Preparation for Snow in N.Y. Is Car Ready? Real Test - Benzworld.org

xxnonamexx · 12-12-2007, 07:23 AM

Well This is my first AWD car the 08 300 AWD and I am psyched that NY is having snow so that I can test how well it performs. I live in a hilly area. Has anyone experienced AWD Benz? How does it perform? I know the downside is the salt maing the car look like a mess but always time to detail it and look pretty. I also have 3 coats of wax on it.

Mike's ML · 12-12-2007, 08:13 AM

Remember AWD allows you to go slower and not get stuck. It will also allow you to go faster which will be a Big mistake. Remember cars have had 4 wheel brakes for a long time and they all slide off the road or into each other in the snow even with 4 wheel brakes. It's the ability to go slower, or at least not have to speed up to get up that hill, that is the secret to successful winter driving. I have driven 4 wheel drive vehicles in New England for 25 years. Have a happy and safe winter. You will really enjoy having an AWD vehicle.
Mike

vrusso · 12-12-2007, 06:49 PM

i just got my c350 (rwd) a few weeks ago and am a bit concerned over the expected snowy mess heading our way. thank god it has all season tires...

tattdawg · 12-12-2007, 07:31 PM

+1 to Mike's post above.
Excellent advice.

ArmyRover · 12-12-2007, 07:40 PM

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Originally Posted by vrusso

i just got my c350 (rwd) a few weeks ago and am a bit concerned over the expected snowy mess heading our way. thank god it has all season tires...

you might want to consider some snow tires. I know you have all season and they are better than sport orientated tires. I was skeptical as well of snow tires but they do make a real difference.

Tristram1 · 12-13-2007, 04:36 AM

Four Dunlop SP Winter Sport 3D's are going on mine today. I hope they live up to their good press. I'll report back soon enough no doubt.

(nice Chrysler Sebring as a loaner, yikes!

)

BF_JC230 · 12-13-2007, 07:38 AM

My RWD W203 C230 is flawless in the snow!

Snow tires (I run Cooper Weather Masters) and as much fuel as you can keep in the tank along with the secret – patience and understanding the elements - are all you need.

(My 1994 Mustang GT was flawless too)
Jake

Derek Lecours · 12-14-2007, 09:53 AM

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Originally Posted by vrusso

i just got my c350 (rwd) a few weeks ago and am a bit concerned over the expected snowy mess heading our way. thank god it has all season tires...

Unfortunately all season tires are quite useless in the snow when compared to snows. Go to Rubber Association - Welcome and watch the demos for rwd,awd,fwd and more. The videos tell it like it is.

astroron · 12-14-2007, 02:23 PM

I'm n the east and let's say. You will need some new tires. I had to turn off esd to make it up a hill the other day

xxnonamexx · 12-17-2007, 09:25 AM

Well I took my 300 AWD into the N/Y/ wicked weather stock tires and it was excellent no slipping. I took it easy and it took me 10 minutes to get through the storm and home which is normal. I love this car.