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Mercedes C-Class reliability - how does it truly compare? - 3/3/2007 2:17:48 PM    mkaresh   Posts: 30 Joined: 3/3/2007 Status: offline In late 2005 I started conducting my own reliability research. I'm reporting absolute stats like "times in the shop" that will make the differences between cars much clearer. Relative ratings obscure too much--how large is the difference between "better than average" and "worse than average"? I’ll also be updating results four times a year, so there will be information on new models sooner. On average, my results will be over ten months fresher than CR's. When buying a car, do you want to know how reliable it was a year ago, or how reliable it has been lately? I’ve started collecting data on only one model year of the C-Class, 2005, and still need more owners even for that one. I'm collecting data on multiple model years of the A4, 3-Series, CTS, and G35. I'd really like to be able to compare the C-Class to these cars. To encourage participation, panel members will receive full access to the results free of charge. Details: Vehicle reliability research Comments, questions, and suggestions welcome. _____________________________ truedelta.com Vehicle reliability, fuel economy, and price comparison information Post #: 1

RE: Mercedes C-Class reliability - how does it truly co... - 4/11/2008 9:48:51 AM    mkaresh   Posts: 30 Joined: 3/3/2007 Status: offline Things have progressed since I posted this thread a year ago. In February we released an initial result for the 2008, and will have a solid result for the new C-Class in May. For the C203, the 2003, 2005, and 2006 are now included in the survey, but we still need a few more participants to provide results for these years. To help get your model year included: Vehicle reliability research _____________________________ truedelta.com Vehicle reliability, fuel economy, and price comparison information (in reply to mkaresh) Post #: 2

RE: Mercedes C-Class reliability - how does it truly co... - 4/11/2008 10:19:48 AM    C280 SPORT   Posts: 882 Joined: 9/1/2007 From: Saratoga Springs, New York Status: offline My cosuin has a 2004 C240 4Matic(22,000 miles). It has been great. No problems at all. Also he bought his parents one same year, same model just different color. theres has about 76,000 miles on it and they two have had zero problems. only times in the shop is for a service that eeds to be done. I have a 2000 C280 and its an ok kinda car. If you want a C Class I would recomend a 2001-2004 C240 or C320. They are great. or a new C350 or C300 Great also _____________________________ Cheap C class parts http://mbcclassparts.com Great Deals! CURRENT MERCEDES-BENZ 2002 E320 Sport 2000 C280 Sport-Money Pit 1987 420SEL PAST MB OWNED 1980 300TD 1985 300SD Turbo 1988 560SL 1996 600SL V12 (in reply to mkaresh) Post #: 3

RE: Mercedes C-Class reliability - how does it truly co... - 5/3/2008 9:53:00 AM    mkaresh   Posts: 30 Joined: 3/3/2007 Status: offline What many people don't realize is that even with a model whose reliability is below average your odds of getting a perfect car still aren't bad these days. I'd like to provide better information on the C-Class, but need more participants to help make this happen. Vehicle reliability research _____________________________ truedelta.com Vehicle reliability, fuel economy, and price comparison information (in reply to C280 SPORT) Post #: 4

RE: Mercedes C-Class reliability - how does it truly co... - 5/31/2008 9:10:32 AM    mkaresh   Posts: 30 Joined: 3/3/2007 Status: offline Latest results recently posted. For the C-Class, there's only a result for the 2008 so far. It appears to be slightly better than average, which is better than many people expect from a Mercedes lately. I hope to include additional model years with the next update, in August. This will depend on how many owners sign up and participate. For the full set of results, and sign up to help (if you haven't already): TrueDelta Vehicle Reliability Survey results _____________________________ truedelta.com Vehicle reliability, fuel economy, and price comparison information (in reply to mkaresh) Post #: 5

RE: Mercedes C-Class reliability - how does it truly co... - 6/27/2008 9:59:55 AM    mkaresh   Posts: 30 Joined: 3/3/2007 Status: offline Next update in August. A number of model years are close to the minimum sample size, so a few additional participants could make the difference between having a result and not having one. To help get your year included: Vehicle reliability research < Message edited by mkaresh -- 6/27/2008 10:08:57 AM > _____________________________ truedelta.com Vehicle reliability, fuel economy, and price comparison information (in reply to mkaresh) Post #: 6

RE: Mercedes C-Class reliability - how does it truly co... - 6/27/2008 11:02:47 AM    idriveabenz   Posts: 4 Joined: 5/27/2008 Status: offline hey, great link. helped me out (in reply to mkaresh) Post #: 7

RE: Mercedes C-Class reliability - how does it truly co... - 6/27/2008 11:39:11 AM    C280 SPORT   Posts: 882 Joined: 9/1/2007 From: Saratoga Springs, New York Status: offline The reliability on any car is good now a days. Of course there are issues with every car becuase stuff happines. OH well! As far as the C Class. Hands down the W203 are by far better. The W202 are really cheap looking on the inside and remind me of a toyota or a Honda. The ride qulity is terrable also along with styling of it. The W203 are better looking, classy, quality is amazing and has room. I feel like with the W202 I cant use it everyday because its too small, rides bad and uncomfterbale.(I mine as well trade it in and drive a Corvette) _____________________________ Cheap C class parts http://mbcclassparts.com Great Deals! CURRENT MERCEDES-BENZ 2002 E320 Sport 2000 C280 Sport-Money Pit 1987 420SEL PAST MB OWNED 1980 300TD 1985 300SD Turbo 1988 560SL 1996 600SL V12 (in reply to idriveabenz) Post #: 8

RE: Mercedes C-Class reliability - how does it truly co... - 7/3/2008 10:34:55 AM    carson   Posts: 1 Joined: 5/21/2008 Status: offline hi i bought a ''94 c280 in dec. everything( engine harness,alternator, starter) has been replaced. so far, i put about 5k on it & i love it. i also put sl(8x16) mag wheels w/225/5016 tires.it idles very smoothly.put mobil 1 5w40 oil & synthetic tranny fluid. so far so good, no complaints (in reply to C280 SPORT) Post #: 9

RE: Mercedes C-Class reliability - how does it truly co... - 7/23/2008 11:10:00 AM    mkaresh   Posts: 30 Joined: 3/3/2007 Status: offline Still no W203 numbers. For some reason, W204 owners have been much better about signing up and participating. New car buzz, most likely. To help get your year included in the results: Vehicle reliability research _____________________________ truedelta.com Vehicle reliability, fuel economy, and price comparison information (in reply to carson) Post #: 10

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