Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate (2000 - 2007) C180K Classic 5d Auto (2002/52) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I like cheap thirsty German Cars.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Wife likes it, but everyone who drives it notices that uses a lot of petrol.
Would you buy this car again and why?
No, not the petrol. Too thirsty.
What are you likely to buy next?
Big German Diesel.
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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?
£2,400
When did you buy the car?
August 2014
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes, the Engine management light was on, so i took a punt that I could get it fixed for a reasonable price. The dealer was also trade terms only, so didn't pay for the frills that you never use.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Fancied a Merc and my Saab was lookign a bit ropey.
What was the dealer like?
Big lump, wouldn't mess with him.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Lovely, very thursty though!
What's it like to park?
Easy.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Usual service stuff; got a bit of an oil leak; leaking boot that I fixed with a bit of electrical tape; replaced rear suspension coils and replaced the Mass Air Flow sensor (drives much nicer now); fixed the drivers side central locking with a cocktail stick.
What's most practical about your car?
It's an estate with leather seats and a nice Auto box. So easy to drive; fit the dog in the back and can wipe the kisds chocolate off the seats.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Someone fitted an aftermarket DVD player - kids love that. I use the cruise control a lot.
