Mercedes-Benz C-Class Saloon (1993 - 2000) C180 Elegance 4d Auto (1993/L) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
its a merc!!! someone who has done well for themselves and truley admires cars for what they should be!
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
everyone i know, loved it, not as much as me tho!
Would you buy this car again and why?
yes and no, the no purely because it was my favorite car and wouldnt like too compare another car too her. but i would recommend 1 too anybody
What are you likely to buy next?
ive bought a 1998 saab 95 2.3 lpt. because some1 wrote off my merc, although the saab is faster, its by no means anywhere near enjoyable to drive or own as the mercedes.
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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?
£2,200
When did you buy the car?
October 2005
Did you get a good deal and why?
I thought i got a great deal at the time, and an even better 1 months later. As it turned out too be my heartbeat, i little ott too describe a car, maybe but owning an old merc is a fantastic experiance.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
because im a young driver, i looked upon owning a merc as a great achievement and its different
What was the dealer like?
very good, the ariel stuck slightly on way down, but on purchase all was rectified, just needed wd'ing
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
excellant, mine was in burgandy with chrome handles. even for an old car there is so much road presence. and when its been cleaned its phenominal. handles like it was on rails. even the 1.8 is a drivers car
What's it like to park?
very easy. great visability allround and im only 5ft 5. plenty of room for taller drivers too
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
never, its an old merc!!
What's most practical about your car?
its big,comfy, good on petrol even for a 1.8 auto
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
loads of little great features, you can turn the lights on independantly so when u park in an awkward place other car uses can see your car, in petrol flap there is a holder and it fits perfectly, unlike other makes!
