Looking at the foreign markets and exchange rate

When considering buying a car in the US it all depends on our foreign exchange dollar rate. Yes you can find the car cheaper in the US,  this may be due to the tax being lower at some states. At the end of the day it all depends on the timing or the deal you get weather if its private or dealer/  retail price.
Let's start of by looking luxury car, let's assume we're buying the same model of the Mercedes Benz E Class in the US. It is actually listed cheaper on their website the e63 s 4 Mastic AMG cost in the US $99,770 and if a model listed at $110,000. Yes we do have to pay 13% tax on our purchases.

There are few things that you should consider when importing the car from the US.

• The dollar exchange rate (¢90) Canada
• Importing tax
• Registration of the vehicle fees
• Legal standard conversion from one country to another. Such a cluster gauge weather if it’s on kilometers or miles.
• Speed limiter ( not going over 140 kilometres in Canada)
• Customs

So let's say even if we are saving a few thousand here and there while importing the same vehicle, it's going to end up costing you the same thing. You just have to decide if it’s worth it to invest the time and effort of getting the car to Canada. Other factors can play a part in this as well such as gas expense, the kilometers that you're going to be putting on your vehicle, and of course your time. People do import cars from the US but mostly pre-owned vehicles.

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Mercedes Benz CLS Class Price TimeLine

The first CLS-Class also known as the W219 has a drastic carving design, especially the banana-shaped side profile. (Wan, 2010)

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The Mercedes-Benz CLS earlier known as (W219) was introduced to the market in 2003. At first it wasn't called a CLS-class, this framework codenamed W219 was the first modern version of the Benz CLS-class family. The Mercedes Benz CLS Price Timeline varies from models and release year.  (Wan, 2010)

Model	CLS350	CLS500	CLS55 AMG	CLS63 AMG
Year of production	2004-2010	2006-2010	2004-2006	2006-2010
Pricing - Starting At (depending on add on such as wheels, leather, GPS etc. price will increase)	$65,000.00	$85,000.00	$85,000.00	$113,500.00

 (Wan, 2010) (Canada, 2014)

 

Do you own a CLS class, if so how much did your total come up to? 

Mercedes Benz C Class History

The first C-Class (W202) sedan was produced on 1, June, 1993. The existing Mercedes Benz C Class may be known as a small version of the S-class, not only in relations of exterior design but road protocols and interior features. (Ramey, 2013)

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The Mercedes-Benz Class C earlier known as 190E was introduced to the market in November 1982. At first it wasn't called a C-class, this framework codenamed W201 was the first modern version of the C-class family  (Ramey, 2013). The success of the BMW 3-series into the luxury sedan market did not go unnoticed by Mercedes-Benz. At the time Mercedes-Benz had the W123 sedan and wagon as the smallest cars in their lineup  (Ramey, 2013). The W123was very much a midsized car by Mercedes C Class specifications, and its replacement was going to be an even larger and more luxurious automobile. A small sedan was needed to give the 3-series some competition and Mercedes spent over a billion dollars developing the W201 platform. Thus we have the popular C Class today.  (Ramey, 2013)

 

What`s your favorite Mercedes Benz C Class model and why? 

Pros and cons for the E-class

Pros

• Base price starting at $57,000
• One of the fastest luxury cars on the market.
• Status that you will get when driving this car
• All the latest technology integrated into the e-class
• Available in many different options
• Available in 4 different body types
• Good driving experience
• Very comfortable to drive
• Amazing stability control due to the 4 Mastic option
• Amazing customer service from Mercedes Benz
• Very safe car on the road

Cons

• Can you afford it
• Expensive on insurance
• Expensive on maintenance
• Expensive on fuel economy
• Available in many different options
• Young people more likely to get into an accidents
• Not a family car
• Other competitors are offering a better product for cheaper and more value based
• Very attractive vehicle
• More likely speeding often

Retrieved from Mercedes Benz Canada 

At the end of the day a car takes you from destination A destination B. What you have to consider is that it's not about getting from one place to another it's about getting there in style. 

Mercedes Benz C Class (Sedan Vs Coupe)

 

The first Mercedes Benz C Class Sedan (W202) was produced on June, 1st, 1993 (Mayo, 2011). The first Mercedes Benz C Class Coupe (C230) Kompressor was the first of the couple style in the Mercedes C Class family (Lane, 2013).

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Mercedes Benz C Class Sedan is targeted at the luxury mid-range auto market and it has been an innovator from the very beginning. It’s recognized to be a serious contender for its name recognition, high safety standards, smooth ride and superb mechanical engineering  (Mayo, 2011). The Mercedes Benz C Class Coupe is targeted towards the sporty individual, features include Dynamic Handling, interior and engine options similar to the sedan, the Coupe is more understated and luxury-focused than its competitors. The vehicle potential is incredible being able to reaching 60 mph takes about seven seconds  (Lane, 2013). The Mercedes C Class Family has a numerous variety of both models with tons of add-ons. Overall I think it depends on your individual needs, the Sedan is more Family orientated and the Coupe is leaning towards the car fanatic or adrenaline junkie.

Which one would you buy Sedan OR Coupe Mercedes C Class model and why? 

New Features in the 2014 E class

The e-class is fully customizable and is available with many different options. As listed on Mercedes Benz website "customize your car" to meet your desire. The blog will be focusing on 2014 Mercedes-Benzes features in 3 different categories, external, internal and the latest technology of the vehicle.

1. External features

The e-class got a full new body upgrade making the car much lighter in terms of weight. With the 2014 shape the e class is much air dynamic, this helps increase the stability of the vehicle and making the car much faster in driving purposes. The car also got bigger air intakes in the front. All new Mercedes Benz E-class LEDs all around the vehicle from the front projector LED headlight lamps, rear backlight to interior cluster gauges is now standard in all models of the Mercedes E-class.

The e-class is available in 4 different body styles.

• Sedan

• Wagon

• Coupe

• Convertible

2. Internal features / interior

Soft touch dashboard

wood panels (available in many different what colors)

Aluminum switch panels

Analog clock in the middle and an LCD screen displaying all the control panel.

Available with active cruise control

• Stereo scope camera (that project 3D viewing)

• Radar system

• Diztronic plus with steering assist

• 9 standard air bags all around the car

More options are available depending on which type or model of the e-class you decide to get.

3. Performance factors

A performance factor varies from different models.

The top of the line is e63 AMG S-4matic, considerably fastest luxury car in the world.

• 0 to 60 in 3.5 seconds

• All-wheel drive

• 577 horsepower

• 590 LB-FT Torque

• The E-class is also available in

• Hybrid and diesel with Eco Boost Sense technology.

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