Buying a W202 C-Class

[Tan]

Hi Guys

A friend is looking to buy a C-Class, he wants to spend around £7K, what are your recomendations and are there anythings to look out for?

Regards

Tan

 

[Koolvin]

get a nice C class for that,

things to look out for apart from usual bodywork is

faulty/noisey

waterpump (not too expensive to replace)
CAT (expensive to replace)
Tensioner shock (cheap to replace)

if its a C280 (m104 Engine) then check for signs of headgasketity issues.

will think and post as I remember....

make sure u get extra options such as all electric windows, and aircon/sunroof.

a facelift version would be nice to get also.. bear in mind early W202's never had ASR.

 

[GrahamC230K]

Not much to add.

Def. don't buy without Air Con or Sunroof.

Lots of C180's for that money, but can only recommend at least a C200.

A post '97 would be good.

Check for rust around boot lock, quiet operation of windscreen wiper and electrics in general. There is a relay that controls heated rear window, indicators and a few other key gizmos that is prone to failure.

 

[Koolvin]

Originally posted by Koolvin
headgasketity issues.

never guess what Iv'e got on my mind tonight then? :bannana:

 

[Tan]

 

[Sp!ke]

Had to read it three times to figure what you meant LOL Have fun