New Car

RockIt · 12-10-2012, 04:49 PM

Been a while since I've posted on here for all sorts of reasons, but I thought I'd share a few pics of my new car that I picked up last week. It's a Merc C350 coupe in Sport Plus guise. Loving the sound of the V6!

Unfortunately the weather has prevented any spirited drives, but so far I'm really enjoying it. Totally different character to my TTS and much more reminiscent of my E92. It's extremely refined, but suitably quick, particularly in sport mode. Had a few scary moments last Thursday when traffic ground to a halt due to patches of black ice and a sudden snowfall. 300+bhp, rear wheel drive and new summer tyres are not a good combination, but I haven't had time to sort any winters out. Suffice to say we are using the Freelander 2 a lot!

Anyway, hoping to get some better shots when the weather improves, but these give a flavour!

magic77 · 12-10-2012, 04:56 PM

Looks good tempted by the looks and a v6 didnt thing the engine was out

sheps · 12-10-2012, 05:09 PM

Very nice mate, looks great.

RagingKileak · 12-10-2012, 05:12 PM

Cracking looking car. Will look forward to seeing it in the flesh and of course, we'll need to head out into the countryside in the new year!

Matt

RichardM · 12-10-2012, 05:31 PM

Looks great! You didn't go for Comand though?

RockIt · 12-10-2012, 05:51 PM

Thanks guys. Decided against Command. I picked up a Becker Map Pilot from ebay which integrates with the central display and is controlled via the main function dial or voice command. Also it has aux input, USB and streams music via Bluetooth so didn't see the need to spend the extra.

rogerxp · 12-11-2012, 02:03 AM

Looks great Gav. Will keep you going until the 4 series release

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Hope your mpg improves

Amini77 · 12-11-2012, 02:09 AM

Damn, now thats a beast.

Business edition · 12-11-2012, 03:43 AM

Sweet ride dude

Billyray911 · 12-11-2012, 06:21 AM

Really nice-enjoy!

Sir_Pigley · 12-11-2012, 06:50 AM

Very nice.

I hope yours doesn't suffer the rattles that m@rk's C350 was plagued by.

Desmondo · 12-11-2012, 06:55 AM

Nice.

Why is there a cup of coffee on the display?

RockIt · 12-11-2012, 07:10 AM

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Originally Posted by magic77

Looks good tempted by the looks and a v6 didnt thing the engine was out

They dropped the V6 in the saloon, but kept it for the coupe.

Quote:

Originally Posted by sheps

Very nice mate, looks great.

Thanks. Was tempted by the AMG, but just couldn't justify it with an impending house move!

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Originally Posted by RagingKileak

Cracking looking car. Will look forward to seeing it in the flesh and of course, we'll need to head out into the countryside in the new year!

Matt

Cheers mate. Looking forward to catching up soon!

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Originally Posted by rogerxp

Looks great Gav. Will keep you going until the 4 series release

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Hope your mpg improves

Thanks Rog! I've managed 17 around town and 32 on a short motorway run. I assume that you realise that the 14 shown is miles on the clock when I collected it!!

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Originally Posted by Business edition

Sweet ride dude

Quote:

Originally Posted by Billyray911

Really nice-enjoy!

Thanks guys.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sir_Pigley

Very nice.

I hope yours doesn't suffer the rattles that m@rk's C350 was plagued by.

So do I! Seems nice and tight so far.

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Originally Posted by Desmondo

Nice.

Why is there a cup of coffee on the display?

LOL. A few people have asked me that...one mate suggested that it was telling me to take a break and he wasn't far off. If the car senses erratic driving on the motorway the cup gets bigger and there's an audible warning...suggesting that a break might be needed! Ridiculous, but true!

rogerxp · 12-11-2012, 09:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RockIt

I assume that you realise that the 14 shown is miles on the clock when I collected it!!

Don't worry, was noted, I won't offer you the Zed for improved efficiency any time soon

willhollin · 12-11-2012, 09:59 AM

Very nice Gav! Enjoy!

AlanYoro35i · 12-11-2012, 11:26 AM

WOwowWOWOWOWOWOWWOWO

Loving it!! i also want one but its so expensive and its a V6 no turbo i want turbo !! boohoo! M4 is the one for me next...time to save up the pennies!

dxb335d · 12-11-2012, 11:27 AM

Really nice!!! Love the steering wheel the most.

stevie996 · 12-11-2012, 12:56 PM

Beautiful car, what's the spec?

Here's mine from a few months ago

AWBimmer · 12-11-2012, 01:04 PM

Yeah this is an amazing car, new addition to the family too and well... it's simply superb!

RockIt · 12-11-2012, 04:41 PM

Thanks for the kind comments folks. I am really pleased with it! It feels very solid and sounds great and it certainly turns heads! It's a rare beast as well. Couldn't find one anywhere to test drive and the sales staff at the dealership said there was more interest generated when it came in...after waiting over 4 months from ordering...than for the C63 parked next to it at handover. They see a few of those apparently, but not the 350!!

The options I kept to a minimum as I wanted to keep the price down on contract hire, but it comes with lots of kit as standard, such as DAB radio, 6CD in dash changer, audio inputs, multifunction wheel, Bluetooth, preparation for Becker Map Pilot, lane assist, auto lights, wipers and folding mirrors. Also very clever bi-xenon auto adjusting headlights, front and rear parking sensors etc. I added Sport Plus spec, which is cosmetic. Spoiler, alloys and interior trim. Also panoramic roof, interior lighting package and Harmon Kardon surround sound system. Picked up a brand new Becker Map Pilot from eBay. It just slots into a cradle in the glove box and immediately works with the in dash display and controls. Also voice activated, 3D mapping and a free upgrade to latest European maps. It's pretty good. Just want some decent weather now so I can really test it out!

RockIt · 12-11-2012, 04:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stevie996

Beautiful car, what's the spec?

Here's mine from a few months ago

Nice car mate! Very smart.

mowflow · 12-11-2012, 05:12 PM

You forgot to mention that you added the optional teasmaid. I can't think what else that cup of tea icon on the dash could mean.

Looks very nice.

12-10-2012, 04:49 PM	#1
RockIt Lieutenant Colonel 95 Rep 1,720 Posts Drives: Mercedes C350 Coupe Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Curry Capital of Yorkshire! iTrader: (0) Garage List 2012 Mercedes C350 ... [0.00] 2008 Audi TTS [0.00] 2006 E92 330i SE [0.00]	New Car Been a while since I've posted on here for all sorts of reasons, but I thought I'd share a few pics of my new car that I picked up last week. It's a Merc C350 coupe in Sport Plus guise. Loving the sound of the V6! Unfortunately the weather has prevented any spirited drives, but so far I'm really enjoying it. Totally different character to my TTS and much more reminiscent of my E92. It's extremely refined, but suitably quick, particularly in sport mode. Had a few scary moments last Thursday when traffic ground to a halt due to patches of black ice and a sudden snowfall. 300+bhp, rear wheel drive and new summer tyres are not a good combination, but I haven't had time to sort any winters out. Suffice to say we are using the Freelander 2 a lot! Anyway, hoping to get some better shots when the weather improves, but these give a flavour! Attached Images __________________ RockIt!
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magic77 Brigadier General 258 Rep 3,815 Posts Drives: ex- 335i Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Surrey iTrader: (2)	Looks good tempted by the looks and a v6 didnt thing the engine was out __________________ F30 335i M Sport - now departed
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sheps Colonel 73 Rep 2,396 Posts Drives: C63 AMG Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cambs, UK iTrader: (2)	Very nice mate, looks great. __________________ Gone but not forgotten: 325i M Sport (E92), Black Sapphire, Coral Red Dakota, 19" 225's, Seat Heating, 6FL and de-badge Replaced by 6.2 litres of AMG powered C class.
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RagingKileak Brigadier General 191 Rep 4,655 Posts Drives: M3 CS Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Yorkshire iTrader: (2)	Cracking looking car. Will look forward to seeing it in the flesh and of course, we'll need to head out into the countryside in the new year! Matt
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12-10-2012, 05:31 PM	#5
RichardM Colonel 133 Rep 2,046 Posts Drives: G21 M340i LCI Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Essex UK iTrader: (2)	Looks great! You didn't go for Comand though?
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12-10-2012, 05:51 PM	#6
RockIt Lieutenant Colonel 95 Rep 1,720 Posts Drives: Mercedes C350 Coupe Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Curry Capital of Yorkshire! iTrader: (0) Garage List 2012 Mercedes C350 ... [0.00] 2008 Audi TTS [0.00] 2006 E92 330i SE [0.00]	Thanks guys. Decided against Command. I picked up a Becker Map Pilot from ebay which integrates with the central display and is controlled via the main function dial or voice command. Also it has aux input, USB and streams music via Bluetooth so didn't see the need to spend the extra. __________________ RockIt!
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rogerxp Major General 164 Rep 5,950 Posts Drives: M3 Comp Pack / QQ+2 Tekna Join Date: May 2008 Location: Stockport, Cheshire iTrader: (1) Garage List 2008 350Z GT Roadster [2.00] 2004 Honda S2000 [0.00] 2005 Nissan 350Z GT ... [0.00] 2006 E92 BMW 335i SE [9.00] 2003 Maserati 4200 [6.00] 2006 E90 330d M Sport [0.00]	Looks great Gav. Will keep you going until the 4 series release . Hope your mpg improves __________________ Current -: MW E92 M3 Competition Pack / Qashqai+2 Tekna 1.6dci Gone -: 370Z GT Roadster; BMW X3 3.0d xdrive M Sport; E46 330i M Sport Coupe; Mazda RX8 231; Nissan 350Z GT Roadster; BMW E90 330d M Sport; BMW E92 335i SE; Maserati 4200; Nissan 350Z; Honda S2000; Astra Coupe Turbo; Ford Probe
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Business edition OBD Port Disabled 77 Rep 617 Posts Drives: 2010 BMW E90 M Sport Business Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Birmingham iTrader: (1)	Sweet ride dude __________________ E90 LCI M SPORT BUSINESS EDITION - STAY SAFE & HAPPY MOTORING
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Billyray911 Brigadier General 197 Rep 3,500 Posts Drives: Blah Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Mind your own business...no,really. iTrader: (6)	Really nice-enjoy!
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Sir_Pigley Captain 32 Rep 847 Posts Drives: 640d GC / 420i XDrive Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Banbury iTrader: (0) Garage List 2015 BMW 420i XDrive [0.00] 2015 BMW 640d Gran ... [0.00]	Very nice. I hope yours doesn't suffer the rattles that m@rk's C350 was plagued by.
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Desmondo Lieutenant 14 Rep 461 Posts Drives: E90 330i M-Sport Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Braintree, Essex iTrader: (0)	Nice. Why is there a cup of coffee on the display? __________________
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AlanYoro35i Senior Troll 224 Rep 3,378 Posts Drives: Coming soon-718 Cayman S Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: South West iTrader: (1)	WOwowWOWOWOWOWOWWOWO Loving it!! i also want one but its so expensive and its a V6 no turbo i want turbo !! boohoo! M4 is the one for me next...time to save up the pennies! __________________ Gone: N54 335i is the Legend! N55 435i Now: 718 Cayman GTS / F83 M4
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12-11-2012, 12:56 PM	#18
stevie996 First Lieutenant 35 Rep 396 Posts Drives: BMW F36 435d M Sport Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Wales,UK iTrader: (3)	Beautiful car, what's the spec? Here's mine from a few months ago
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RockIt Lieutenant Colonel 95 Rep 1,720 Posts Drives: Mercedes C350 Coupe Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Curry Capital of Yorkshire! iTrader: (0) Garage List 2012 Mercedes C350 ... [0.00] 2008 Audi TTS [0.00] 2006 E92 330i SE [0.00]	Thanks for the kind comments folks. I am really pleased with it! It feels very solid and sounds great and it certainly turns heads! It's a rare beast as well. Couldn't find one anywhere to test drive and the sales staff at the dealership said there was more interest generated when it came in...after waiting over 4 months from ordering...than for the C63 parked next to it at handover. They see a few of those apparently, but not the 350!! The options I kept to a minimum as I wanted to keep the price down on contract hire, but it comes with lots of kit as standard, such as DAB radio, 6CD in dash changer, audio inputs, multifunction wheel, Bluetooth, preparation for Becker Map Pilot, lane assist, auto lights, wipers and folding mirrors. Also very clever bi-xenon auto adjusting headlights, front and rear parking sensors etc. I added Sport Plus spec, which is cosmetic. Spoiler, alloys and interior trim. Also panoramic roof, interior lighting package and Harmon Kardon surround sound system. Picked up a brand new Becker Map Pilot from eBay. It just slots into a cradle in the glove box and immediately works with the in dash display and controls. Also voice activated, 3D mapping and a free upgrade to latest European maps. It's pretty good. Just want some decent weather now so I can really test it out! __________________ RockIt!
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mowflow Colonel 62 Rep 2,472 Posts Drives: Golf 7R Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Glasgow iTrader: (2)	You forgot to mention that you added the optional teasmaid. I can't think what else that cup of tea icon on the dash could mean. Looks very nice.
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