buying

Hi all, long time since I posted, since had to part with my W124 E300D's (Now have company CRV) however I just cannot get the MB thing out of my head and am now planning to buy an R129 SL280 v6 "For my wife". I looked at the bigger engined and newer models of the SL but to be honest they are...

Firstly I would like to say Hi to everyone. Thought I would ask for some advice from other merc owners etc after just having a terrible experience with my local Mercedes Dealers. When basically after ordering and paying a deposit over 6 weeks ago and getting a call off them last week asking...

First of all wanted to say hi for everyone on this forum. I'm looking to buy my first Mercedes, My budget is about £8000. I would prefer 07-08 plate E class. I found loads of info on this forum and other forums about pre-facelift models. Also what should I look for when buying facelift car? Do...

Hi, An ex MB owner thinking about "coming home" and buying a ML about 2006-2009. Probably a 3.2 but maybe bigger, my mileage won't be high. What should I be looking for to avoid wallet-emptying repairs ? 1. It will probably have 100,000 miles on it, is that a problem? 2. Do they feel...

Hi, I am going to view with the intention of buying the car in the link below on Saturday. However although I know a little bit about cars I generally always take someone that is more knowledgable with me but this time no one is available. Can any one give me some tips on things to look for...

HI Guys I'm new to Merc always had BMW's, Today I went to see one C220cdi with 59000 on cloc, I test drove the car it was good, trader had all the paper work , but no service book he said after 2010 Merc never ever issued any Service book it's all online and stored in the key, Is that true...

Hi everyone My car battery has totally died and would not start with jump leads. As I am planning to sell the car I am looking for a cheap battery. I came across this one at Euro Car parts - Lion Battery (Battery 027 3 Year Guarantee): Lion Mercedes-Benz Battery 027 3 Year...

Hi, I am looking at buying a CLK 280 convertible, looking for one around 2005 with around 70k on the clock(I am open to other models/ engines). If some one can give me some tips on things to look out for and any common faults. Also as the car would be around 10 years old is the roof likely...

I am looking at buying a CL, probably the 3G pre facelift CL63 AMG. I was originally looking at a CLS for the extra 2 doors but have convinced myself to go for the coupe after much reading. I bookmarked this on auto trader a couple of weeks ago and it still hasn't sold. I think it's...

Hello All I plan on buying either a 1998 500 or a 1996 600 during this week. From what I have seen and been told, both are in very good condition and prices and mileages are similar. Fuel consumption is not a factor as usage will be extremely low. Can anyone help me out with hints on what to...

Hi everyone, Going to look at a coupe this weekend and have a few questions for you please. Just did a MOT history check and the last MOT had some advisorys as in the pic. I'm not really worried about the shocks as I will be replacing them, but is the cross member being corroded is...

My pride and joy bought last year is my sl320 had two keys both remotes and work perfectly with remotes and of cause starting the car But ! Went to drive the car battery was flat ok so tried the old school way of opening the door only to find keys didn't work, lucky boot was ok with keys so able...

I'm in a bit of a dilemma, I've seen another plate I fancy....actually saw it a year or so ago....and I now have the funds to buy it. But it was cheaper last year! I don't need it, but I would like it as its a good family plate for me and the kids later on. Its for sale on all the big dealer...

Good evening I am not an MB "expert" but having owned a 2001 SL I admire the quality So I am seeking some help please I have come across a 2002 one owner 19000 mile CL600 Black and cream interior Full MB history with a new service and warranty to go with the car CL600 - mad idea ?? Or...

Hi, I'm a lapsed member, returning to MB after a 4 year break...my last was a W124 but I'm now on the hunt for an E500 up to around £7k, which seems to be plenty for a saloon. I'm aware of a vario radiator issues with early models (the sort I'm looking at), but how do I check if the car...

Hi, I'm off to look at a W123 280ce on a W plate today. The car is advertised as top notch. I'll be deciding that for myself but was wondering apart from going over the usual places, where I should be looking in particular on these cars for rust and anything else I should be looking for? Thanks...

Hi All, I'm looking to purchase a 2012 C Class Coupe C220 AMG Sport. It has 42k miles on the clock and it has a few optional extras such as the Comand Sat Nav, Panoramic Sunroof, Harman Kardon sound system, Reverse Camera and a few other bits. Is £16,000 a fair price to pay for a 12 plate C...

Hi all, tomorrow I'll be looking at a 2004 S55k v8 and wanted to know if there is anything to look for when I see it or anything I need to check. For info the car is a 2004 and it's done 107k miles and just had a secondry air intake pump fitted by MB and a health check there which it passed...

Hi, I have heard that E320CDI can go beyond 500k, or even 1m miles and with right maintenance and repairs I suppose it might well be the case. However I have a practical question. If buying a 10 year old E320CDI with the expectation of doing 40k miles (overall not per year) in the next 5 years...

Hopefully this thread will address a lack of decent W221 advice to a new browser, I'm hoping people will add to or criticise what I post: I was the second owner of a W221 S320 at about 55k Miles, with a dealer checkup and warranty. The tyres are lasting about 10,000 a set. 180-240 a tyre...