Soo...How are the trannies in these car? Reliable? buying a used c240
02-27-2011, 04:49 PM
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Soo...How are the trannies in these car? Reliable? buying a used c240
I had another thread about wanting to purchase a used c240. So I think I have found a great deal on a 2005 c240, only asking $10,500. It currently has 87k miles and it it the 1.8 with an auto trans.
My main concern is wether not the trans in these cars are reliabel, I am coming from a BMW where they are questionable at best!
So once/if I get this car I'll do a flush/filter change, but i need this car to last another 50-60k miles ATLEAST! You guys think it will go that long without major problems as long as it has been decently upkept? Thank in advance guys!
Here's the posting: http://honolulu.craigslist.org/oah/ctd/2237495016.html
My main concern is wether not the trans in these cars are reliabel, I am coming from a BMW where they are questionable at best!
So once/if I get this car I'll do a flush/filter change, but i need this car to last another 50-60k miles ATLEAST! You guys think it will go that long without major problems as long as it has been decently upkept? Thank in advance guys!
Here's the posting: http://honolulu.craigslist.org/oah/ctd/2237495016.html
02-27-2011, 05:16 PM
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2005 - C230!
The 722.6 auto box is tried & proven & robust. It will do huge mileage if serviced every 39K miles
The 722.6 auto box is tried & proven & robust. It will do huge mileage if serviced every 39K miles
02-27-2011, 05:30 PM
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People dont seem to have too many issues with those trannies if serviced. But that car is a c230 with the supercharged 1.8 engine aka M271. Check it for leaking cam sensor and all that jazz. Search on here for more info.
02-27-2011, 05:45 PM
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O-ring on the 13-pin electrical connector on the trans is known to leak. It's a well-known and relatively easy and cheap to fix. Other than that, some people have had problems with the conductor plate/valve body - but this is very rare.
The key is, as Glyn said above, regular service.
and is still ok
02-28-2011, 02:22 AM
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Thank you gentlemen for your help! I went ahead and bought it, got what I believe is a decent deal. I'm gonna start a new thread because I have a few questions about it. Thanks again!
