I hate Mercedes Benz. I had a 2003 C230 Kompressor. It was a sporty little hatchback and I loved the look of it. I've never had a four door and I'm not ready for one. I love the versatility of a hatchback. My cars are always small and sporty but the hatch gives me a lot of room.
Anyway, I bought it used with about 10,000 miles on it. I take great care of my vehicles and always get them serviced at the appropriate intervals. The inside and outside are always clean and look like new.
I drive a lot for work and the car had 70,000 miles on it when I was told it was going to need a new head gasket. For the bargain price of $4,500. The warranty expired at 60,000 miles. In my opinion, a well cared for car in this day and age should last close to 200,000 miles. After much haggling, Mercedes agreed to pay for the part but I had to pay for the labor, which was still going to be close to $3,000.
I traded the car in for a Volkswagen GTI which I love. Not to mention the GTI handles way better in the snow since it's a front wheel drive as opposed to rear.
Also, the cost of maintenance on the Benz was ridiculous. So, that was my first and last experience with MB. I've had my GTI for just over two years and I hope to drive it for another 3.
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