![]() ![]() The main deficiency in the interior is lack of rearward visibility, due to the Honda CRX-like hatch glass. When deployed, it exposes the illuminated cigarette lighter, which is distractingly bright at night. The unbelievably complicated Mercedes pop-up cup holder does everything but grab the cup out of your hand. Only two of these work six of them are blanks, constantly reminding you how cheap you were to not order the stuff that they would otherwise work. Once you figure them out, that's the way to go.Īlong the top of the centre stack sits a whole bank of push buttons. Remnants of Mercedes' awful COMAND system for ventilation/heating and sound system - with controls that feel like they should be pushed but need to be twisted and vice versa - remain.įortunately, a system of rocker switches on the steering wheel control many of the same functions. A pair of window shade-like roller blinds extend electrically forward and rearward from a central position, letting in light but no air, if you prefer that sort of thing. The front half retracts over the back half, so headroom isn't materially compromised. ![]() The optional "Panorama" roof makes the top of the car just about all glass, from windshield header to tailgate spoiler. There's no interior release for the hatch lid, but a soft-touch release on the lid itself works well, and there's always the remote. The rear seatbacks also fold forward for added luggage carrying capacity. But we encountered the classic "beats walking home in the pouring rain" situation with the VP of public relations of an affiliated car maker and his wife, so it isn't completely useless. The back seat doesn't look like it'd have much room in it, and it doesn't. The driver gets height and cushion tilt adjustments. Lady Leadfoot commented that she could drive for several hours with no back pain at all. The seats are large, comfortable and supportive. ![]() It's a European-style interior, with expanded aluminum centre console trim bringing a bit of brightness to the more sombre charcoal plastic pieces. Leather is an option, but why would you even think about it? No wood in here either. It was also vastly more comfortable than either of those other options would have been in the hot humid weather that blessed my test period. Instead, you get a nice, luxurious cloth in patterned blue, which looks like it'll wear well. The car looks bright and modern inside too, with neither leather nor MB-Tex (Mercedes-speak for "vinyl") upholstery. Mercedes is bringing them in in bright colours, too, which adds to the fun. It shares no body panels with the C-Class sedan, upon which it's based. (He intended that as an insult I'd consider it a compliment.) I think it looks great. One onlooker said it looked like a Ford Focus. Not everyone is enamoured of the wedgy, severely truncated hatchback styling. The C230 Sport Coupe is quite a departure for Mercedes - a car for which could almost be considered frivolous. However, that can be mistaken for a creaking sound.A Mercedes-Benz for less than $35k? You gotta like that. Creaking while turning can be a sign of damaged tie rods, but it’s more usual to hear a knocking sound when making tight, low-speed turns.ĭamaged Power Steering Pump/Rack/Belt: Usually, problems with the power steering rack, pump or belt cause a whining sound, more noticeable during low speed turns. When this occurs, expect to experience noise and deterioration.ĭamaged Tie Rod Ends: Tie rods connect your steering system to help move the wheels when you turn your steering wheel. They must be well lubricated in order to do their job, but the grease can wear out over time. Worn Ball Joints: Ball joints allow control arms and steering knuckles to adjust to movement. It’s possible that this is causing the creaking while turning the steering wheel. Eventually, they crack, deteriorate, and must be replaced. If not repaired, this problem can become more serious.ĭry/Damaged Suspension Bushings: Bushings wear out over time. If it’s dry, it can cause a groaning/creaking sound during turns. You may also notice that your car feels very loose and bouncy when going over bumps or through turns.ĭry Jounce Bushing: The jounce bushing is located at the top of the front strut. If you’ve noticed fluid on the side of one of your front shocks, chances are good that it’s blown and needs to be replaced. They’re good at what they do, but they do wear out. Worn Shocks/Struts: Your shocks and struts are most likely the gas-filled type. Service type Creaking noise when turning the steering wheel Inspection ![]()
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