Neuropel Posted August 14, 2014 Share Posted August 14, 2014 I'm going to hold off just a little longer until I can see and test drive the new Mercedes C300. I've had a great experience with my '12 E350 4matic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Netcub Posted August 14, 2014 Share Posted August 14, 2014 A Comparably Equipped C300 4MATIC Sport Sedan is just under 51,000. That build includes Leather Premium Package Multimedia Package. Even a Comparably Equipped CLA-250 Is just under 44k Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTG Posted August 14, 2014 Share Posted August 14, 2014 A Comparably Equipped C300 4MATIC Sport Sedan is just under 51,000. That build includes Leather Premium Package Multimedia Package. Even a Comparably Equipped CLA-250 Is just under 44k I crossed shopped it with a Audi A4 2.0T Prem Plus, S-Line & etc. I just did not want to buy an outgoing A4 (refresh in 2016) Leases were pretty darn close and Audi included all the maintenance as well. I am sure MB will offer some attractive leases once the new C Class is out. Not to mention MB's technology will be light years ahead of Subarus..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neuropel Posted August 14, 2014 Share Posted August 14, 2014 I crossed shopped it with a Audi A4 2.0T Prem Plus, S-Line & etc. I just did not want to buy an outgoing A4 (refresh in 2016) Leases were pretty darn close and Audi included all the maintenance as well. I am sure MB will offer some attractive leases once the new C Class is out. Not to mention MB's technology will be light years ahead of Subarus..... Agreed about the leases. Plus, my employer has a fleet agreement with MB which gives me a very decent discount. I'm still leaning toward the Subaru, but as I'm turning in an E class, I'm going to see what they're willing to offer. I'm leasing either way, as I don't want to purchase a Subaru without having owned one previously (I have no idea what my experience will be). My wife just went to a BRZ from a BMW 328xi, but I'm finding it hard to turn my back on German sedans. Regarding the technology, I think Subaru's Eyesight is superior in many regards. Having owned several MBs however, it's been my experience that MB will not release technology unless it's thoroughly tested and ready for prime time. I'm anxious to hear users' real life experience with Eyesight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTG Posted August 14, 2014 Share Posted August 14, 2014 Agreed about the leases. Plus, my employer has a fleet agreement with MB which gives me a very decent discount. I'm still leaning toward the Subaru, but as I'm turning in an E class, I'm going to see what they're willing to offer. I'm leasing either way, as I don't want to purchase a Subaru without having owned one previously (I have no idea what my experience will be). My wife just went to a BRZ from a BMW 328xi, but I'm finding it hard to turn my back on German sedans. Regarding the technology, I think Subaru's Eyesight is superior in many regards. Having owned several MBs however, it's been my experience that MB will not release technology unless it's thoroughly tested and ready for prime time. I'm anxious to hear users' real life experience with Eyesight. I am sure MB will give you a great deal if you were to lease again. I am on my 5th or 6th Subaru (Leases keep getting cheaper for the same car) . They are pretty dependable, cheap and easy to maintain. Dealer experience wont be anything near what you experience with MB or BMW. Fit and finish on German cars are still light years ahead and as far as technology is concerned, Subaru is veeery slow as well. This is the first year they are "offering" HIDs as an option when the rest of the world is switching to LED Headlights and HIDs are pretty much standard. Would I buy a Subaru to be my only car? - No! But it is a great daily driver and keeps the other toys in the garage and out of harms way. Keep us posted on your decision. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neuropel Posted August 15, 2014 Share Posted August 15, 2014 Thinking I should also check into some other makes/models as well. As a newbie here, I don't want to dirty up this thread, so I found another section here in the forums that's probably more appropriate for my questions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GEE-OTTO Posted August 15, 2014 Share Posted August 15, 2014 Put hands on a 2015 yesterday @ Stohlman Subaru in Herndon VA it was a light blue color tan interior very solid looking car the wheel gap isnt too bad and curb appeal is HIGH. Good looking vehicle for sure! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jay25rs Posted August 21, 2014 Share Posted August 21, 2014 My car showed up on my dealer's website!! All of my add on options are present in the list, it has a VIN number, and for the Stock # it says "SOLD"! should be soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CT2015Legacy Posted August 21, 2014 Share Posted August 21, 2014 My car showed up on my dealer's website!! All of my add on options are present in the list, it has a VIN number, and for the Stock # it says "SOLD"! should be soon! Very nice! How long was your wait so far from order to website, what options did you order? I ordered mine at the beginning of this month and still have yet to see anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jay25rs Posted August 21, 2014 Share Posted August 21, 2014 Very nice! How long was your wait so far from order to website, what options did you order? I ordered mine at the beginning of this month and still have yet to see anything. I put my order in on July 13th. I just noticed it yesterday on the website. On August 11th, I had my order number. For options, nearly everything: Included Packages Moonroof Package & Keyless Access & Navi & EyeSight ($2,990) Power Moonroof Package Keyless Access & Start Radio: AM/FM Stereo HD Radio & Navigation System Driver Assist Technology Auto-Dimming Rear View Compass Mirror w/Homelink Remote Transmitter w/Removable Key Illuminated Engine Start/Stop Switch Pin Code Access Additional Options Alloy Wheel Lock Kit Carbide Gray Metallic Body Side Molding Kit Driver Assist Technology EyeSight System Steering Responsive Fog Lights Exterior Auto Dimming Mirror w/BSD Legacy Cargo Tray Radio: AM/FM Stereo HD Radio & Navigation System Navigation System Rear-Vision Camera Subaru Starlink Smartphone Integration Vehicle Information Display harman/kardon Surround Sound Speaker System Rear Bumper Applique Splash Guards Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CT2015Legacy Posted August 21, 2014 Share Posted August 21, 2014 I put my order in on July 13th. I just noticed it yesterday on the website. On August 11th, I had my order number. For options, nearly everything: Included Packages Moonroof Package & Keyless Access & Navi & EyeSight ($2,990) Power Moonroof Package Keyless Access & Start Radio: AM/FM Stereo HD Radio & Navigation System Driver Assist Technology Auto-Dimming Rear View Compass Mirror w/Homelink Remote Transmitter w/Removable Key Illuminated Engine Start/Stop Switch Pin Code Access Additional Options Alloy Wheel Lock Kit Carbide Gray Metallic Body Side Molding Kit Driver Assist Technology EyeSight System Steering Responsive Fog Lights Exterior Auto Dimming Mirror w/BSD Legacy Cargo Tray Radio: AM/FM Stereo HD Radio & Navigation System Navigation System Rear-Vision Camera Subaru Starlink Smartphone Integration Vehicle Information Display harman/kardon Surround Sound Speaker System Rear Bumper Applique Splash Guards Thats awesome congratulations. Sounds like it took almost a month so hopefully I will see mine shortly and get my order number (which I haven't received yet). I opted out for the eyesight system though. Ordered on August 7th. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stl traveler Posted August 21, 2014 Share Posted August 21, 2014 Hi, I'm new to the forum. On Aug 18, I ordered a black/black 2015 Legacy Limited with #22 (moonroof, nav, keyless entry/start button). When the salesman printed out the form with the VON, it says that estimated vehicle availability is the last week of March 2015! How can that be??? I asked the salesman and he said that could not be correct and that he had submitted an order 8 hrs earlier that said availability would be February. Is something funny going on here? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CT2015Legacy Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 Hi, I'm new to the forum. On Aug 18, I ordered a black/black 2015 Legacy Limited with #22 (moonroof, nav, keyless entry/start button). When the salesman printed out the form with the VON, it says that estimated vehicle availability is the last week of March 2015! How can that be??? I asked the salesman and he said that could not be correct and that he had submitted an order 8 hrs earlier that said availability would be February. Is something funny going on here? I could be wrong but perhaps Subaru builds the vehicles and holds them in a parking lot until the get allocated...? Perhaps they already do have the vehicle available and its just waiting to ship out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stl traveler Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 And they would hold it 7 months??? My concern is that I used the AAA car buying service that goes through TrueCar. I did not order any dealer add ons. I received 3 dealer bids. This particular dealer was $750 less than the other 2. I am wondering if this is a game, where they order the car so far into the future that when they get another one in inventory that is close to what I want (plus $500 or so in dealer add ons) that they suggest I take that one instead of waiting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jay25rs Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 Hi, I'm new to the forum. On Aug 18, I ordered a black/black 2015 Legacy Limited with #22 (moonroof, nav, keyless entry/start button). When the salesman printed out the form with the VON, it says that estimated vehicle availability is the last week of March 2015! How can that be??? I asked the salesman and he said that could not be correct and that he had submitted an order 8 hrs earlier that said availability would be February. Is something funny going on here? Maybe it's because in New England, our dealers do not buy from SOA but instead from Subaru of New England. They might have some special allocation set aside to allow them earlier access... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CT2015Legacy Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 And they would hold it 7 months??? Like I said I could be wrong. It was my opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stl traveler Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 Like I said I could be wrong. It was my opinion. Please don't get me wrong. I appreciate your opinion. Seven months just seems excessive to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CT2015Legacy Posted August 22, 2014 Share Posted August 22, 2014 Please don't get me wrong. I appreciate your opinion. Seven months just seems excessive to me. Yeah I agree no worries at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
genegx Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 Ordered a Legacy Premium with Eyesight, etc on Monday, got my VON on Tuesday, estimated delivery ~ 4 weeks. Purchased via Costco program, mid-Atlantic dealership in Maryland. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Netcub Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 Ordered a Limited 2.5 Eyesight last month... Estimated Delivery Last week of October. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Netcub Posted September 4, 2014 Share Posted September 4, 2014 Legacy Sales for August 5,987 Up 51% (I don't know if this is from the previous month, or previous year) Also, Accord set an all-time record with 51,075 sales But, for comparison: Audi A3 - up 10,465% to 2,430 BMW X5 - up 41% to 3,497 Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV - up 77% to 3,534 Chevrolet Corvette - up 309% to 2,679 Kia Soul - up 50% to 15,069 Mazda Mazda2 - up 42% to 1,080 Nissan Versa - up 46% to 14,630 Nissan Maxima - up 62% to 6,110 Subaru Legacy - up 51% to 5,987 Toyota RAV4 - up 52% to 35,614 Lowlights (sales down > 30%) Acura RLX/RL - down 52% to 216 BMW 7-Series - down 43% to 529 Buick LaCrosse - down 36% to 4,454 Cadillac CTS - down 35% to 2,592 Dodge Viper - down 58% to 38 Fiat 500L - down 97% to 33 (stop sale inhibited) Ford Taurus - down 35% to 4,430 Hyundai Equus - down 42% to 253 Infiniti Q70 - down 65% to 174 Kia Cadenza - down 69% to 522 Lincoln MKS - down 48% to 585 MINI Cooper Hardtop - down 45% to 1,581 Nissan Juke - down 44% to 2,353 Scion iQ - down 49% to 219 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
genegx Posted September 4, 2014 Share Posted September 4, 2014 The Indiana plants capacity is 400k cars per year, with expansion underway to up the capacity to 600k per year by 2016. Subaru says they are currently selling all they can manufacture, which would be about 33,333 cars per month. So Legacy looks to be about 20% of total production capability. Not sure if they have the flexibility to add more lines, or if the Legacy is stuck to a static production limit. What were the sales figures for the other Subaru models? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yoda_One Posted September 4, 2014 Share Posted September 4, 2014 I ordered 2015 Limited 3.6r FAK 23 ISM C 05L 07D LZ6 on Aug 23 with estimated available last week in October. Sent from my SPH-L900 using Tapatalk Laughing at Oneself and with Other is good for the Soul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgoodhue Posted September 4, 2014 Share Posted September 4, 2014 The Indiana plants capacity is 400k cars per year, with expansion underway to up the capacity to 600k per year by 2016. Subaru says they are currently selling all they can manufacture, which would be about 33,333 cars per month. So Legacy looks to be about 20% of total production capability. Not sure if they have the flexibility to add more lines, or if the Legacy is stuck to a static production limit. What were the sales figures for the other Subaru models? The 400k limit probably includes the Camry. The Outback which is also made at that plant was 11,428 last month. Subaru does not manufacturer at any other models at the Indiana plant (the rest are from Japan). To answer another poster question. The 51% increase is compared to August 2013 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hankm Posted September 5, 2014 Share Posted September 5, 2014 Ordered a Limited 2.5 Eyesight last month... Estimated Delivery Last week of October. Ditto.I ordered Limited with Eye last week and order summary estimates delivery "last week of November, 2014" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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