c220 diesel buyers guide

[chillin_uk]

hi i wander if you can help me i am new to this forum..i am looking to buy a mercedes c class 220 diesel could anyone please advise me on any tips for buying one of these vehicles....or anything i should look for when buying one..i will be looking to purchase approx 96 plate..any information would be greatly recived thankyou

 

[BarryG]

hi i wander if you can help me i am new to this forum..i am looking to buy a mercedes c class 220 diesel could anyone please advise me on any tips for buying one of these vehicles....or anything i should look for when buying one..i will be looking to purchase approx 96 plate..any information would be greatly recived thankyou

Welcome :smile:
Had a C250 N reg for over 3 months now.
The more mechanical members on the forum will be of great help to you.
Couple of obvious things I would look for are, making sure the exhaust and Cat are ok. Which I did after browsing this forum before becoming a member here.As they can be expensive to replace on top of your purchase.
Oh and no noises on suspension engine Etc.
I was pleasantly surprised how quiet the 250 diesel is in running.
Barry

 

[poseidon]

Hi
I have had my c200D,1996 for two years.

Firstly, do not worry if it pulls to the left. They all do. I paid stearing geometry adjustment but it made no difference.

I had to replace cluch (warped not worn), break pipes (rusted), sump gasket (leaking), glow plugs, ball joints, ventilation controls, ...
Otherwise it is OK. Expect 40mpg.

Pose