Mercedes Owners Thread

[1fast1]

20 minutes ago, Throttle2 said:

Exactly, to each his own. 

We cannot control another persons opinion, only our own.

lately i have been practising 13 luohan shaolin martial arts so gain a bit of Zen.  Hahaha

See? I don't even know what luohan shaolin martial arts are but it sounds like something a si ginna would post on Tik Tok. 😂

[Throttle2]

56 minutes ago, Turboflat4 said:

See? I don't even know what luohan shaolin martial arts are but it sounds like something a si ginna would post on Tik Tok. 😂

Dont know about 13 luohan but know what TikTok is......er...OK,....😆   

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7 minutes ago, Throttle2 said:

Dont know about 13 luohan but know what TikTok is......er...OK,....😆   

Only cos it keeps getting referenced here by si ginnas. 😂

All I know is that it's an app, and I never had it. Also something about China. 😁

Edited April 26, 2020 by Turboflat4

[mersaylee]

3 hours ago, Turboflat4 said:

See? I don't even know what luohan shaolin martial arts are but it sounds like something a si ginna would post on Tik Tok. 😂

It’s about chopping wood with bare hands...

donch try unless you’re the grand master grade

chopping virtual wood in thin air is fine though

happy chopping 

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Just now, mersaylee said:

It’s about chopping wood with bare hands...

donch try unless you’re the grand master grade

chopping virtual wood in thin air is fine though

happy chopping 

Yes virtual is as good as the real thing. 

I also play virtual air guitar. I'm as good as Steve Vai I'm sure. 😂

 

 

[mersaylee]

On serious note,

I was quite surprised when I came across the A160 and C160 sedan at a road show ...

target market is definitely for the young executive or young family who appreciate a little bit more boot space... 

a little bit of badge and practicality packaged as one...

merc has always been consistent in rolling  out new models in among its own model range...

you like, you buy

you donch like, no one can force you to buy

just enjoy your choice of ride...

 

[jk228b]

On 4/26/2020 at 4:07 PM, mersaylee said:

On serious note,

I was quite surprised when I came across the A160 and C160 sedan at a road show ...

target market is definitely for the young executive or young family who appreciate a little bit more boot space... 

a little bit of badge and practicality packaged as one...

merc has always been consistent in rolling  out new models in among its own model range...

you like, you buy

you donch like, no one can force you to buy

just enjoy your choice of ride...

 

a160 ok...c160...I don't know how to explain it...just doesn't feel right..

It's like...the kind buy branded but go factory outlet buy kind...

[Volvobrick]

28 minutes ago, jk228b said:

a160 ok...c160...I don't know how to explain it...just doesn't feel right..

It's like...the kind buy branded but go factory outlet buy kind...

After buying C160, buy C200 badge from Taobao and stick it on. No one would know.

Unless MCF members too free, and check LTA site. 

[Theoldjaffa]

38 minutes ago, jk228b said:

a160 ok...c160...I don't know how to explain it...just doesn't feel right..

It's like...the kind buy branded but go factory outlet buy kind...

I’m a factory outlet fan. Buy off season goods at a discount, why not?

C160 is a new model, so your analogy of factory outlet doesn’t apply.

although I get what you are trying to put across.

I think the C160 fits a non car enthusiast who just wants a point A to B branded executive car to move around.

or for rich parents who want to buy a not so powerful entry junior exec merc for their kids.

Edited April 27, 2020 by Theoldjaffa

[Mkl22]

29 minutes ago, Volvobrick said:

After buying C160, buy C200 badge from Taobao and stick it on. No one would know.

Unless MCF members too free, and check LTA site. 

Up badge? Mai la.... xia suay! 

[Pmet]

On 4/26/2020 at 10:25 AM, fesa7044 said:

NO free lunch,I’m afraid.

Not many merk owners will contemplate dat route.

The usual stuff Dey do is install an intelligent accelerator,

turbo muffler delete & a diverted valve.

Juzz to make it a lighter throttle & a pleasant drive.

Even dat ,most Wun fit those before the warranty period is up.

Are u aware dats some software in yr MB dat can detect piggyback or chip update.

As I say most mercs owner couldn’t care less & juzz wans to noe how soon can I collect my NEW toy.

enuff said........

Race chip isn't just an intelligent accelerator or throttle response mod. It's a turbo mod so it just boosts the detuned engine to pre-detune level. It doesn't work with non TC cars, which is why it has quite a bad reputation from the ppl driving bread and butter cars. But for TC detuned cars, this is just heaven!

Just so you know, I have no affiliation with them!

SE will never discuss this with you and in fact, it goes against their principles/pockets if they encourage the use of such mods.

MB will void your warranty only if you try to claim engine or transmission related issues. What you said about them detecting piggyback chip is correct. Also correct when you said most MB customers can't be bothered with these mod upgrades. Usually more popular in the BMW forum.

Edited April 27, 2020 by Pmet

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55 minutes ago, Pmet said:

Race chip isn't just an intelligent accelerator or throttle response mod. It's a turbo mod so it just boosts the detuned engine to pre-detune level. It doesn't work with non TC cars, which is why it has quite a bad reputation from the ppl driving bread and butter cars. But for TC detuned cars, this is just heaven!

Just so you know, I have no affiliation with them!

SE will never discuss this with you and in fact, it goes against their principles/pockets if they encourage the use of such mods.

MB will void your warranty only if you try to claim engine or transmission related issues. What you said about them detecting piggyback chip is correct. Also correct when you said most MB customers can't be bothered with these mod upgrades. Usually more popular in the BMW forum.

For AMGs, especially near the top of the range, the right SE may close two eyes. From personal experience.

[TeamAMG69]

3 hours ago, Volvobrick said:

After buying C160, buy C200 badge from Taobao and stick it on. No one would know.

Unless MCF members too free, and check LTA site. 

C160 no put C63S badge = NO TALK! 

still waiting to see the first pic being posted / shared 😈

[TeamAMG69]

3 hours ago, Theoldjaffa said:

I’m a factory outlet fan. Buy off season goods at a discount, why not?

C160 is a new model, so your analogy of factory outlet doesn’t apply.

although I get what you are trying to put across.

I think the C160 fits a non car enthusiast who just wants a point A to B branded executive car to move around.

or for rich parents who want to buy a not so powerful entry junior exec merc for their kids.

to add, senior citizens / retirees who want to have "atas brand car" as last car 

why not?

some people dream is to drive a legit RWD MB 

[TeamAMG69]

2 hours ago, Mkl22 said:

Up badge? Mai la.... xia suay! 

C180 has many C63 / C63S bodykit n stickers - very common - 

[TeamAMG69]

1 hour ago, Pmet said:

Race chip isn't just an intelligent accelerator or throttle response mod. It's a turbo mod so it just boosts the detuned engine to pre-detune level. It doesn't work with non TC cars, which is why it has quite a bad reputation from the ppl driving bread and butter cars. But for TC detuned cars, this is just heaven!

Just so you know, I have no affiliation with them!

SE will never discuss this with you and in fact, it goes against their principles/pockets if they encourage the use of such mods.

MB will void your warranty only if you try to claim engine or transmission related issues. What you said about them detecting piggyback chip is correct. Also correct when you said most MB customers can't be bothered with these mod upgrades. Usually more popular in the BMW forum.

MB will void your warranty only if you try to claim engine or transmission related issues. What you said about them detecting piggyback chip is correct. Also correct when you said most MB customers can't be bothered with these mod upgrades. Usually more popular in the BMW forum.

yes, you are correct, basically if u buy anything from C&C and you change anything outside, including rims n tyres,

C&C will record it down . they will keep quiet till things go wrong and u try to claim warranty, then they throw you under the bus

Edited April 27, 2020 by TeamAMG69

[Htancl]

Why nobody criticise the E180. The interior is totally old school with the traditional speedometer cluster. A total turnoff when I saw it at CnC. 

At least the C160 is the exact same equipment compare to the C180. 

 

 

[Vinceng]

Never realised that C&C has brought in the 1.5l E180. Does it share the same engine as the C160?

But at just $22K price diff between the 1.5l E180 and 2l E200, it's a no brainer to go for the E200.

https://www.sgcarmart.com/new_cars/newcars_specs.php?CarCode=11846&Subcode=7509

https://www.sgcarmart.com/new_cars/newcars_overview.php?CarCode=11846