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Old 02-07-2009, 02:50 PM   #21
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Well I hope not! The grain of the plastics in the 204 is its only flaw (besides the slightly boring dash design)...

I hope the dash is softer and less shiny in the W212, otherwise it'd be very disappointing.

At least the layout is supremely well designed, but a softer, less shiny material than the 204 is necessary!
I think it is a matter of opinion. There is really no written rule anywhere that specifically states that dark, grainy plastic is "cheap".

The W204 interior makes a really good impression on me overall once you get to know it better.
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Old 02-07-2009, 05:02 PM   #22
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Re: ***Wimmer Sightings: 2009 Mercedes-Benz E220 CDI Bluetec***

IMO, it's not only the dashboard's plastics' feel that defies quality in a car, but also all those little details that make the difference! But the feel of the plastics gives you a very strong positive or negative impression!

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Old 02-07-2009, 05:19 PM   #23
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Re: ***Wimmer Sightings: 2009 Mercedes-Benz E220 CDI Bluetec***

I just drove a 2008 C300 for 2 days as a loaner for my car that was being serviced and I can say that the interior plastics, especially the dash, look and feel rather cheap. I was so happy to get back to my 2006 E Class, both the interior and ride are so much nicer! (I Have the appearance pkg (USA), with the dark birdseye maple wood and charcoal leather)
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Re: ***Wimmer Sightings: 2009 Mercedes-Benz E220 CDI Bluetec***

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Well I hope not! The grain of the plastics in the 204 is its only flaw (besides the slightly boring dash design)...

I hope the dash is softer and less shiny in the W212, otherwise it'd be very disappointing.

At least the layout is supremely well designed, but a softer, less shiny material than the 204 is necessary!
Yeah...I don't min the grain in the C. It may be slightly rough and have a bit too much sheen in black, but the overall impression is great.

Still I wanted a change just for the sake of bitching journalist who look no further then their nose to judge quality.
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