B200 turbo

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hoppo4.2

Original Poster:

1,531 posts

185 months

Friday 27th November 2015
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I've just agreed to buy one of these site unseen apart from a few pics.

Requires a bit of cosmetic work but all in all should be good.

I can't find much info on them really. It's a 2006 auto.

What should I expect from it?

What kit was standard etc

If it turns out to be nice might keep it for the Mrs

ClassicMercs

1,703 posts

180 months

Friday 27th November 2015
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We missed out on one as the dealer wouldn't let us go and see unless we put down a deposit (refundable). Seemed genuine, but never dealt that way before.

Ended up with a 160 - bit different !!! Had two years now.

Air-con - seems to be a possible issue. Key kit is situated low down behind the bumpers from what I understand - seems to lead to damage / weaknesses. Our 2010 car was re-filled when we got it and the system was almost empty of oil. And the guy had done another similar one the week before.

CVT - needs to have had the oil changed on the button to be safe. Especially on this model.

Older models can also be prone to rust in the lower door seams - not common - but an area to check.

hoppo4.2

Original Poster:

1,531 posts

185 months

Sunday 29th November 2015
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Picked it up today presently surprised gearbox is lovely it's quiet and smooth.

Packed with kit front and rear pdc.
Command not working
Electric seats heated.
Pan roof.

But it's gutless and the engine management light is on so that's the first thing to look at.

va1o

16,029 posts

206 months

Tuesday 1st December 2015
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They are exceptionally rare. Should be a decent little performer once you've got the EML sorted.

hoppo4.2

Original Poster:

1,531 posts

185 months

Tuesday 1st December 2015
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Code check today came back inlet pressure sensor and throttle position implausible.

Also pulled the command unit out today and found it to have 15 coins inside. Fingers crossed it works when put back