Mercedes-Benz C-Class Saloon C220 D Elegance 4d Auto (1995/M) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Cheaper than new cars and still feels new with all the equipment included.
Costs
Cheap to buy and run, (its a myth that they are expensive) as nothing really goes wrong with these. General servicing is the same as other cars. Insurance group 11, same as Mondeo/Vectra.
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On the road
Driving
Being an auto you don't feel like you are in complete control.
Performance
This car is slow compared to petrol, due to the lack of a turbo.
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Living with it
Reliability
Nothing really goes wrong with these, if air bag warning light stays on longer than 5 seconds airbag needs replacing, though specialist breakers are the best option.
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The 3 pointed star is all that you need. Forget keeping up with the Jones and buying new cars on finance, buy one of these with cash.
Comfort
Opt for a model with air con, as this ensures complete comfort, rear passengers are treated like royalty.
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Security and Service
Security
Opt for automatic as the car cannot be moved without the key. If you can find one with factory fitted alarm then the cars become cat1, meaning cheaper insurance.
Service
Depends if you speak to the right person, as long as they seem happy you should get a good service. Get a miserable git and expect poor service.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Change the glow plugs every 40,000.
Other
Instrument cluster is known to have faults, temperature gauge has a mind of its own, a tap on the dash usually corrects, speedo may get stuck at less than 10mph.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
Yes
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes