Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate (2008 - 2014) C220 CDI BlueEFF AMG Sport (Comand) 5d Auto (2012/12) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I'm a fool for being seduced by the badge!!
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
You pay way over the odds for the badge.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Definately not, despite great initial impression MB customer service has been shocking.
What are you likely to buy next?
VW Golf or Skoda Octavia.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£36,000
When did you buy the car?
April 2012
Did you get a good deal and why?
Slight discount if I opted for a car that was already built but un-registered.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
What was the dealer like?
Very helpful as we were buying two cars at the same time.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Great - responsive, great down country lanes; averages 42mpg. Rubbish in snow and ice - no point leaving home!
What's it like to park?
Easy, front and rear sensors.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Yes, collected from a service late on a Friday; following day the car lost total power going round a corner and I fortunately managed to avoid driving through a shop window. Diesel all over the engine bay - engineer had failed to reattach a fuel pipe correctly. All four alloys corroding around hub, MB warranty wont cover them as they claim its down to poor care and road salt during the winter months.
What's most practical about your car?
Decent size boot with electric open/close.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Command system and speakers - very good.
