2003 mercedes c240 with 4 matic
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2003 mercedes c240 with 4 matic
local dealer has a 2003 mercedes c240 4 matic for sale with 90,000km or 55,000 miles.
What kinda problems should I expect if I buy it? Anything big and if so what?
I want something fairly reliable and I do understand the more toys you put in a car, the more problems but don't wanna be going to the mechanic once every 3-4 months either.
If I do get it, expect it to be pimped out
What kinda problems should I expect if I buy it? Anything big and if so what?
I want something fairly reliable and I do understand the more toys you put in a car, the more problems but don't wanna be going to the mechanic once every 3-4 months either.
If I do get it, expect it to be pimped out
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Most of the electrical problems had been sorted by 2003 production. The C240 engine is bullet proof. Good for well over 500,000 Kms
Likely problems
Odd CPS replacement
Coil pack & ignition wires at high mileage.
Front Castor bushes are a known weakness.
Fuel pumps at high mileage
Odd MAF replacement
VALEO radiator leaking coolant into the auto box. If it has a Valeo - swap it for a Behr
Some American models suffer broken door pulls
Make sure it has been serviced to the book. Otherwise a good tough car.
Likely problems
Odd CPS replacement
Coil pack & ignition wires at high mileage.
Front Castor bushes are a known weakness.
Fuel pumps at high mileage
Odd MAF replacement
VALEO radiator leaking coolant into the auto box. If it has a Valeo - swap it for a Behr
Some American models suffer broken door pulls
Make sure it has been serviced to the book. Otherwise a good tough car.
Last edited by Glyn M Ruck; Jan 26, 2009 at 01:00 PM.
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2005 C240 4MATIC, 2020 GLC300 4MATIC
Fortunately my door pull has stayed intact...but every other day or so I just pull it gently...wondering if it will pop off.
I'm freaked out about that one for some reason.
I'm freaked out about that one for some reason.
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2001 C320
Most of the electrical problems had been sorted by 2003 production. The C240 engine is bullet proof. Good for well over 500,000 Kms
Likely problems
Odd CPS replacement
Coil pack & ignition wires at high mileage.
Front Castor bushes are a known weakness.
Fuel pumps at high mileage
Odd MAF replacement
VALEO radiator leaking coolant into the auto box. If it has a Valeo - swap it for a Behr
Some American models suffer broken door pulls
Make sure it has been serviced to the book. Otherwise a good tough car.
Likely problems
Odd CPS replacement
Coil pack & ignition wires at high mileage.
Front Castor bushes are a known weakness.
Fuel pumps at high mileage
Odd MAF replacement
VALEO radiator leaking coolant into the auto box. If it has a Valeo - swap it for a Behr
Some American models suffer broken door pulls
Make sure it has been serviced to the book. Otherwise a good tough car.
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'15 C400, 03' C240, '79 240D
wtf...i expected it to pop back in but then i realized it was broken. I thought those things were supposed to be strong.O well im thinking of using some kind of cement glue compound to glue it back...any thoughts?
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Black 04 C230 Kompressor SS
I had my pasenger side door pull replaced under warranty. I also thought it came unlatched but it just broke, plain & simple.
