New Member. S210 320 CDI

[joekaz]

Good Afternoon Everyone!

I have just purchased a 2001 S210 320CDI ready for the arrival of another large dog and also as I am buying a business for which the cavernous interior will come in useful, and neither our Corsa or BMW320d is suitable.

I can't work out the colour (an odd grey/blue metallic) as there is very little paperwork with the car other than MOT and V5.

The car has very little outwardly apparent corrosion and a good check underneath revealed nothing of immediate concern.

Engine and gearbox seem fine as does the ride and general handling, but the brake pedal needs a firmer prod than I am used to, and the rear end feels spongy with a few knocks coming from the rear suspension when driving along.

ANY help, advice or suggestions on the above and ownership in general are more than welcome as I intend on looking after the car in the hope it will look after us in return!

Thanks!

 

[automaniaman]

Welcome, enjoy your new purchase.

 

[abecketts]

welcome, colour is probably tealite blue, we have one, enjoy the purchase

 

[Wheelsnuts]

Hi and welcome.

 

[joekaz]

Thanks for the welcomes!

I hope she looks after us well.

With 206k miles on the clock, is there anything you advise I take a look at immediately?

The brake pipes have been done last month.

Thank!

 

[bob6600]

Obvious one is corrosion on the bodywork. Take the engine cover off and check that no injector seals are leaking (should be clean around them).

Most importantly, if the vehicle has no evidence of an ATF change (they were originally sealed for life) then I would get it done

 

[joekaz]

Thanks Bob.

I appreciate the advice and will check it out straight away!

 

[C Class Al]

Hi welcome aboard

 

[renault12ts]

Check behind the rear bumper, at the side...for rust.

 

[joekaz]

Thanks for that renault12. Should I remove the bumper to do this or can I check without removing?

The parktronic system does not work correctly. As soon as it is engaged, the display says that all sensors are detecting a bump is imminent even when out in free space. Is this going to be an easy (ish) fix for me or should I just go for a cheap DIY kit?

Also the sunroof will retract but then not close again. I'm not bothered but it would be nice for it all to work properly!

Thanks again for your help so far folks. I will act on any advice and let you know how I get on.

I rather suspect this was a bold move for my first foray into MB ownership but needs must. Plus I was swooned by the smoothness and that fantastic windscreen wiper!!! :bannana: