Great, passionate and spot on review as always Joe! I own a ‘19 c43 coupe and it is a fantastic car. Also thanks for not being part of the whole “it’s not a real AMG” nonsense crowd. Couple of side points for those considering this car. - 19 inch AMG wheels are avail. - Vented seats are available but with the real leather or sport seats options. - brown dash is a color choice. You can get black ash, black gloss and few other wood choices at no charge. Carbon fiber is a cost option but looks fantastic. -no touch screen- I don’t miss this at all because the pads on the steering wheel control the dash and the center screen. - the lift gate can be opened and closed by sticking your foot under the diffuser. Stay safe and enjoy the skittles, super slurpy’s and Twinkies!
I own a 2014 C300 Sport Sedan and love it !! I'm a born-again Mercedes lover after being let down by BMW and that warmed-over Volkswagen brand known as AUDI LOL
Hey Joe I just found your channel a few days ago and have binged many of your videos. I can't believe I didnt come across your channel until now. I like your style man funny but comprehensive and straight to the point. Of course I subscribed already ;)
hi Joe. I would like to make a sugestion for your reviews. To show the upper center console to see if there is led interior lighting and if it has a sunroof, how does it open, etc, And also, to show the command of the lights at the left of the steering wheel, if they are automatic and what not, i think it would be a nice addition. thank you so much for the reviews, you are a great guy.
I like the honesty in the review when talking about the wood trim, I don't care for the wood either. It is good to know that the C43 has steering feedback, which is rare nowadays from reviews I've read.
I don't know which was more fun...the test drive itself, or watching you having fun driving! I have a C300 and thinking of upgrading to this as my next car. Great overview! Thanks!
A big shout out from the southern Caribbean. Love your reviews, keep up the great work. I was able to confidently purchase my civic after viewing your review.
How is the suspension, is it comfortable enough for an everyday cruiser / commuter??? I’m curious how stiff it is and if it’s uncomfortable? Thanks ...
Great review as always, disappointed that Mercedes didn’t give you a nicer optioned out C43. Car looks much sharper in black with the upgraded 19 inch rims and carbon fiber trim interior
It does looker nicer with the 19s but I personally choose the 18s so I wouldn't have flats every other day 🤣 I've heard horror storys about how easily the 19s bend on small potholes and the summer tires (only come on the 19s) that burst on the same small pot holes. I choose convenience over not as nice rims lol
I own a c43 amg, I test drove the C63s. I made the right choice, its such a well-balanced vehicle and an incredible daily driver. If you're thinking about getting one, DO IT!
Of course the C43 is a real amg. Entire car (brakes, suspension, drive modes, 4-matic system, engine, transmission etc.) is all from AMG. AMG did not start off with hand-assembling engines back in the day. If they were ok with calling non-hand-assembled AMG’s back then, then it’s definitely okay now.
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Very nice car. My friends stock c43 keeps up with a 2015 380whp STI. His amg is blue with red seats and carbon fiber Interior. Very nice ! Those shifts are insane
Wow! Joe, you are the best , I just requested you to review this car two days ago and here you got it. I kinda like the wood trim, looks like walnut. Thanks, Joe...
Clean German Styling, says it all! The sirens are warning everyone that Joe Raiti, is about to do a road test, in an, "AMG"! Not liking the wood at all, however, it reminds me of days of when wood was the norm, back in the 70's, and 80's, M-B models! First time I'm listening to a review, with my Bose headphones on, GF, is sleeping, and I'll tell you, what a sound difference! I may have to go back and listen to the, "On Throttle", portions! I believe I've been missing out on a lot of, "true" audio! 😵 No rear seat power ports?? 🙄🤔 Thank you, for showcasing, another great M-B AMG, product! 🏁🏁
You are awesome Donald with some of these things you say. I am so glad that sound is being picked up nicely with your Bose Headphones! I think for sure some of the cars from just a few days ago are worth a redo!
@@RaitisRides Go back and look at old photos of M-B interiors... Wood everywhere! Headphones, regardless of quality, truly makes a difference! I've been viewing your page on either a laptop, tablet, or phone, and we all know, the speakers, in these devices, aren't of highest quality possible! "Perhaps", it should be mentioned, in your next Q&A. as a mere suggestion, to the viewing faithful... "To Give it a Try", during an, "On Throttle", moment! OK, I'll Shut Up, Now... 🤐
The C43 AMG is a fantastic car especially for tuners as those TT V6 motors can push serious power with stock internals and injectors. Whoever spec'd this car out is absolutely ridiculous because that wood trim and no pano roof is just nasty. Easy change though.
Love the humor Joe. They should have put the shifter on the steering wheel to compliment the old school wood ha ha. Theres just something on merced they are so refined and distinctive!
Great video, thank you Rati!! I'm going to start off by saying I am a huge fan of all things wood trim, but in a AMG I was not expecting brown wood trim in a black interior with red seat belts!?! Kind of a strange combo ! , still it's a really cool little Benz!!
i hate the Stock c43 rims. On my c43 i have the Multi spoke 19 inch wheels refinished in gloss black and they look way better. the tires on this one look too chunky for a performance car. This spec was also odd with the front sunroof only not panoramic and the light brown wood. it looks much better with the Black open pore wood and full panoramic sunroof.
To be honest the C300 is not a good buy, the C43 is so much worth it, experienced it and absolutely love it. This car can be absolutely beautiful when it is blacked out.
I have to disagree with you a bit Joe. Mercedes may call the c-class a med size but based on the interior space and length of the wheel base, I would consider this baby their compact entry. The E-class is more of a med size offering.
That thing sounds great for a six! I almost like it as much as their V8s sound. I agree with you, that wood trim could be any other color to look better. Lighter or darker.
Was crown Vic shooting this crown Eurocar review? 😀 BiTurbo - the car is a switch hitter 😀 You nailed it Joe. That fake wood reminded me of our old TV 📺. I was hoping Tiffany Coyne was going to pop out of door 🚪 number one. Keep up the great work young man 👍
Thank you Joe for finally getting this review done 🙌 I own a 2019 C43 AMG in Salenite Grey facelift tuned by Renn Tech Many modifications too many to list. But lowered with H&R VFT makes it really feel like an AMG along with Vornsteiner wheels 19's too. I have almost all the boxes ticked ! For the money it's a no brainier in my opinion 0 issues so far so good owned a little over a year now. Great review Last DYNO: 405.7 awhp 470.4 llb ft 👌 0 to 60 3.7 seconds (Sport Plus in 4 matic)
I was surprised they let u test drive the AMG model. At the local merc dealership , they told everyone who want to test drive any AMG, THEY GOTTA agreed on the number first
Joe, I know you said go with a Honda civic, Toyota Corolla or Mazda but i found a good deal on a 2016 Acura ILX with 78k miles and i love it. But I was wondering what is the first thing I should do to it or do I keep it stock.
@@zihaoye2433 Didn't Check but loved how the e53 felt while driving it. It might be close in speed to the m340 but it felt much nicer inside. Its a better car even though I own the m340. Its double the price leasing it
@@skies44 the c43 is an actual amg model, m340 i think is just the sport trim of the 340, i've had a 335i back in 2014 and it was definitely a sport car, so i can only imagine what the m340 is gonna be like. but what i love about the c43 is the exhaust sounds in sport+ mode, there is a noticeable pops and crackles thats just really exhilarating for me when i drive it. so u probably wanna test drive it before u choose. either way tho i dont think u can make a wrong decision man! good luck dude! let us know which one u decided to get and how u like it!
James Coleman Thanks my man, that’s exactly why I’m so stumped!!! I’ve been drooling ever since my test drive of the C43 couple of months ago and it was love at first blast off with that thing. I loved it and researched it for weeks and weeks ever since then. But recently I came across the M340 and I actually test drove it today. It was smooth and powerful as hell. More smooth suspension but didn’t have that same excitement as I got from the c43 so I’m with you man. So I’m still undecided and I want to go for another test drive with both these cars. I was surprised how heavy the m340 steering was but that’s not a bad thing. And the traction definitely slips quite a bit when stepping on the gas on a turn
my 2019 has an AMG performance exhaust unsure if this white one has it but mine sounds waayyy better with the valves open. Maybe that was a cold start revving at the cold start if you rev or give it gas in sport+ it sounds horrible until it warms up about 1 minute later. Also, the wood trim is ugly mine has the carbon fiber trim.
Great review as always, but for this I rather get the G70 3.3T and if I want German, I’ll get the S4 u reviewed recently that cost $54k for $60k I rather got S5 4 door hatch. And that wood grain is because Merc is usually for the older crowd, lol
Joe...I don't believe this is a true AMG for one reason: not a hand assembled engine, this is basically like an Msport or S-line. The real AMG's have that little plaque showing who assembled the engine, it's being watered down here to live on the name...IMO🤔
amg is a brand and signature, even though I admit c43 is not a real AMG, but Infiniti had no signature or brand, and you made a mistake it should be Q60S coupe had 400 HP
@@shuozhang236 No Mistake, I BOUGHT the car, and know exactly what I have according to my papers. *Infiniti Q50S Red Sport sedan ( 4 door )* I do not have the *coupe* (2 door ) Note: I am fully aware of *ALL* sport/sport sedan vehicles and their models. Note 2: How can you sit there and *TRY* to tell another person what they have ? Especially when they have the item and you do not have a clue on what they actually have ? th-cam.com/video/umwCEVyJqZA/w-d-xo.html
@@shuozhang236 "what did Infiniti have, please? " Dude, pull your wedgie out your butt crack please. It is a COMPARISON, and I was pointing out how/why an *AMG* (their sport model) has less potential with the same equipment than a car not reference with that level. That is the REASON why I did not get the C43 ! about $5,000 more in cost with LESS power ! And the C43 size is compact as hell ! Q50 is way bigger ! Yeah, I like brand names...... BUT A person has to be a fool to pay extra just for the stamp (AMG), and still come up short on the roads. That is fact with no "I am taking side" scenario !
I really am intrested in this car but my only issue is how well will the Mercedes car hold up over time is stuff going to break after 50k miles and are parts going to be extremely expensive is it worth all the money over a Japanese car that will be just as good less expensive all hard questions
I’m about to get this..but ur right that brown just don’t match nothing in the car they should of just left it black or dark Grey idno what they was thinking
from a lite track day standpoint.. c43 amg or a35 amg ? can get both used for around the same cost, and although the a35 gives up HP it also gives up like 3-500 lbs
Dude is the best at what he does. Love the reviews. Tons of energy.
Thanks Chuck! I am very grateful of your support!
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He has is own style of reviewing, not exhausting at all
Great, passionate and spot on review as always Joe!
I own a ‘19 c43 coupe and it is a fantastic car. Also thanks for not being part of the whole “it’s not a real AMG” nonsense crowd.
Couple of side points for those considering this car.
- 19 inch AMG wheels are avail.
- Vented seats are available but with the real leather or sport seats options.
- brown dash is a color choice. You can get black ash, black gloss and few other wood choices at no charge. Carbon fiber is a cost option but looks fantastic.
-no touch screen- I don’t miss this at all because the pads on the steering wheel control the dash and the center screen.
- the lift gate can be opened and closed by sticking your foot under the diffuser.
Stay safe and enjoy the skittles, super slurpy’s and Twinkies!
I own a 2014 C300 Sport Sedan and love it !! I'm a born-again Mercedes lover after being let down by BMW and that warmed-over Volkswagen brand known as AUDI LOL
What a pro! Improvising on the siren interruption and busting out the dad joke to make it a funny moment 😂🤣👌
Thanks for saying that and letting me share some laughs with you!
He squeezed in so many 🤣 gotta love it
Gotta agree. This guy has great skills.
@@RaitisRides Hey Raiti, should I keep my 2020 STi and mod it to 350whp or should I trade it in for a 19' C43?
This team deserve an award for the amount of reviews they’ve managed to do and save for lockdown. Amazing 👏
So glad you're doing so many car and not SUVs. Keep up the passion!
Hey Bud not sure you remember I told I will one day but something I pick from these videos ... got delivery of my black AMG C43 earlier today, thanks
Hey Joe I just found your channel a few days ago and have binged many of your videos. I can't believe I didnt come across your channel until now. I like your style man funny but comprehensive and straight to the point. Of course I subscribed already ;)
Thanks for finding us and joining the Raiti's Rides family!
hi Joe. I would like to make a sugestion for your reviews. To show the upper center console to see if there is led interior lighting and if it has a sunroof, how does it open, etc, And also, to show the command of the lights at the left of the steering wheel, if they are automatic and what not, i think it would be a nice addition. thank you so much for the reviews, you are a great guy.
Thanks for the great feedback Leonardo! Will do!
Thanks Raitis!
When you said “it’s a real AMG” I know a lot of people got mad 🤣🤣🤣
I might have been one of those people
Olamide Oso Omo naija I traded my C63 for the GLC43 AMG $81k out the door! The 43 series is a blast to drive. To ba lowo, lo ra AMG!
Still does 0-60 in 4.1 sec so id say its a amg
@@tatemushroom1002 I agree. Quicker than majority of the cars on the road tbh!
I like the honesty in the review when talking about the wood trim, I don't care for the wood either. It is good to know that the C43 has steering feedback, which is rare nowadays from reviews I've read.
I don't know which was more fun...the test drive itself, or watching you having fun driving! I have a C300 and thinking of upgrading to this as my next car. Great overview! Thanks!
A big shout out from the southern Caribbean. Love your reviews, keep up the great work. I was able to confidently purchase my civic after viewing your review.
1:51 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 👽 this is why I love watching Joe review cars! Get to laugh and learn about the car all in 1
Thanks brother! I appreciate the support!
I love this review! I'm yet to drive the C 43 AMG! Coming soon to the channel!
I am so glad that I could share this one with you!
@@RaitisRides I just reviewed the 2021 AMG C43 Sedan. Check it out! I’d love to hear your feedback and thoughts.
Got a 2017 and i love it! Got my first traffic ticket in it :,)
13:46 I’m smiling watching this acceleration cause I’m about to go from my 2019 x4 m40i back to a Mercedes again and this looks great!!!! 🔥🔥
We have a 2018 C43 AMG and man does it sound good!
Car is soooooo nice , I drove one last week . My stepdad bought one in dark blue . It’s very sporty and stiff suspension. Great car !!!
Very cool Nick! Thanks for that great input!
How is the suspension, is it comfortable enough for an everyday cruiser / commuter??? I’m curious how stiff it is and if it’s uncomfortable? Thanks ...
"this car is on fire that's why they are here"..... improvisation at his best. You have to love Joe......
Great review as always, disappointed that Mercedes didn’t give you a nicer optioned out C43. Car looks much sharper in black with the upgraded 19 inch rims and carbon fiber trim interior
Very good points! Thanks for the compliment!
Raschaud Farmer 78,590
Raschaud Farmer between $64K-$70k. You can get a nice optioned out C43 for $65k
I saw one in black today I was racing it lol
It does looker nicer with the 19s but I personally choose the 18s so I wouldn't have flats every other day 🤣 I've heard horror storys about how easily the 19s bend on small potholes and the summer tires (only come on the 19s) that burst on the same small pot holes. I choose convenience over not as nice rims lol
I have been looking at the Lexus RX 350. The reviews are so pedestrian. To watch the look on your face when you accelerated made my day!
Keep grinding Joe! I'm following my dreams in business just like you are doing with youtube! We can do this!
That is so awesome of you to say! We can do this brother!
I own a c43 amg, I test drove the C63s. I made the right choice, its such a well-balanced vehicle and an incredible daily driver. If you're thinking about getting one, DO IT!
My dad is planning to get one. This specific model. Very beautiful. Great addition to the garage besides the A250 AMG imo 👌🏻
Very cool!
@@RaitisRides yes it is!!
Awe MAN, I just went to your home page and my mouth dropped open. Thanks for covering a wide range of vehicles. New subscriber here!
Hands down the best dealership I've ever come across. Getting a C43 soon from there
That is so wonderful!
Great car, but the wood trim reminds me of my parents basement recroom from the 1980's.
I totally agree with you!
Nothing wrong with a recroom from the ‘80’s ...... 😉 🎸🎸🎸
Of course the C43 is a real amg. Entire car (brakes, suspension, drive modes, 4-matic system, engine, transmission etc.) is all from AMG. AMG did not start off with hand-assembling engines back in the day. If they were ok with calling non-hand-assembled AMG’s back then, then it’s definitely okay now.
Thanks for letting me share this one with you!
What a fantastic review on the AMG C 43. Makes me feel like jumping into mine and go for a spin right now :-) Thanks
3:40 lollll Mercedes “Yin&Yang edition”
Thanks for letting me share this laughs with you!
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Thanks for recognizing that Mario! You guys deserve the best!
I bought one yesterday couldn’t sleep more than a couple of hours I was so excited to drive it lmao I love it
Very nice car. My friends stock c43 keeps up with a 2015 380whp STI. His amg is blue with red seats and carbon fiber Interior. Very nice ! Those shifts are insane
My 2020 c300 looks pretty much the same, except for the rear diffuser and the quad exhaust tips😮
Wow! Joe, you are the best , I just requested you to review this car two days ago and here you got it. I kinda like the wood trim, looks like walnut. Thanks, Joe...
Clean German Styling, says it all!
The sirens are warning everyone that Joe Raiti, is about to do a road test, in an, "AMG"!
Not liking the wood at all, however, it reminds me of days of when wood was the norm, back in the 70's, and 80's, M-B models!
First time I'm listening to a review, with my Bose headphones on, GF, is sleeping, and I'll tell you, what a sound difference! I may have to go back and listen to the, "On Throttle", portions! I believe I've been missing out on a lot of, "true" audio! 😵
No rear seat power ports?? 🙄🤔
Thank you, for showcasing, another great M-B AMG, product! 🏁🏁
You are awesome Donald with some of these things you say. I am so glad that sound is being picked up nicely with your Bose Headphones! I think for sure some of the cars from just a few days ago are worth a redo!
@@RaitisRides Go back and look at old photos of M-B interiors... Wood everywhere!
Headphones, regardless of quality, truly makes a difference!
I've been viewing your page on either a laptop, tablet, or phone, and we all know, the speakers, in these devices, aren't of highest quality possible!
"Perhaps", it should be mentioned, in your next Q&A. as a mere suggestion, to the viewing faithful... "To Give it a Try", during an, "On Throttle", moment!
OK, I'll Shut Up, Now... 🤐
The C43 AMG is a fantastic car especially for tuners as those TT V6 motors can push serious power with stock internals and injectors. Whoever spec'd this car out is absolutely ridiculous because that wood trim and no pano roof is just nasty. Easy change though.
Thanks for sharing that great input and perspective!
I really appreciate your clarity and truthfulness. Thanks for doing this review!
Love the humor Joe. They should have put the shifter on the steering wheel to compliment the old school wood ha ha. Theres just something on merced they are so refined and distinctive!
You are so right Sam!
Great video, thank you Rati!! I'm going to start off by saying I am a huge fan of all things wood trim, but in a AMG I was not expecting brown wood trim in a black interior with red seat belts!?! Kind of a strange combo !
, still it's a really cool little Benz!!
i hate the Stock c43 rims. On my c43 i have the Multi spoke 19 inch wheels refinished in gloss black and they look way better. the tires on this one look too chunky for a performance car. This spec was also odd with the front sunroof only not panoramic and the light brown wood. it looks much better with the Black open pore wood and full panoramic sunroof.
To be honest the C300 is not a good buy, the C43 is so much worth it, experienced it and absolutely love it. This car can be absolutely beautiful when it is blacked out.
Thanks for sharing your input and perspective!
Nice car with plenty of power and looks. I could see having that as my main ride. Would be really sick with a six speed! Great review Joe!
Always love the reviews on point
I have to disagree with you a bit Joe. Mercedes may call the c-class a med size but based on the interior space and length of the wheel base, I would consider this baby their compact entry. The E-class is more of a med size offering.
That thing sounds great for a six! I almost like it as much as their V8s sound. I agree with you, that wood trim could be any other color to look better. Lighter or darker.
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Fyi if anyone is looking to buy any Mercedes and do not like the color of the trim pieces, you can easily replace it with a different material.
Great review thanks to you I made my decision on the C43
i giggle and laugh just like that when i drive it! it only pops and crackle on S+, so u can choose when to be obnoxious or not lol
Was crown Vic shooting this crown Eurocar review? 😀 BiTurbo - the car is a switch hitter 😀 You nailed it Joe. That fake wood reminded me of our old TV 📺. I was hoping Tiffany Coyne was going to pop out of door 🚪 number one. Keep up the great work young man 👍
Another great review. I really like this car. Thanks for sharing.
Amazing Review! Appreciate it
Thanks for saying that!
Thank you Joe for finally getting this review done 🙌
I own a 2019 C43 AMG in Salenite Grey facelift tuned by Renn Tech
Many modifications too many to list. But lowered with H&R VFT makes it really feel like an AMG along with Vornsteiner wheels 19's too. I have almost all the boxes ticked ! For the money it's a no brainier in my opinion
0 issues so far so good owned a little over a year now. Great review
Last DYNO:
405.7 awhp
470.4 llb ft 👌
0 to 60 3.7 seconds (Sport Plus in 4 matic)
Jason McConnell Hey Jason, how much did it cost you for the Renn tech tuned and do you have to ship it out to UK?
@@jrodsrides8945 I did using Dyno COMP as the middle man they also tuned the my car with Renn Tech Tune as well. Took a week and a half or so TAT yea.
@@jrodsrides8945 for both tunes about $3600 including DYNO
How’s the reliability now and miles??
I am two years late! But I still buy one Joe.
Great video, Joe. Don't know if you've been asked before, but which car did you enjoy driving more, the C43 AMG or BMW's M340I X-drive?
I was surprised they let u test drive the AMG model. At the local merc dealership , they told everyone who want to test drive any AMG, THEY GOTTA agreed on the number first
Wow really? That sucks! In Jersey as long as I called ahead to schedule a test drive I could drive whatever I wanted.
Very professional, an funny also very understanding love this chen❤️
I’ve been waiting for you to do this review. Let’s go 👌🏽
Nice way to wing the sirens
Great Video Man!!! I Could Hear That Fire Truck With The Sirens And The Airhorn!!! 🤣🤣🤣
I agree raitis black in the center and the doors look better!
Thanks so much for this review!!! Been waiting on it. 👍 Is it worth leasing?
Joe, I know you said go with a Honda civic, Toyota Corolla or Mazda but i found a good deal on a 2016 Acura ILX with 78k miles and i love it. But I was wondering what is the first thing I should do to it or do I keep it stock.
Awesome review!
Thanks for reviewing 2020 BMW M340 and 2020 Mercedes AMG C43!
I hope next one will be 2020 Audi S4\S5!
Only straight line acceleration and no comment on handling? I was hoping you’d take it to a lot and do some sharp turns
Great as always man
Can you review the new gla 250 4 matic edition 1?
There are no good reviews of that car. keep it up
Would you pick this or m340i？I think we are curious💪
M340i way better and 8K less with same options.
Toro 2017 thats what I think. Faster，more refined，and cheaper. Maybe a little quieter lol
M340 will destroy the c43.. I have both.. But e53 is another animal.
CaRsDrIvingCrazY well did you checked @carwow drag race video？ M340 even demolished e53 coupe……surprisingly
@@zihaoye2433
Didn't Check but loved how the e53 felt while driving it. It might be close in speed to the m340 but it felt much nicer inside. Its a better car even though I own the m340. Its double the price leasing it
I have a tuned 2019 C43 sedan and it's an absolutely incredible car. I laugh when I pass M340s and S4s.
Justinaadu really, you smoked them? I’ll go buy it then and maybe I’ll test drive the M340i..
luis rodriguez the overall package that AMG offers is better than the BMW.
Are you talking stock m340 and s4’s or tuned aswell?
Those can’t really compare with this car. I feel like M2 and RS3 are in this price range. And compete better.
Abier Alam stock vs stock the C43 is better. There’s many levels of “tuned”.
Nice car, nice review Joe!
Very nice interior
THATS MY CAR!! LOVE IT!!
How’s the suspension and ride quality? Is it too stiff especially with 19 inch wheels? Thanks man looking into getting this and wanted your opinion.
@@skies44 as an owner, I can tell you its fine with 19s. great car!
Steve
I’m really stumped between this C43 sedan and the 2021 bmw M340 x drive model. They’re both great in their own ways and I can’t make up my mind.
@@skies44 the c43 is an actual amg model, m340 i think is just the sport trim of the 340, i've had a 335i back in 2014 and it was definitely a sport car, so i can only imagine what the m340 is gonna be like. but what i love about the c43 is the exhaust sounds in sport+ mode, there is a noticeable pops and crackles thats just really exhilarating for me when i drive it. so u probably wanna test drive it before u choose. either way tho i dont think u can make a wrong decision man! good luck dude! let us know which one u decided to get and how u like it!
James Coleman
Thanks my man, that’s exactly why I’m so stumped!!! I’ve been drooling ever since my test drive of the C43 couple of months ago and it was love at first blast off with that thing. I loved it and researched it for weeks and weeks ever since then. But recently I came across the M340 and I actually test drove it today. It was smooth and powerful as hell. More smooth suspension but didn’t have that same excitement as I got from the c43 so I’m with you man. So I’m still undecided and I want to go for another test drive with both these cars. I was surprised how heavy the m340 steering was but that’s not a bad thing. And the traction definitely slips quite a bit when stepping on the gas on a turn
Yeah that's true the wood trim does look like a TV from the 80s, a sticker wood film even worse
A great performance sedan but I would lease it for 3-4 years and thats it. Btw, that's the sexiest steering wheel I've ever seen...LOL
Would you pick the C43 AMG over the BMW M340i?
That V6 is enough power. Actually I would prefer this for the cabriolet.
Nice thought!
Hi Joe, Which would you choose? CLA 45 or S4?
Hi man, the new generation C class is coming. Is old model C43 sedan still worth buying? Also how's it comparing to M340i?
I agree on the thoughts about the sunroof.
my 2019 has an AMG performance exhaust unsure if this white one has it but mine sounds waayyy better with the valves open. Maybe that was a cold start revving at the cold start if you rev or give it gas in sport+ it sounds horrible until it warms up about 1 minute later. Also, the wood trim is ugly mine has the carbon fiber trim.
Agreed. Mine has the PE and sounds awesome imo! I also have the carbon fiber trim which is gorgeous! Enjoy your ride!
You can see in the video it has the Performance Exhaust button on the center console, and he has the car in Sport+, so it's on.
Great review as always, but for this I rather get the G70 3.3T and if I want German, I’ll get the S4 u reviewed recently that cost $54k for $60k I rather got S5 4 door hatch. And that wood grain is because Merc is usually for the older crowd, lol
Good call!
Love audis but I don’t know man
The coupe looks so much better! But practicality wise the sedan does a better job.
love the honest review. hope this particular car is being sold at a lower price since the break-in period just got demolished by this guy lol
What do you think happens when someone test drives a vehicle?
Raiti's Rides Facts. People drive like this even with a dealership salesman in the passenger seat, because it’s expected on a luxury car.
Compared to the m340... what is your guys opinion? Joe your opinion too! Thank you!
You da man joe
Thanks for saying that!
How does this compare to CLA 45 AMG? Price is about the same?
Hey Joe great review, did you find the suspension to be too stiff/harsh?
The suspension is definitely stiff in all modes but I keep in sport all the time lol
@@johnis300 yea I've heard that a bunch, gonna test drive em soon, hopefully it's not too uncomfortable
Casey N it’s not the worst it did get much better once I switched out the run flats plus my car rides on the optional 19 inch wheels.
Not at all.
What is the top speed supposed to be on one of this ? Mine cuts off the power at 130. Is that normal for US ?
Joe...I don't believe this is a true AMG for one reason: not a hand assembled engine, this is basically like an Msport or S-line. The real AMG's have that little plaque showing who assembled the engine, it's being watered down here to live on the name...IMO🤔
Of course C43 not real AMG
It’s AMG tuned, they said..
CLA45 is AMG not c43
www.mercedesmagazine.com/mercedes-magazine-original-content/reality-behind-amg-hand-built-engines/
Good performance car...when they’re not in the shop. #MOPAR
This is true!
I agree Mopar in the shop lots bigtime
@@RaitisRides oh really
I have the Infiniti Q50S Red sport.
Same 3.0 V6
Same twin turbo
My horsepower is 400 though.....
Thanks for sharing that info from your ownership.
amg is a brand and signature, even though I admit c43 is not a real AMG, but Infiniti had no signature or brand, and you made a mistake it should be Q60S coupe had 400 HP
Mercedes had AMG, BMW had M package, Audi had RS series, what did Infiniti have, please?
@@shuozhang236 No Mistake, I BOUGHT the car, and know exactly what I have according to my papers.
*Infiniti Q50S Red Sport sedan ( 4 door )*
I do not have the *coupe* (2 door )
Note: I am fully aware of *ALL* sport/sport sedan vehicles and their models.
Note 2: How can you sit there and *TRY* to tell another person what they have ? Especially when they have the item and you do not have a clue on what they actually have ?
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@@shuozhang236 "what did Infiniti have, please? "
Dude, pull your wedgie out your butt crack please.
It is a COMPARISON, and I was pointing out how/why an *AMG* (their sport model) has less potential with the same equipment than a car not reference with that level.
That is the REASON why I did not get the C43 ! about $5,000 more in cost with LESS power ! And the C43 size is compact as hell ! Q50 is way bigger !
Yeah, I like brand names...... BUT
A person has to be a fool to pay extra just for the stamp (AMG), and still come up short on the roads. That is fact with no "I am taking side" scenario !
61k good god I dont think I could do it over a q60 red sport for 10k less or even a slower legacy XT but equally as nice interior
More of a C63 fan, but still, nothing wrong with this C43, Joe! I love it!
I really am intrested in this car but my only issue is how well will the Mercedes car hold up over time is stuff going to break after 50k miles and are parts going to be extremely expensive is it worth all the money over a Japanese car that will be just as good less expensive all hard questions
I totally agree with you!
I’m about to get this..but ur right that brown just don’t match nothing in the car they should of just left it black or dark Grey idno what they was thinking
Good call!
Thanks for the review on a AMG can you try to review a CLA 45 AMG ??!
I will get that together for you!
from a lite track day standpoint.. c43 amg or a35 amg ? can get both used for around the same cost, and although the a35 gives up HP it also gives up like 3-500 lbs
I hate it when there is wood trim in the car interiors, not for me! The only ones actually making it work is Volvo.
I feel your pain!
Jo your tests are so fun. I like it very much. You figured that wood is really terrible and doesn't fit into a sporty car. Bad. Greetings from Germany
Thank you so much Joe!!! I have been waiting this long😀👍😀👍
You are the best!