Mercedes-Benz C-Class Saloon C220 Elegance 4d (1994/M) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
An over-rated expensive car.
Costs
Reasonable for DIY.
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On the road
Driving
Fairly good.
Performance
Fairly good.
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Living with it
Reliability
2 years of intermittent non-starting. Dealer said it was immobiliser. Fault which it wasn't. Eventually tracked it down to a relay next to the ECU. Water pump went at 45,000 miles. Cat went at 60,000 miles.
Comfort
Comfortable ride (when it goes).
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Security and Service
Security
It hasn't been nicked yet.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Water pump, catalytic converter and slight oil leaks.
Other
Electrical non-start problem that lasted 2 years. Steering box on its way out.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No