View Poll Results: Would you buy c230K again?
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Yes, only because of the brand name
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No
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14.29%
No, only because I think they are unreliable
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Would you buy c230K again?
#4
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Originally posted by Pweb
So it doesn't bother you that others are saying that their cars (or better yet, all MB) are unreliable?
So it doesn't bother you that others are saying that their cars (or better yet, all MB) are unreliable?
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No, seriously, I do love my ccoupe. It does seem like some people have unreasonable expectations of it being Honda-like in reliability (obviously not) or WRX fast (ditto).
It's a fun, practical cruiser, and anyone wanting anything else should probably look elsewhere. Having said all that, though, this will probably be my last MB; I've got a hankerin' for a Saab before GM sucks the life out of them. Just hoping for a hatch on the new 9-3 eventually.
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Just because it's an unreliable POS doesn't mean I don't like the car, it's great and the loaners are even better. Not too many dealers around me with as good a service including the free cookies and car washes. I would be hesitant in getting a 1.8L until it's been out for a while.
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My car isn't unrelieable nor a POS, so I have no reason NOT to buy another. You'll find the same complaints on message boards for Honda, Toyota, etc. If I wanted a squeeky, rattley, cheaply built box with 4 wheels attached, I'd get another Honda or Toyota (already have one).
And I don't get free cookies and car washes (at least...I don't think...?)
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My car isn't unrelieable nor a POS, so I have no reason NOT to buy another. You'll find the same complaints on message boards for Honda, Toyota, etc. If I wanted a squeeky, rattley, cheaply built box with 4 wheels attached, I'd get another Honda or Toyota (already have one).
And I don't get free cookies and car washes (at least...I don't think...?)
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Originally posted by avlis
My car isn't unrelieable nor a POS, so I have no reason NOT to buy another. You'll find the same complaints on message boards for Honda, Toyota, etc. If I wanted a squeeky, rattley, cheaply built box with 4 wheels attached, I'd get another Honda or Toyota (already have one).
And I don't get free cookies and car washes (at least...I don't think...?)
My car isn't unrelieable nor a POS, so I have no reason NOT to buy another. You'll find the same complaints on message boards for Honda, Toyota, etc. If I wanted a squeeky, rattley, cheaply built box with 4 wheels attached, I'd get another Honda or Toyota (already have one).
And I don't get free cookies and car washes (at least...I don't think...?)
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Unreliable? I've been reading through the postings and haven't read too much that wouldn't surprise me on any car, thus why I am currently in the process of getting my own 2003 C230K.
Plus MB service seems to be many times better, I first looked at Nissan and their service is... well... not great to be nice. Driving a loaner that is an upgrade from the C230K, even if it is only a C240, is a definite plus. If I took a Maxima in, I'd probably end up with a Sentra XE!
Plus there's something to be said just about having the glamour of driving a MB instead of a RSX, WRX, its closest competitors, without having the "old man" image attached by going with Saab (sorry, Saab is a great car, and eventually I want one, just doesn't have the young appeal the C230, RXS, and WRX have to us 20-somethings).
Although I think everyone of Buellwinkle's posts mention something bad, thus I don't really understand why he still has the car and hasn't complained to the point to get rid of it yet... maybe deep down he actually likes the C230K and its not that bad. ;-)
Plus MB service seems to be many times better, I first looked at Nissan and their service is... well... not great to be nice. Driving a loaner that is an upgrade from the C230K, even if it is only a C240, is a definite plus. If I took a Maxima in, I'd probably end up with a Sentra XE!
Plus there's something to be said just about having the glamour of driving a MB instead of a RSX, WRX, its closest competitors, without having the "old man" image attached by going with Saab (sorry, Saab is a great car, and eventually I want one, just doesn't have the young appeal the C230, RXS, and WRX have to us 20-somethings).
Although I think everyone of Buellwinkle's posts mention something bad, thus I don't really understand why he still has the car and hasn't complained to the point to get rid of it yet... maybe deep down he actually likes the C230K and its not that bad. ;-)
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Originally posted by taylor192
Although I think everyone of Buellwinkle's posts mention something bad, thus I don't really understand why he still has the car and hasn't complained to the point to get rid of it yet... maybe deep down he actually likes the C230K and its not that bad. ;-)
Although I think everyone of Buellwinkle's posts mention something bad, thus I don't really understand why he still has the car and hasn't complained to the point to get rid of it yet... maybe deep down he actually likes the C230K and its not that bad. ;-)
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Sure, make me hungry just after I get back from lunch. Once in a while they have these wonderful brownies drizzled in caramel and chocolate. Maybe I should get a Honda so I can lose weight.
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Originally posted by taylor192
Although I think everyone of Buellwinkle's posts mention something bad, thus I don't really understand why he still has the car and hasn't complained to the point to get rid of it yet... maybe deep down he actually likes the C230K and its not that bad. ;-)
Although I think everyone of Buellwinkle's posts mention something bad, thus I don't really understand why he still has the car and hasn't complained to the point to get rid of it yet... maybe deep down he actually likes the C230K and its not that bad. ;-)
As far as quality and reliability, I think that MBs are pretty good. I know that there are some people that have had problems on this board, but overall, I think most have not. The JD Powers (I think that was the company) survey had them ranked well above average on reliability, although they were down from where they had been in years past. Number 12 I think.
You take a chance with any kind of a car you buy. A co-worker of mine just traded in his Honda Accord after a year because it had been in the shop too many times for different problems. I myself have had many problems with a Ford that I once owned. I was glad to finally get rid of that car. I have known 3 other people that have had Ford cars which ended up having big problems. One ended up going through the Lemon Law process, and the other two just opted to get rid of them on their own.
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Originally posted by revstriker
If you want true answers on the reliability and quality of MBs, I would say that you need to just ignore Buellwinkle's rambles. It is clear that he is just sounding off to get on people's nerves.
If you want true answers on the reliability and quality of MBs, I would say that you need to just ignore Buellwinkle's rambles. It is clear that he is just sounding off to get on people's nerves.
I would buy a non-Mercedes car from my MB dealer just for the free car washes and those incredible brownies. Yes, they wash non-mercedes too as long as you bought it there.
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Yes, if I had it to do over again now, no I won't buy another one after this one I doubt. I'll need a bit more space, something that my clubs can fit in w/o having to fold a seat! I don't see myself in another MB after this one either, I think they're nice but just cost more than they should. I'm an admitted value/performance/utility buyer and I think its tough to find that in the MB stable minus the coupe and arguably C32 right now IMO, and even the coupe's value has decreased via the smaller engine and the mirrors (which I love) are optioned off. But right now I'm thinking it'll be G35, and I'm sure that will change countless times before I'm ready to trade (which will be shortly before or after I run through the warranty I think.) Overall I'm very pleased- almost 10k and no real problems to speak of. Yes the steering wheel button is cracked, and the driver belt still puts undue pressure on the collar bone after 1 visit, and now my driver window makes about 3 of those ticking sounds when using the express up. Nitpicking aside, the car's been fun, lived up to if not exceeded my expectations, and I must say that coming from 3 straight Toyotas prior to this car, now I know what brakes should feel like/are able to do.
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and even the coupe's value has decreased via the smaller engine and the mirrors (which I love) are optioned off.
and even the coupe's value has decreased via the smaller engine and the mirrors (which I love) are optioned off.
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No, I'm referring to their auto dimming qualities. From what mbusa.com says they will only be available w/C2 (roof) package, this wouldn't make non roof fans (there are some aside from me) rather irked, maybe you can get them a la carte but it still means less value.
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Yes... Love the Benz. I bought a black '02 C230K coupe (with C5, Auto & CD ) for my son on his graduation from college. Sweet ride... I love to drive it when he lets me. It is everything a Benz should be... including the stereo system ! I have yet to figure out why all of the complaints about the stereo. His kicks a*# ! Perhaps folks just don't know how to set it up or listen to the wrong type music! Love the Bose !
This is the 5th MB I've purchased over the past 16 years. As far as I'm concerned, there is not another brand I would consider because of the overall safety and value of the product line. My 91 300 D Turbo now has 205,000 mi. and the 190 D has 189,000 mi. Both still look and drive like new.
The C230k is a blast to drive .... what a value !
This is the 5th MB I've purchased over the past 16 years. As far as I'm concerned, there is not another brand I would consider because of the overall safety and value of the product line. My 91 300 D Turbo now has 205,000 mi. and the 190 D has 189,000 mi. Both still look and drive like new.
The C230k is a blast to drive .... what a value !
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i would definitly buy another C230k again. I am almost 100% sure i wont just because i like to change cars. But there would be nothing to stop me but that. I have never had one problem with the car at all. Its never even seen the service dep. yet. ![Big Grin](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/biggrin.gif)
i know already that when i get rid of it i will miss it.![Frown](https://mbworld.org/forums/images/smilies/frown.gif)
with the 12 mercedes ever owned in my household we never had one serious problem with one.
I will always own a mercedes. Or 2
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i know already that when i get rid of it i will miss it.
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with the 12 mercedes ever owned in my household we never had one serious problem with one.
I will always own a mercedes. Or 2
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Re: another c230 K ? yes !
Originally posted by Ted
I bought a black '02 C230K coupe (with C5, Auto & CD ) for my son on his graduation from college.
I bought a black '02 C230K coupe (with C5, Auto & CD ) for my son on his graduation from college.
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