Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1998 - 2004) A140 Classic SE 5d (2003/03) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Boring
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Think it's twee.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Out of date.
What are you likely to buy next?
Try A150.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
Yes
What price did you pay?
£0
When did you buy the car?
April 2003
Did you get a good deal and why?
Not particularly good.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Small car with big space (Tardis).
What was the dealer like?
OK if no problems.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Handles surprisingly well - easily passes the 'moose test'. Helped here by unusually low profile tyes, stiff suspension and ESP (a novelty in 2003). On the negative side the car skips over bumps, and transmits shocks to the occupants - mostly absorbed by the good seats.
What's it like to park?
Fairly easy.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nothing major. 40k miles.
What's most practical about your car?
Huge loadspace available with seats removed (warning this is hard work!).
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Removable seats including front passenger (latter optional).
