Mercedes-Benz E-Class Saloon (2002 - 2008) E320 CDI Elegance 4d Tip Auto (06) (2008/58) Owner Review

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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Proud and safe driver. Not a fast driver but has power if needed.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Great. If we go out they want me to drive them.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, I would buy another. It is economical, safe and reliable while being comfortable. All the refinements you need.
What are you likely to buy next?
Similar type. Very happy with 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?
£19,000
When did you buy the car?
May 2010
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes, part-exchanged my Focus Estate. Was not pressured by salesman, given keys and told to take it for a drive.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Comfort and economy.
What was the dealer like?
Very fair, not pressured at all.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Very responsive and comfortable. Good sound system and sat nav with traffic to help you drive relaxed.
What's it like to park?
Good to park with the help of the sensors. It is a little long to fit in some supermarket size parking bays.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Reliable, comfortable and economical. This 3.0-litre car does more miles per gallon than my Focus Estate 1.8TD on a run, and about the same locally. (42 to 45 mpg on run).
What's most practical about your car?
Economy and safety with comfort.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Built-in sat nav with traffic, built-in phone and Bluetooth, auto turn lights on front, front back and side parking sensor, low tyre pressure warning, and loads more things to help and make driving this a pleasure.