• Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Practical but different.

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    Family like it, friends like looks, neighbours love it.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes, I like it myself and I drive a CLS.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    A Class, wife wants one.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £19,500

    When did you buy the car?

    September 2011

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Yes - ex demo/service manager employee car.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Wanted car for wife that would carry grandchildren to replace impractical SLK.

    What was the dealer like?

    Very good.

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Excellent, very quick, road holding not fantastic but adequate, cruises nicely on motorway.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy with park sensors.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    No, has been fault free. It goes very well with the 2.5t engine and 4wd, lots of people get shock at traffic light grand prix.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Easy access and split tailgate.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Voice command and front heated screen.