As said in previous posts, I have just bought a C180 Esprit Auto (W202). It is a good example with 133k and FMBSH up to 100k. So far I am totally loving it, not surprising as I had a vintage Clio (gap filling car) before. Obviously being a 16 year old car it has certain problems, these are what I have found so far:
That's about it really, nothing untoward but definitely something to make sure attention is given.
- Central locking not working. No pump in the boot so not surprised there.
- corrosion, boot floor, rear arch and inner wings. work in progress.
- Heater constantly on hot, despite the control setting (dual zone, not climate control). Probably the duo valve?
- Heated rear window not working, although the switch lights up when pressed.
- Electric mirrors not working, fuse ok.
- Gear change lumpy unless going uphill or giving it welly (as much as you can in a 1.8)
- Whine from the back axle between 40 and 50 and when decelerating, on deceleration it is similar to the noise from an overworn brake pad, grinding sound.
That's about it really, nothing untoward but definitely something to make sure attention is given.