Roy Martin

Hi everyone,

First of all let me introduce myself, I am Roy, Indonesian but currently living in Hamburg Germany.

I am planning to buy a car and have been looking around on the local used car websites. I saw this w204 220 CDI with around 87 TKM on the clock. from the picture it looks quite neat. here is the link :

http://ww3.autoscout24.de/classified...s&tierlayer=st


I have been digging initial infos regarding the DPF issues, should I prepare for the worse regarding this DPF issues particularly on that mileage? i read that the replacement cost might hit above 1000 EUR if the DPF faulted. Any alternative beside replacing the faulted DPF to a new one?

Lastly, just quick advise, I know it is not proper to bring in BMW in this forum, but actually i am still devided between the above target and the other one BMW 318 2007, link below:

http://suchen.mobile.de/auto-inserat...paign=Listing#

any replies will be much appreciated. many thanks

Big Daddy

Particle filters are expensive new but if you are worried about expensive parts do not buy a MB.
Second hand parts are available much cheaper than MB asks you to pay

Carsy

G'day Roy,

It is not even run in at 87,000 km so a nice low mileage.

The type of use is important for DPF's ie autobahn driving is much preferred .

Make sure you have a complete service record especially the auto gearbox full drain including the torque convertor. The 5 speed auto is more robust than the 7 speed.

Also make sure there has been no accidents.

An inspection by a competent mechanic would be advisable.

I have a smile on my face every time I drive my 220CDI , even after 7 1/2 years. It has been without issues since coming out of warranty.

Buyer beware , if there are question marks there is plenty more fish in the sea!!

Good luck & let us know how you go.

Roy Martin

Dear Big Daddy and Carsy,

vielen dank for the inputs so far. Unfortunately, when i checked the website again this morning, the car has been sold out

then i will need more time to do another hunting on this w204. I will get back when i have another questions.

reagrds,

Roy Martin

hello there. I finally got my w204. Paid it yesterday and will have to register for my license plate. hopefully tomorrow i can start to drive it.

It's a 2008 built c 180 kompressor with 93 TKM on the ODO.

Carsy

I hope you have a long trouble free run.

Keep the services up .