Mercedes-Benz C-Class Saloon (2007 - 2014) C220 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY Sport Ed 125 4d Auto (2011/61) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

I'm a badge snob.

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

They really like it, very smooth and plenty of power. Sometimes get a bit frightened when putting power down!

Would you buy this car again and why?

Not unless money was not such a factor as it has become, if that was thecase then perhaps the C63 would be the better bet.

What are you likely to buy next?

Saab 9-3 TTiD 180bhp Aero.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

Yes

What price did you pay?

£32,000

When did you buy the car?

December 2011

Did you get a good deal and why?

Salesman was honest and said he needed the sale to hit his target at Christmas. The car was ready to go with added extras for free within 7 days. Very helpful and honest.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Persuaded to - great spec with £3k worth of extras thrown in for free.

What was the dealer like?

Very helpful and supportive, honest. Sometimes lacking urgency.

What's it like to drive?

Very easy, good feel of the road through the steering wheel. Power takes a little getting used to when pushing on around windy roads, can get quite a bit of torque steer from rear wheels. Sometimes a little boring to drive as fairly predictable.

What's it like to park?

No problem with front and rear parking sensors, might have been a little awkward without both.

Have you had any problems with the car?

A few little niggles, mainly little rattles within dash and rear suspension. Windscreen replaced due to crack and alloy wheels are very easy to scuff badly even with the slightest of scrapes.

What's most practical about your car?

The convenience of automatic, the front and rear parking sensors make it very easy to park.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Automatic wing mirrors, SD Card slot, Bluetooth telephony.