Took my 01 into the shop to have a step motor replaced in the dash. They had my car Sat - Tue. In return, I got to drive a new 2007 C230. Good opportunity to compare old to new.
First of all, there is VERY little difference between the two -- at least aesthetically.
Instrument panel is different and radio/cd player is different. Otherwise, very similar.
BUT, in terms of ride, my 01 was hands down the winner. The 07 felt more like a Chyrsler. Not nearly as tight in terms of handling. My 01 is much better.
No offense to you 230 owners, but the 320 is FAR superior. I was very disappointed by the 230 -- very slow to downshift when you asked for some extra giddy up.
Oh yeah, the seats in the 07 were more comfortable. My 01 has some stiff seat panels. The 07 was a bit more cushy
First of all, there is VERY little difference between the two -- at least aesthetically.
Instrument panel is different and radio/cd player is different. Otherwise, very similar.
BUT, in terms of ride, my 01 was hands down the winner. The 07 felt more like a Chyrsler. Not nearly as tight in terms of handling. My 01 is much better.
No offense to you 230 owners, but the 320 is FAR superior. I was very disappointed by the 230 -- very slow to downshift when you asked for some extra giddy up.
Oh yeah, the seats in the 07 were more comfortable. My 01 has some stiff seat panels. The 07 was a bit more cushy