C55
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Bob_Defly

Original Poster:

5,820 posts

260 months

Saturday 2nd June 2012
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I'm thinking of buying one, say 2006 ish, probably with about 75K miles.

What is the build quality like, I know Mercedes quality started to dip in the 90's and then came back again, but not sure of the dates when.

Also, any model specific issues I need to check out at an MB garage?

thanks!

Aquanaut

134 posts

216 months

Sunday 3rd June 2012
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Build quality is fine, engine is great. make sure your check all electrics and heated seats etc. My C55 is a 2004 with 48k miles. If you are interested it will be for sale in July with new mot and service. also has MB tier 1 warranty until Dec 1st.

Aquanaut

134 posts

216 months

Sunday 3rd June 2012
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Forgot to say as they are post 2003/4 build they have galvanised body panels. Great step up from a C32

Luke.

11,976 posts

279 months

Friday 27th July 2012
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Aquanaut said:
Forgot to say as they are post 2003/4 build they have galvanised body panels. Great step up from a C32
Hi - is your C55 for sale still?