Mercedes-Benz C-Class Saloon (2000 - 2007) C200 CDI Elegance SE 4d (04) (2005/55) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Getting old and reliable
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Like its 'presence'
Would you buy this car again and why?
Bigger engine next time; maybe a coupe too as saloon a bit staid
What are you likely to buy next?
BMW 3 series coupe for the looks
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£17,000
When did you buy the car?
August 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
Low mileage and on lady owner with a very brief 2nd owner
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Elegant by name and by looks
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Heavy but that can be reassuring. Under-powered at times
What's it like to park?
Cumbersome, but I'm poor at reverse parking.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Driver door window rattles from time to time - disappointing in a a Merc
What's most practical about your car?
Eats up motorway miles at good mpg
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Steering wheel electronic controls