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New C-Class rounding the Nurburgring

Kharl Prado — Fri, 08 Oct 2010 12:22:51 +0000

It’s been a while since we last wrote about the facelifted C-Class. Well, here’s the saloon variant making rounds on infamous Nurburgring. In case you’re wondering, this is the track that gave the new CLS is first ever recorded crash, as well as the SLS AMG GT3′s first fiasco on a track on its racing debut. You can see that this test car has been lightly disguised to reveal subtle visual enhancements up front, most notably taking cues from the brand-new E-Class range—the headlamps, the well-contoured bonnet and the redesigned bumper.

Now, if you peek at the rear end, you’ll find even less enhancements, limited to the bumper and the taillights. What matters more is what’s going to be sitting under the hood. The engine options will probably be modified versions of the current four-cylinder gasoline and diesel engines, plus an optional seven-speed automatic tranny from the conventional five-speed gearbox. Meanwhile, the 3.5-liter V6 that’s currently powering the C350 CGI will most probably make way for a reworked version from Mercedes-Benz’s new family of MoVe engines.

Now, if you’re eager to see the enhanced C-Class Saloon and Estate variants, then you have to make plans for being present at the Detroit Motor Show come January next year. Because, there will be another highlight apart from the two—the new C-Class Coupe—to succeed both the CLC and CLK. This Coupe will probably be the basis of the new C63 AMG model, which is aimed to rival the BMW M3, and maybe even a Black Series for hard knocks. Just don’t expect a Cabrio, folks.

BYD goes from steal Mercedes-Benz designs to working with them

Muamer Hodzic — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 07:08:23 +0000

It’s no secret that the Chinese are masters at producing cheap knockoffs; everything from fashion to electronics, and recently even cars. Just like Gucci or Prada, Mercedes-Benz is one of the brands that is often copied. The one copy that stands out the most, and is probably the best one, is a copy of a CLK Cabrio. It’s from BYD (Build Your Dreams), yes that is correct, the same BYD that Mercedes-Benz has entered into a partnership with to produce electric vehicles in China. It’s very interesting to see that a manufacturer like Mercedes-Benz has chosen to work with them instead of suing their ass off (like that would have resulted with anything). The S8, as they call it, is proudly displayed on the BYD website that is packed with info for your enjoyment.

Here are more examples of copied Mercedes-Benz designs.

No New Mercedes-Benz CLK63 AMG?!?

Muamer Hodzic — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 18:46:13 +0000

Word the web is that Mercedes-Benz will not build a replacement for the CLK63 AMG. Mercedes says that it doesn’t plan on producing an AMG version of the now called E-Class Coupe, stating that positioning is the problem.

An Insider told Autocar at the New York Auto Show that a new version of the CLK63 would be too close to the CLS63 AMG, both in price and positioning – which they say might lead to sales cannibalization. The new E-Class is now being built on the E-Class platform, where as the CLK was built on the C-Class platform.

This will also have an impact on any successor to the CLK AMG Black Series, even though, that car really had no competitor, and was in it’s own totally separate class. I for some reason have a hard time believing in this, not because I don’t trust Autocar or the insider, but because Mercedes has a history of making an AMG version of almost every car in its inventory, so why would this be any different. We shall see.

Exclusive Spy Shots of the Next-Gen E-Class Coupe Exterior and Interior

Muamer Hodzic — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 08:45:41 +0000

We’ve received exclusive spy shots of the next-gen Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe from our very own spy photographer and “Insider”. You’ve seen dozens of such sighting in the past, but I don’t believe we’ve seen pictures of the car this close and (shall we say) personal. In this round of spy shots, we not only get to see the exterior in plain sight, but a glimpse into the interior. The Mercedes interior emblems have been removed, as is customary in test vehicles, but we’re still able to see the rest of the dashboard, steering wheels as well as the shift knob.

Our Insider has also confirmed that Mercedes-Benz is close to officially announcing the next generation E-Class Coupe, so stay tight, we’ll have more info and official pictures very very soon.

Is Your Mercedes-Benz a Cop Magnet?

Muamer Hodzic — Sat, 07 Feb 2009 00:24:41 +0000

A new survey from ISO Quality Planning, which helps insurers spot risks, has published findings on which car makes and models get ticketed most often by police. I am sure you already have an idea which cars are cop magnets, but there are definitely some that may surprise you. Here it is.

10 Most Ticketed Cars

1. Hummer H2
2. Scion tC
3. Scion xB
4. Mercedes Benz CLK63 AMG
5. Toyota Solara Coupe
6. Mercedes Benz CLS63 AMG
7. Scion xA
8. Subaru Outback
9. Audi A4
10. Toyota Matrix

Who would have guessed that two Mercedes-Benz AMG models are among them. If you are a lucky bastard that can afford an AMG model, then honestly, not only are a few tickets worth it when you can unleashing the luxurious beast, but I am sure you’re able to pay the ticket with the change you find while cleaning your Benz.

10 Least Ticketed Cars after the break

10 Least Ticketed Cars

1. Jaguar XJ
2. Chevrolet Suburban
3. Chevrolet Tahoe
4. Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500
5. Buick Park Avenue
6. Mazda6
7. Buick Rainier
8. Oldsmobile Silhouette
9. Buick Lucerne
10. GMC Sierra 1500

Next-Gen E-Class Coupe will come with a panoramic glass roof

Muamer Hodzic — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 21:21:08 +0000

Details and pictures of the upcoming E-Class Coupe keep pouring in, this time we have some fresh images of test vehicles being transported to a test track. The new images reveal a very cool detail about the coupe – a panoramic glass roof. As you can see on the image above, it covers the entire roof. Stay tuned to the news of the upcoming E-Class Coupe, as we learn more and more about it.

source: GlobalMotors.net

E-Class Coupe spotted again in Germany – with almost no camo

Muamer Hodzic — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 20:25:32 +0000

We’re only a few months away from the Geneva Auto Show, where the E-Class Coupe is supposed to be revealed, but we are being bombarded by the newest spy shots of the upcoming Coupe. Yesterday spy photographers spotted a test vehicle in Wales, and today we get spy shots of another test vehicle, this time in Germany.

This latest shot spots even less camo and is almost fully visible; the only thing covered are the head and taillights. This shot also clearly shows the resemblance to the current CL; I guess we have another name for it then – the baby CL.

Autoblog.it via Jalopnik

E-Class Coupe test-mule spotted on UK roads

Muamer Hodzic — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 20:03:16 +0000

Spy shots of new Mercedes-Benz models just keep popping up. Just yesterday we got a glimpse at the next-gen CLS, and this morning we get to see numerous spy shots of the new E-Class Coupe, aka CLK, which should go on sale sometimes next year.

Spy photographers spotted the test mule on UK roads, and did not hesitate to capture some great shots of the right-hand-drive Coupe in Llandudno, Wales. As we’ve already discussed in the past, the new Coupe front-end will be based on the Concept Fascination; the pillar-less side is very reminiscent to the current CL-Class.

Autocar also reports that higher-end cupes will get LED daytime running lights, similar to the A5 and A4, as well as some cutting edge technology, like Attention Assist, monitoring the driver condition when driving.

Check out the entire gallery over at AutoCar

Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe (aka CLK) Spy shots

Muamer Hodzic — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 22:45:12 +0000

The guys over at WorldCarFans.com have some interesting footage of what will be the next E-Class Coupe. As you may remember, Mercedes will be changing the names for the CLK and CL, replacing them with E-Class Coupe and S-Class coupe respectively. It’s rumored that E-Class coupe will arrive to show room in spring of 2009 in show room, but we have our doubts about such a date – probably close to the end of 2009. As you’ll see below, NextAutos also captured some great images of the coupe while being tested.

Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe details + computer illustrations

Muamer Hodzic — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 23:04:07 +0000

Car Magazine has a few computer illustration on how the next gen E-Class Coupe should look like. If you remember back a few weeks ago, we reported that Mercedes will be replacing the CLK with not only a new generation, but also with a new name – the E-Class Coupe. The E-class Coupe will be unveiled at the Geneva motor show in spring 2009.

Head over to Car Magazine to get the full details and view more picture.