Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate (1996 - 2001) C280 V6 Sport 5d Auto (5) (1999/T) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Not sure allways fancied a merc and this is a 'classic' car.

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

They all like it and amazed at how little I paid for it.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes but would go for a newer version as 11 year old cars with this mileage are difficult to find

What are you likely to buy next?

Another Mercedes

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£2,250

When did you buy the car?

August 2010

Did you get a good deal and why?

Bought this car privately with 68,000 miles on the clock foe £2250.00 It had part service history but all the old MOT's to verify mileage

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Needed an estate and fancied a mercedes

What was the dealer like?

What's it like to drive?

Being the sport version ride is a bit hard but apart from that I have no complaints

What's it like to park?

Easy - you can see all the corners and is a doodle to park

Have you had any problems with the car?

Needed a new crankshaft position sensor which is a common fault with mercs

What's most practical about your car?

The space and the fact that is easy to drive. The switchable auto transmission is great and when you need it tiptronic makes passing really quick and easy.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

None - not really into gadgets and accessory's