New edition of C-Class
Car enthusiasts would think that a new C-Class is enough for Mercedes-Benz, but there are still so many possibilities. In fact, Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) has released a special edition version of the much-awaited awaited 2008 C350 Sport Sedan in order to raise funds for Saks Fifth Avenue’s KEY TO THE CURE, a women’s cancer initiative developed in partnership with the Entertainment Industry Foundation’s (EIF) Women’s Cancer Research Fund. MBUSA will be contributing $1 million as a national sponsor of the fund raiser. The company will do this through the sale of 1,000 exclusive C-Class vehicles scheduled to arrive at Mercedes-Benz dealerships this month. It was reported that the sales of the limited edition of MB C-Class will help the programs dedicated to finding new detection methods, treatments and a cure for women’s cancers nationwide. MBSUSA has been part of Saks Fifth Avenue’s KEY TO THE CURE for five consecutive years and has contributed $5 million for women’s cancer research.
The new 2008 C350 Sport Sedan is packed with the right power in a 268- horsepower, 3.5 liter V-6 engine and state-of-the-art technology available today. It also features a Sahara Beige and Black leather interior specially made for Saks Fifth Avenue’s KEY TO THE CURE. Not only will it give the right drive and performance, car enthusiasts will also get a chance to help fight cancer.
The Special Edition C350 is all set with an Obsidian Black Metallic Paint, Exclusive Sahara Beige / Black Leather Interior, 18 inch AMG twin-spoke aluminum alloy wheels, Multimedia Package that includes HDD Navigation, Harman Kardon sound system, DVD changer, Voice Control and an iPod Integration Kit.
A sportier look is what the Special Edition C350 Sport Sedan sets apart among the rest with its AMG lower bodywork and rear spoiler. It continues in the interior with a sportier gauges, sport steering wheel and pedals. Along with the styling and performance elements of the new Sport Sedan, it also includes several standard equipments such as, power sunroof, eight-way power front seats with lumbar support, two-zone automatic climate control, Bluetooth connectivity, a central controller, and an LCD display screen. SIRIUS satellite radio, heated front seats, rain sensor, garage door opener, and power-folding and auto dimming mirrors.