Mercedes-Benz C-Class Saloon C280 V6 Elegance 4d Auto (5) (1997/R) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Mercs are expensive, but this one feels like it will last forever. Elegance spec is well equipped.This car is money well spent.
Costs
Surprisingly good fuel economy from the V6 engine, around 25 MPG overall, not bad considering the power available.
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On the road
Driving
Slow response to accelerator inputs sometimes. Steering, brakes, handling all excellent.
Performance
There's never enough power of course, but in the real world this car will blitz nearly everthing else.
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Living with it
Reliability
Mercedes build a good car.
Image
The best car in the world.
Comfort
Smooth ride but driver's seat quite flat, needs more side support.
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Security and Service
Security
Feels like sitting in a bank vault.
Service
First class. They even collected the car at no extra charge.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Needed new air mass sensor.
Other
None.
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