What to expect on a B200 Turbo 2007 Manual?
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What to expect on a B200 Turbo 2007 Manual?
Hello,
I already own a Volvo and a benz (ML Diesel 2008). So i'm kind of into european cars. I would like to buy a car for my son, wich he will mostly use for city driving (getting to university). I found a B200 Turbo Manual 2007, with the panoramic/sunroof (I don't know how to call this thing, it's kinda weird
) The car has 76 000 Km. It's for sale at a small dealer. When I did the test drive, AC was not working. Dealer said he repairs it if I buy the car.
The car is listed at 9000$. My question is: Should this be a car that is mostly maintenance free (appart from oil changes and normal maintenance) ? Or should I expect many repairs? What do you think about the price?
Thanks again,
From a new member of MB World
I already own a Volvo and a benz (ML Diesel 2008). So i'm kind of into european cars. I would like to buy a car for my son, wich he will mostly use for city driving (getting to university). I found a B200 Turbo Manual 2007, with the panoramic/sunroof (I don't know how to call this thing, it's kinda weird
) The car has 76 000 Km. It's for sale at a small dealer. When I did the test drive, AC was not working. Dealer said he repairs it if I buy the car. The car is listed at 9000$. My question is: Should this be a car that is mostly maintenance free (appart from oil changes and normal maintenance) ? Or should I expect many repairs? What do you think about the price?
Thanks again,
From a new member of MB World
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I own a 2007 B200 Turbo. I bought it at 50,000 KM and I now have over 120,000 Km. It has been very reliable. The only non maintenance part replaced has been the heater resistor (it controls the fan speeds). It cost $50 from the dealer and took me 10 minutes to replace. Maintenance is not much more than changing the oil and filter every 16000 km and a few other things every second year. It is easy on tires, brakes and is fuel efficient. Car has terrific performance. It absolutely roars up the hills.
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W203 slightly modified
At this point in time
- Air conditioning doesnt work
- Check sunroof seals. If the seals squeak it means that they roof never got used and will probably need to be dismantled and lubricated or the cable will break
- Due for transmission oil change
- Check for brake oil change in history
- Shock absorbers tend to go soft after 5 years
- May need a fresh battery ... check for acid leaks
Personally, I wouldnt touch a car that isnt 100% freshly lubricated and running. All the hidden costs would add up to $3000.
- Air conditioning doesnt work
- Check sunroof seals. If the seals squeak it means that they roof never got used and will probably need to be dismantled and lubricated or the cable will break
- Due for transmission oil change
- Check for brake oil change in history
- Shock absorbers tend to go soft after 5 years
- May need a fresh battery ... check for acid leaks
Personally, I wouldnt touch a car that isnt 100% freshly lubricated and running. All the hidden costs would add up to $3000.
