Things to look out for in a C220 2010
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Things to look out for in a C220 2010
Hello everyone,
I am looking at buying a used 2010 (or slightly later) C220 for my next car - I want something refined, comfortable on the road, economical but with some power, and a couple of mod cons like bluetooth to play music.
What are some things I should look out for? I've bought a few cars before but only cheaper ones, I'm looking to spend around £4500.
Obviously I will be looking for full service history, no knocks or bangs, every electrical item working as it should, and to get a good 'feel' from the seller.
My current car is a Skoda Fabia, which has cost me £4000 in maintenance over two and a half years, and needs another £500 spending on an A/C condenser. It has a rough ride and is getting on in years with some rust starting to show. I know Mercedes are 'known' to be reliable, although so are Skodas, and I have seen a couple of Mercs in my price range which have had new gearboxes (!!) which isn't something I want to happen to me
Anything you can think of which I should look out for (common faults etc) would be really appreciated!
I am in the UK, if this is pertinent
I am looking at buying a used 2010 (or slightly later) C220 for my next car - I want something refined, comfortable on the road, economical but with some power, and a couple of mod cons like bluetooth to play music.
What are some things I should look out for? I've bought a few cars before but only cheaper ones, I'm looking to spend around £4500.
Obviously I will be looking for full service history, no knocks or bangs, every electrical item working as it should, and to get a good 'feel' from the seller.
My current car is a Skoda Fabia, which has cost me £4000 in maintenance over two and a half years, and needs another £500 spending on an A/C condenser. It has a rough ride and is getting on in years with some rust starting to show. I know Mercedes are 'known' to be reliable, although so are Skodas, and I have seen a couple of Mercs in my price range which have had new gearboxes (!!) which isn't something I want to happen to me
Anything you can think of which I should look out for (common faults etc) would be really appreciated!
I am in the UK, if this is pertinent
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Get a scanner and take it with you! Since you don't already own a Mercedes, I recommend a multi-vehicle scanner (NOT a generic OBDII scanner). BlueDriver is an excellent choice to scan all the modules in the car, not just the engine.
Kinda pricey in the UK, but not if it keeps you from buying a headache. And it will scan most brands of cars, so if you look at another brand, you can still use it.
Kinda pricey in the UK, but not if it keeps you from buying a headache. And it will scan most brands of cars, so if you look at another brand, you can still use it.
