How many miles or kms have you clocked your W203 ?

boytoys · 09-05-2005, 08:10 PM

I have a debate with my wife and saying that despite a lot of ppl claiming the 01-04 C-class has dropped in quality...but it should still last at least 100,000 Kms (we used KM in Canada)...

Just a short poll for all of you owners how many miles/kms have you clocked..
and how old is your car ?

And one last question, do you intend to keep it for that long (like what Mom and Dad) used to keep their Merc for 10+ years ? If not, what is your next car, still a Merc ?

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mbny · 09-05-2005, 09:04 PM

my car is 5 months old and has 6,900 miles on it

(i know your probably looking for replies though from members with higher mileage).

i have a 15k a year 39 month lease so that's how long i'm keeping it, then back into another BMW.

pookie · 09-05-2005, 09:21 PM

i have 84 miles till i hit 50k miles and end of free maintenance. scheduled for next monday is my service A. although i had small probs here and there with the car, when i look back at the other cars i've driven and owned, other than the carpet stains, the car runs like the first day i got it (and smells the same too...) i've had it since sept. 2002 with 23 miles on the odo.

X_C240 · 09-05-2005, 10:18 PM

have a 2003 c240 with about 43k miles and still going with no probs, yet, and hope not. I plan to keep it.

wizkid · 09-05-2005, 10:36 PM

2002 C240 - 108,000 miles or 173,809 KM

We purchased the car brand new and intend to keep it until the wheels fall off. Our next car will probably be a E class diesel.

W0n6_3d4n · 09-05-2005, 10:45 PM

2001 C180, 78000KM. Hold up really well despite the 19 inches and modification i've done during the half of the car's life.

DC BENZO · 09-05-2005, 11:18 PM

I have a 2001 C200K with 64000Kms.

i intend to switch cars at the end of my lease, prob stay with Merc, but we'll see!

Funny about parents holding on to cars, my father rides in a W124 '90 E Class. he loves it, but its stock. He also has 400SEL i think i cant remember.

ffejalink · 09-06-2005, 12:39 AM

03 C230 has 57,000 mi on the clock. I haven't had any major problems, and very few minor issues. Both my C and ML have been great cars!

My next car will probably be the 08 C-Class or an SLK.

Kenzmbz · 09-06-2005, 01:10 AM

Got her on April 1 2005 with 11miles. 5 months later, im at 13000 miles. OMG !!! I hope this car will pull 200k because im planning on keeping it. I love this car !!

ggong5150 · 09-06-2005, 01:53 AM

I've got 03 C320 with 51,500 + miles and still going strong. Plan on keeping it and getting another MB (CLS 55) in a few years.

elchinocache · 09-06-2005, 02:48 AM

2001 c240 with 36000 miles, nothing major, just a few minor electrical inconveniences, dunno if i plan to keep it or trade it in when i graduate in 2 years. i'll prolly put on about another 30000 miles by the time i graduate i'll see how the cars running then and decide.

Moviela · 09-06-2005, 03:10 AM

Quality was a large problem with the Mercedes car brand through the 04 model year. A sharp pencil boy (accountant) was left in charge while management conspired to snooker the Americans out of Chrysler. The warranty repair figures were a wake-up to the Schremp team that all was not well in der Vaterland. An engineer was brought in to shore up the quality, and he and the team members did a great job. Production was slowed, but a sales slump of about 20% in C class models helped prevent bulging inventories. The largest problems were with the electronics.

I don't see any problem with getting 100K clicks on the car with normal maintenance and a few brake jobs.

I have 11,,000 miles on my wagon, and not a single problem beyond fog in the fog lights when delivered. They replaced the complete assemblies, and gave a free C240 loaner. The free carwash, back massage, and beverages at the dealer are not bad either. I bought the car because I expect 150,000 miles out of it. If the wheels fall off, I'll send a minion to fetch them, and put them back on!

I see you're in Canada, where I understand that the Honda Element comes with a heated rear window, standard. It sure keeps your hands warm in the winter when you are pushing it!

BIGjohnny · 09-06-2005, 03:12 AM

bought new in July 2004, have 26,500 miles already

FrankW · 09-06-2005, 03:26 AM

had it since April 2002...now with 458xx miles. Going to Vegas tomorrow...so it'll be 46xxx when I get back.

Kenzmbz · 09-06-2005, 04:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FrankW

had it since April 2002...now with 458xx miles. Going to Vegas tomorrow...so it'll be 46xxx when I get back.

becareful with those wheels man. there are some pot holes.

FrankW · 09-06-2005, 05:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kenzmbz

becareful with those wheels man. there are some pot holes.

kool...thx for the warning

trust203 · 09-06-2005, 11:53 AM

2006 W203 w/6 speed manual

,22 days old, 740 miles !!

MB-BOB · 09-06-2005, 12:32 PM

2001 C320 with 40,000 miles (65,000km), nothing major, just a few minor electrical inconveniences, all covered under warranty, none recurring once fixed. I intend to keep this car for 100,000 miles, minimum. If nothing major comes up, it will make it easily without any sweat.

NO_WUR_E · 09-06-2005, 12:49 PM

2005 purchased last march (5 months old) and almost 9K.....

LorinserCClass · 09-06-2005, 01:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by W0n6_3d4n

2001 C180, 78000KM. Hold up really well despite the 19 inches and modification i've done during the half of the car's life.

Even w/all the *****ing I have about my car(timing belts/electrical/squeaks) I am still surprised my car is still in one piece after 70k miles!

jan ken po · 09-06-2005, 04:42 PM

brand new August '04.....16k on it now. Common leaky tranny was only major prob to date.

boytoys · 09-06-2005, 11:11 PM

I expected to keep mine for 10 years...my wife currently drove 31k almost 3 years. on a Oct-02 C240. That's when my daugther turn 16 and hopefully we will trade then for a brand new car for her mom...

but the new IS250/350 is so tempting...

My Element is a shop/workshop more than a vehicle.

mleskovar · 09-06-2005, 11:53 PM

87K+ miles on an '01 320....no leave-you-stranded problems but too many take-it-to-the-dealer warranty problems (and some out of warranty) to list. Still feels solid and drives great. Best driving car I have owned, and worst reliability (when bought new). Probably hold onto it for a few more years but looking at other brands constantly. For me a car is transportation first....problems only detract from that equation.

billyons · 09-07-2005, 01:37 AM

I have a 01 C320 with 16K miles. Great car, I like it better than my 01 BMW.

nlpamg · 09-07-2005, 01:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by billyons

I have a 01 C320 with 16K miles. Great car, I like it better than my 01 BMW.

16k miles on an 01! WOW!

I have more than that on my 05! But Johnny's stats make me feel kinda better...

I got my 05 in August of last year (04) and it now has 17820 miles.

Problems:
Hmm...
peeling center console (replaced twice)
rattling console (not fixed)
rattling speaker (fixed)
flickering BIX (still not fixed)
leaky tranny
H/K Audio issues (fixed hopefully)
lots of stone chips in the front, the new paint is soft
now, rough idling and check engine light

My w202 which I had for 7 years and put 70k miles on didn't have this many issues.

I really like the car, it handles well and is a lot more fun to drive than my w202... but in terms of reliability, I dunno.

09-05-2005, 09:04 PM	#2
mbny Super Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 692 Drives: 08' BMW E92 Coupe	my car is 5 months old and has 6,900 miles on it (i know your probably looking for replies though from members with higher mileage). i have a 15k a year 39 month lease so that's how long i'm keeping it, then back into another BMW. __________________ 08' BMW E92 coupe 06' BMW X5 4.4i sport

09-05-2005, 09:21 PM	#3
pookie Super Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: michigan/ohio in the summer, florida for school Posts: 916 Drives: w203.061	i have 84 miles till i hit 50k miles and end of free maintenance. scheduled for next monday is my service A. although i had small probs here and there with the car, when i look back at the other cars i've driven and owned, other than the carpet stains, the car runs like the first day i got it (and smells the same too...) i've had it since sept. 2002 with 23 miles on the odo. __________________ 2002 c240, capri blue/oyster. Yellow foggies. transmission and radiator removed and replaced at ~74,000 miles. (prod. 3/18/02, delivered. 9/16/02)

09-05-2005, 10:45 PM	#6
W0n6_3d4n MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Brisbane, Australia Posts: 1,536 Drives: C200K (w204)	2001 C180, 78000KM. Hold up really well despite the 19 inches and modification i've done during the half of the car's life. __________________ 2007 C200K W204 2001 C180 19 inch LD1 -SOLD- Carlsson Coilover, Flat hood emblem, Black Grille, smoke taillight, Bi Xenon (finally), Wald bodykit. ICE: Denon DCT-R1 (HU) Nakamichi SP-5 Dynaudio MW160 (7 inch jobbies) SoundSplinter RL-p 12 ValveAudio Reference by D.Lumanauw Tru Technology Hammer H-1

09-06-2005, 12:39 AM	#8
ffejalink Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: San Diego, CA and Portland, OR Posts: 463 Drives: 06 ML500, 05 C230k Sedan	03 C230 has 57,000 mi on the clock. I haven't had any major problems, and very few minor issues. Both my C and ML have been great cars! My next car will probably be the 08 C-Class or an SLK. __________________ 06 ML500 \| Alpine Rain \| Charcoal Comfort \| Premium \| Lighting \| Trim \| Sunroof \| Air Suspension \| Rear Side Airbags \| Keyless Go \| Parktronic 05 C230 Kompressor Sedan \| Diamond Black \| Charcoal Lighting \| Entertainment \| Sunroof \| Power Driver's Seat \| Heated Seats \| Sirius

09-06-2005, 01:53 AM	#10
ggong5150 MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Jinsoku Posts: 1,376 Drives: 03 C320, 1999 BMW 323 (sold), 1990 Nissan 300Z (sold)	I've got 03 C320 with 51,500 + miles and still going strong. Plan on keeping it and getting another MB (CLS 55) in a few years. __________________ SI ECU Tune / Tein Coilovers / 19" Forgestar F14 Wheels / Front & Rear Brembo BBK / CF Spoiler / Reiger Bumper / CF Mirrors / CF Door Pillars / Silver CF Trim / Evosport Pulley Kit / K&N Filters / Custom Intake / Weltmeister Quad Exhaust / Expression Rear Valence / Carlsson Side Skirts / Illuminated Door Sills / Smoked W220 Tails / (2) JL Audio 12 W6V2 / Arc Audio 1500XXK / Pioneer AVIC-D3 / Valentine V1 / 8000k Fogs

09-05-2005, 10:18 PM	#4
X_C240 Almost a Member! Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 34	have a 2003 c240 with about 43k miles and still going with no probs, yet, and hope not. I plan to keep it.

09-05-2005, 10:36 PM	#5
wizkid Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: East TN Posts: 419 Drives: 2002 C240	2002 C240 - 108,000 miles or 173,809 KM We purchased the car brand new and intend to keep it until the wheels fall off. Our next car will probably be a E class diesel.

09-05-2005, 11:18 PM	#7
DC BENZO Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Melbourne, AUS Posts: 79 Drives: C200 Kompressor	I have a 2001 C200K with 64000Kms. i intend to switch cars at the end of my lease, prob stay with Merc, but we'll see! Funny about parents holding on to cars, my father rides in a W124 '90 E Class. he loves it, but its stock. He also has 400SEL i think i cant remember.

09-06-2005, 01:10 AM	#9
Kenzmbz Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 803	Got her on April 1 2005 with 11miles. 5 months later, im at 13000 miles. OMG !!! I hope this car will pull 200k because im planning on keeping it. I love this car !!

09-06-2005, 02:48 AM	#11
elchinocache Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: da rock Posts: 482 Drives: c240	2001 c240 with 36000 miles, nothing major, just a few minor electrical inconveniences, dunno if i plan to keep it or trade it in when i graduate in 2 years. i'll prolly put on about another 30000 miles by the time i graduate i'll see how the cars running then and decide.

09-06-2005, 03:10 AM	#12
Moviela MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Orange County Posts: 2,120 Drives: 2005 C Wagon (No snickering please!)	Quality was a large problem with the Mercedes car brand through the 04 model year. A sharp pencil boy (accountant) was left in charge while management conspired to snooker the Americans out of Chrysler. The warranty repair figures were a wake-up to the Schremp team that all was not well in der Vaterland. An engineer was brought in to shore up the quality, and he and the team members did a great job. Production was slowed, but a sales slump of about 20% in C class models helped prevent bulging inventories. The largest problems were with the electronics. I don't see any problem with getting 100K clicks on the car with normal maintenance and a few brake jobs. I have 11,,000 miles on my wagon, and not a single problem beyond fog in the fog lights when delivered. They replaced the complete assemblies, and gave a free C240 loaner. The free carwash, back massage, and beverages at the dealer are not bad either. I bought the car because I expect 150,000 miles out of it. If the wheels fall off, I'll send a minion to fetch them, and put them back on! I see you're in Canada, where I understand that the Honda Element comes with a heated rear window, standard. It sure keeps your hands warm in the winter when you are pushing it!

09-06-2005, 03:12 AM	#13
BIGjohnny Super Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 516 Drives: W210 (1999 -2004); W220 (2002-current); W203 (2005-2008); R171 (2008-current)	bought new in July 2004, have 26,500 miles already

09-06-2005, 03:26 AM	#14
FrankW Out Of Control!! Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Diamond Bar, CA Posts: 19,297 Drives: DirtyToo & Thrifty	had it since April 2002...now with 458xx miles. Going to Vegas tomorrow...so it'll be 46xxx when I get back. __________________ 2002 W203 M112K with insane amount of mods "new pic on last page" 2008 W204 M272 with not so much mods. wants 307hp 7200 redline engine from SL350 For Sale:authentic Carlsson exhaust tips (2) $200

09-06-2005, 11:53 AM	#17
trust203 Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 152	2006 W203 w/6 speed manual ,22 days old, 740 miles !!

09-06-2005, 12:32 PM	#18
MB-BOB Super Moderator Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Flower Mound, TX Posts: 7,188 Drives: C320	2001 C320 with 40,000 miles (65,000km), nothing major, just a few minor electrical inconveniences, all covered under warranty, none recurring once fixed. I intend to keep this car for 100,000 miles, minimum. If nothing major comes up, it will make it easily without any sweat. __________________ MB-BOB... A member first... moderator second. 2001 C320/C1/C2/C3/6-Disc CD/Desert Silver/Java '06 Headlights, DFWdude WHITE STAR Flat Badge

09-06-2005, 12:49 PM	#19
NO_WUR_E MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: bay area, CA Posts: 1,609 Drives: '06 E350 Iridium Silver with pano	2005 purchased last march (5 months old) and almost 9K.....

09-06-2005, 04:42 PM	#21
jan ken po Super Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Augusta, GA Posts: 631 Drives: '05 SS Brillant Silver	brand new August '04.....16k on it now. Common leaky tranny was only major prob to date.

09-06-2005, 11:11 PM	#22
boytoys Newbie Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 15 Drives: 03 C240, Honda Element	I expected to keep mine for 10 years...my wife currently drove 31k almost 3 years. on a Oct-02 C240. That's when my daugther turn 16 and hopefully we will trade then for a brand new car for her mom... but the new IS250/350 is so tempting... My Element is a shop/workshop more than a vehicle. __________________ ---------------------------- 03 C240 -Today's Hobby Makes Future Engineers

09-06-2005, 11:53 PM	#23
mleskovar MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Huntington Beach, Ca. Posts: 2,976 Drives: '01 C320	87K+ miles on an '01 320....no leave-you-stranded problems but too many take-it-to-the-dealer warranty problems (and some out of warranty) to list. Still feels solid and drives great. Best driving car I have owned, and worst reliability (when bought new). Probably hold onto it for a few more years but looking at other brands constantly. For me a car is transportation first....problems only detract from that equation.

09-07-2005, 01:37 AM	#24
billyons Newbie Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: NoHo, CA Posts: 7 Drives: 2001 C320	I have a 01 C320 with 16K miles. Great car, I like it better than my 01 BMW.

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