1996 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Elegance review from UK and Ireland
"Excellent apart from the paintwork!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The only problem with the E Class is the bodywork. It's a bit disappointing that Mercedes Benz don't galvanise there cars like Audi do. When I bought it, at 7 years old it there already had been a bonnet respray carried out. OK you may expect this in something cheap like a Fiesta, but not in a Mercedes that cost £37000 pounds sterling new!
Over the course over ownership I had both sides re-sprayed and a new wing fitted all due to rust!
Its very common on these models.
Apart from that in over 3 years my only problem was a flat battery! That's it!!
Sailed through 3 annual "MOT" safety tests with zero spend!
At 122K the engine was sweet and as new and the interior showed no signs of wear at all!
General comments?
Excellent well engineered car, smooth, solid and fairly easy on fuel. With good performance to match!
Handles well for its bulk.
Would recommend the e class to anyone for its reliability.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.8 petrol Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 89000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 120000 miles |
| Previous car | Audi A4 |
| Date of Entry | 20th January, 2007 |