Used 2007 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Consumer Reviews
DON'T BUY!
tell_the_truth, 11/18/2013
C280 Luxury 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 7A)
128 of 139 people found this review helpful
I can't believe nobody has mentioned the balance shaft gear failure! This is very common issue in all Mercedes Benz cars that have the M272 engine in it. This is a major issue that costs over 5K to replace and that's if your engine is not destroyed by the metal that goes through your engine as this gear/sprocket fails. Do a little research and see for yourself there are multiple class action lawsuits regarding this matter and since 2010 MB USA fails to accept responsibility and sticks its customers with this huge repair bill! Beware this issue starts with the P0016 together with the P0017 engine code with failure soon to follow! Also shame on Edmunds for not listing such a well known issue!
2007 C230 Sport Sedan
Dipak, 12/13/2006
C230 Sport 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6M)
25 of 26 people found this review helpful
Beautiful car. Looked at various alternatives including the 3 series, Lexus IS, Acura TL, and Infiniti G35. Ultimately, this car had the perfect balance of looks, quality, value, performance, style and roominess for my wife and I.
Major defect with Mercedes engine components
md_car_review, 02/08/2015
C280 Luxury 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 7A)
45 of 50 people found this review helpful
The overall reliability for the 2006-2007 W203s is excellent until you encounter failure of the balance shaft gear. My father owns the 2006 model, and the component failures that he experienced with his car are now mirrored at precisely the same mileage on mine. 1) The thermostat valve tends to fail after around 100,000 km. 2) More importantly, the balance shaft gear fails after around 130-140,000 km. This is a MAJOR DEFECT that MB declines to recall. Essentially the gear wears out prematurely, and if not replaced, the engine will eventually fail. The repair cost is $5-6,000. As a consumer, this is unacceptable. Shame on Mercedes-Benz.
Best value ever!
sjb50, 05/31/2011
C230 Sport 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6M)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
Bought this in 2007 with 8k miles. Love this car. handles well in sport mode, very peppy, great shifting with 7 speed. Superb mileage, over 30 highway. Comfortable and great in corners.
Lowest Model Range But Highest Standards.
redrex, 06/18/2011
C230 Sport 4dr Sedan (2.5L 6cyl 6M)
48 of 56 people found this review helpful
Bought 2007 used w/11k runs like a Swiss watch. This car has precision DNA from the quality of fit and finish to highly responsive handling. Replaced oil and tires....that's it. Value for $$ would be difficult to beat. When you look forward to running to the store for milk just to drive your car (even of you don't need milk) you know you have something special.