1987 Mercedes-Benz W123 200 review from South Africa
"Mercedes Benz is and always will be the best car in the world !"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Silencer replaced with stainless steel one.
Alternator rebuild.
Tappet cover gasket replaced.
Front brake pads replaced.
General comments?
Mercedes Benz is and always will be the best car in the world.
This car is the most reliable car I have ever owned.
The build quality of this car is just amazing after 274000km, there is not a single rattle and it is as solid as a rock with no rust, every last feature of the car except the speed control still works after 17 years.
The car is extremely comfortable, and handles excellently. The boot is enormous. It still has it's Becker radio, and the sound quality is excellent. The engine uses almost no oil. It is not too bad on gas about 8 to 10 km/L.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1987 |
| Year of manufacture | 1987 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2000CC 4 cylinder Carb Manual |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 268000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 275000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Morris Mini |
| Date of Entry | 16th November, 2004 |