How many miles or kms have you clocked your W203 ?
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From: Colorado
2003 C230K coupe
After the blizzard Colorado got in December, my little coupe couldn't get out of the driveway, much less serve for anything more than a cute garage ornament =)
But, I got the Blizzak's put on and I was keeping up with SUV's for the rest of the season! 4+" of snow / ice / slush was nothing for those tires.
Just my $00.03 =)
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1959 220S / 1979 230 G / 2002 A210 AMG / 2003 C320 SC / 2004.5 C320 SS / 2005 ML350 SE / 2008 smart
my 2003 C320 SC just hit 40,000 miles TODAY !! (July 16, 2007)
my 2004.5 C320 SS is close to 48,000 miles....
Carlos
Saprissa@aol.com
my 2004.5 C320 SS is close to 48,000 miles....
Carlos
Saprissa@aol.com
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From: BC, Canada
2003 C230K Coupe Orion Blue
2003 C230k Coupe - 62000km.
Car runs fine engine-wise, though quite a few really stupid things have broken (all replaced under warranty, thinking of getting it extended). In terms of minor nuisances, this car has has been in the shop more times than every other car my family has ever owned in the last 20 years.
Things that have broken:
shifter boot (fabric was ripping)
steering wheel buttons (both sides cracked 3 times)
passenger (right) side IR sensor (to open sunroof)
instrument cluster MFD (random faded pixels)
foot dampers for HVAC system (broken linkages)
funky/awful smell in HVAC system - dealer did some kind of treatment
rear hatch handle
key fob casing (cracked along edge of button)
transmission casing - small leak, repaired as per recall
turn signal stalk (wouldn't hold position while turning right)
With that said though, this car is also by far the most fun to drive (every other car we've ever owned was a minivan or full-size sedan)
Car runs fine engine-wise, though quite a few really stupid things have broken (all replaced under warranty, thinking of getting it extended). In terms of minor nuisances, this car has has been in the shop more times than every other car my family has ever owned in the last 20 years.
Things that have broken:
shifter boot (fabric was ripping)
steering wheel buttons (both sides cracked 3 times)
passenger (right) side IR sensor (to open sunroof)
instrument cluster MFD (random faded pixels)
foot dampers for HVAC system (broken linkages)
funky/awful smell in HVAC system - dealer did some kind of treatment
rear hatch handle
key fob casing (cracked along edge of button)
transmission casing - small leak, repaired as per recall
turn signal stalk (wouldn't hold position while turning right)
With that said though, this car is also by far the most fun to drive (every other car we've ever owned was a minivan or full-size sedan)
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84K, no huge problems so far...drive hard everyday. Here's an interesting snapshot of my last trip from Valley Fair Mall (san jose - 280) to my house gate (San Gabriel)...and no, I didn't reset the computer while I was on the fwy.
btw, I had a 1/4 tank left...
And I must further mention not to try this without having this:
Cheers
btw, I had a 1/4 tank left...
And I must further mention not to try this without having this:
Cheers
Last edited by mig888; Jul 17, 2007 at 11:52 AM.
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2005 c230 kompressor sedan
2005 C230k
just turned 66 000 miles
I actually got the car 2nd hand from my father. I love the car and will probably run her till she dies hopefully by then ill be able to afford an amg to trick out
smalls
just turned 66 000 miles
I actually got the car 2nd hand from my father. I love the car and will probably run her till she dies
hopefully by then ill be able to afford an amg to trick outsmalls
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GMC - Miata - Trek - P-Car
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2006 E55 and 2002 E320
84K, no huge problems so far...drive hard everyday. Here's an interesting snapshot of my last trip from Valley Fair Mall (san jose - 280) to my house gate (San Gabriel)...and no, I didn't reset the computer while I was on the fwy.
btw, I had a 1/4 tank left...
And I must further mention not to try this without having this:
Cheers
btw, I had a 1/4 tank left...
And I must further mention not to try this without having this:
Cheers
The best I've gotten:
92 miles
1:33h
59 mph
42.6mpg
Now, the computer is usually a bit too optimistic, so that probably means it really only achieved 40 mpg. Still, I'm not complaining.
This was straight highway driving, with a bit of a sharp uphill (1 mile) and a long gradual downhill (5 miles) and with the cruise control set at 62 mph and engine revs at 2500 rpms. Air conditioning off except for on some downhill portions.
Nice concealed Valentine One hiding back there. Clever!
Last edited by patrick_y; Jul 18, 2007 at 11:46 PM.
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2006 E55 and 2002 E320
Or else, we'd just have to wait for a diesel.
By the way, my 2005 C230 Kompressor was rated 24/32 by EPA. I assume mig888's is the same since it's a similar car.
Last edited by patrick_y; Jul 18, 2007 at 11:46 PM.
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MB's BLUETEC is indeed a viable potential solution to my ingrained fuel consumption ways. Alas, as you well know, our elected and appointed legislators in Sacramento but the kibosh on that attractive and viable alternative.
Okay, I’m just bull****ting with you. The kick in the tail that a 13 second, 155 MPH machine delivers is something I hope I’ll never have to forego. However, between our MB and my work truck, I’m sending the petroleum concerns ~$750 every month.
*edit*
just rolled over 55k
Okay, I’m just bull****ting with you. The kick in the tail that a 13 second, 155 MPH machine delivers is something I hope I’ll never have to forego. However, between our MB and my work truck, I’m sending the petroleum concerns ~$750 every month.
*edit*
just rolled over 55k
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2006 E55 and 2002 E320
MB's BLUETEC in indeed a viable potential solution to my ingrained fuel consumption ways. Alas, as you well know, our elected and appointed legislators in Sacramento but the kibosh on that attractive and viable alternative.
Okay, I’m just bull****ting with you. The kick in the tail that a 13 second, 155 MPH machine delivers is something I hope I’ll never have to forego. However, between our MB and my work truck, I’m sending the petroleum concerns ~$750 every month.
Okay, I’m just bull****ting with you. The kick in the tail that a 13 second, 155 MPH machine delivers is something I hope I’ll never have to forego. However, between our MB and my work truck, I’m sending the petroleum concerns ~$750 every month.
I agree, you can't find anything with "head-into-headrest" acceleration that doesn't have a large fuel bill.
Maybe when you said "trade a few horsepower" maybe you didn't mean to halve it (C230 has 189 hp vs your C32's 349 hp); but perhaps, you should consider a fuel efficient 300 series model.
I assure you, the 300 series models complies well, even when driven aggressively while delivering upon excellent fuel economy. Having an E320 in the household, long distance trips average over 30 mpg when driven at reasonable speeds (65-70 mph).
Would you have any objections to a C30 CDI AMG?
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2002 c240
just bought my 2002 c240 off my pops
has 140,000km
the hood paint is marked up to ****s and a few minor problems that are familiar on this board (rough idle, squeeks, rattles, etc.) but nothing major
has 140,000km
the hood paint is marked up to ****s and a few minor problems that are familiar on this board (rough idle, squeeks, rattles, etc.) but nothing major
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Maybe we should write letters to Mercedes-Benz New Jersey asking for a performance oriented diesel.
I don't have the fuel economy specifications for the C30 CDI AMG, but if I remember correctly, it was a bit high for a diesel. Something like 24/34 mpg ish.
0-62 mph in 6.9 seconds
15 sec quarter mile at 97 mph (a tad bit slow)
230 hp
400 lb/ft torque
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2002 C240
It's apparently a common problem with old Mercedes, that and the MAF sensor. For us, the car just wouldn't start, the ignition would sound right but it wouldn't kick over. The dinky little part (which costs $140 btw and they want to charge you 3 hrs of labor to change it out). The heat expanded it and made it out of alignment? So when the car sat for a while and we tried it again it started fine. I picked up the part and now have to figure out where it is on a C240 and change it out. On the SLK my brother owns, his car would sputter or not know which gear to move to, while he was driving. Basically the part signals your pistons to fire, so when it's outta whack you can imagine the rest.
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c240 elegance
It's apparently a common problem with old Mercedes, that and the MAF sensor. For us, the car just wouldn't start, the ignition would sound right but it wouldn't kick over. The dinky little part (which costs $140 btw and they want to charge you 3 hrs of labor to change it out). The heat expanded it and made it out of alignment? So when the car sat for a while and we tried it again it started fine. I picked up the part and now have to figure out where it is on a C240 and change it out. On the SLK my brother owns, his car would sputter or not know which gear to move to, while he was driving. Basically the part signals your pistons to fire, so when it's outta whack you can imagine the rest.
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‘23 EQS AMG
just sold it saturday at 45,000 miles, give or take. got it Aug 31, 2006 at 29,000 miles. i drove 16,000 miles a shade under a year. WOW 
one thing ill miss most is the steering wheel i bought from Frank for that car
one thing ill miss most is the steering wheel i bought from Frank for that car
