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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    Stylish

    What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

    Sporty design. Looks powerful

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Possibly

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Mercedes E Class

  • Buying experience

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Franchise

    Did you buy this car new?

    No

    What price did you pay?

    £23,000

    When did you buy the car?

    January 2009

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Ok. Part exchange a 2001 C240 Avantgarde Auto

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    What was the dealer like?

    Did negotiate, but I should have been more determined to stick with a higher Part X value

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Responsive but hard ride in comparison with my previuos C240.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy

  • Living with it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    Wheel Nuts rusted. Changed without a problem as still in warranty

    What's most practical about your car?

    Size

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    Flappy paddle