190 or 200 series

[pwbaines]

Hello everyone
I am interested in purchasing a 190/200 sesies Merc preferably diesel.
Can anyone offer any advice - what to look for , fuel economy ect., or an alternative model?
Many Thanks
:!: :!: Paul

 

[Matt Crooke]

HI There.

I cant comment on the Diesel variants, however i have owned a 190 2 litre petrol for some time, and they are excellent cars. Very well built with a feel like they will go on forever. Most people you talk to will say the same thing. I have never owned a C class, however as with any newer model they are more refined, more modern inside, however, im only going on what i have read, but they seem to be less reliable and well built than 190's. Thats where the old saying comes from "They dont make em like they used to!" Saying that, please dont take it that the C class are a bad car, as like any MB they are the best!

 

[Bob 2316]

w123

hi
go for the 300 diesel 5 cylinder
my mate Oz the huge plumber has had one for years. he now runs it on a 50/50 mix of pure vegetable oil and mineral diesel oil. runs a treat.

bob

 

[Tony Browne]

Hi .... YES what bob said.....great car .

 

[Legoman]

go for which ever ya fancy , both great cars , there mercedes ya cant go wrong wih either model its just what ever appeals to ya.