mnrobitaille Posted July 15, 2013 Report Share Posted July 15, 2013 I am curious what thoughts are on what accessories or add-ons you would to see for the C-Max. Any new safety features/options? Different lighting setups? Customizable MFT/NAV Settings? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mnrobitaille Posted July 15, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 15, 2013 As for add-ons to the C-Max I'd like to see would be a back-up alarm, as the C-Max is very stealthy when in reverse. (We did have the dealer install an aftermarket one, the cost was only about $80 all together). For lighting it would be nice if they would do LEDs. Retired1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mnrobitaille Posted July 16, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 After getting 3.5.1 successfully installed & from having experience with a Garmin GPS, it would be nice if we could change the vehicle icon from the red arrow being used now, to something like a C-Max or even a bike or eagle . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HannahWCU Posted July 16, 2013 Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 Get rid of the blinking white circle on the nav!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAZ Posted July 16, 2013 Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 I've come to the conclusion that the blinking white circle is an indication of where the vehicle might be located, since it's not always right at the point of the arrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ksiegel Posted July 17, 2013 Report Share Posted July 17, 2013 I's love it if the horn was a softer touch, so you could just tap it for a "friendly" toot, instead of pushing real hard like you are trying to squash something. And an optional PV panel on the roof with a trickle charger would be cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mnrobitaille Posted July 17, 2013 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2013 I's love it if the horn was a softer touch, so you could just tap it for a "friendly" toot, instead of pushing real hard like you are trying to squash something. And an optional PV panel on the roof with a trickle charger would be cool. Softer touch horn like the 2102 Fusion has? We loaned one from the dealership while the liftgate update was installed, & the 3.5.1 update was tried to be installed. The horn was so sensitive you barely touched it, & it sounded. It would be interesting if they put in solar panels on the roof as a means to gain additional charge, especially with the new release out about switching the C-Max Hybrid to perform like the C-Max Energi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slampro Posted July 17, 2013 Report Share Posted July 17, 2013 It would be interesting if they put in solar panels on the roof as a means to gain additional charge, especially with the new release out about switching the C-Max Hybrid to perform like the C-Max Energi. I would really like to see that. If they could do that, I would probably trade up for it the day it's released. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zhackwyatt Posted July 18, 2013 Report Share Posted July 18, 2013 I would really like to see that. If they could do that, I would probably trade up for it the day it's released.I don't think you'd be able to get enough power. The Prius has a solar roof and they just run a fan air circulator (which I wouldn't mind) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveofDurham Posted July 18, 2013 Report Share Posted July 18, 2013 I don't think you'd be able to get enough power. The Prius has a solar roof and they just run a fan air circulator (which I wouldn't mind)I would love to have a built in solar powered ventilator fan for hot summer parking. I have used aftermarket in-the-window solar vent fans in several cars. In cars with rear windows with straight sides they work great. When the car is parked, the interior temp never goes above the ambient temp and the air ducts don't get filled with superheated air. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScubaDadMiami Posted July 18, 2013 Report Share Posted July 18, 2013 I'd go for that, for sure! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArizonaEnergi Posted July 18, 2013 Report Share Posted July 18, 2013 (edited) Get rid of the blinking white circle on the nav!!!!+1 million. Stupidest thing I've seen since Microsoft Bob. What were they thinking? "Oh, let's add a useless blinking circle in case the driver can't find the red icon that is always in the center of the screen!" Although, this is neither an accessory or add-on. Returning to topic I offer: a trash container for the door pockets that can be removed. Edited July 18, 2013 by ArizonaEnergi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zhackwyatt Posted July 18, 2013 Report Share Posted July 18, 2013 I would love to have a built in solar powered ventilator fan for hot summer parking. I have used aftermarket in-the-window solar vent fans in several cars. In cars with rear windows with straight sides they work great. When the car is parked, the interior temp never goes above the ambient temp and the air ducts don't get filled with superheated air. Have you tried w/ the C-Max? What brand? I've seen very mixed reviews on those things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outycat Posted July 18, 2013 Report Share Posted July 18, 2013 I love this car. The only thing I would SO appreciate is adjustable visors. I came from a car that had them and being able to slide them over to be in position to block that low sun coming in the windshield is necessary for me. At this point I hold my hand in position to block that sun while driving to work in the morning. I know there are after market contraptions I can put on the visor, but they look cheap and crappy. I looked at static cling stuff to put on the windshield, but that would look crappy, too. The stuff that's already on there doesn't do the trick because it is too high on the windshield to block that low sun. Retired1 and Trevor 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveofDurham Posted July 19, 2013 Report Share Posted July 19, 2013 Have you tried w/ the C-Max? What brand? I've seen very mixed reviews on those things. Haven't tried it yet. I need to see if I still have one of the aftermarket solar vent fans. Also, in order for this to work the fan needs to pull air through the vehicle's ventilation system. In older cars I used the solar fan in (e.g., 1983 Tercel or 1987 Camry wagon) this meant having the system set on fresh air (not on recirc). I recall reading something about the ventilation system in the C-Max closing the vents when the car is turned off. I thought this was odd when I read it. I just searched through the C-Max owners manual and could find anything about this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zhackwyatt Posted July 19, 2013 Report Share Posted July 19, 2013 Haven't tried it yet. I need to see if I still have one of the aftermarket solar vent fans. Also, in order for this to work the fan needs to pull air through the vehicle's ventilation system. In older cars I used the solar fan in (e.g., 1983 Tercel or 1987 Camry wagon) this meant having the system set on fresh air (not on recirc). I recall reading something about the ventilation system in the C-Max closing the vents when the car is turned off. I thought this was odd when I read it. I just searched through the C-Max owners manual and could find anything about this.Couldn't you just crack a window in the opposite corner? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveofDurham Posted July 19, 2013 Report Share Posted July 19, 2013 Couldn't you just crack a window in the opposite corner?Yes, but it would not be as effective in holding down the temp of the air in the ductwork. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigalpha Posted July 20, 2013 Report Share Posted July 20, 2013 I would like to have the windows automatically roll up if the rain sensor gets tripped while the car is off and parked. Monsoon season can bring pretty unpredictable rain showers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtb9153 Posted July 21, 2013 Report Share Posted July 21, 2013 I love this car. The only thing I would SO appreciate is adjustable visors. I came from a car that had them and being able to slide them over to be in position to block that low sun coming in the windshield is necessary for me. At this point I hold my hand in position to block that sun while driving to work in the morning. I know there are after market contraptions I can put on the visor, but they look cheap and crappy. I looked at static cling stuff to put on the windshield, but that would look crappy, too. The stuff that's already on there doesn't do the trick because it is too high on the windshield to block that low sun. Yes I agree with this since my previous ride a Saturn Vue had adjustable side curtains which could be pulled out for more sun protection in the evenings. Trevor 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jmonty Posted July 22, 2013 Report Share Posted July 22, 2013 The stereo system is a bit lacking, esp compared to the shaker 500 system my mustang had. the storage space in the center console is awkward, but spacious. That could be improved somehow. And I think I'll get an aftermarket net for the back. I've already lost a jar of salsa to my carelessness, lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wab Posted July 23, 2013 Report Share Posted July 23, 2013 TWO power memory seats.Pushbutton transmission shifter ='s a much bigger console! MacGyver, Retired1 and Trevor 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMS13 Posted August 10, 2013 Report Share Posted August 10, 2013 Power passenger seat w/SEL package and Drivers memory seat. My wife are always having to change the seat position. For her she can get in and then adjust the seat. For me I can't get in, I adjust the seat back, get in and adjust the seat to my position. My F150 has the memory seat feature but I am the only ne that drives it. Wish I could switch it to the C-MAX. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
armoredsaint Posted August 11, 2013 Report Share Posted August 11, 2013 i wish there was projector headlights and LED stoplights. Trevor, Retired1 and ScubaDadMiami 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CMax-Traveler Posted August 12, 2013 Report Share Posted August 12, 2013 I'll second that the center console storage is awkward. Wish there were a coin tray (thinking about somehow sticking one underneath the parking brake). Also, given how huge the console is, there must be a lot of dead space in there, so some sort of additional storage compartment would be nice. Also, the glove box needs work, things constantly fall off of the top shelf. What were they thinking? The solar-powered ventilation would be really nice, esp. on a hot day. Separate HVAC controls for the back seat (driver and passenger are already separate, why not one more zone?). On the SE model, something besides compass and efficiency leaves on the right display. What a waste. Not sure why the entertainment module can't display there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScubaDadMiami Posted August 13, 2013 Report Share Posted August 13, 2013 There are at least partial solutions to your issues. I bought a coin holder, and it fits perfectly well inside the console, on the little shelf that is just below the USB and other connectors. As far at the shelf issue goes, just get the CarpeNivem solution. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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