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Mercedes C-Class - are there any known issues?

As a former company car driver, I have for the last six years driven a Mercedes-Benz C-Class. Having left my job, I am now in the market for a used model, but am worried about known mechanical issues. Can you offer any advice?

Asked on 4 November 2013 by Barry V

Answered by Honest John
Stick with what you are used to. Problem areas to be aware of (apart from those you already know) can by found in our car by car section here:
www.honestjohn.co.uk/carbycar/mercedes-benz/c-clas...d
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