2000 Mercedes-Benz C-Class c 230 Kompressor review from North America
"Reliable work horse"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I have had no problems to date with this car. The engine runs like a top. The car is garaged. Regardless of how cold it is, it turns over without hesitation.
The only issue is related to the dealership. The car was flawless in performance until the dealership serviced my car. It makes a noise when I turn the wheels after I had the alignment checked.
I blame the service, NOT the car. The car is a work horse.
General comments?
My car has been extremely reliable and dependable. I purchased it hoping that it would last for a very very long time.
The auto unlock device does not work unless you hold the key next to the door. It is very hard to get the door unlocked. You have to press for a long time before the key unlocks. (It is NOT the battery; I have replaced it for good measure).
Visibility isn't the greatest as you sit low and are surrounded by a sea of large SUVs in the US.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2000 |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 46000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 92000 miles |
| Previous car | Hyundai Santa Fe |
| Date of Entry | 30th March, 2008 |