2002 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Consumer Discussions Page 9

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedans

#5553 of 5553 2002/2003 c320 by rghessel Aug 03, 2002 (11:13 am

Written by: michhala on Aug 03, 2002 00:17 PM

>>My Lexus has been completely, totally >>flawless...but Lexus cars are SOOO dull...so >>I'm looking for something new I drive a beautiful Obsidian Black C320 2001, built in April 2001 and delivered June 01, 2001. It is now at 8700 miles. I originally was going for the CLK but it sat too deep for me, and the car had some blind spots with which I was not happy. I love ... Read More...

2002/2003 c320

Written by: rghessel on Aug 03, 2002 08:13 AM

I've been frantically investigating getting a new car (to replace my Lexus RX300). Been looking at: MB C320 MB CLK 320 (2003) BMW 330 Infiniti G35 amongst others... I'm heavily leaning toward one of the mercedes. But reading the boards on the C-class cars has mee getting a bit paranoid. How bad has the reliability been for these cars (at least as far as it can be extrapolated ... Read More...

Pricing for 2002's

Written by: hansen on Jul 22, 2002 11:19 AM

To silverfox6-sounds like a good deal. Just a comment on the pricing on new Mercedes: When I went to buy my c320 a month ago and I was bargaining with the dealer, he kept saying that due to the new free maintenence, etc, the markup is only 6%. Another one told me 8%. One, if not both, are probably bending the truth. Personally, I think a straight 8-10% off the MSRP, especially ... Read More...

Used C320 impressions

Written by: vpking on Jul 12, 2002 00:10 AM

I just traded my 2002 Honda Accord EX-V6 on a used 2001 C320 with 12,000 miles, 38 months left on warranty. I got rid of the Honda because of atrocious wind and road noise and engine hesistation. There was no way the wind noise could be fixed as the car probably was built to improper tolerances, bad window seals, ect. The Mercedes is like driving in a cocoon. Never knew ... Read More...

My 2 cents to mrkwan

Written by: hansen on Jul 10, 2002 11:13 AM

You may want to consider the 2002 c240 for the following reasons: 1. You will have a new car with a full warranty for 4yrs/50,000 miles.You are at least guaranteed a few years without the visit to the local Mercedes garage, which can get really costly. 2. All maintenence, including breaks, are covered for that period of time. 3. The safety features on the c240 are ... Read More...

Poor radio reception on 2002 C240

Written by: cigarlvr on Jun 22, 2002 00:23 PM

Is anyone having the same trouble I am. I have had the booster replaced and was told this is the best they can do. I loose radio reception from time to time a certain stations. I was told by my dealer and Mercedes that they couldn't do anything. All my other cars have great reception in all the areas that I loose it with this 1 mth old car Read More...

PowerTrip 2002

Written by: merc1 on Jun 12, 2002 00:00 AM

I haven't heard anything about the PowerTrip for 2002, but AMG is having a gulp(!), $850.00 event. My Benz loyaly is going to be truly tested..... M Read More...

C240 Seat Memories, Front Bushings & Loaners

Written by: mmoskoitz on Jun 05, 2002 06:26 AM

Seat Memories: I contacted MB USA via email after reading the previous posts about seat memory loss and drift. I clipped out the technical service bulletin and they instructed me to make an appointment with my dealer and tell the dealer to contact the area service technician. Gregg at Brandywine Mercedes in West Chester Pennsylvania called yesterday and told ... Read More...

2002 c240

Written by: goodwin on Jun 03, 2002 07:39 AM

2 weeks ago i got back from a trip to cape cod, mercedes ran fine at 80-90 mph the whole trip down not one problem, average was 27 mpg for a round trip of 414 miles. the car now has 3,800 miles on it and it is running fine only 1 problem was the outside temp gauge sensor was faulty, it was reading apx 40 degrees off, dealership put a new one 1 in the next day for me. around town ... Read More...

2002 C 230 Kopressor Sportoupé

Written by: 404c on May 31, 2002 11:20 PM

We picked up our C 230 K on last Wednesday - what a superb car! It's like a cathedral inside, such is the quiet and solidity at speed. The torque is unbelievably strong, far better than the C 240s we drove (I still like the C 240, don't get me wrong). Of course, the 2.3 L C 230 develops 30 more lbs-ft 2000 rpm sooner than the C 240, which explains everything. I wish the 4 cylinder ... Read More...