Used 1999 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C280 4dr Sedan Consumer Reviews
Used C-Class for sale
Is there anything bad?
MBRob, 07/24/2006
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C280 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I received my first Mercedes upon turning 16. It was a hand-me-down 190E with 197k,but I was hooked on Benz from then on.Before starting college, my parents surprised me with a 99' C280.It had just over 70k so it was just getting started. After having for almost 2 years,and 50k miles I still love it. Mercedes has outdone themselves. The horsepower seemed a little small until you drive the car. It is fast! It really seems to have everything a car could need! Besides a couple small quirks, broken cupholder(surprise) and failed wiper motor, I have had no problems.Services are a little pricey, but people who complain about that had to have known that beforehand. Good gas mileage too. Way to go MB!
Very reliable with occasional repairs
Bmanmx6, Bartlett, NH, 03/03/2020
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C280 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
1999 is one of the best years for this model. I have clocked 307k miles so far. It is very susceptible to rust and rust bubbles on the doors, not so much underneath. The parts are fairly expensive, you never want to put cheap parts on it, it wont run right. The blower motors dont last and the mono wiper needs a lot of attention to keep it working. I hit a deer with it going 35 and all it did was put a tiny dent in the hood and broke the headlight bezel. Its a rugged car regardless.
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Had to downsize
keoki, 04/22/2006
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C280 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Previously owned an "S" class and had to downsize. The feel is still MB! Solid as a rock and good handling to boot. I can't figure out why anyone would buy a vehicle that "looks" like a Benz, when you can actually own one without breaking the bank. I purchased this vehicle used but in mint condition. I had the finish "clay- barred" by a local detail shop and the finish looks like a mirror. If you are not a 'lead foot' (easy to do) you will get 30mpg. When you drive this vehicle hard, it acts like it really wants to rock hard! This is a keeper.
C280 sport
tuna, 07/30/2003
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C280 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this vehicle used with 31k miles and have driven it about 10k since. It is fun to drive, looks good, and is very comfortable for trips. It has enough power for nearly any demand, although I have to admit I have fantasized about a C43. It is an exceptional highway car, moving easily from 60 to 90 MPH.
I Love My Baby!
Christine, 02/02/2005
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C280 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have put 25,000 miles on my car in less than a year and have not had one problem. It has been on a 2,000 mile round trip to Key West effortlessly. I have taken it to the Mountains , had my camping gear in the trunk. This car has seen it all. This is my 4th Mercedes and I have nothing but praise for the 3 point star. Solid as a Rock.