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1 2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 4MATIC Odometer: 3,059 Engine: 2.0L I4 Turbocharged Color: Black Interior: Black w/leather Upholstery Transmission: 7-Speed Automatic VIN: WDDWJ4KB4HF Stock #: 1D181781A Drive Train: 4MATIC COMFORT EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES Safety 4-Wheel Disc Brakes ABS brakes Anti-whiplash front head restraints Child-Seat-Sensing Airbag Dual front impact airbags Dual front side impact airbags Exterior Power moonroof Delay-off headlights Fully automatic headlights Rear fog lights AMG Sportline Auto-dimming door mirrors Additional *POWER MOONROOF/SUNROOF *LEATHER INTERIOR *HEATED FRONT SEATS *BACK-UP CAMERA *MEMORY SEAT *CRUISE CONTROL Electronic 8 Speakers AM/FM radio Burmester Premium Sound CD player Premium audio system: COMAND Technical Four wheel independent suspension Speed-sensing steering Traction control Interior Air Conditioning Automatic temperature control Front dual zone A/C Rear window defroster Head restraints memory Financing Available (330) CITY MPG: 23 HWY MPG: 29

2 CARFAX Vehicle History Report for this 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 4 MATIC: W... Page 1 of 6 This CARFAX Vehicle History Report provided free of charge by: Fred Martin Superstore 3195 Barber Rd Norton, OH Vehicle Information: 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 4 MATIC VIN: WDDWJ4KB4HF COUPE 2.0L I4 F DOHC 16V GASOLINE ALL WHEEL DRIVE Standard Equipment Safety Options CARFAX Report Provided By: Fred Martin Superstore 3195 Barber Rd Norton, OH No accidents reported to CARFAX CARFAX 1-Owner vehicle At least 1 open recall Regular oil changes Last reported odometer reading This CARFAX Vehicle History Report is based only on information supplied to CARFAX and available as of 5/7/18 at 11:55:16 AM (EDT). Other information about this vehicle, including problems, may not have been reported to CARFAX. Use this report as one important tool, along with a vehicle inspection and test drive, to make a better decision about your next used car. The number of owners is estimated Ownership History Owner 1 Year purchased 2017 Type of owner Estimated length of ownership Owned in the following states/provinces Personal lease 9 months Ohio Estimated miles driven per year --- Last reported odometer reading 3,050 Title History CARFAX guarantees the information in this section Salvage Junk Rebuilt Fire Flood Hail Lemon Not Actual Mileage Exceeds Mechanical Limits Owner 1 Guaranteed No Problem Guaranteed No Problem GUARANTEED - None of these major title problems were reported by a state Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). If you find that any of these title problems were reported by a DMV and not included in this report, CARFAX will buy this vehicle back.register View Terms View Certificate

3 CARFAX Vehicle History Report for this 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 4 MATIC: W... Page 2 of 6 Additional History Not all accidents / issues are reported to CARFAX Total Loss No total loss reported to CARFAX. Structural Damage No structural damage reported to CARFAX. Airbag Deployment No airbag deployment reported to CARFAX. Odometer Check No indication of an odometer rollback. Accident / Damage No accidents or damage reported to CARFAX. Manufacturer Recall At least 1 manufacturer recall requires repair. Most recalls can be repaired free of charge. Basic Warranty No data reported to CARFAX. Owner 1 Indicated Recall No Data Detailed History Glossary Owner 1 Purchased: 2017 Type: Personal lease Where: Ohio Est. length owned: 7/21/17-4/25/18 (9 months) Date: Mileage: Source: Comments: 07/21/ Mercedes-Benz of North Olmsted North Olmsted, OH mbzno.com Pre-delivery inspection completed Vehicle washed/detailed 07/21/2017 Dealer Inventory Vehicle offered for sale 07/21/ Ohio Motor Vehicle Dept. Strongsville, OH 07/31/2017 Ohio Motor Vehicle Dept. Fort Worth, TX Title # Vehicle purchase reported Titled or registered as personal lease vehicle Title issued or updated First owner reported Titled or registered as personal lease vehicle Loan or lien reported Two states? Vehicle leasing companies often title a car in one state but register it to be driven in another. 08/01/2017 Ohio Motor Vehicle Dept. Strongsville, OH Title # /08/ Mercedes-Benz of North Olmsted North Olmsted, OH mbzno.com 11/27/2017 Mercedes-Benz USA LLC Registration issued or renewed Titled or registered as personal lease vehicle Electrical system checked Manufacturer Safety recall issued NHTSA #17V627 Recall # Models 205 and 253. Model Years Steering Column Module (SCM) Ground. Status: Remedy Available Click here or call to locate an

4 CARFAX Vehicle History Report for this 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 4 MATIC: W... Page 3 of 6 authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer near you to obtain more information about this recall - Learn more about this recall Description: Daimler AG (DAG), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that certain MY15-18 E-Class, C-Class, GLC-Class, vehicles (204, 205, 207, 212, 253 platform) have insufficient electrical grounding in the steering column components. In rare instances, if the steering column module is exposed to an electrostatic discharge, and if the steering column module clock spring is broken (due to wear), this could lead to an inadvertent deployment of the driver airbag. A broken clock spring will illuminate the SRS warning light as well as display a warning message in the instrument cluster. As a precautionary measure an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer, will add sufficient grounding to the steering components on the affected vehicles. An inadvertent driver airbag deployment may cause a risk of injury to the driver and might increase the risk of a potential crash. Remedy: As a precautionary measure an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer, will add sufficient grounding to the steering components on the affected vehicles. 01/08/2018 1,957 Mercedes-Benz of North Olmsted North Olmsted, OH mbzno.com 01/19/2018 2,204 Mercedes-Benz of North Olmsted North Olmsted, OH mbzno.com Tire condition and pressure checked Vehicle serviced 04/25/2018 3,050 Dealer Inventory Vehicle offered for sale 05/02/2018 Fred Martin Superstore Norton, OH fredmartinsuperstore.com Maintenance inspection completed Fluids checked Oil and filter changed Tire condition and pressure checked Accessory removed Vehicle washed/detailed This vehicle's oil change history, as reported to CARFAX, follows the manufacturer's recommendation. Track your service history for free at mycarfax.com. Have Questions? Consumers, please visit our Help Center at Dealers or Subscribers, please visit our Help Center at Glossary View Full Glossary CARFAX Well Maintained - Regular Oil Changes CARFAX identifies a "Well Maintained - Regular Oil Change" vehicle as having a regular oil change history when all its recommended oil changes, based on the vehicle's maintenance schedule, have been reported to CARFAX. CARFAX uses the manufacturer's schedule and assumes normal driving conditions. When an oil change schedule is not available, CARFAX may analyze reported service events to determine what is typical for the same make and model vehicle. Dealers and service shops may publish different recommended service schedules. First Owner When the first owner(s) obtains a title from a Department of Motor Vehicles as proof of ownership. Manufacturer Recall Automobile manufacturers issue recall notices to inform owners of car defects that have come to the manufacturer's attention. Recalls also suggest improvements that can be made to improve the safety of a particular vehicle. Most manufacturer recalls can be repaired at no cost to you. Ownership History

5 CARFAX Vehicle History Report for this 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 4 MATIC: W... Page 4 of 6 CARFAX defines an owner as an individual or business that possesses and uses a vehicle. Not all title transactions represent changes in ownership. To provide estimated number of owners, CARFAX proprietary technology analyzes all the events in a vehicle history. Estimated ownership is available for vehicles manufactured after 1991 and titled solely in the US including Puerto Rico. Dealers sometimes opt to take ownership of a vehicle and are required to in the following states: Maine, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania and South Dakota. Please consider this as you review a vehicle's estimated ownership history. Title Issued A state issues a title to provide a vehicle owner with proof of ownership. Each title has a unique number. Each title or registration record on a CARFAX report does not necessarily indicate a change in ownership. In Canada, a registration and bill of sale are used as proof of ownership. Follow Us: CARFAX on Google+ CARFAX DEPENDS ON ITS SOURCES FOR THE ACCURACY AND RELIABILITY OF ITS INFORMATION. THEREFORE, NO RESPONSIBILITY IS ASSUMED BY CARFAX OR ITS AGENTS FOR ERRORS OR OMISSIONS IN THIS REPORT. CARFAX FURTHER EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. CARFAX 2018 CARFAX, Inc., a unit of IHS Markit. All rights reserved. Covered by United States Patent Nos. 7,113,853; 7,778,841; 7,596,512, 8,600,823; 8,595,079; 8,606,648; 7,505,838. 5/7/18 11:55:16 AM (EDT) I have reviewed and received a copy of the CARFAX Vehicle History Report for this 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ C CLASS vehicle (VIN: WDDWJ4KB4HF533772), which is based on information supplied to CARFAX and available as of 5/7/18 at 11:55 AM (EDT). Customer Signature Date Dealer Signature Date

6 CARFAX Vehicle History Report for this 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 4 MATIC: W... Page 5 of 6 Number of Owners: 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 4 MATIC VIN: WDDWJ4KB4HF Body Style: COUPE Engine Size: 2.0L I4 F DOHC 16V Drivetrain: ALL WHEEL DRIVE Last owned in the following state/province: None of these major title problems were reported by a state Department of Motor Vehicles: Salvage, Junk, Rebuilt, Fire, Flood, Hail, Lemon Not Actual Mileage, Exceeds Mechanical Limits Ohio Guaranteed No Problem Guaranteed No Problem No issues reported to CARFAX on the following: Total Loss Courtesy of Fred Martin Superstore 3195 Barber Rd Norton, OH Structural Damage Airbag Deployment Odometer Rollback Other Accidents / Damage Information excerpted from the CARFAX Vehicle History Report and/or Safety & Reliability Ratings; see full reports for additional information, glossary of terms, source attributions,disclaimers & limitations. Go to carfax.com for complete Buyback Guarantee terms and conditions CARFAX, Inc., a unit of IHS Markit. All rights reserved. Covered by United States Patent Nos. 7,113,853; 7,778,841; 7,596,512, 8,600,823; 8,595,079; 8,606,648; 7,505,838. 5/7/18 11:55:16 AM (EDT)

7 CARFAX Vehicle History Report for this 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 4 MATIC: W... Page 6 of 6 CARFAX VEHICLE HISTORY REPORT COURTESY OF CARFAX Buyback Coverage for: Guarantee Coverage: 05/07/ /07/2019 CARFAX Vehicle Description: 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 4 MATIC VIN: WDDWJ4KB4HF Driveline: ALL WHEEL DRIVE Body Style:COUPE Engine: 2.0L I4 F DOHC 16V CARFAX will buy this vehicle back if you find that any of these severe problems were reported by a Department of Motor Vehicles and were not included in this report. SEVERE DAMAGE Salvage/Junk Rebuilt/Reconstructed Dismantled Fire/Flood/Hail ODOMETER PROBLEMS Exceeds Mechanical Limits Not Actual Mileage LEMON HISTORY Manufacturer Buyback Terms and Conditions Apply View Terms and Conditions for CARFAX Buyback Guarantee coverage 2018 CARFAX, Inc., an IHS company. All rights reserved. Patents pending. 05/07/ :55:22

8 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2017 The manufacturer s original warranty has not yet expired on this vehicle. Consult the manufacturer s warranty booklet for details as to warranty coverage, service location, etc. The dealership itself assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statement made about the vehicle. All warranty coverage comes from the unexpired manufacturer s warranty. WDDWJ4KB4HF533772

9 Monday, May 7, 2018 Retail Breakdown NADA Publication: 05/2018, Region: Central 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ C Class Coupe 2D C300 AWD I4 Turbo... $37,475 VIN: WDDWJ4KB4HF Stock #: 1D181781A MSRP Weight Condition... Average Total Value without mileage... $37,475 Mileage adjustment (3059) miles... $3,075 *** NADA Retail $40,550 Fred Martin Motor Company - fmss office NADA publication for Ohio: Publication: 05/2018, Region: Central Values are subjective opinions. NADA and vauto, Inc. assume no responsibility for errors or omissions. vauto, Inc. 2018, all rights reserved.

10 Monday, May 7, 2018 Typical Listing Price Breakdown KBB.com 5/4/2018-5/10/ Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 4MATIC Coupe 2D... $36,873 VIN: WDDWJ4KB4HF Stock #: 1D181781A *** Itemized Add/Deducts *** 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter... Included Auto, 7-Spd 7G-Tronic +... Included AWD... Included Power Liftgate Release... Included Hill Start Assist Control... Included Traction Control... Included Electronic Stability Control... Included ABS (4-Wheel)... Included Alarm System... Included Keyless Entry... Included KEYLESS-GO... Included Air Conditioning... Included Power Windows... Included Power Door Locks... Included Cruise Control... Included Electromechanical Steering... Included Tilt & Telescoping Wheel... Included AM/FM/HD Radio... Included CD/MP3 (Single Disc)... Included SiriusXM Satellite... Included Bluetooth Wireless... Included mbrace... Included Dual Air Bags... Included Side Air Bags... Included F&R Head Curtain Air Bags... Included Knee Air Bags... Included Heated Seats... Included Dual Power Seats... Included Panorama Roof... Included Daytime Running Lights... Included LED Headlamps... Included Alloy Wheels... Included Condition... Good* Total Value without mileage... $36,873 Mileage adjustment (3059) miles... $1,786 *** KBB.com Typical Listing Price $38,659 *"Good" - 54% of all cars we value meet this criteria. This car is free of major mechanical problems but may need some reconditioning. Its paint and bodywork may require minor touch-ups, with repairable cosmetic defects, and its engine compartment may have minor leaks. There are minor body scratches or dings and minor interior blemishes, but no rust. The tires match and have 50% or more of tread. It also has a clean title history, with some service records available, and will pass safety and smog inspection. Fred Martin Motor Company - fmss office KBB.com publication for Ohio: 5/4/2018-5/10/2018 Values are subjective opinions. KBB.com and vauto, Inc. assume no responsibility for errors or omissions. vauto, Inc. 2018, all rights reserved.

11 D MARTIN SUPERSTORE*********************** 3195 Barber Road Barberton-Norton, OH (330) Wayne Miller Technician - Inspection x226 wmiller@fmcars.com RO /27/2018 1:15 pm Technician: Brandon Kalbfell 2017 Mercedes-Benz C Class WDDWJ4KB4HF Mileage: 30,521 OK Needs Attention N/A ROAD TEST Engine Operation þ Transmission Operation þ Clutch Operation þ Squeaks/Rattles þ Cruise Control Operation þ Wiper/Washer Operation þ Radio/Tape/CD þ Gauges/Indicators þ Second Key Needed FLOOR CHECKS Front Lights þ Tail/Brake Lights þ Turn Signals þ Windshield/Glass þ Hood/Fuel/Trunk Release þ Power Switches þ Window/Mirror þ Lighter/Power Outlet(s) þ HVAC Controls þ A/C Outlet Tempurature 40 þ Clock þ Horn þ Rear Defrost þ SRS/SES/Warning Lights þ Sunroof þ Interior Lights þ Interior Trim/Panels þ Seat Coverings/Adjusters/Carpet þ Seat Belts þ Glove Box/Console þ All Locks/Handles þ Spare/Jack/Tools þ Body Condition- Dings, Dents, Scratches, Chips þ yes 2018 OEConnection. All rights reserved. Service Hours: Monday - Friday 7:30am - 6pm, Saturday 8am - 5pm 05/07/ Page 1 of 2

12 UNDER HOOD Spark Plugs/Wires þ Battery/Cables 12.5 þ Cooling System/Level/Hoses þ Coolant Protection Level (temp) -24 Power Steering Fluid Level/Reservoir þ Brake Fluid Level/Reservoir þ Transmission Fluid Level(if it has a dipstick) þ Air Filter þ Belts/Pulleys/Tensioners þ Emission Components þ ON LIFT LF - Tire Wear/Condition 10 þ RF - Tire Wear/Condition 10 þ LR - Tire Wear/Condition þ 10 RR - Tire Wear/Condition þ 10 Tire Size(s) 225/45/18 Steering Components þ Front Suspension þ Front Shocks/Struts þ Rear Suspension þ Rear Shocks/Struts þ Exhaust System þ Engine Oil Leaks þ Transmission Fluid Leaks þ Fuel Tank/Filler þ Wheels/Covers/Lugs þ Front Brakes 8 þ Rear Brakes þ 8 E Brake Adjustment þ Brake Lines þ Axle Boots/Seals þ U-Joints þ Front/Rear Differential þ Transfer Case þ 2018 OEConnection. All rights reserved. Service Hours: Monday - Friday 7:30am - 6pm, Saturday 8am - 5pm 05/07/ Page 2 of 2

13 CUSTOMER #: INTERNAL PAGE 1 FCA HOME: CONT:N/A BUS: CELL: SERVICE ADVISOR: 4028 CINDY GASIEWSKI COLOR YEAR MAKE/MODEL VIN black 17 MERCEDES C300 4MATIC WDDWJ4KB4HF / DEL DATE PROD. DATE WARR. EXP. PROMISED PO NO. RATE DD 18:00 27APR CASH 02MAY18 R.O. OPENED READY OPTIONS: STK:1D181781A DLR:FMMC-S ENG:2.0_Liter_DOHC_Turbo 12:28 27APR18 14:47 02MAY18 LINE OPCODE TECH TYPE HOURS LIST NET TOTAL A PREMIUM OIL AND FILTER CHANGE TOP OFF ALL FLUID LEVELS AND RESET TIRE PRESSURES CAUSE: LOF 2600 PREMIUM OIL AND FILTER CHANGE TOP OFF ALL FLUID LEVELS AND RESET TIRE PRESSURES 6933 IUC PC *OIL-5W OIL FILTER LOF 0.40 THE TECHNICIAN CHANGED THE ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER, LUBRICATED CHASSIS, SET TIRE PRESSURES AND TOPPED OFF FLUIDS **************************************************** B 58 POINT INSPECTION CAUSE: FRAME CHECK SAF 58 POINT INSPECTION 6933 IUC FRAME CHECK 0.50 PERF FRAME CHECK. SERV COMP **************************************************** C INFO INFO INFO 9999 SUBLET LIC#: 9999 IUC **************************************************** SHOP SUPPLIES 9.41!!! SPEEDY WASH & LUBE SPECIALS!!! UNLIMITED CAR WASH PACKAGES STARTING AS LOW AS $15.00 PER MONTH SEE CASHIER FOR DETAILS 3195 Barber Road Barberton, Ohio (330) Fax (330) LICENSE ODOMETER IN/ OUT TAG PAYMENT INV. DATE COST, SALE, & COMP TOTALS TERMS: STRICTLY CASH UNLESS ARRANGEMENTSARE MADE. "I hereby authorize the repair work hereinafter to be done along with the necessary material and agree that you are not responsible for loss or damage to vehicle or articles left in the vehicle in case of fire, theft, or any other cause beyond your control or for any delays caused by unavailability of parts or delays in parts shipments by the supplier or transporter. I hereby grant you or your employees permission to operate the vehicle herein described on streets, highways, or elsewhere for the purpose of testing and/or inspection. An express mechanic's lien is hereby acknowledged on above vehicle to secure the amount of repairs thereto." Disclaimer of Warranties Any warranties on the products sold hereby are those made by the manufacturer. The seller hereby expressly disclaims all warranties either express or implied, including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, and the seller neither assumes nor authorizes any other person to assume for it any liability in connection with the sale of said products. Any limitation contained herein does not apply where prohibited by law. X NO RETURN ON ELECTRICAL OR SAFETY ITEMS OR SPECIAL ORDERS. DESCRIPTION LABOR AMOUNT PARTS AMOUNT GAS, OIL, LUBE SUBLET AMOUNT MISC. CHARGES TOTAL CHARGES LESS INSURANCE SALES TAX PLEASE PAY THIS AMOUNT TOTALS Copyright 2014 CDK Global, LLC SERVICE INVOICE TYPE 2 - SI2C - IMAGING INTERNAL COPY

14 Page 1 of Mercedes-Benz C-Class By New Car Test Drive Updated: May 2, 2017 Review Pages Print This Page Return to Overview Page 2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class The 2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class includes a range of sedans, coupes and convertibles, each of which offers stunning good looks. The sedan was launched for 2015, the coupe for 2016, the Cabriolet for They come with a selection of powertrains, designated by their nomenclature: C300, C350e, AMG C43, AMG C63, AMG C63 S. The Mercedes-Benz C300 uses 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder making 241 horsepower, mated to a seven-speed automatic transmission, with rear- or all-wheel drive. It accelerates from zero to 60 mph in about 6 seconds. The C350e plug-in hybrid uses a turbo four and battery pack combining for 275 horsepower.

15 Page 2 of 5 The AMG C43 uses a turbo V6 making 362 horsepower, with a ninespeed automatic new for It shoots from zero to sixty in less than five seconds, and has sports exhaust and adaptive sports suspension. It s a good fit, between calm C300 and radical hot-rod AMG C63. The C63 and C63 S use a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8, making 469 and 503 horsepower, respectively, blasting to sixty in less than four second and reaching a top speed of 180 mph. It competes with the Cadillac ATS-V and BMW M3. The C300 sedan gets an EPA-rated 24/34 mpg City/Highway, 28 mpg Combined. With all-wheel drive it gets one less mile per gallon, while the coupe and convertible get two less. Over a 90-mile run in the C300 sedan, a mix of freeway, suburbia and country two-lanes, we got more than 30 mpg. The high-performance C43 AMG gets 20/28/23 mpg. The powerful V8 in the C63 sucks gas, with a score of 17/23/19 mpg. The 2017 C-Class earns Top Safety Pick by the IIHS, despite a Poor rating for the headlights (and frankly we wonder how a car with poor headlights can be a top safety pick), and got five stars overall from NHTSA, with four stars in frontal crash and rollover. The Audi A4 does better. For 2017 a rearview camera becomes standard. Some airbags are also new, the lot includes pelvis airbags in front, a new window airbag, side airbags in the rear, and driver knee airbag. Advanced safety technology includes forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitors, driver attention alert, and a semi-autonomous traffic assistant that follows the car ahead at up to 37 mph. There s also an advanced brake assist system that detects pedestrians and parked cars, and automatically brakes, at up to 45 mph. The lane-keeping system applies the brakes on one side of the car to stop drifting. Active parking assistance, surround-view cameras, and traffic sign assistance (which warns of speed limits, no-entry signs, and other information) are also among the available high-tech safety equipment. Model Lineup

16 Page 3 of 5 The 2017 Mercedes-Benz C300 Sedan ($39,500), C300 Coupe ($42,650), and C300 Cabriolet ($51,825) come standard with vinyl upholstery, cruise control, keyless ignition, rearview camera, COMAND interface with capacitive touchpad and a 7.0-inch display. (Prices are MSRP and do not include destination charge.) C300 4MATIC models, such as the C300 4MATIC sedan ($41,500), include all-wheel drive. The C350e Plug-in Hybrid Sedan ($46,050) uses a hybrid gas-electric powertrain. AMG versions, such as the AMG C43 Sedan ($52,000), AMG C63 Sedan ($65,200), and AMG C63 S Sedan ($72,800) feature high-performance powerplants. Options include leather, navigation, power passenger seat, LED headlamps, fragrance dispenser, panoramic sunroof, head-up display, hands-free trunk closer, a Sport Package with AMG bodywork; AMG Performance sport seats; AMG wheels; sports suspension. Exterior The lines of the C-Class are striking, and deceiving. The C-Class sedan looks bigger than it is, easily mistaken for the flagship S-Class, although the C profile is its own. The sedan is graceful, and the coupe is a knockout. It s inches long, on a wheelbase of inches, and 71.3 inches wide. The Cabriolet (convertible) is new for 2017, and it s gorgeous. The C-Class grille is upright and the headlamps are intricate, with LED brows, or optional all-led. Big flared air intakes. Flared front fenders with sleek creases on the hood. The rear has soft, rounded lines, pleasant. AMG models are all hotted up, with a more aggressive nose, spoiler on the deck, black trim glitz, and red seatbelts. Interior

17 Page 4 of 5 The C-Class cabin strives for S-Class quality, noticeable in the executive luxury door panels, inlaid. Some woods look better than others: The open-pore black ash is stunning. The wide centerstack flows like a waterfall, in wither wood, aluminum, or carbon fiber. The lines wrap around the cabin. The power front seats are spacious and have an excellent shape, with extendable bolsters for thighs, and good back support. Make sure you sit in front, because the rear seat and its entry is compromised by the low roofline. Comfort for six-footers will be adequate on long drives, although lacking in knee room. The rear seat easily flops flat for longer cargo. A 7.0-inch screen is standard, with an 8.4-inch screen available and standard on some models. The COMAND interface with its new capacitive touchpad controller needs patience and understanding. After a full day it still confounded us. It looks like a round smartphone mounted at an angle, and brings Bluetooth, AM/FM/XM, and USB together, using voice commands and touch control. The system is a haptic mess. Scrolling isn t as smooth as a phone, and its menu management makes BMW s idrive feel streamlined, and Audi s MMI feel especially effective. The AMG C43 has grippy suede sport seats with more bolstering. They re extremely comfortable, looking at the gauges through the three-spoke flat-bottom Nappa leather steering wheel. The seatbelts don t have to be red; black and silver are available too. You can order it with no badging except for the Benz emblem. The sleek roofline takes up some trunk space, with just 12.6 cubic feet in the sedan, 10.0 in the coupe, or 8.8 with the convertible. Driving Impressions

18 Page 5 of 5 Five powertrains comprise the C-Class, all turbocharged, with four, six or eight cylinders; transmissions with seven or nine speeds, with rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. C300 models have sharp handling, and the four-cylinder turbo feels wonderful, whizzing to 60 mph in 6.0 seconds, according to Mercedes-Benz. Turbo boost is almost instantly available, and it s strong throughout its full range. Power is rated at 241 hp and 273 foot-pounds of torque. The C350e adds a 60kW electric motor for a massive increase in torque to 443 foot-pounds, allowing it to accelerate slightly more quickly than the C300 can. The potent AMG C43 uses a 3.0-liter turbocharged V6 making 362 horsepower and 382 pound-feet of torque. It s strong and willing in any gear or at any rpm, able to accelerate to 60 in 4.9 seconds. The exhaust note is muted and pleasant, joined in the cabin by induction sounds to provide that familiar AMG whuffle. A snarling 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 powers the C63. It makes 469 horsepower and 479 kick-inthe-butt pound-feet of torque. It s not as mental as the masterpiece motor in the Cadillac ATS-V, or as clinical and tactical as the BMW M3 and M4, but it s the envy of every other enthusiast. It comes only with tire-smoking rear-wheel drive. The engine in the S version of the C63 is tuned to make 503 hp and 516 lb-ft. If we called the C63 motor mental, then this one is mentally insane. AMG versions use a different steering geometry for sharper cornering, bigger brakes, adjustable dampers to better control the ride, and torque vectoring at the rear. The standard all-wheel-drive system provides 33/67 front/rear bias. The transmission has five modes, including manual, revmatching, and sport exhaust. With the 18-inch staggered wheels (19-inch available), the AMGs not only handle more crisply than the regular models, but also better than the competition from BMW. Final Word The Mercedes-Benz C-Class has a lot of competition. These are graceful designs, whether Cabriolet, Coupe, or Sedan, with quality interior trim, sharp handling and a wide range of powertrains. Sam Moses contributed to this report.