Other Mercedes-Benz C-Class (2007 - 2014) models:

  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Either old man or drug dealer!

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

    They like it and think it is smarter than the BMW and Audi alternatives.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes

    What are you likely to buy next?

    E class estate (because I need the space).

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchised

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £22,000

    When did you buy the car?

    August 2010

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Reasonable - bought it on a PCP and the monthly repayments are quite low.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Was coming out of a company car scheme and needed a replacement.

    What was the dealer like?

    MB of Harrogate - super. Not at all pushy and let the car sell itself.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Very punchy at mid range, quiet on the motorway and suprisingly economical (c45 mpg when cruising at 80).

    What's it like to park?

    Wish it had parking sensors as it is longer than you think, which has caught me out a few times.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Alloy wheels have corroded from the centre and MB refused a warranty claim on them. Seems to be a common fault on C classes.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Good sized boot.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Bluetooth connectivity.