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  • Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Successful.

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

    I think they are impressed.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    If the more modern version is as good as this, then yes.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    The current version if it is good enough.

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Independent

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £10,800

    When did you buy the car?

    March 2010

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Only got £100 off because just on the market and in demand.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Fitted my spec exactly. Took 6 months to find.

    What was the dealer like?

    Seemed professional, but with a hint of sly underneath.

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Very good although surprisingly the steering is not as positive as the W124 Merc I had for 23 years from 1987.

    What's it like to park?

    Pretty easy. Good turning circle. Proximity warning device back and front.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Not unexpectedly have replaced both batteries. Glo Plug warning light came on and all 6 replaced. Fault continued and traced to Glo Plug relay which as also replaced - now OK.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Leather seats and climate control.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Built in Sat Nav and cruise control.