For me acoustic lock is actually good as it only makes the slight beep noise if all doors/boot of your car is completely closed. For example if a door is left just slightly ajar then the acoustic lock won't sound but you will hear the doors lock. It's like an indicator for if your car is completely secure when you lock it.
@@TheBlueskyson Acoustic lock is the short beep of the horn the car does when you lock it, and it'll only activate if all the doors and the boot are fully closed properly
I like the acoustic lock feature. If you're in bed and think did I lock the car you can just press the button and pap, you can tell its locked without getting out of bed
Ah Lovely! The mango grey looks incredible. Haha Becky is not a fan of Sport+ too! Perhaps il make an acceration video with her. Amelia however happy goes "weeeeeeeeeee' in her child seat when we Sport+ :D
I think the acoustic lock is also for if you’re in a car park and can’t remember exactly where you left your car. They use that a lot in the states with their massive parking lots, my Accura did that when I lived there.
For the people saying they cant afford one: Work hard and you will. I had the same mindset but One thing I was told is that throughout your life, you will always be paying on something so why not get what you want.. it made sense to me because I been working two jobs since 18 years old and yet still didn’t have everything I wanted soo now year 2022, I am now purchasing a 2022 Mercedes C class C300. Good money management can help pay bills plus you will find ways to pay your bills because you wouldn’t want to lose your car, house, etc etc
Well said IdgalShae, I grew up with just my mum and brother and we will very poor. it’s taken me 10 years of hard work to get where I am today. Thank you for this comment and congrats on your success, purchasing your new C300, they are brilliant cars. I am a firm believer in hard work to achieve your goals :)
And a life alert is good for old people who get cold or fall down in the shower frequently. If ya can't remember where yeee left your car yeee shouldn't be fooken driving.
I just picked up my E-class Mercedes last week. Absolutely love it. Thanks for the tips, I'm learning something new about my car every day. I just ordered Faraday pouches, looking into that dashcam, but now I wish I would have gotten the gap insurance :(
Ah! Congrats on your car I'm glad you found the tips helpful. GAP insurance is really expensive at the dealer. You can goto a price comparison website and get it a lot cheaper so it's not too late if you want it :)
Thank you for this video. Just heading to pick up a car which I am so grateful for. It's only by God's grace that able to afford this car. Thanks for your tips, they are really helpful.
Here in the US, I'm driving an older '14 E250 4Matic Bluetec. Because it's a diesel, the DEF Tank replaces the spare tire. So, it came with Fun Flat Tires. After my second sidewall blowout I pulled them off and put on non-run flats. The important piece I believe you left out of your video (If you don't have a spare tire) is to have an emergency air compressor & fix a flat can. I use the Slime Kit that has both in a tidy zipped package. My two step recovery from a flat is to use the Slime unless it's a side-wall blow out which then, I dial up my (24 hour) AAA Road Service. It's a reasonable back up plan. My wife's X5d also ran on run flats. I replaced them with non and put the same Slime Kit in the rear space under the lid.
Good tips. I hope I will remember all of them when I finally pick up my EQB AMG Premium in Februari, 9 months from now. Delivery times are through the roof!
It’s ok and we can’t know everything and that includes me also.they put a layer of wax and that is somehow as a shield.if you put the word detailing you should find all your answers
Unfortunately, I did not know or realize how horrible run-flat tires are until my wheel cracked.. Having never experienced this, you are spot on about getting rid of those tires ASAP because the cost AMG wheels is so much.
Agreed :( The whole point is that you can run them for some miles if you get a flat too but can you imagine going over a pot hole while driving with one of them flat? alloys would not stand a chance. I just avoid run flats as much as I can now.
That run flat tyre issue only applies for AWD cars. Common on the C and GLC. Due to the geometry not being correct from merc. If you want to see it, put a gopro on the wheel arch looking at the wheel on full lock. You'll see it skip. Intrigued to see how the MPS tyres reduce it. Great video man. Really like the tip on double clicking the lock. That's a must know for any new merc these days!! Cheers.
Hi, I'm new to the world of cars and recently acquired my first Mercedes AMG, equipped with Michelin Pilot Sport 4S 21-inch tires. I've noticed it makes a noise similar to what's shown in this video when turning at low speeds with the wheel fully locked. I've received various explanations - some say it's due to the low profile of the tires, others mention the Ackerman effect. When I consulted Mercedes service, they informed me it's normal. I'm also located in New York City, where it's currently winter with temperatures averaging 20-40 degrees Fahrenheit. I'm not sure if the cold weather is affecting the tires or if these tires are specifically designed for summer use. I'm uncertain about what steps I could take to resolve this issue
Solid video but just a few comments on your gap insurance recommendation. It should be noted that if somebody puts a fair amount of money down on the car, gap insurance is not required because the "gap depreciation" has already been absorbed with the down payment. Normally if somebody trades in a vehicle with equity equivalent to a 10- 15% down payment or if they simply put that equivalent of money down, they should be in an okay position to pass on the gap. Something else to consider is most folks roll the gap insurance into the payment so they're financing the gap insurance for likely 60 to 72 months at the loan's interest rate. The last major car I purchased that needed gap, I passed on rolling it into the payment and found a cheaper price on the open market. Paid with a credit card offering 0% financing and knocked it out in 3 months for no finance charge. In the end I saved about $200 which paid for a new set of custom floor mats 👍
Your channel has such great content. Your presentations are honest, efficient and to the point. I guess TH-cam algos arent dong the channel justice by pushing it more. You surely deserve to have much more subs. Keep them coming, you have a great body of work waiting to be discovered by your intended audience.
Thank you so much for your kind comment Ashish. Comments like these make my day! :) I really enjoy making these videos and its been amazing to see the channel grow.
I always take a video & lots of photos when I collect a brand new car. It once proved that a scratch in the cars paintwork was clearly there at the showroom but not noticed until a few days later.
great video! Missing: adjust passenger side wing mirror dip angle for reverse, which helps seeing your passenger side rear wheel during parking to avoid scratches. Also: there are dash cams available that are built into the lower plastic cover under the rearview mirror - available in the same plastic colours as the original cover, though surface looks a bit cheaper. Just pop out that plastic cover, connect the cable on the dashcam to the rain sensor plug and push the new cover (that has the camera built in) in. There's a TF card slot on the side and 2 small buttons on the bottom to turn on/off or take a quick photo. It also has a connector for a rear camera - if you have that, run the wire along the headliner, but pay attention to not get in the way of the curtain airbags with the cable. If you're driving an estate/wagon and want the rear camera on the hatch then it gets a bit tricky to pull that through the rubber hose connecting the body to the hatch, but it's doable (use some grease for the cable to slide through with less resistance).
@@ABAUTOAMG my pleasure. I've made numerous small and mostly invisible changes to my E63S Estate/Wagon and the less obvious the mod the better. As it's not a cheap car I did want the additional benefit of a dashcam, yet did not want it to be obvious. So being able to find one that is part of a replacement plastic cover under the rearview mirror was perfect. Getting the model that plugs into the rain sensor was genius as there's no cable work to be done - unless you add the rear camera as well. The dashcam sets a recording to "do-not-overwrite" when a crash is detected (accelerometer). Downside: this one only records while the ignition is on, so if someone dings your car while parked at Tesco, you don't have that recorded. Some other cameras do. While the car is parked a snapshot is taken every minute or so except if the accelerometer detects an impact in which case it records and saves permanently. Some cameras also have a GPS logger which also uses the GPS time stamp. There are now also 360 degree 3rd party camera sets with 4 cameras.
Hey Stefan, Congrats on the new car! Even though it's not the C43 the C220d is still a great car. Very practical economy and still great performance. Enjoy your new ride and thanks for watching the videos :)
I’m currently looking at getting a “new” car. Unfortunately I can’t stretch to brand new but I’m looking at used and these tips are all really great and useful. Some I do already and have done since my first car but some of these I haven’t known about or done before. Really useful. Many thanks.
I have a 2020 C300 with the AMG and night package....great car. I have the run flats, and while not a fan in the beginning, the fact that I had two tire problems and was still able to drive the car makes them a must for me now. I get difference in performance and comfort, but I also get the safety issue by not changing a tire by the side of a road. All in all your videos are really informative. Next time I am going to watch your tips on my phone while sitting in my car so I can immediately put them to use.
Hi John, Thanks for your comment. Although I much prefer non run flats I can appreciate that they still have there benefits and it sounds like they have worked well for you :) I'm glad you are enjoying the videos thanks for watching!
23Hamlet24 First things first. Learn how to use launch control, then go back a few times just to learn about all of the new technology and how to use it. Me: Things I haven’t done/learned on this beast, at least not yet. AMG GT63s Great video👍
9:13 use a nail paint for repairs (or a touch up paint) , Go to a store and find the matching blue color (pretty sure you will find it) I use Essie nail paint and I apply it with a small paint brush. Sometimes you can match it better with a nail paint than the original brand touch up. I sent my mom to find the matching color in store :)
Thanks! I if in honest I havent looked into repairing it yet but touch up paint may be a good option, interesting to hear about the nail paint too! Never thought of that.
Great video, collecting my C class coupe 220d on Monday, can’t wait. Great tips! You always forget to ask something when your collecting your new car so your video has really helped, cheers 👍
@@ABAUTOAMG Thanks & it is a great car just like yours, luv your colour. Maybe when things calm down we could meet up & you could teach me a few more tips & tricks. 👍
Thank you so much for those very informative tips. I'm picking my car up next week so will set about adjusting and readjusting. You are spot on about run flats tyres. I can't stand them, they cost me an absolute fortune!
You are welcome! I hope the pick up goes well. I've just uploaded a new video with 35 Mercedes tips and tricks that you may find helpful once you have your car too! :)
hahaha ......SPORT+ I cant wait for my little one to experience that, just about to go get me first Mercedes after 8 years of BMW.....I guess we all grow up and go for more and more comfort but your video is great to show some of the tips and import features of Mercedes brand in very clever and funny way. Definitely will check rest of your's videos and cant wait for those guys from Main Dealership to deal with my very strict control of car I'll pick up in few days 🤣🤣
Thanks for all those useful tips. Much better than the manual, which never seems to have the bit you’re looking for and refers you on to some obscure e-manual 👍
Hey Adam! I've been following your channel for a while now, and I finally made the move to buy a beautiful 2019 C43 coupe. Very classy and what a sound! So going through your old videos again to make sure I make the most of the first few days :)
Hey Erwan! That is amazing to hear! A big congratulations from me the 2019 C43 is such a good car! Sounds like you are enjoying it so far! Wish you all the best :) I actually remember your name and profile photo from your previous comments on my vids, always nice to see long time viewers. Thanks for still watching and enjoy your C43!
@@ABAUTOAMG hey Adam. I'm picking up the car in a couple of days and the Mercedes dealer is asking me if I want a ceramic paint protection. Do you think it's really worth it, based on your experience? And now on a 5 year old car? thanks and enjoy your Aston!
@ErwanYTube Hey Erwan, A ceramic coating is great but I’d avoid getting it done at a main dealer. I don’t want to knock main dealers but most simply don’t have the time to do it properly. You’re much better off getting it done by a professional detailer. They will take so much care and properly prep the car and the coating will be better and last much longer 👍
Also it’s never too late. If anything now is a good time as a good detailer they will polish out any light scratches (ones that are hard to see) and swirl marks before they apply it and the car will look amazing. Il probably be having the Aston Martin done soon 👍
@@ABAUTOAMG thanks so much for your reply! That's exactly the feedback I got online: worth it, but from a proper shop. Thanks and looking forward for your next video!
Loved watching this content, the advice relating to paintwork is a must for any low profile front grill vehicle, I valet cars hence why I agree with you strongly. One thing you missed out is where the bonnet release is for when you top up the windscreen washer bottle. I've liked and subscribed due to one of the best informative vids on TH-cam
Not going to lie brother, best part of the video was your daughter. I have a daughter of my own so its great to see another proud father teaching his daughter the way of "Sport+".
Nice. Very informative especially the Faraday pouch. It is also worth advising that if the spare key is kept at home, try and store so as to maximize the distance to the car.
Hi, trust you and the family are all well (your daughter is so cute - comfort or sporty driving). I don't own a Mercedes and probably never will; however just watched this video to ascertain what points you would highlight, and they were excellent for any vehicle (new or old) someone purchases. I myself am in the process of purchasing a 2016 Ford Mondeo Titanium, with remote keyless entry; and your tip for the "Faraday pouch" and the link you provided, resulted in me buying the twin pack immediately. I will be putting some of your other tips into practice on the Ford, thank you for this excellent video. You and the family stay safe and healthy.
When I got my new car I didn’t check the wheels and ended up driving around for like a month without one of the lug nuts on my front passenger wheel. Also over a year later and haven’t called the dealer to set up Mercedes Me lol
Thanks! I would say your at much less risk but theres no harm in playing it extra safe as the key still does have wireless functionality with the remote start etc.
I picked up my E 450 Coupe yesterday and have noticed the ‘grabbing issue’ when pulling on and off my drive way. Love the tip for getting rid of this by ditching the run flats, as it’s super annoying. But what do you do if you get a puncture without run flats as the car has no spare wheel? 🤷🏻♂️
Hi Matt, if your car is under warranty you should have free roadside assistance with Mercedes, theres even a button for this in some cars. Even if the car is out of warranty if it has been serviced by mercedes themselves every year you should have this service, it rolls on. I'm not 100% sure so I'd check with your dealer with your car. If I'm unlucky and get a flat il be calling them for a free tow or fix hopefully. To be honest I'd worry about cracking my alloys driving on a flat, even a runflat.
Great to hear Kay I hope it goes well. I'm always here in the comments if you have any questions. Lots more mercedes tips videos on my channel too! Enjoy your new car!
Thank you very much for your detailed content. I’m getting a C43 and all your tips are really useful. Unfortunately they don’t have the Performance Exhaust option available on the C43 AMG in Japan. I hear you on getting rid of those run flats though, they also add to the road noise don’t they?!
Great video, I turned the acoustic lock off straight away on mine, I think the staff at MB have it on so it also helps them find the right car in the lot lol. You thought about tuning yours at all? I had my A45 remapped a couple of weeks ago and it pulls so much better now 👍
Ah good point! That must make life a bit easier for them to find the cars. I have thought about an engine modification but I keep backing out due to worries about voiding my warranty. It's a tricky one.
Bought a 2013 c300 sport a month ago. I ask if they could pick me up so I could test drive before I sign to buy (and not be stuck getting the car I drove there home), they arrived and car look gorgeous. I was slightly worried I would have issues adjusting to the 4matic (all wheel drive), but honestly, it just felt.. good. Hell it even smelled good haha. After 2 weeks of owning, it was time for Sadie to get a wash. That’s when I noticed a few things. The dealership does such a good washing/waxing it’s hard to see it until you wash, but the front driver-side bumper has slight damage to it (mainly underneath), like someone tried wheel parking a concrete parking block, the hood has these tiny paint chips and small... I don’t even know what they are honestly. Like acid misted very slightly and took the color away in tiny circles, rims have tiny knicks aswell 😭. I personally don’t care about others seeing this, because you can’t unless your like a foot away, but I know its there. And i think about it everytime I see the car now lmao. Gonna suck paying to fix all that... Since purchasing, put 2.3k miles on it, and over-all opinion: Buy one. 100%. No older than 2012. If you do buy older, buy pre 2004. 2006-2011 ALOT of issues. 2012-2014 they tried to make up for the previous reviews on prior C-class models. Lastly: BEFORE YOU BUY - Find a Mercedes Dealership and ask if they provide a “Pre-Purchase Inspection”. They will try to get you when you settle up, but it should be 75$. Period. And if you got time, use the bathroom. It’s one of the nicest bathrooms Iv ever been into. Yes. A bathroom. Snake skin black walls, marble sink and toilet bowls, since like a clear gloss gold marble.... I honestly felt bad using any of it. So I wiped the sink where water splashed a little 🤭 lol and I got my first oil change done there after the first week. Don’t do it (unless you really like the bathroom or have extra dough to blow). It was 256$.
Thanks for the tips! Sorry to hear you had some issues with yours. Haha at the bathroom, not sure my dealers is as fancy as that! Although there's free cake in the waiting room!
The last time a salesman tried to force me to take gap insurance I walked out of the dealership, next time I will make him swallow his desk first. Carbase bristol... avoid.
I think this is all great as are the other videos. I’m seriously in the market for a facelift 43 or 63. Prices have shot up during covid. I’m interested to know if any of these mods will impact your warranties? Such as the dash cams or ceramic coating. Really great content. So thank you 🙏
Hi Oliver, yeah prices in the used market seem to be all over the place at the moment. Warranty should be safe with dash cam if its properly fitted, ceramic coating absolutely safe too and will add value to the car. Thank you for your kind words too, glad you are enjoying the content!
Hey man - not having seen the video yet, i can tell you that dash cams or ceramic coating doesn’t void warranty. I’ve had them on all my more expensive cars, like the M2 and current C63s AMG. I’m selling my 2016 C63s now, and getting a 2016 A45 AMG. (I know, going from a V8 to 4pot.. but i’m not letting my wife drive the C63! :p) - i’m gonna get the A45 coated right away.
Thanks for these tips! Just picked up my GLC 300 last week and still learning all its beautiful features! Thanks for explaining about the GAP insurance thingy. Glad I have it ! More power on your videos and programs!🎉
Congrats Amar, you are going to love the C43 it’s such a brilliant car. I have lots of videos on my c43 with tips and tricks but if you have any questions when your car arrives just leave a comment and il be here to help!
@@ABAUTOAMG Cheers mate, i've already watched them all in preparation! haha I had a few people say I shouldve just waited for the 2022 updated model, but i really wanted the 6 cylinder! Keep up the great content and congrats on the cla45s!
Hey Chery, Thanks! Great to hear you found it helpful. I hope you collection of your AMG goes well. Such great cars! Agreed with the GAP it's insanely expensive at the dealership.
Me watching this fully well I can’t afford a Mercedes or any other car for that matter
In time you will afford one!!
Pray be positive and work towards it you will get it
You will some day very soon
Only 16K € for a w205
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“ Reset your TCU and drive like a loony for 15min”😮😂😂😂 Im subscribing right now 😂😂😂
For me acoustic lock is actually good as it only makes the slight beep noise if all doors/boot of your car is completely closed.
For example if a door is left just slightly ajar then the acoustic lock won't sound but you will hear the doors lock.
It's like an indicator for if your car is completely secure when you lock it.
Exactly … it’s also great to find your car in big parkings.
What is 'acoustic lock' Coco? I have keyless entry on my e class 2017 coupe. ty
@@TheBlueskyson Acoustic lock is the short beep of the horn the car does when you lock it, and it'll only activate if all the doors and the boot are fully closed properly
@@cocobuggathanks friend. This is the exact sound i hear each time i put my finger on the door handle to lock. Guess imma doing it right.
@@cocobuggaP.S. Sometimes my boot/trunk flyies open unintended. Anyone else experience this?
I recently got a mercedes c180. Initially i was overwhelmed with everything. Your videos help me a lot to navigate my way.
how many km? still reliable?
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Less then C200.. is renault engine.....,
@@freedomsports3365I owned a Renault before. There's absolutely no comparison. The c180 is a class apart from it.
@@greywolf9341 ok..., but.. 1.5 liters or 1.6 liters.., betwen 105 hp to 120 hp...., head and block its renault.....!!
Great video !
About #15 - I just removed battery from my spare key and I keep it in a normal plastic bag. Both energy and money saving.
Perfect timing, I really hope I will be picking up my new car tomorrow.
Ah! Brilliant. Congrats! I hope it all goes well.
Congratulations!! 👍👍👍
brooo im trying to get one as well within a month
Change dynamic mode from comfort to sports+ as you get out the dealership you’ll be pleased.
Congrats. Whats the brand/model?
I like the acoustic lock feature. If you're in bed and think did I lock the car you can just press the button and pap, you can tell its locked without getting out of bed
I picked up my 68 plate C43 in magno grey yesterday...love it. Didn’t like being shouted at by the wife when I put my foot down Sport+ though😕
Ah Lovely! The mango grey looks incredible. Haha Becky is not a fan of Sport+ too! Perhaps il make an acceration video with her. Amelia however happy goes "weeeeeeeeeee' in her child seat when we Sport+ :D
I think the acoustic lock is also for if you’re in a car park and can’t remember exactly where you left your car. They use that a lot in the states with their massive parking lots, my Accura did that when I lived there.
For the people saying they cant afford one: Work hard and you will. I had the same mindset but One thing I was told is that throughout your life, you will always be paying on something so why not get what you want.. it made sense to me because I been working two jobs since 18 years old and yet still didn’t have everything I wanted soo now year 2022, I am now purchasing a 2022 Mercedes C class C300. Good money management can help pay bills plus you will find ways to pay your bills because you wouldn’t want to lose your car, house, etc etc
Well said IdgalShae, I grew up with just my mum and brother and we will very poor. it’s taken me 10 years of hard work to get where I am today. Thank you for this comment and congrats on your success, purchasing your new C300, they are brilliant cars. I am a firm believer in hard work to achieve your goals :)
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acoustic lock noise (11:30) is really useful for finding your car in a multi-story car park - unlock and lock and you hear the beeper!
And a life alert is good for old people who get cold or fall down in the shower frequently.
If ya can't remember where yeee left your car yeee shouldn't be fooken driving.
I just picked up my E-class Mercedes last week. Absolutely love it. Thanks for the tips, I'm learning something new about my car every day. I just ordered Faraday pouches, looking into that dashcam, but now I wish I would have gotten the gap insurance :(
Ah! Congrats on your car I'm glad you found the tips helpful. GAP insurance is really expensive at the dealer. You can goto a price comparison website and get it a lot cheaper so it's not too late if you want it :)
Where did you order your Faraway Pouches?
@@sharonadams7565 ebay
How is the car treating you so fat? Reasonable operating costs?
I had a 2010 c300 sport. I loved it. Then I bought a 2014 Infiniti Q50S hybrid for the options and speed. I miss mercedes. I want another one now.
Waiting until June until delivery of a GLC 43. This video is invaluable!
You are welcome KC! Thanks for watching. I hope your delivery goes well in June, very exciting!
Thank you for this video. Just heading to pick up a car which I am so grateful for. It's only by God's grace that able to afford this car. Thanks for your tips, they are really helpful.
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Here in the US, I'm driving an older '14 E250 4Matic Bluetec. Because it's a diesel, the DEF Tank replaces the spare tire. So, it came with Fun Flat Tires. After my second sidewall blowout I pulled them off and put on non-run flats. The important piece I believe you left out of your video (If you don't have a spare tire) is to have an emergency air compressor & fix a flat can. I use the Slime Kit that has both in a tidy zipped package. My two step recovery from a flat is to use the Slime unless it's a side-wall blow out which then, I dial up my (24 hour) AAA Road Service. It's a reasonable back up plan. My wife's X5d also ran on run flats. I replaced them with non and put the same Slime Kit in the rear space under the lid.
I love the audible lock 😅 I can’t relax unless I know I’ve heard it haha!
Ah! That's fair enough :) I always check my wing mirrors fold then I can relax knowing it's locked!
Good tips. I hope I will remember all of them when I finally pick up my EQB AMG Premium in Februari, 9 months from now. Delivery times are through the roof!
Insurance and detailing the car are one of the important things that anyone should do
Agreed! :)
Excuse my ignorance, but what is detailing?
I’ve just purchased a C200 Saloon, which should arrive next week from the dealership.
It’s ok and we can’t know everything and that includes me also.they put a layer of wax and that is somehow as a shield.if you put the word detailing you should find all your answers
@@panagiwtisleousis8991 thank you x
I hope that my answer helped you.greetings from Hellas
Unfortunately, I did not know or realize how horrible run-flat tires are until my wheel cracked.. Having never experienced this, you are spot on about getting rid of those tires ASAP because the cost AMG wheels is so much.
Agreed :( The whole point is that you can run them for some miles if you get a flat too but can you imagine going over a pot hole while driving with one of them flat? alloys would not stand a chance. I just avoid run flats as much as I can now.
Thanks for the great video. I’m picking up my new C43 in a few days, so your timing is impeccable! From an Aussie-based supporter.
Thanks! That's exciting I hope it all goes well and you enjoy the car! Congrats :D
Picking up my C43 right now! Just came across this video. Thanks a mill!
Did you get it?
@@Pablo_6000 Of course! I was literally on my way! Lol
@@mpmediagroup7973 Good stuff! Hope the pick up went well and you are loving it so far!
Just bought a c200 amg and i didn't know a thing you talk about now but thanks now i know. Very helpful tips
That run flat tyre issue only applies for AWD cars. Common on the C and GLC. Due to the geometry not being correct from merc. If you want to see it, put a gopro on the wheel arch looking at the wheel on full lock. You'll see it skip. Intrigued to see how the MPS tyres reduce it.
Great video man. Really like the tip on double clicking the lock. That's a must know for any new merc these days!!
Cheers.
Good video
@@3333ferret agree brah
Hi, I'm new to the world of cars and recently acquired my first Mercedes AMG, equipped with Michelin Pilot Sport 4S 21-inch tires. I've noticed it makes a noise similar to what's shown in this video when turning at low speeds with the wheel fully locked. I've received various explanations - some say it's due to the low profile of the tires, others mention the Ackerman effect. When I consulted Mercedes service, they informed me it's normal. I'm also located in New York City, where it's currently winter with temperatures averaging 20-40 degrees Fahrenheit. I'm not sure if the cold weather is affecting the tires or if these tires are specifically designed for summer use. I'm uncertain about what steps I could take to resolve this issue
Solid video but just a few comments on your gap insurance recommendation. It should be noted that if somebody puts a fair amount of money down on the car, gap insurance is not required because the "gap depreciation" has already been absorbed with the down payment.
Normally if somebody trades in a vehicle with equity equivalent to a 10- 15% down payment or if they simply put that equivalent of money down, they should be in an okay position to pass on the gap.
Something else to consider is most folks roll the gap insurance into the payment so they're financing the gap insurance for likely 60 to 72 months at the loan's interest rate.
The last major car I purchased that needed gap, I passed on rolling it into the payment and found a cheaper price on the open market. Paid with a credit card offering 0% financing and knocked it out in 3 months for no finance charge. In the end I saved about $200 which paid for a new set of custom floor mats 👍
Your channel has such great content. Your presentations are honest, efficient and to the point. I guess TH-cam algos arent dong the channel justice by pushing it more. You surely deserve to have much more subs. Keep them coming, you have a great body of work waiting to be discovered by your intended audience.
Thank you so much for your kind comment Ashish. Comments like these make my day! :) I really enjoy making these videos and its been amazing to see the channel grow.
I just bought a 2017 CLS 550 and I'm watching all these tips
Dude, I literally found a pair of nice $100 sunglasses in one of the more hidden storage zones, in the my newly bought used W212.
Ah, that's mad! Always love to hear stories of things people find in used cars when they pick them up!
You are the most informative presenter on TH-cam , as a merc owner you have opened my eyes to some great things.thank you M.M
Thank you Michael!
I actually like the acoustic lock 😃
I always take a video & lots of photos when I collect a brand new car. It once proved that a scratch in the cars paintwork was clearly there at the showroom but not noticed until a few days later.
great video! Missing: adjust passenger side wing mirror dip angle for reverse, which helps seeing your passenger side rear wheel during parking to avoid scratches.
Also: there are dash cams available that are built into the lower plastic cover under the rearview mirror - available in the same plastic colours as the original cover, though surface looks a bit cheaper. Just pop out that plastic cover, connect the cable on the dashcam to the rain sensor plug and push the new cover (that has the camera built in) in. There's a TF card slot on the side and 2 small buttons on the bottom to turn on/off or take a quick photo. It also has a connector for a rear camera - if you have that, run the wire along the headliner, but pay attention to not get in the way of the curtain airbags with the cable. If you're driving an estate/wagon and want the rear camera on the hatch then it gets a bit tricky to pull that through the rubber hose connecting the body to the hatch, but it's doable (use some grease for the cable to slide through with less resistance).
Thanks for taking the time for the detailed write up. Very helpful! I'm sure this will help lots of people too.
@@ABAUTOAMG my pleasure. I've made numerous small and mostly invisible changes to my E63S Estate/Wagon and the less obvious the mod the better. As it's not a cheap car I did want the additional benefit of a dashcam, yet did not want it to be obvious. So being able to find one that is part of a replacement plastic cover under the rearview mirror was perfect. Getting the model that plugs into the rain sensor was genius as there's no cable work to be done - unless you add the rear camera as well. The dashcam sets a recording to "do-not-overwrite" when a crash is detected (accelerometer).
Downside: this one only records while the ignition is on, so if someone dings your car while parked at Tesco, you don't have that recorded. Some other cameras do. While the car is parked a snapshot is taken every minute or so except if the accelerometer detects an impact in which case it records and saves permanently. Some cameras also have a GPS logger which also uses the GPS time stamp. There are now also 360 degree 3rd party camera sets with 4 cameras.
What dash cam is this in the video that you use? Really helpful video, thank you. Picked my C Class up earlier today 😁
@@michaelboden5089 Congrats on your new car! :) The one I'm using in the video is thinkware f800 pro
Love the new c43s,didnt have enough to buy one so went with a c220d 2020,still happy the New mercedes is amazing
Hey Stefan, Congrats on the new car! Even though it's not the C43 the C220d is still a great car. Very practical economy and still great performance. Enjoy your new ride and thanks for watching the videos :)
This video was so helpful to me. I just picked up my Mercedes-Benz B 250 4 Matic and I love how informative this video is.
Thank you so much 😊
Great timing I pick up my first new Mercedes this month GLC 300de 4matic AMG in hyacinth red
Perfect timing…… I just picked up my C300. This video is very helpful!!! Thanks a bunch! Be well!! 💫🚘💫
You are so welcome thanks for watching and enjoy your new C300 :)
Thanks for that. I bought a 63 plate C220 coupe a couple of weeks ago and enjoyed watching.
Thanks and congrats Tony! Enjoy your new coupe, lovely car! :)
This is one such video where lot of effort and thought has been put. Commendable and appreciate it 👌👍
Thanks a ton, it was fun to film and put this one together :)
I’m currently looking at getting a “new” car. Unfortunately I can’t stretch to brand new but I’m looking at used and these tips are all really great and useful. Some I do already and have done since my first car but some of these I haven’t known about or done before. Really useful. Many thanks.
Thanks for the nice comment Christopher, glad you found the video helpful. Good luck in your hunt for a new car :)
Thank you for these wonderful tips. They were so good I typed 13 of them to have when I pick up my new vehicle.
Great video and vibes brother!! Your little queen had me rolling with her response “ssssport pluss”.
Aha thank you, she is such a little gem. Perhaps she can join me for a drive with me video one day! :D
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I have a used E class 250 AMG coupe with run flats on the front and they’re spot on. Each to their own I suppose
I have a 2020 C300 with the AMG and night package....great car. I have the run flats, and while not a fan in the beginning, the fact that I had two tire problems and was still able to drive the car makes them a must for me now. I get difference in performance and comfort, but I also get the safety issue by not changing a tire by the side of a road. All in all your videos are really informative. Next time I am going to watch your tips on my phone while sitting in my car so I can immediately put them to use.
Hi John, Thanks for your comment. Although I much prefer non run flats I can appreciate that they still have there benefits and it sounds like they have worked well for you :) I'm glad you are enjoying the videos thanks for watching!
once a tyre goes though Johnny, you'll be driving on the rim.
@@TheBlueskyson Yea, and any pot hole can cause serious damage because there's little absorption of the force to the tire. It kills the wheel!
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First things first. Learn how to use launch control, then go back a few times just to learn about all of the new technology and how to use it.
Me: Things I haven’t done/learned on this beast, at least not yet.
AMG GT63s
Great video👍
Amazing car mate! Enjoy it and take your time to learn all its quirks and features :D
9:13 use a nail paint for repairs (or a touch up paint) , Go to a store and find the matching blue color (pretty sure you will find it) I use Essie nail paint and I apply it with a small paint brush.
Sometimes you can match it better with a nail paint than the original brand touch up.
I sent my mom to find the matching color in store :)
Thanks! I if in honest I havent looked into repairing it yet but touch up paint may be a good option, interesting to hear about the nail paint too! Never thought of that.
@@ABAUTOAMG I use dr colorchip. Same as you state, I wish I got paint protection. But the dr colorchip touch up kit is the best on the market.
Ya nailed it!
Wife and I are picking up our new car this November. Can't wait to use your tips :)
Just going to pick up my first merc and glad did watch your video. Keep good work up, really helpful.
No problem Rehan, glad it was helpful! :)
Picked my 2020 c43 up last week love your tips they really help.
Thanks! And big congrats on your C43!
Great video, collecting my C class coupe 220d on Monday, can’t wait. Great tips! You always forget to ask something when your collecting your new car so your video has really helped, cheers 👍
When I got my bmw, first thing I got was gap. With all these cool features, I'm liking benz too.
Love your tips and tricks. Been watching before buying my Glc63s and still watching now. So yep still learning. Top man 👌👍
Thanks Gavin. The glc63s is amazing!
@@ABAUTOAMG Thanks & it is a great car just like yours, luv your colour. Maybe when things calm down we could meet up & you could teach me a few more tips & tricks. 👍
Ps. Must get round to changing my profile picture.
Wednesday i’m picking up a c180 from 2019 it will be my first car so now I’m watching all these benz videos because i can’t wait 😭
Thank you so much for those very informative tips. I'm picking my car up next week so will set about adjusting and readjusting. You are spot on about run flats tyres. I can't stand them, they cost me an absolute fortune!
You are welcome! I hope the pick up goes well. I've just uploaded a new video with 35 Mercedes tips and tricks that you may find helpful once you have your car too! :)
I’ve had my new to me Mercedes a month. Great to find this!
Thanks for watching! Enjoy your new car :)
Thank you, pick up a 2017 c350e sport estate next week and this has helped me considerably :)
No problem Darren, thanks for watching! I'm glad it's been helpful :)
hahaha ......SPORT+ I cant wait for my little one to experience that, just about to go get me first Mercedes after 8 years of BMW.....I guess we all grow up and go for more and more comfort but your video is great to show some of the tips and import features of Mercedes brand in very clever and funny way. Definitely will check rest of your's videos and cant wait for those guys from Main Dealership to deal with my very strict control of car I'll pick up in few days 🤣🤣
Thanks for all those useful tips. Much better than the manual, which never seems to have the bit you’re looking for and refers you on to some obscure e-manual 👍
You are welcome! Thanks for watching :)
Hey Adam! I've been following your channel for a while now, and I finally made the move to buy a beautiful 2019 C43 coupe. Very classy and what a sound! So going through your old videos again to make sure I make the most of the first few days :)
Hey Erwan! That is amazing to hear! A big congratulations from me the 2019 C43 is such a good car! Sounds like you are enjoying it so far! Wish you all the best :) I actually remember your name and profile photo from your previous comments on my vids, always nice to see long time viewers. Thanks for still watching and enjoy your C43!
@@ABAUTOAMG hey Adam. I'm picking up the car in a couple of days and the Mercedes dealer is asking me if I want a ceramic paint protection. Do you think it's really worth it, based on your experience? And now on a 5 year old car? thanks and enjoy your Aston!
@ErwanYTube Hey Erwan, A ceramic coating is great but I’d avoid getting it done at a main dealer. I don’t want to knock main dealers but most simply don’t have the time to do it properly. You’re much better off getting it done by a professional detailer. They will take so much care and properly prep the car and the coating will be better and last much longer 👍
Also it’s never too late. If anything now is a good time as a good detailer they will polish out any light scratches (ones that are hard to see) and swirl marks before they apply it and the car will look amazing. Il probably be having the Aston Martin done soon 👍
@@ABAUTOAMG thanks so much for your reply! That's exactly the feedback I got online: worth it, but from a proper shop. Thanks and looking forward for your next video!
Loved watching this content, the advice relating to paintwork is a must for any low profile front grill vehicle, I valet cars hence why I agree with you strongly. One thing you missed out is where the bonnet release is for when you top up the windscreen washer bottle. I've liked and subscribed due to one of the best informative vids on TH-cam
Not going to lie brother, best part of the video was your daughter. I have a daughter of my own so its great to see another proud father teaching his daughter the way of "Sport+".
Aww thank you, shes the best! Although she did a big poo last week and said "Daddy Daddy come see my poo I've done a sport+ poo" haha
@@ABAUTOAMG Haha Yes! that is incredible!
Nice. Very informative especially the Faraday pouch. It is also worth advising that if the spare key is kept at home, try and store so as to maximize the distance to the car.
Thanks John, great tip too!
Hi, trust you and the family are all well (your daughter is so cute - comfort or sporty driving). I don't own a Mercedes and probably never will; however just watched this video to ascertain what points you would highlight, and they were excellent for any vehicle (new or old) someone purchases. I myself am in the process of purchasing a 2016 Ford Mondeo Titanium, with remote keyless entry; and your tip for the "Faraday pouch" and the link you provided, resulted in me buying the twin pack immediately. I will be putting some of your other tips into practice on the Ford, thank you for this excellent video. You and the family stay safe and healthy.
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Soon an E class coupé will be in my garage ♡
great car I have e450 couep
Same I with beige interior
Excellent choice!
@@4rzaluz I just love the beige steering wheel can't wait🥰
lucky bastard :D
Watching this after i bought my 1st MB, albeit 2nd hand. Still love it
Congrats! :)
Very informative love your work can't wait until I get my E Model this month
Thanks Michael. Good luck with your E, hope it all goes well. The E class is an amazing car in all its forms :)
Just picked up a brand new c43 coupe, getting it wrapped in satin PPF this week 🤟🏻!
Ah nice! Love a satin finish! What colour did you go for?
When I got my new car I didn’t check the wheels and ended up driving around for like a month without one of the lug nuts on my front passenger wheel. Also over a year later and haven’t called the dealer to set up Mercedes Me lol
Thanks. Picking up my Mercedes today.
That tire info took me a long time to figure
Yes. Can you please explain more on why to ditch the run flat tires??
I don’t really understand what the benefit is??
Collecting my C200 Premium line on next week, I will apply these tips, thanks
Great video. Do I need to use a faraday pouch if I only have keyless go and not keyless entry.
Thanks! I would say your at much less risk but theres no harm in playing it extra safe as the key still does have wireless functionality with the remote start etc.
Picking my E Class up in an hour, thanks for the tips 👍
You are so welcome, thanks for watching! I hope the collection all went well. Congratulations! 🎉
I picked up my E 450 Coupe yesterday and have noticed the ‘grabbing issue’ when pulling on and off my drive way. Love the tip for getting rid of this by ditching the run flats, as it’s super annoying. But what do you do if you get a puncture without run flats as the car has no spare wheel? 🤷🏻♂️
Hi Matt, if your car is under warranty you should have free roadside assistance with Mercedes, theres even a button for this in some cars. Even if the car is out of warranty if it has been serviced by mercedes themselves every year you should have this service, it rolls on. I'm not 100% sure so I'd check with your dealer with your car. If I'm unlucky and get a flat il be calling them for a free tow or fix hopefully. To be honest I'd worry about cracking my alloys driving on a flat, even a runflat.
So glad this popped up on my recommended as am getting mine delivered tomorrow!
Great to hear Kay I hope it goes well. I'm always here in the comments if you have any questions. Lots more mercedes tips videos on my channel too! Enjoy your new car!
Thank you very much for your detailed content. I’m getting a C43 and all your tips are really useful. Unfortunately they don’t have the Performance Exhaust option available on the C43 AMG in Japan. I hear you on getting rid of those run flats though, they also add to the road noise don’t they?!
yes Soni, hugely! I know, coz i had em. ty
Just picked up my c300 in hyacinth red with white leather , it’s a gorgeous beast! Loving your videos too!!
Great video, I turned the acoustic lock off straight away on mine, I think the staff at MB have it on so it also helps them find the right car in the lot lol.
You thought about tuning yours at all? I had my A45 remapped a couple of weeks ago and it pulls so much better now 👍
Ah good point! That must make life a bit easier for them to find the cars.
I have thought about an engine modification but I keep backing out due to worries about voiding my warranty. It's a tricky one.
what a lovely video. just ordered a 2022 c class, now just waiting...this was so helpful. God bless.
Bought a 2013 c300 sport a month ago. I ask if they could pick me up so I could test drive before I sign to buy (and not be stuck getting the car I drove there home), they arrived and car look gorgeous. I was slightly worried I would have issues adjusting to the 4matic (all wheel drive), but honestly, it just felt.. good. Hell it even smelled good haha. After 2 weeks of owning, it was time for Sadie to get a wash. That’s when I noticed a few things. The dealership does such a good washing/waxing it’s hard to see it until you wash, but the front driver-side bumper has slight damage to it (mainly underneath), like someone tried wheel parking a concrete parking block, the hood has these tiny paint chips and small... I don’t even know what they are honestly. Like acid misted very slightly and took the color away in tiny circles, rims have tiny knicks aswell 😭. I personally don’t care about others seeing this, because you can’t unless your like a foot away, but I know its there. And i think about it everytime I see the car now lmao. Gonna suck paying to fix all that...
Since purchasing, put 2.3k miles on it, and over-all opinion: Buy one. 100%. No older than 2012. If you do buy older, buy pre 2004. 2006-2011 ALOT of issues. 2012-2014 they tried to make up for the previous reviews on prior C-class models.
Lastly: BEFORE YOU BUY - Find a Mercedes Dealership and ask if they provide a “Pre-Purchase Inspection”. They will try to get you when you settle up, but it should be 75$. Period. And if you got time, use the bathroom. It’s one of the nicest bathrooms Iv ever been into. Yes. A bathroom. Snake skin black walls, marble sink and toilet bowls, since like a clear gloss gold marble.... I honestly felt bad using any of it. So I wiped the sink where water splashed a little 🤭 lol and I got my first oil change done there after the first week. Don’t do it (unless you really like the bathroom or have extra dough to blow). It was 256$.
Thanks for the tips! Sorry to hear you had some issues with yours. Haha at the bathroom, not sure my dealers is as fancy as that! Although there's free cake in the waiting room!
how many miles did your c300 come with? im planning to get a 2013 c250
Very good tips, Tip 17...Check in the boot for the car jack and tool kit are there.
Thanks, great tip 17 too 👍
I love your videos! Will surely be applying everything I learn from you with my new CLA 35 AMG! :)
The last time a salesman tried to force me to take gap insurance I walked out of the dealership, next time I will make him swallow his desk first. Carbase bristol... avoid.
I think this is all great as are the other videos. I’m seriously in the market for a facelift 43 or 63. Prices have shot up during covid. I’m interested to know if any of these mods will impact your warranties? Such as the dash cams or ceramic coating. Really great content. So thank you 🙏
Hi Oliver, yeah prices in the used market seem to be all over the place at the moment. Warranty should be safe with dash cam if its properly fitted, ceramic coating absolutely safe too and will add value to the car. Thank you for your kind words too, glad you are enjoying the content!
Hey man - not having seen the video yet, i can tell you that dash cams or ceramic coating doesn’t void warranty. I’ve had them on all my more expensive cars, like the M2 and current C63s AMG. I’m selling my 2016 C63s now, and getting a 2016 A45 AMG. (I know, going from a V8 to 4pot.. but i’m not letting my wife drive the C63! :p) - i’m gonna get the A45 coated right away.
haha how cute, your little daughter saying: Sport plus.
Love it!
Nice tips, thank you.
Haha Thanks Peter, She's the best!
Mate this is great just subscribed...
Next vid needs to be on how to shave a beard... seriously I'm old and my beard looks crap...
This was so helpful. I switched to Mercedes from Audi and the changes are somewhat overwhelming.
Thanks Breanna, glad you found the video helpful. Thanks for watching :)
your daughter is so cute
Aw Thank you Jake, she is the best! She loves driving in Daddies car so I'm sure she will make some more cameos!
I honestly did not expect this video to be this in depth and full of legitimately usefull videos. I expected mostly fluff and a cool car as B roll.
Thank you for the nice comment Bennett. I'm glad you found the video helpful. Thanks for tuning in :)
Thanks for the tips!! I receive my car in about a week! I will be rewatching this video.
You are so welcome! Thanks for watching and congrats on your car! Hope it all goes well!
Amazing. Very well done. I've taken note of all these for when I pick up my C200
Really glad I found this channel I’ve been saving up for a C300. This really came in handy. 👍🏾
Thanks Nabil, glad you found it helpful! Good luck with the C300.
Acoustic lock is good because you can open your boot and when you close the boot, it will make a sound and you know the car is completely locked
Thanks for these tips! Just picked up my GLC 300 last week and still learning all its beautiful features! Thanks for explaining about the GAP insurance thingy. Glad I have it ! More power on your videos and programs!🎉
Thank you! Congrats on your GLC 300. They are lovely to drive :)
Has there been any problems I’m planning to get that car but might not since Mercedes are known for unreliable issues
@@Hubertxlv Hey, I’ve had no issues at all with mine. As long as the car has been looked after and we’ll maintained it should be fine 👍
@@ABAUTOAMG also how much is the oil change and tire rotation for that car?
Brilliant, great content. Just bought a Mercedes approved so delighted to have found a useful site to follow. 👍 🙏🏻
Thanks Toto, Congrats on your new Mercedes. I'm always working on tips and tricks so lots more videos this year :)
Damn, I wish I'd seen this a year ago - great tips. It's a cruel world.
Getting a 2015 s550 Tuesday/ Wednesday. thanks for this
Picking up my 2021 c43 in a week! Thanks for the informative videos
Congrats Amar, you are going to love the C43 it’s such a brilliant car. I have lots of videos on my c43 with tips and tricks but if you have any questions when your car arrives just leave a comment and il be here to help!
@@ABAUTOAMG Cheers mate, i've already watched them all in preparation! haha
I had a few people say I shouldve just waited for the 2022 updated model, but i really wanted the 6 cylinder!
Keep up the great content and congrats on the cla45s!
I think you should also check that the wheels have been correctly aligned. Get the system readout from the Dealer to satisfy yourself
Great video, great tips. One thing to point out, Mercedes Me only works with 2019 and older models.
Getting a 2014 c300, will definitely use some of these
Glad I found your video! Getting my AMG maybe next week! Oh and I get my GAP at the bank, so much cheaper than the dealership.
Hey Chery, Thanks! Great to hear you found it helpful. I hope you collection of your AMG goes well. Such great cars! Agreed with the GAP it's insanely expensive at the dealership.