First MB - C350 CDI
Discussion
Hi,
I'm due to pick up my first Mercedes in a weeks time - 2010 W204 C350 CDI with AMG styling. I can't wait!
It's had 1 owner from new and done just over 50,000 miles with full Mercedes service history.
Is there anything I need to look out for or common problems on these that I need to be careful with? It's my first auto car as well so lots of things to get used to, especially as I've made the jump from a BMW E46 330ci
I've been reading up on the various MB forums and got a good idea but these engines seem to be trouble free, unlike the C220 with the injectors issues. Am I wrong?
Thanks
I'm due to pick up my first Mercedes in a weeks time - 2010 W204 C350 CDI with AMG styling. I can't wait!
It's had 1 owner from new and done just over 50,000 miles with full Mercedes service history.
Is there anything I need to look out for or common problems on these that I need to be careful with? It's my first auto car as well so lots of things to get used to, especially as I've made the jump from a BMW E46 330ci
I've been reading up on the various MB forums and got a good idea but these engines seem to be trouble free, unlike the C220 with the injectors issues. Am I wrong?
Thanks
Mine is the 2010 model without the DRL (fogs instead) ans has the indicator lights on the wing mirrors - must have been the facelift model before they realesed the 'new' shape.
I test drove mine and had a look around MB forums and they seem to be regarded highly. As soon as I put a deposit down, I had a look on PH and AutoTrader and there were only 12 others nationwide, with the same spec, mileage and age which says to me that they're reliable and worth keeping. I could be wrong however..
For me, it was the performance and runnings costs that made me go for it. I had a E46 330CI before hand and achieved on a good run 26/27MPG. I'm doing more miles now but didn't want to sacrifice the power, so felt like the best option. For the same money, I had a look at the E90/91 BMW 330d-335d but weren't as well spec'd.
I test drove mine and had a look around MB forums and they seem to be regarded highly. As soon as I put a deposit down, I had a look on PH and AutoTrader and there were only 12 others nationwide, with the same spec, mileage and age which says to me that they're reliable and worth keeping. I could be wrong however..
For me, it was the performance and runnings costs that made me go for it. I had a E46 330CI before hand and achieved on a good run 26/27MPG. I'm doing more miles now but didn't want to sacrifice the power, so felt like the best option. For the same money, I had a look at the E90/91 BMW 330d-335d but weren't as well spec'd.
That's defiantly reassuring. I'll be taking mine down to the local MB garage once I've got it and see if they have any history they can pull up.
It's had full MB service history and loads of electronic print outs rather than the old fashioned stamp in the book. Doesn't look it like it's had anything major a part from filters, oils etc. but I will guess the cambelt (if such a things exsists on these models) will need replacing around 70K.
It's had full MB service history and loads of electronic print outs rather than the old fashioned stamp in the book. Doesn't look it like it's had anything major a part from filters, oils etc. but I will guess the cambelt (if such a things exsists on these models) will need replacing around 70K.
Well I've picked her up today and what a machine so far! Driving back from the garage to my home I averaged 48.7 MPG (A roads and town driving), so well chuffed with that.
It's so easy to drive, 7 speed auto gearbox and can change it to the paddle shifts at any time. It's a great piece of kit and touch wood can see myself owning and driving it for it a while.
It's so easy to drive, 7 speed auto gearbox and can change it to the paddle shifts at any time. It's a great piece of kit and touch wood can see myself owning and driving it for it a while.
Thanks for the messages. Good to see other C350 drivers sharing their experiences.
I can safely say, I have never managed to get 48mpg again! I think it may have been taking it easy on way home from the garage to see what it was like. No I have a better idea of the power, braking and gears, I get an average of 38/9 mpg. This is a combination of mainly motorway and a road driving.
Funny you should mention the light steering wheel as I thought the same. My previous car was a BMW E46 which had a really heavily wheel so wasn't sure if it was me not being used to it.
Taking the car to get tracking/alignment done as it pulls slightly to the left when driving 75/80+. Other than that, really happy with it and no faults so far!
Is the remapping worth it? How can you possibly get more torque than it's already got!!
I can safely say, I have never managed to get 48mpg again! I think it may have been taking it easy on way home from the garage to see what it was like. No I have a better idea of the power, braking and gears, I get an average of 38/9 mpg. This is a combination of mainly motorway and a road driving.
Funny you should mention the light steering wheel as I thought the same. My previous car was a BMW E46 which had a really heavily wheel so wasn't sure if it was me not being used to it.
Taking the car to get tracking/alignment done as it pulls slightly to the left when driving 75/80+. Other than that, really happy with it and no faults so far!
Is the remapping worth it? How can you possibly get more torque than it's already got!!
Sadly yesterday as I was driving to work, some woman hit into the side of the car 
Sorted the insurance out blah blah and then get a call from the Courtesy/Hire Car Company whilst mine is goung in for repairs..
"Sir, our drivers will be with you at 11.30. We have a 2013 C180 Coupe"
The lack of power and torque for the next few weeks will make me miss my C350 even more!
Sorted the insurance out blah blah and then get a call from the Courtesy/Hire Car Company whilst mine is goung in for repairs..
"Sir, our drivers will be with you at 11.30. We have a 2013 C180 Coupe"
The lack of power and torque for the next few weeks will make me miss my C350 even more!
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