Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate (2008 - 2014) C200K Sport 5d Auto (2008/08) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Man with a family but still wants a decent driving car and has a relatively sporty look.

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

All good comments, but nobody's going to tell me otherwise are they ?!! ha ha.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes, but next car will probably be bigger, maybe an e-class as my two baby boys grow up.

What are you likely to buy next?

E-class or (god forbid) a people carrier.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£9,400

When did you buy the car?

August 2014

Did you get a good deal and why?

Bought from a Mitsubishi dealership, they had car as a part ex. Car was in excellent condition but last service was done by indie merc garage. Was able to negotiate on that basis.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

2 children.

What was the dealer like?

Friendly and willing to negotiate.

What's it like to drive?

Good all-rounder. C mode is very comfortable for drives with the kids and motorway. Put it into S mode and the steering becomes a bit sharper and the suspension stiffens, great for if I'm driving on country lanes (without the wife and kids to hold me back!). very quick of the mark for a 1.8 petrol in a large car (0-60 in 8 secs). I test drove A4's, 3 series and mondeo's when hunting for this car. Prob came second in terms of drive out of the three which isn't bad for an automatic. Never fancied an automatic but its actually very good especially with the triptronic there when you want it.

What's it like to park?

Excellent. parking sensors are sensitive without with out beeping before you actually get anywhere near an object (as I found with my previous Audi). Good vision all round too.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Nothing

What's most practical about your car?

Retractable parcel shelf is very easy to use. remote boot opening is very handy with two kids an a load of shopping.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Lots of good quality gadgets.