Hi folks. I'm new to the forum and this is my first post.
First off I know absolutely nothing about cars and so if you could bear that in mind and make any replies idiot proof I'd be most grateful Also I currently own a Skoda so no jokes at my expense please
I'm looking to buy a second hand Mercedes diesel automatic and hope to get the model most likely to last for a long time. I'm a bit worried having read about issues some models seem to be having re reliability. This was disappointing as I've always believed Mercs were noted for their robust build and integrity.
Anyway I mailed someone for help and he advised me to avoid all models with piezoelectric fuel injectors. I don't know what models have these though. I am wondering if this is the "Blue Efficiency" range. Is this right?
I'm looking at something like a C220 CDI SE saloon, probably around 3 or 4 years old or perhaps an E220 CDI Avantgarde saloon of similar age.
If I avoid the "Blue Efficiency" range is reliability of these models pretty good?
Thanks for your help in advance.
Willie
First off I know absolutely nothing about cars and so if you could bear that in mind and make any replies idiot proof I'd be most grateful Also I currently own a Skoda so no jokes at my expense please
I'm looking to buy a second hand Mercedes diesel automatic and hope to get the model most likely to last for a long time. I'm a bit worried having read about issues some models seem to be having re reliability. This was disappointing as I've always believed Mercs were noted for their robust build and integrity.
Anyway I mailed someone for help and he advised me to avoid all models with piezoelectric fuel injectors. I don't know what models have these though. I am wondering if this is the "Blue Efficiency" range. Is this right?
I'm looking at something like a C220 CDI SE saloon, probably around 3 or 4 years old or perhaps an E220 CDI Avantgarde saloon of similar age.
If I avoid the "Blue Efficiency" range is reliability of these models pretty good?
Thanks for your help in advance.
Willie