sort of reviews in writing too.
My favourite review is long term review which is rare. Good job.
Very informative review, I honestly expected much more from a RM300k car which costs an arm and a leg to maintain. I guess it's Mazda 3 for me then
I'm from Thailand.. and I have yet to see a review in Thai as detail and as useful as this. Thanks a bunch my friend. Really nice job.
That indeed a very rare review... Need more of this sort of honest reviews... 👍👍👍
Very detailed and informative! Full of practical observations! Well made video worth the time to watch it! Thanks!
The review is great as per Hafriz usual. Any idea how old is he, looks uber young but is experienced as well
Good one Hafriz confident talk about your own car,looking more of this voice tone in your next car review.All the best and best wishes :-)
"COMAND" is spelled the way it is, because it is in fact an Acronym. C.O.M.A.N.D COckpit MAnagment and Navigation Device.
Of course I knew that, was just a joke, mate ;)
You may know it, but many do not! :)
Awesome review by the way. Very fair and balanced!
Brett DiMichele Studios thanks!
have more of this honest review of personal cars. nice job!
Thanks buddy!
Hafriz Shah bro, since you have a 208 GTi, consider doing a review of that as well. Interested to know how it performs in Malaysian roads as I've got a Fiesta ST myself.. 😉
Will do so soon!
In the meantime, here's a story I wrote a while back comparing the Peugeot 208 GTi, Ford Fiesta ST and Renault Clio RS: paultan.org/2014/12/23/ford-fiesta-st-vs-peugeot-208-gti-vs-renault-clio-rs-one-best-hot-hatch-sale-malaysia/
do more review on it, divided between buying a bimmer or merc
Good choice on the 19" tires and AMG wheels, they look great.
congratulations on your car (little bit too late haha), you have a very beautifully and well spect car !
Thanks for the review. I have a C300 AMG Line and I'm 4500miles into ownership so was interested in hearing other owners views when I found your video. I've got the 9G so mine's a bit newer.
Mine is a Coupe, but a similar spec. I have the same wood trim, except the door parts on mine are a brushed aluminium, same as the strip above the air vents which I think looks better and you don't get the mis match of wood grains. Mine is a UK supplied car so maybe slight differences in territories or maybe they changed the spec slightly. I got mine late 2017.
My centre arm rest doesn't always open, the button needs to be pushed quite hard, but also, shutting the doors requires 2 or 3 attempts.
The red seats in mine are actually fine kappa leather, so is the red on the doors, the dash and top of the doors is the artificial leather.
My dash has an annoying rattle coming from in front of the driver, it's a lower tone that the 'cheap' noise when you tap things, you can't re create it from hitting the dash, only when driving on the terrible roads we have in the UK.
Does annoy me that the C Class in COMAND doesn't show my actual coupe and just a generic C Class coupe.
On the wheels, I have found the finish to be poor on the painted part. They have chips all in them (not from curbs either) and when washing them, they get so many swirl marks no matter how careful I am.
I've also noticed little rust spots all over the sides and rear of the car, I think it's either the brake pad compound or from the brakes themselves. Very annoying.
I need to take it back to MB to look at, but they're only open Mon-Fri 9-5 when I'm at work.
Hello there,
Good day.
Please, do you have a minute?
Excellent review - I think you are very articulate & respect your honesty as regards to what influences your buying choice in cars.
(I'm not that mad on the 3 series and think it is a little overrated (& hate the A4 ! I hate all Audi's !)
I think that overall a nicely optioned C class with a decent engine is overall the best in class.
Many thanks.....all the way from London !
Hafriz, thanks for the review of the 208 GTi, Fiesta ST and the Clio RS. Since you've had the GTi for awhile, can you provide some feedback of its reliability so far or if it's given you any problems (wink wink: such as the "other" GTI's clutch problem)?
Woww👍 damn it feels good to have that car 👍🏻
TW Steel watch - my kind of taste! :D got 10 i call my own, bro :D great review!
I really like design of car but I'm afraid of that ''cheap cabin'' feeling, alot of people noticed that with new C class. Is it that big of deal in person? How overall interior feel compares to previous generation of E segment, like bmw 5 f10 or audi a6/7? Equal, better or still not at that level?
Can I work for paultan.org too? Maybe then I'll be able to afford a Mercs :p
Harv's 86 please aka MSF safety car
Does this comand on the C300 supports Apple Car Play ? tested on my friend's C250 and it doesn't work plus they don't offer to update it to newer version. unlike the BMW where u can update the NBT version 4.2 to the version 5.0 to support the Apple Car Play at the dealership. Correct me if i'm wrong
No it doesn't support Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. For now, only the W213 E-Clas does.
Hey, thanks for an awesome review... Would you choose c300 amg line or A4 s line? Im stuck between those two...
bravo, do more review like this
Thanks, and will do!
IMHO, Q50 beats most entry level luxury compact sedan. im driving one. Unless Alfa Romeo Malaysia decided to bring in Quadrifolio..
Wow,, thats sad to hear about this. Because in overseas there are comparo between entry level exec and Alfa stands out the most.
please do one for 3 series! (330e) in particular, if you do have one thanks!
We don't have a 330e in our fleet, but how about a Tesla Model S? ;)
ahh okay, wouldn't mind but still more interested in the 330e. thanks man
saw a red Tesla Model S around PJ area last week (8999), is that the one?
Hello there,
Good day.
Do you have a minute, please?
what do you think of C250 AMG LINE ?
great bro. very honest review
Great review! But it the “decent” leg room space in the back is decent yes for a COMPACT car.
I have my A250 for close to 4 year now. And that my first Merc. And IMO Merc car nowadays is much better looking and feel higher Q than BMW. I tested the 1 series before buying the A, and dash board, the orange colour and boring gauge is definitely the big turn down for me. Don't even mention the boring and old looking T panel of the dash.
Am thinking to get the C, so Hafriz, thanks so much for this great and honest review. C350 Hybrid it is...
Albert Yap Enjoy the C350e! Lovely ride with the Airmatic Suspension.
its not about the miles per gallon, its about the smiles per gallon ;)
It's real wood that's why it doesn't look the same!
Good honest reviews. Good job Hafriz Shah. :) However, while impressed with the reviews, i'm disappointed with the car. I mean I expect a Merc to be more comfortable and have better ride than the BMW 3 series. The AMG line is firm and doesnt soak up the road harshness but doesnt handle well. So its neither a drivers car or a comfy cruisers, this is especially so with the poor room at the back. That driving dynamics double lose is a bit too much in my opinion. Seems like all this car has is quality interior for the driver, not passenger. Expected more from Mercedes Benz.
Any rattle ? I own my w205 for 2 yrs now and hate thouse loud rattle noise during colder temp weather. Other thsn thar its a beautiful car to own
It would be great if you can test / compare the sound system between this and and the A4 / 3 series. Does it have adaptive cruise control / lane keep assist?
Nice car dude!
Thanks!
do more review on it, divided between buying a bimmer or merc
How do you take care of those 19" rim? Hardly any visible dent or scratches... other than the replacement. The boot space between the C300 and C350e... heaven and earth.
Just have to be extra mindful of them when parking, I guess. Knowing each wheel costs RM4k also helps ;)
As for the boot space, yes, the C350e's stepped floor robs a lot of space. Plus there's no under-floor storage or even a side net storage. A shame.
Hafriz Shah .... Thx for walkin thru the service costs & potential wheel cost... 😂. Pan roof & rims similar both models. But C300 and C250 gets the stitched dash. Nice luxurious touch.
now i only realised it was so costly to maintenance a Merz
You can fold down seats in BMW. It even does it in my M3... I dk what he's talking about
+Michael Broski in Malaysia, all the F30 3 Series sold here do not get fold-down rear seats.
Paul Tan's Automotive News that's weird in NY everything folds down even hondas
Nice review
need a IWC to match the car, instead of err, TW Steel? hahaha.
Yep, soon, maybe ;).
or rolex sub:)
You also can choose the AUDI RS7 it's pretty damn nice car
He actually didn't need the financing - he's just doing it to avoid suspicion. He's the Shah after all.
need more seat and leg room ? better buy e class la
Hello there,
Do you have a minute, please?
bangun sahur ka hafiz?
hi,,,may i ask,,,if C250 original 18inch 5spoke rim change to this 19inch,how much is it???
Right after this review...TOTO special prize 8881
Does the Auto function consume a lot of battery?
good video
Wood pattern = grain
I just bought a 2015 c300 AMG...this is also my first Mercedes (previously owned the Lexus IS350 f sport)...where is the button to raise the car to go over bumps? Thanks!
It is an option that has to have been chosen during purchase. I have a c400 with the AirMATIC Air suspension. The button is next to the keypad.
Could you do a long-term review on your 208 GTi as well?
Sure thing, will find a time soon.
Appreciate it!
Review C43 also....
Wahh so kaya one.. Wanna work for paultan also lah like dis. XD
seriously i do dislike the gear knob, its just my opinion. i cant even afford this merc.. hehe
I didn't like it at first, but it grew on me. Now it feels very natural to operate, personally I find it more convenient than conventional gear knobs.
Exactly. I didn't like that at first. And honestly, I feel like I am drive a van/bus than a Merc when I first have my car. But seriously, I find that this is super convenient now, especially when you need to do some tight reverse or side parking, 3-points turn, etc. With a flip of you lilttle finger without the needs to moving your hand off the steering...what a joy. I miss this gear knobs whenever I drive my wife's Civic.
What happens when you are driving and you want to make a turn signal, but accidentally put it into Reverse gear?
What is the screen size in the 2017 Mercedes C250 AMG with 9-G tronic? Is it the 7.0 inch or 8.4 inch?
The 2017 C250 AMG gets the 7.0-inch screen with Audio 20, unfortunately.
Hafriz Shah Thank you so much for your reply! According to you, would it be wise to purchase a c class this year or can we expect a facelift next year for Malaysian markets?
There's always going to be a newer version coming out soon hahah!
The W205 facelift should be unveiled towards the end of this year, and it'll probably reach Malaysia some time next year.
There's no guarantee that everyone will like the facelift tho. Get an early look here: paultan.org/2017/02/21/spied-mercedes-w205-c-class-facelift-spotted-testing/
11:35 "Mercedes Comand, the Germans cant spell properly i suppose" lololol that cracked me up quite hard hahaaha nice one hafiz
why not cla
that's your own car? seriously? what your monthly salary at paultan??? answer me!!!!
Ariel Zakwan probably a lot! to be able to pau rm4k a month for a car huhu gimme some tips!
my thoughts exactly!!
Obviously 5 figure.
What happened to the Fiat?
I still have the Fiat :)
Hafriz Shah Nice bro
Is this shot on a Osmo? Stop fidgeting with the controls man
The fuck is ringet
4 ads in a video. You can feel that Hafriz really need money to pay for his car.
Unfortunately that is set by RUclips itself.
Not a nice thing to say to someone....
This guy doesn't know what his talking about.
overpriced poser car..
Defend your opinion. Why is it overpriced? Have you actually built and priced a C300? They are actually quite affordably priced. Poser? What precisely is it "posing" as? It's a German Midsized Sedan and that's precisely what it looks like.
It's only overpriced if you're too poor for it