1989 Mercedes-Benz W124 200 review from South Africa
What things have gone wrong with the car?
260,000 km's - replaced temperature sensor on the engine.
290,000 km's - replaced several rubber hoses on the engine.
300,000 km's - replaced a water pump.
315,000 km's - replace 2 electric window winder units (rear windows).
575,000 km's - replace engine mounts.
635,000 km's - rebuilt the prop shaft.
General comments?
A brilliant motorcar that costs very little to run, is very reliable and is a good performer once you learn to drive the car and use the resources it offers, excellent long range cruiser.
Car still looks good after 10 years of rough service.
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| Still a very good car |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 1989 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1998 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 700000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Nissan Skyline |
| Date of Entry | 22nd September, 2000 |