Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate (2000 - 2007) C200K Avantgarde SE 5d (2003/03) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
It looks like a upmarket car but it also subtle in it's looks. People do ask whether i've come into money.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They like the car and do comment on how good it looks.
Would you buy this car again and why?
I would buy this car again, the petrol engine is very eager, economy on average is about 33MPG but coming from a 3.0 Subaru it's fantastic. If i bought this car again i would get a post 2004 model as the styling is slight better, and the gearbox would be better.
What are you likely to buy next?
I use this car for commuting, long distance travel, towing a jet ski.. it's a all round performer and i would therefore look at buying a newer one of these cars next.
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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?
£6,995
When did you buy the car?
November 2009
Did you get a good deal and why?
Bought this from Online Vechile Solutions. I live on the Isle of Wight and they delivered it to my door at no extra charge. I think the price i paid was very competitive.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
What was the dealer like?
Dealer was very helpful and i had a couple of issues after i'd bought the car which were sorted without issue.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Great to drive, slightly twitchy if there is any ice and snow but that would be the same for any rear wheel drive car.
What's it like to park?
Parking is no problem with the parking sensors, although i'm sure it wouldn't be too difficult without.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
The only thing which has gone wrong is the ratchet on the foot handbrake, took it to the garage who fixed it but also said the ratchet has nothing to do with the handbrake function. Since then it's gone wrong again but i'm not bothering to repair it as the handbrake works fine.
What's most practical about your car?
The interior space for people in the car is great especially in the front.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
I've got a phone bluetooth system which is great. Also really like the auto widnscreen wipers and the auot lights. Also parking sensors are a must.
