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been lurking and reading several posts on here so here goes currently a Honda CR-V driver but looking to change for something with a bit more luxury! We currently tow. A caravan fully loaded at 1500kg. So thinking about a 2012 or 2013 plate e class estate diesel. Good choice ?

Those considering the C-Class 350e and wanting the £5000 government grant may need to act soon. The government have said that the present grant scheme will be maintained until 50,000 registrations have been reached then new figures apply. Judging by the report below by the limit may soon...

Hi I am thinking of getting a ml270 7 seater. I have never had a mercedes before. I have my eye on a coupe but wondered if you could help me with a couple of queries. Firstly did they do this model in white? secondly after research it is commonly recommended to buy a late model made in...

In a hotel. Alone. 200 miles from home. Boredom sets in. I. Must. Be. Strong. Resist... I love this I can just imagine the telephone conversation with SWMBO later.

Anyone familiar with this car ? Mercedes-Benz CLK 3.2 CLK320 Elegance 2dr Member here perhaps ? Near side alloys look crunched not sure on what specs missing from this to Avantgarde

Hi All First post on here so greetings, I hope someone can shed some light for me. My car is a 2003 C200 and I have a leak from the gearbox pilot bush. I have done quite a bit of research on this and various forums and am aware that this is quite common. Also, replacing the pilot bush...

Hi Im sure this has been covered over and over again but can you help me out and take a look at the link below and give me your thoughts before I go and see it such as price, spec and what to look out for. My choice is an ML or Range Rover Vogue around a 2003 for the same money. I appreciate...

Hello, I am currently looking at at 53 plate CLK 270 Avantgarde. The car in question is on 87000 miles and is totally spotless. I have read about the many horror stories of this Radiator (Valeo) problem and just wondering if there was ever a recall be Mercedes to remedy the problem. If so...

With the news that 16 year old Max Verstappen has been confirmed as Toro Rosso’s new driver for 2015 should there be a lower age limit for F1 drivers? The son of the former F1 driver Jos, he currently competes in the Formula 3 European Championship but will have to wait another 2 years...

An E class diesel Mercedes has been on my hit list for years. Every time I get picked up in a taxi and it's a 280 or 320 I'm in heaven. Anyway, the time is right for me to buy one for my own. What is every ones view on this one? Hopefully going to look at it Friday afternoon. Any tips for...

Hi all, Been looking for something plush and fun to replace my BMW Z3 and have foind a 2003 CLK240 avantgarde which looks stunning in the flesh, saw it yesterday. just looking for any hints, tips and advice on what to look for with these. It's a rare manual one by the way. Thanks and...

Hello folks, I am currently in the market for a C63 AMG saloon. In either black or grey. Do not really fancy red, white or Silver (no offence) I currently have a BMW M3 E92 coupe (manual) which I have owned for just over 2 years now. Time for a change me thinks.... I have test...

Hi all, I'm a vw & bmw man but am considering going Benz! Trying to tie in a deal for a c320 near me car has 46000 miles, on a 53 plate and has full service history, really bad aftermarket wheels and a lovely engine! I know absolutely nothing about Merc's and these cars so any advice is welcomed!

Hi Sorry for yet another "tell me about the CLS compared to car x" but here goes. Im looking to get a newer car in the next few weeks and ive narrowed my search to a CLS, A5 Sportback and an XF. Ive ruled out an A4 and Passat CC. Im looking for a 2009 or 2010 plate. The only deal breaker is it...

I bought an approved used C class 8 weeks ago. It was just under 3 years old when i took ownership. The day after i bought it i told the salesman that 3 of the wheels were showing signs of corrosion. I could also hear a faint knocking from the rear of the car which i presumed was a minor...

Just joined as am looking at replacing my daily driver for a CLS 350 Grand edition in the next few weeks. Cant decide whether to go the official MB rdealer route for the purchase for the warranty or go independent or private and save the 3k lift in price. It will do 20k per year and I dont...

I answered an ad yesterday evening that had been put on Gumtree 6 hrs previously for a highly specced E55. What caught my eye was the fact it was a facelift '54plate, almost every extra and only £6500! I emailed the owner, through Gumtree asking him to confirm the price along with a few other...

Hi, Currently a R35 GT-R owner (5th GTR) but considering the above? Anyone else gone the same route? Dave.

To replace my current daily runabout and have a alternate caravan-towing capability, I've just purchased an 02-plate W211 E320 CDi Avantgarde estate with 144,000 miles on the clock. Comes with new MOT, service and 12-month parts/labour warranty from a non-Mercedes-Benz garage. What are the...

Hi there, just joined up and have been doing my research. Was going to get an older E class estate a couple of months ago but circumstances changed. I am now looking to get a 2010 facelift E class estate with 7 seats. Not many around at the moment but i am going to take my time i think. I...