Mercedes-Benz A-Class A140 Avantgarde 5d (98) (2000/V) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Expensive, but good re-sale values.
Costs
The main dealers make you feel like you are buying the place very expensive.
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On the road
Driving
Excellent on the flat.
Performance
Went well on the flat. Slightly asthmatic on hills.
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Living with it
Reliability
Not well built - lots of problems the whole time...
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Comfort
Very comfortable and refined drive.
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Security and Service
Security
Very good - major probs with alarm going off all the time!
Service
Lovely expensive showrooms. Staff not particularly friendly, supportive or helpful.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
No major problems.
Other
Continual alarm problems. Both rear swing arms needed replacing. Wiper blades fitted up-side down.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No