Traded in.
Thread Starter
Super Member
Joined: Aug 2009
Posts: 868
Likes: 0
From: Orlando, FL
C240
Traded in.
Hey all. I recently traded in my 2002 C240 because of engine issues, and I have yet to be hit with the electrical issues. Multiple oil leaks and expensive parts are not something I can handle while still in school.
Therefore, I chose the reliable and safe 2011 Camry LE to get through college with at a little over $22,000 OTD. Gave me $7,500 for my Benz.
This forum is one of the most helpful forums around, and the traffic rate is decent.
I will be sure to hang around. Especially since we have one of these puppies chillin' out in the garage:
Cheers!
Therefore, I chose the reliable and safe 2011 Camry LE to get through college with at a little over $22,000 OTD. Gave me $7,500 for my Benz.
This forum is one of the most helpful forums around, and the traffic rate is decent.
I will be sure to hang around. Especially since we have one of these puppies chillin' out in the garage: Cheers!
Out Of Control!!
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 10,067
Likes: 11
From: Westwood, NJ
2004 Civic Si. FWD for the Win!
I hear those cars are so nice, they almost drive themselves. 
Not what my choice would have been (Mini S, Civic Si, Miata), but at least it will be reliable so that you can concentrate on school, beer bongs, etc.
Good luck with it.
Not what my choice would have been (Mini S, Civic Si, Miata), but at least it will be reliable so that you can concentrate on school, beer bongs, etc.
Good luck with it.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: May 2009
Posts: 1,101
Likes: 5
From: Toronto, NYC
2002 Mercedes Benz C230 Coupe
Damn! Another W203 gone.
Gluck with the Camry man.
When you get a chance though, can you post some details about the issues you were seeing that made you give her in?
Gluck with the Camry man.
When you get a chance though, can you post some details about the issues you were seeing that made you give her in?
Super Member
Joined: May 2009
Posts: 818
Likes: 3
From: Atlanta, GA
'02 C230 Coupe (Me) '03 SLK320 6MT (Wife)
Although I can understand the desire to find the solution to the problem with the 240 for the sake of finding the solution. However, I think you have made the smart choice. New, with a warranty means that you can go through school without significant unexpected expenses or worries. That way you can concentrate on school, not on worrying about the car.
Congratulations on the new ride. It is probably not much of a step down from the '02 240 as far as creature comforts and ride in any case.
Oh yeah, feel free to pop back on and post pics of some chicks with your new ride!!!
That will make sure we look at the car....
Congratulations on the new ride. It is probably not much of a step down from the '02 240 as far as creature comforts and ride in any case.
Oh yeah, feel free to pop back on and post pics of some chicks with your new ride!!!
That will make sure we look at the car....
Trending Topics
Junior Member
Joined: Mar 2008
Posts: 60
Likes: 0
2001 C240
Good luck with your new Camry. I recently purchased a 2010 Toyota Yaris Hatchback. A very nice car to drive around the city in stop and go traffic. I still have my 2001 C240 which I plan to keep for a while. I have been also lucky in that I have no engine or real major electronic problems so far, other than the stepper motor and the front SAM going bad. Maybe one bushing as I recall.Even basic maintenance is expensive on these cars unles you do it yourself and search through the internet to find the cheapest parts. These cars are appropriate for someone like me in his late forty's, no mortgage, no family obligations, no car payments, a fairly decent paying government job; other than that I would have sold the car a long time ago.
Oh and the car was bought new by my mother, who still prefers to drive her 1990 Toyota Celica ST or my new Yaris over the C240.
Oh and the car was bought new by my mother, who still prefers to drive her 1990 Toyota Celica ST or my new Yaris over the C240.
MB World Stories
The Best of Mercedes & AMG
6 Mercedes Models That Did NOT Age Well (But Are Somehow Still Cool)
Verdad Gallardo
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren
Verdad Gallardo
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine
Verdad Gallardo
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction
Verdad Gallardo
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping
Verdad Gallardo
Thread Starter
Super Member
Joined: Aug 2009
Posts: 868
Likes: 0
From: Orlando, FL
C240
Thanks everyone. I got a free tint and an extra three years of free oil changes on top of two years of free maintenance from any Toyota dealer, for free. Toyota is pretty desperate for business after their recent incidents!
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 1,545
Likes: 0
From: Saint Augustine, FL
1999 CLK320 (sold), 2007 C230 SS (gone), 2000 Grand Marquis, 2011 CR-Z, stay tuned...
Lane, enjoy the new car!
Super Moderator
Joined: Jun 2008
Posts: 19,942
Likes: 192
From: Llandudno, Cape Town, South Africa
late 2009 CLK 350 Coupe Elegance, '65 Jaguar S Type wires
Hey lane - congratulations on the new car. For a good reliable ride you won't be sorry. My sisters kid I told you about in Vancouver has had zero hassles with his.
Stay in touch on the forum. I know there will be another Benz in your life after school. Sorry we did not win with the 240.
Stay in touch on the forum. I know there will be another Benz in your life after school. Sorry we did not win with the 240.
Super Moderator
Joined: Jun 2008
Posts: 19,942
Likes: 192
From: Llandudno, Cape Town, South Africa
late 2009 CLK 350 Coupe Elegance, '65 Jaguar S Type wires
My car is approaching 7 years old.
Only repairs:
2 X front castor bushes - under warranty - known problem
1 X tranny plug washer to stop an oil weep.
1 X right rear stop lamp a week ago.
Great car!
Thread Starter
Super Member
Joined: Aug 2009
Posts: 868
Likes: 0
From: Orlando, FL
C240
Thanks everyone! Don't sweat it, Glyn. We tried! Besides, it's the MB dealership's problem, now! Toyota sent my C240 to the nearby sister dealership, MB of Orlando. They can have fun running all the compression tests they want, along with changing the coil packs and wires, while sealing my oil leaks. Not my issue.
I'll be right here. It's not like there's a kickass Camry forum around here.
hahaha.
The camry was definitely not my first choice. My parents let me have it my way with my first car, and I lost more than half the value of the C240. This time around, I was to get a car that was: roomy, safe, and reliable, all while being affordable at the same time. I can't complain, though, very comfortable car.
I'll be right here. It's not like there's a kickass Camry forum around here.
hahaha.The camry was definitely not my first choice. My parents let me have it my way with my first car, and I lost more than half the value of the C240. This time around, I was to get a car that was: roomy, safe, and reliable, all while being affordable at the same time. I can't complain, though, very comfortable car.
Last edited by laneshift; Aug 12, 2010 at 10:13 PM.
Thread Starter
Super Member
Joined: Aug 2009
Posts: 868
Likes: 0
From: Orlando, FL
C240
Factory tint, alloy wheels. Many things that came stock surprised me, like the hydraulic hood lift, projectors, and the aux port, which I am digging very much. I didn't even have a cd player in the c240. :/
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 8,384
Likes: 800
2019 G70 6MT & 2022 Ford Maverick XL
Lane your Camry should also have knee airbags. Sorry, but this is a step up guys - not down, even though I'm assuming it's an LE I4. A new car just feels, well, new. And even the most obsessive care of a car with some years under its belt can't replicate the solid and tight feel of a brand new one.
A Camry's a good car (better than an 02 C240 in every single way, IMO) and will give you plenty of very good, safe, reliable years. You made the right decision.
A Camry's a good car (better than an 02 C240 in every single way, IMO) and will give you plenty of very good, safe, reliable years. You made the right decision.
Last edited by LILBENZ230; Aug 13, 2010 at 12:12 AM.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 1,091
Likes: 0
From: San Diego, California
2003 C230 Kompressor Coupe, 2003 E320, 2003 Chevy Corvette Z06
Sorry to hear about the benz, the Camry is clean though
Good luck with the studies and hopefully you can come out and be driving something better 
Good luck with the studies and hopefully you can come out and be driving something better
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 5,034
Likes: 6
From: Corona, CA
03 g35 coupe...........02 c32 Sold
congrats on the new ride. I know i couldnt make the jump. My sis has the same generation camry and it feels like a giant go kart when i drive it compared to the c32.
