Mercedes-Benz C-Class Saloon (2000 - 2007) C270 CDI Elegance 4d Auto (2003/03) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
thought I was buying quality
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
love to ride in it
Would you buy this car again and why?
Definite NO due to repair cost and parts failing
What are you likely to buy next?
Audi or BMW
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£20,000
When did you buy the car?
November 2004
Did you get a good deal and why?
haggled price down plus new tyres and full service
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
economical diesel car with comfort
What was the dealer like?
Usual Mercedes experience
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Very comfortable and can pick up its skirts and go if required, tyre noise slightly loud. Wife loves it.
What's it like to park?
Easy and thats without sensors
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
front shockers found leaking two days after delivery. This june car kept going into limp mode, was finally diagnosed after third garage visit as catalyst adrift in silencer. Total cost £1900
What's most practical about your car?
good on fuel often 40 plus mpg and comfortable - build quality very suspect.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Auto box with easy override
