buying advice

Hi everyone, I’d like to buy a second hand C class (14, 15 or 16 registered), I’ll be appreciate any advice about what do I have to be careful, Thank you

I'm new to the forum and looking to buy my first MB – a petrol CLS350, ideally a facelift model. Budget dictates that it will probably not be any newer than 2008, so what should I look for (good/bad)? There don't seem to be that many around, so I realise I can't be too choosy - however, any...

Hello I'm new here at this great MB enthusiast site I'm undecided which purchase would be the best .I intend to use the Merc for all purpose but most time long distance travel.i've read in the last week's a lot about the w211 from 2003 to 2005/6 and their faults from SBC, leaking airsusp or...

Hi all, I currently have a 2012 W204 (AMG sport petrol CGI) which I really like but with a second child on the way I'm finding it a little on the small side so thinking about upgrading. I found a beautiful W212 for sale: E250 SE 7G-Tronic Plus 4dr 2.0L Petrol 2013 38k mileage Wondered if...

Hi to all that manage to read through this cry for help, hopefully you can steer me right on things. I wondered if you could offer me your vast knowledge and advice on what I should be looking out for when buying a Mercedes E320 CDI 2004 (04) Auto, 139k Miles with full service history. I am...

Hi all, I'm very interested in buying a c250, after driving one and reading lots of reviews - I'm hooked. I've narrowed it down to two cars: 1) 2012 C250 1.8 BlueEFF AMG Sport, 23k (auto) 2) 2010 C250 1.8 CGI BlueEFF Sport 44k (auto) I did a lot of reading RE the cosmetic...

Hi all, I'm very interested in buying a c250, after driving one and reading lots of reviews - I'm hooked. I've narrowed it down to two cars: 1) 2012 C250 1.8 BlueEFF AMG Sport, 23k (auto) 2) 2010 C250 1.8 CGI BlueEFF Sport 44k (auto) I did a little reading RE the cosmetic...

So ladies and gents, as some of you may know I have decided to chop the X Trail in against a W211 estate and have spent the last few weeks looking. Been to see two, both lemons with major SBC problems. I have two lined up to see tomorrow so hands off those on Leics! Anyway, I've found this...

Hello I have been looking at a c220 Cdi 2007 with 80k miles, automatic Price £5.5k Looks very tidy and well looked after. (Is the price about right?) Haven't had mercs in the past onle BMW but they where always newish. Anything I should be aware off? Does Black Death apply to...

We are looking seriously into buying a CLS 350 CDI 2011-14. This is my first car purchase in 10 years following living in cities and no need for a car full time we tended to rent one when we needed it. We love the look of the CLS and think as a younger couple we can live with 4 seats yet...

Hi Folks, Can you share you thoughts about how would you check a used MB before you buy it? I'm planning to buy a used MB C300 Sport 4matic. Dealer provides a very short warranty for it. It also turns out that a car has a damage record - it hits a deer. So, with all this knowledge, how...

https://www.diigo.com/list/grahamperrin/list-2014050319222211 there's a list of cars that I have in mind. Mostly Mercedes-Benz. The list will change over time. Overall preferences at the head of the list, to the left. General comments at the foot. My budget for initial purchase is...

Happy Friday everyone! New joiner, long time SL lover - I was hoping to get some advice from all you very well informed folk. I'm in the market for late 2003 SL500 (7 speed gearbox) with a budget of under £12k. I have to be honest I have fallen in love with this car and my judgement is a...