Good day. We know someone who is selling a 1994 Mercedes C230 with 200K on it. We are thinking about getting it for a first car for our 18 year old. Does anyone know any particular problems we should be looking for? Any advice would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Scott
I afraid such a car would be very expensive to insure. Check its insurance quotes before buying – http://car-quotes.botetr.com
A 94 C-Class would either be a C220 (4 cyl) or a C280 (6 cyl).The C230 4-cylinder was not introduced until the 1997 model year.
The C-Class can be a good vehicle as long as it is maintained properly.Considering the age and mileage, the whole vehicle should be thoroughly inspected prior to purchase but a couple of potential problem areas are rust (especially if this vehicle spent any amount of time in a snow-belt region) and a brittle engine wiring harness.If the harness is the original one, it may be dried out and cracking which can lead to either no-start or intermittent stalling issues.The only fix is replacement and they’re not cheap.
Very nice model Mercedes-Benz. For such a high mileage car it status needs to be reviewed by a certified mechanic that can give it a complete inspections from top to bottom. It might cost you for this inspection but it is essential. Service and repairs documents need to be consulted as well. Cars are used and abused as per previous owners. Some do excellent jobs in taking care of their cars.This car shall be the evidence to evaluate. Best wishes.