Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate (1996 - 2001) C240 Elegance 5d Auto (5) (1998/R) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Steady!
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They like it very much. Practical car with class!
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, Yes, Yes!! She is a dream to own and drive. Got all the extras and that super V6!
What are you likely to buy next?
Later C Class estate or a Mercedes ML.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£5,000
When did you buy the car?
March 2006
Did you get a good deal and why?
excellent deal. Good PX and the car I bought was fab.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Wanted a six cylinder Mercedes.
What was the dealer like?
Excellent
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Wonderful. The super smooth V6 engine is perfect for lazy cruising, but will come alive for more enthusiastic driving if you feel racey!
What's it like to park?
Absolute dream. Amazing manueverabilty for a relatively long car. I am a terrible parker, but look good in the C Class!
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Mass flow sensor. Replaced and car goes like a rocket now. Heater fan packed up.
What's most practical about your car?
It's an estate. Seats fold flat, very practical.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Air con. Brilliant.
