• Summary

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Quirky

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

    Not as sexy as the SLK

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Definitely - this car represents a very positive and relaxed driving experience.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Not sure.

  • Buying experience

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchise

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £12,800

    When did you buy the car?

    September 2006

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Wanted spacious hatchback

    What was the dealer like?

  • Driving it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Terrific (and my previous car was an SLK). It's easy to drive, very comfortable after five or more hours behind the wheel and above all, it feels safe.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy due to enhanced visibility offered by raised seating position.

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    No problems since purchase

    What's most practical about your car?

    Great load space - I travel a lot with a bicycle in the back and it fits in with ease (Mercedes have a special cycle rack that allows two bikes to stand upright when the rear seats are folded down).

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    I would say that the car itself is the best cycling accessory I have purchased! It has a really good quality sound system