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  • Summary

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What does this car say about you?

    My customers often comment on it - I think it comes across as being more expensive than it is. I have had to explain that I got a great deal on the leasing.

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

    Friends like driving around with the hood down.

    Would you buy this car again and why?

    Yes with the 350 CDI engine, not the 220 CDI.

    What are you likely to buy next?

    Haven't decided.

  • Buying experience

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Type of dealer you bought from?

    Didn't buy from a dealer

    Did you buy this car new?

    Yes

    What price did you pay?

    £0

    When did you buy the car?

    August 2011

    Did you get a good deal and why?

    Great deal as Mercedes had several cars in stock without Sat Nav in.

    Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

    Great leasing deal.

    What was the dealer like?

  • Driving it

    4 out of 5 4.0

    What's it like to drive?

    Excellent handling and ride. Manual gearbox is clunky and the 220 CDI engine feels underpowered.

    What's it like to park?

    Easy with sensors and parking guidance.

  • Living with it

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Have you had any problems with the car?

    No, though the start stop function is only available very occasionally.

    What's most practical about your car?

    Folding away the hood holder to get a decent size boot.

    Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

    The Xenon lights that go up/down, look round corners, they just transform night driving.