Which Mercedes to get?

[pinball wizard]

Budget up to R500k
C200
C220
C250
I even had a look at a C180 coupe.

So in this price range, they are mostly low mileage or demos fro 2016-late 2017.

What should I be looking our for and what should I keep in mind to ask the dealer?

Thanks friends.

 

[Gtx Gaming]

C250 CDI, nice 500nm of torque!

https://www.gumtree.co.za/a-cars-ba...-c250-amg-line-auto/1002188536200911295629609

AMG line really does look good!

 

[pinball wizard]

To be perfectly honest, out of that list, the diesel is the last one we'd choose...

 

[epah]

Ahhh C250 for sure.

 

[Gtx Gaming]

To be perfectly honest, out of that list, the diesel is the last one we'd choose...

Why?

Diesel is just better, all the torque is available at 2000 rpm and it is cheaper to run.

 

[pinball wizard]

Why?

Diesel is just better, all the torque is available at 2000 rpm and it is cheaper to run.

Yeah, I know, trying to convince the missus is the issue. Maybe if she drives one she'll understand what the fuss is about.

 

[WaxLyrical]

Definitely C200 late 2017 model. Relatively low on fuel with all the bells and whistles.

https://www.autotrader.co.za/used-c...NlZC90cnVlL3BhZ2UvMy9zZWFyY2g&result-index=39

 

[SauRoNZA]

Yeah, I know, trying to convince the missus is the issue. Maybe if she drives one she'll understand what the fuss is about.

She shouldn't ever buy a car she hasn't driven.

 

[Gtx Gaming]

Definitely C200 late 2017 model. Relatively low on fuel with all the bells and whistles.

https://www.autotrader.co.za/used-c...NlZC90cnVlL3BhZ2UvMy9zZWFyY2g&result-index=39

Pity that one has the standard lights, optional led lights really makes difference in the looks department.

 

[The_Traveller]

She shouldn't ever buy a car she hasn't driven.

x2

even when they test drive, and post purchase, they will complain.

Surprised OP didn't give her a guideline .. maybe old age ?

 

[epah]

Definitely C200 late 2017 model. Relatively low on fuel with all the bells and whistles.

https://www.autotrader.co.za/used-c...NlZC90cnVlL3BhZ2UvMy9zZWFyY2g&result-index=39

It looks under specced especially with those halogen lights and non amg line. But nice find

 

[Joeboy69]

C class coupe is beautiful! Can budget stretch a little bit and get into GLC territory?

MERCEDES-BENZ GLC GLC220d 4Matic AMG Line for R 529900 for sale | Auto Trader. https://www.autotrader.co.za/used-c...7aaee664f2ab437b89547bb7ca53199aMERCEDES-BENZ GLC GLC220d 4Matic AMG Line for R 529900 for sale | Auto Trader. https://www.autotrader.co.za/used-c...amg-line-fpa-7aaee664f2ab437b89547bb7ca53199a

 

[bin3]

I think the 180 and the 200 feels a bit heavy: For me the sweet spot is from the 220 onwards

Love my diesel though ...

 

[bromster]

Definitely a diesel variant. Mercedes engineering means that they are still nice and quiet. Once you have that torque, you'll never want a petrol motor again.

 

[kripstoe]

C250.

I've always found the petrol Mercs (smaller capacity, non-AMG) very bland.

 

[unobeat]

Dad has the 220d with AMG body kit with red interior and it looks tops.
I am yet to drive that machine.

 

[pinball wizard]

Well she's flying home today, and we'll go car shopping later in the well. I'll update here.

 

[Corbin]

Update pending ...

 

[FiestaST]

REVIEW: 2019 Mercedes Benz GLC & AMG GLC63 S - CarAdvice

 

[AnQubie]

Any updates?