Mercedes-Benz C-Class Saloon C200 Classic 4d Auto (1996/P) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Value for money. Even the smallest detail items like the bonnet lifter, windscreen wiper, boot lit switch, petrol cap holder...are being taken care of by superb design & engineering.
Costs
Costs are low for second hand parts. New parts can be priced 20 times more and required some waiting period.
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On the road
Driving
Solid & stable driving feelings
Performance
Sluggish in picking up, smooth after 3rd gear. I beat a Mitsu FTO (manual) on picking up after turning off the twin air-con. Try it, you can overpower some lower range sport cars.
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Living with it
Reliability
Build to last especially for mechanical parts. Electronic parts (eg air con switches) are sometimes,no so lasting and cost a lot to repair/ replace.
Image
No rivals in sedans, the most prestigious.
Comfort
Very comfortable for its class. Reduced stress and fatigue for long journey vs other car.
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Security and Service
Security
Virtually theft-proof with it's solenoid (i think?) Immobiliser. Only way to steal it is by either towing it away or 'get' the key from the owner. The owners face threats of being mugged for the car key.
Service
Too expensive. Other workshop preferred.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Very hot compared to other cars! I feel that it's necessary to open the bonnet for the engine to cool down after every trip no matter short or long distance.
Other
ABS warming light on and off, climate control windage sometimes malfunction, windscreen wiper occasionally activates by itself.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes