Mercedes-Benz A-Class (2005 - 2012) A200 Avantgarde SE 3d (2005/05) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Practical, perhaps a little too flashy.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They don't like the rust either.
Would you buy this car again and why?
NOPE...Mercedes sadly seem to have moved a long way from quality that their reputation was built on. The ads should say ''I am Merecedes...pity me ..I am rusting away!".
What are you likely to buy next?
A Ford, SKoda, Kia. BMW, Volve..something that is going to last a long time.
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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?
£7,000
When did you buy the car?
January 2010
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Good MPG.
What was the dealer like?
Reliable, local garage.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
OK
What's it like to park?
Difficult to see where the nose is. Low suspension means care need to be taken to avoid high kerbs.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Car is immaculate internally with average mild on the clock, but there it RUST on welded seems on both doors and tailgate...disgusting...you would not see this on a 6 year old SKODA or FORD!
What's most practical about your car?
Good internal space for compact vehicle.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
None
