SDR

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Merce...spagenameZWDVW

Been looking for a replacement for my old C43 (long story) and was wondering what anyone might know about this one. I'm in NorCal, so wouldn't be able to see it before bidding. It looks clean aside from the door ding and minor interior issues, but pics rarely tell the whole story.

linuxfoo

just by looking at it, its missing the front fogs and the bumper trim, probably should definately run the carfax, it says thatthere are 24 items listed in the car fax, hopefully it hasn't been in a front end collision. good luck

SDR

Good catch - I didn't even notice that as I skimmed through it. Nor did I catch the "reconstructed title" in the scrolling banner.

I ran the CF report in case anyone may have been tempted to bid:

ALERT! Severe problems (major accidents, fire, flood damage, major odometer problems or lemon history) were reported by a Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) for this 1999 MERCEDES-BENZ C43 (WDBHA33EXXF779132). This vehicle does NOT qualify for the CARFAX Buyback Guarantee.

1. ACCIDENT CHECK

Total Loss Check Severe Accident or Total Loss Event Reported by a DMV
Other Accident Indicators Accident Indicator Reported
2. MILEAGE ACCURACY CHECK

Truth-In-Mileage Check Odometer Problems Reported by a DMV
Odometer Rollback Check No Potential Odometer Rollback Found
Mileage Consistency Check No Inconsistent Odometer Reading Found
3. LEMON CHECK®
No Mfr. Buyback Reported by a DMV
4. OWNERSHIP CHECK

Number of Owners 4 Estimated Owner(s)
Type of Owners Originally Registered as a Personal Vehicle


A few too many failed checkpoints in the report for my taste, but I suppose for someone looking to drive it rather than worry about resale it could end up being a bargain.

linuxfoo

have you checked theautotrader? i saw few for sale around SF area, one even had a HPS super charger 1999 black for 20k, saw a clean 98 for 14k but had high miles. goto autotrader.com and search for used mercedes c43 and for zip code use 94111 and select within 100 mile distance. what is your budget?

feeny

wow, is there anything worse that carfax could have come back with?

steve s

n/k

C43AMG

This car has been listed on Ebay a few times.If you are REALLY....REALLY interested in this car PM a phone number where I can contact you and I'll go look at it for you.It is approximately 20 minutes from my house ( as long as he has it in Mercerville ) and I would contact you upon my arrival at the cars location.Just one thing..........don't waste my time.

SDR

Yeah... I've been watching closely. There are a few, but I'm partial to black or silver and am pretty particular about condition and mileage. I'm talking to someone in SoCal who has what looks to be a very clean 99 in black.
I've seen the one for 14K for months now. It's tempting at that price
Budget is up to 22K for the right car.
The SC'd 99 up here has been through 6 owners and has a mileage inconsistency according to Carfax. I think the mileage issue is the result of an error at the dealer, but the turnover owner-wise seems suspicious.
Here is the mileage portion - you'll see what I mean about a dealer error:

06/30/2000 2,281 Escondido Motors Ltd.
760-745-5000
www.mbescondido.com
Vehicle serviced
Emissions inspection completed
Safety inspection performed


08/31/2000 Dealer Inventory
California
Vehicle sold


08/31/2000 45,634 Escondido Motors Ltd.
760-745-5000
www.mbescondido.com
Vehicle sold


08/31/2000 2,341 California
Motor Vehicle Dept.
San Diego, CA
Odometer reading reported for title
or registration
INCONSISTENT ODOMETER READING

SDR

Much appreciated, but I'll save that favor for another day The salvage title is enough to keep me at bay.
If I find one that isn't close enough for me to view in person I'd certainly be willing to compensate someone to inspect it for me. Very nice of you to offer though!

C43AMG

You're welcome.Thats what this forum is all about, helping each other out.

linuxfoo

yeah, i hear ya just glad to help.

SDR

Maybe someone knows a little more about this one:

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...n&cardist=2067

Carfax is clean if anyone is interested in it. It looks great in the pics. Anyone wanna deliver it to Cali?

e320newbie

that first one looks abused haha,,, beautiful cars tho haha

Substance

AMG package?.....All options?....Only 1500 and few of those 1500 have AMG package?

I am confused. What is he/she talking about?

Either this seller doesnt know anything about this vehicle (didnt do any research either) or he is really trying hard to make ppl believe the car is really special among other C43s. I can see from the pics the car doesnt have the light package( no headlight wipers ) And I have never heard about the rare AMG package on an AMG car lol. (it should be something interirior, i see nothing different outside lol)

but dont get me wrong...all these are for the seller...doesnt know how to introduce the car.....I have nothing to say about the car itself, looks clean.

C43AMG

Price is too high , especially with that mileage.

e320newbie

amg package.... whata stupid *****,,,, the 1500 are the RARE ones! haha and they all have the PACKAGE.... whata douche.... i love how retarded people are.... oh and if ur all wondering why i sound bitter! my FU CKING BUILDING FLOODED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
living conditions in my car are much better than my house! **** UYTNJKS VCIU@#$!@# sry had to vent haha peace yall, im gonna go wash my baby to make me feel better! she always understands!