1986 Mercedes-Benz W124 200T review from UK and Ireland
"A driveable armchair"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Just the usual went wrong. Exhaust, tyres etc. I also put on new discs and pads all round.
It leaked a bit of old, but I just used to get in and drive - it never let me down.
I didn't mind spending a few dollars on it coz it only cost me 500 on a D plate! I sold it for 1700 to pay off a bank loan and bought a BMW 323i auto with full service history and new gearbox from BMW for 550 and it's rapid!!
General comments?
Easy to work on due to brilliant engineering, the 124 chassis is possibly the best built model Merc ever made (just my opinion). It's a totally enjoyable ride. You don't hear or feel the bumps, the seats are well comfortable and the steering solid and safe.
But... It's a bit long and sometimes when you hammer it around tight corners the backend boats out - a bit of opposite lock helps!!!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1986 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 petrol Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
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| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 100000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 115000 miles |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Passat |
| Date of Entry | 4th August, 2000 |