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Just took 530i for test drive, and have a few Qs (archive)
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Posted by Bernsen on February 04, 2001 at 21:47:19:

Before I ask, I must say that I am a newbie, so please go easy. Thanks.

I'm looking at the Mercedes C320 and the 530i, and have recently taken both for a test drive. Needless to say, the 530i seems to be much more car for the money, but there were a few nagging concerns. First, the steering wheel was awfully hard, thin and big. Does this just take some getting used to, or is there another steering whell that might be better. Second, the engine roar was extremely loud. I understand that you can't keep these things quiet (or even want them to be), but every litttle application of the gas created a rather loud growl. Third, the car seemed rather more like a muscle car than the Mercedes - big and pretty intimidating, and requiring much more driver involvement (not a bad thing).

I'm wondering if anyone can comment on these things. Are my impressions accurate? ANy help would be appreciated. Thank you.

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