Incendiary

I've noticed that a lot of used car buyers on the BMW forum I frequent. I've also noticed some here, but I was wondering about the percentage. So, indulge me, if you will, in this poll. Do you buy your Mercedes new, used, or both?

Guest0001

New. I hate used cars. I Will never buy one. Id rather buy a new Civic.

Incendiary

Yeah, I used to think that way, too. I think by reading about it more online, however, my mind is slowly changing to consider the merits of buying either private party used or CPO/Starmarked from a dealer.

ChrisB

Used from MB dealership, low mileage, eligible for extended factory warrantee.

I would have a great deal of difficulty buying used from an individual or non MB dealership.

RedSLKChic

New, but I would consider pre-owned after I get rid of this, but only certified with a warranty, from a dealer.

Tofi

I bought mine used, Starmark Cert. New cars loose their value as soon as u drive out of the garage.

Chappy

Two times pre-owned (one with Starmark)
One new one.

AMG FANATIC

I bought a C230 Kompressor 1998 used. Last year I bought a C32 new. Both were bought from the same dealership. Both have their advantages. New: you know what you are getting has not been abused or been in an accident. Used: you don't lose as much when selling it later on.

karl k

Bought new and got the MB extended starmarklike deluxe warranty up to 100,000 miles up to 2008.

davis449

Dad bought mine used with 44K on it in 2002 with extended factory and Starmark warranty to 100K/2005. It was an absolute steal and I've had few problems with it. For me, it's Used Certified every time. I can't justify taking the depreciation off the lot when I can get just as good of a car used with a warranty and let someone else take the depreciation.

Big Terry

Used from Dealership, with extended 7-100,000

WhiteTrash

new.
and i'm getting thoroughly hosed in depreciation
thank god i love it

230TErry

Used only, plus if you look hard all the problems will have been rectified by previous owner/s.

black240

i bought mine new, but if its in good condition i would have bought it used as well

Wimbush

I average around 35,000 miles a year. By buying used low mileage vehicles I avoid initial depreciation while also being able to rack up miles and still get a decent resale when it's time to say goodbye. Thus far, I've been very fortunate to have had great used vehicles.