The Mercedes-Benz C-Class was introduced by Daimler AG in 1993 and is a line of compact executive cars that includes fastback/hatchback coupes, station wagons, and sedans. The Mercedes-Benz C300 was unveiled in 2007 and was first marketed during 2008.
Mercedes Benz C300 Specifications
Below is information regarding the trim options, performance, and mpg estimates for the Mercedes Benz C300.
Trims
The Mercedes C300 debuted in 2008 as four variable trims: the Sport C300 four-door rear-wheel drive sedan with front sport-type seats, the Luxury four-door rear-wheel drive sedan that came with front bucket seats, the Sport C300 four-door all-wheel drive sedan with sport-type front seats, and the Luxury four-door all-wheel drive sedan with bucket front seats. All trims offered enough seating capacity for five. Both all-wheel drive trims witnessed a makeover for the 2010 release and were renamed as the Sport all-wheel drive 4Matic and Luxury all-wheel drive 4Matic. The Sport trims provided a superior cornering ability and overall stiffer ride.
Performance
All Mercedes-Benz C300s originally came with a 3-liter four-cylinder V6 engine, which provided admirable acceleration and reasonable fuel capacity. For the 2013 and 2014 trim years, the 3-liter V6 engine was exchanged for a more powerful and extra fuel-efficient 3.5-liter four-cylinder V6 engine.
Mercedes-Benz C300 Performance and Transmission
Trims | Engine Size | Engine Type | Horsepower | Torque | Transmission |
Sport C300 RWD Sedan | 3 liter | V6 | 228 | 221 lb.-ft. | 6-speed manual |
Luxury C300 RWD Sedan | 3 liter | V6 | 228 | 221 lb.-ft. | 7-speed automatic |
Sport C300 AWD Sedan | 3 liter | V6 | 228 | 221 lb.-ft. | 7-speed automatic |
Luxury C300 AWD Sedan | 3 liter | V6 | 228 | 221 lb.-ft. | 7-speed automatic |
Sport C300 4Matic AWD Sedan | 3.5 liter | V6 | 248 | 251 lb.-ft. | 7-speed automatic |
Luxury C300 4Matic AWD Sedan | 3.5 liter | V6 | 248 | 251 lb.-ft. | 7-speed automatic |
MPG Estimates
The Sport and Luxury rear-wheel drive sedans could achieve 18 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway, where the Sport and Luxury all-wheel drive C300s could achieve 17 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway. The 2011 and 2012 Sport 4Matic and the Luxury 4Matic could achieve 17 mpg in the city and 24 mpg on the highway. For the 2013 and 2014 trim years, both 4Matics witnessed some fuel-saving changes to the engines, which allowed them to achieve 20 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway.
Mercedes Benz C300 Safety Features
All C300 trims came with anti-lock disc brakes, which serve to increase the vehicle's capacity to turn during braking, thereby improving safety during extreme braking. The car's stability control determines when handling limits have been exceeded and reduces engine power and/or utilizes select brakes to help the driver maintain control. Frontal and side-impact airbags were standard for the two front seats, and side curtain airbags were standard on first and second rows. Seatbelt pre-tensioners, which serve to automatically tighten the seatbelts during a collision, thereby allowing the vehicle's occupants to gain optimal seating position, came standard for all trims. Anti-whiplash head restraints that react automatically to a rear collision and cradle the occupant's head in an effort to reduce the consequences of whiplash also were standard features on all trims.
Buying a Mercedes Benz C300 on eBay
Those who are looking to make an investment in a Mercedes Benz C300 would do well to spend some time browsing the results on eBay. In order to utilize eBay to find results for the C300, buyers can first use the drop-down menu under All Categories in the Search box and select eBay Motors. Next, they can select the Shop by Type option and choose sedan. They can then click on the Refine Results tab and either use the Find Your Car or Truck function at the top or work through the choices at the side of the page, which include Condition (new or used), Price, and Item Location.
Buyers should look over eBay's Buyer Protection policy, which covers the buyer for the price of the item, as well as the original shipping costs. Furthermore, buyers should check the seller's feedback ratings, as well as their offers on warranty, pricing terms, shipping policy, and the policy for returns.
Shipping is frequently absent when buying a vehicle on eBay, but when it is available, it can come at a premium cost. In order to avoid shipping, buyers should take a look under Item Location for local sellers. The Item Location function can be found by scrolling down the left column on the current web page as mentioned above.
Conclusion
eBay makes for an excellent choice when investing in a Mercedes-Benz C300 due to the number of sellers and the competitive pricing. All the same, it's wise to indulge in a reasonable amount of research prior to making a purchase. Buyers should take into account the available budget and the base requirements of the car before parting with any money.
