Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe,priced below sedan,sits on older,cheaper C-Class platform
05-07-09, 02:08 PM
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I just don't think that angular designs and straight lines automatically means "outdated". Retro-design has been gaining in popularity lately. It's a great way to look back on ones heritage and translate it into something new and modern while still retaining a distant relation to something from the past.
05-07-09, 02:20 PM
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I just don't think that angular designs and straight lines automatically means "outdated". Retro-design has been gaining in popularity lately. It's a great way to look back on ones heritage and translate it into something new and modern while still retaining a distant relation to something from the past.
I don't love the fact the new interiors in the C/E look like they were designed by entry level workers at White Kastle.....or Krystals....where Square is in...
Maybe inspiration is from SpongeBob Squarepants....I have no foggy idea.
05-07-09, 02:44 PM
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Just read a review that states the reason for the small triangle window is because MB wanted the rear windows to roll completely down. They attempted to incorporate that small area, but the window would not roll down completely. This was the only solution.
Also states the Panoramic Roof is standard.
Also states the Panoramic Roof is standard.
and yes, that's pretty nice interior!
05-08-09, 05:25 AM
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I love the W212's interior its simply gorgeous, got to love the aggressive pricing on the coupe especially for the sedan $4,600 cheaper than the W211.
So what is Lexus's response to a the E-Class coupe??
So what is Lexus's response to a the E-Class coupe??
05-08-09, 06:49 AM
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05-08-09, 06:51 AM
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about the fixed rear window, my 1987 acura legend coupe rolled down the rear window by kinda rotating it on a pivot point. it still didn't go down all the way though.
05-08-09, 07:47 AM
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The IS almost a decade ago.
And those two coming look like duds (IS convertible and HS) 
Seriously, if they don't add coupe versions of the IS, GS and the LS(don't see LS coupe happening at all, not that my hopes are high for a GS coupe either), as well as a new SC, maybe a smaller roadster like the Z4/SLK, they will soon be left in the dust by the competition ...
And they have said the next few years, they will be concentrating on adding hybrids, not sporty cars ... sigh. Nothing wrong with having more hybrids, but how about something more exciting as well ...
05-08-09, 07:49 AM
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Sadly, probably none, at least in the short term. The competition have kept adding new models to their line-up, offering more choices for the customers, when was the last time Lexus added a new model ? The IS almost a decade ago. And those two coming look like duds (IS convertible and HS)
Seriously, if they don't add coupe versions of the IS, GS and the LS(don't see LS coupe happening at all, not that my hopes are high for a GS coupe either), as well as a new SC, maybe a smaller roadster like the Z4/SLK, they will soon be left in the dust by the competition ...
And they have said the next few years, they will be concentrating on adding hybrids, not sporty cars ... sigh. Nothing wrong with having more hybrids, but how about something more exciting as well ...
The IS almost a decade ago. And those two coming look like duds (IS convertible and HS) Seriously, if they don't add coupe versions of the IS, GS and the LS(don't see LS coupe happening at all, not that my hopes are high for a GS coupe either), as well as a new SC, maybe a smaller roadster like the Z4/SLK, they will soon be left in the dust by the competition ...
And they have said the next few years, they will be concentrating on adding hybrids, not sporty cars ... sigh. Nothing wrong with having more hybrids, but how about something more exciting as well ...
05-08-09, 10:43 AM
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God I love that car, my next car will be either the E550 coupe or Brera JTS 3.2. It looks great theyre is no other way to put it. Its official MB is back, and thyere here to stay!!
05-08-09, 09:40 PM
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thanks for the pics, mike!
i think that's a GREAT looking car in and out!
come on admit it, you like it.
i think that's a GREAT looking car in and out!
come on admit it, you like it.
