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Title: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: STMO123 on 06 November 2007, 18:36:43
........for very long.

Got my eye on this now :-/


http://www.specialistcars.net/newspecialistcars/carpages/134.html
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: Markie on 06 November 2007, 18:38:39
nope, albeit a good car the Merc, I prefer what you have now :y
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Post by: miggy on 06 November 2007, 18:39:06
Very nice Steve, always liked the Mercs

 :y :y :y :y :y
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: Elite Pete on 06 November 2007, 18:39:28
You've got too much time on your hands ;) Thats not a patch on the Alfa
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Post by: Jimbob on 06 November 2007, 18:40:26
looks nice.....but it's not a meega  :y
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Post by: Baron Von Spongebob on 06 November 2007, 18:42:26
I think its nice anyway  :y

Try and keep it until after xmas at least Steve  :D ;)
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: STMO123 on 06 November 2007, 18:43:38
Thanks for pointing out it's not an alfa or a meega :y

I've never had a merc, and I must try everything.....or.......how will I know????? Eh?? ;D
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: Taxi_Driver on 06 November 2007, 18:52:01
Nah.....it hasnt got leather and no climate either  :(
Plus its got an old 4 speed auto box  :(

Stay clear of i say  :y
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: STMO123 on 06 November 2007, 18:56:42
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Nah.....it hasnt got leather and no climate either  :(
Plus its got an old 4 speed auto box  :(

Stay clear of i say  :y

Ah.....someone with experience of mercs :y
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: Danny on 06 November 2007, 19:00:53
its entry level, the "classic"
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Post by: STMO123 on 06 November 2007, 19:03:49
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its entry level, the "classic"

So, all you tw*ts with a 2.0 GLS can break off then ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: Taxi_Driver on 06 November 2007, 19:08:44
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Nah.....it hasnt got leather and no climate either  :(
Plus its got an old 4 speed auto box  :(

Stay clear of i say  :y

Ah.....someone with experience of mercs :y

Look for leather, climate and a 5 speed auto (usually tiptronic on mercs)
A diesel is preferable.....but thats upto you....

The above makes them easier to sell on  :y

Not that you would......but never ever buy a manual merc  :y

Remember people that buy 2nd mercs want luxury.....having to change gear via a funny 3rd pedal is a no no  ;D
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: Danny on 06 November 2007, 19:09:16
 ;D ;D ;D

i'm on the hunt for an elite, not just settling for what i have!!

enter "elegance" in your search for a merc, i believe that's top end.. could be wrong
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: Grumpy on 06 November 2007, 19:47:41
From what I've been reading, that model of Merc suffers from rust.
Especially behind the front wings, but, more importantly, the main
front crossmember can rot clean through.

The last proper Mercs were the old 190 and 200 series.
Everything more recent is no better, and in a lot of cases actually
worse, than any other modern car.
In my opinion, they trade on their brand image, which is now cheapened.

A lot of folk buy cars for Image, and, in my opinion, pay through the
nose for an equal or inferior product.

And yes, I still own a Merc, a 14 year old 190 owned for 12 years, but
I wouldn't even consider paying the premium charged for owning
one of the modern Mercs nowadays.
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Post by: Jay w on 06 November 2007, 19:49:31
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;D ;D ;D

i'm on the hunt for an elite, not just settling for what i have!!

enter "elegance" in your search for a merc, i believe that's top end.. could be wrong

i thought it was ambience....but i could be wrong
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: razzo on 06 November 2007, 19:54:00
If you wnt a silver Merc try this (http://i199.photobucket.com/albums/aa297/razzo_photo/KY8L0057.jpg)
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: Danny on 06 November 2007, 20:02:20
who's the lucky owner of that one??

i saw a black one at manchester airport last year
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: razzo on 06 November 2007, 20:09:01
Belongs to a local car dealer & its for sale, I asked how much & he said if you need to ask you can't afford it  :'(
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Post by: Danny on 06 November 2007, 20:12:24
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Belongs to a local car dealer & its for sale, I asked how much & he said if you need to ask you can't afford it  :'(

you should have replied "if its for sale i'll take it but if you tell me its £400,000 i'll knock you out!"
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Post by: Chopsdad on 06 November 2007, 21:36:09
That Merc's no good for you Steve - it's so big they can't even get a decent picture of it - so it'll never fit on your drive.  ;)

Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: Danny on 06 November 2007, 21:39:22
second hand, not even worth £200k
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: STMO123 on 06 November 2007, 21:43:09
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second hand, not even worth £200k

£200,000. ????? You're right there. :o
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: Big Fra on 06 November 2007, 21:47:01
Word of warning Mr Meldrew, these cars can be very lethal due to excessive corrosion on the lower crossmember, not visible unless you remove the underside plastic cover-THIS IS WHY THEY CAN PASS AN MOT- even though they are structurally unsafe.
Also the front upper spring cups corrode and can remove themselves from the car.
Plus, the front inner splash guards do not cover the full inside of the wings and these corrode badly.

Fortunately, I think the car you are looking at is silver? Best colour to avoid body corrosion.

If there are new wings fitted, ensure the headlights are secure as to remove the wing, you have to remove the headlights, and some clips are particularly fragile, especially the connection for the washer hose.

Plus, without leather, the car would be rather difficult to resell when you are finished.

Sorry to be the bearer of bad tidings, but please check these areas very closely.

Sorry if anyone else has already advised you of these.

Fra
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: razzo on 06 November 2007, 21:49:23
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Belongs to a local car dealer & its for sale, I asked how much & he said if you need to ask you can't afford it  :'(

you should have replied "if its for sale i'll take it but if you tell me its £400,000 i'll knock you out!"

Offered him my meega in part ex but he said no, oh well its his loss  ;D ;D
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: STMO123 on 06 November 2007, 21:50:59
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Word of warning Mr Meldrew, these cars can be very lethal due to excessive corrosion on the lower crossmember, not visible unless you remove the underside plastic cover-THIS IS WHY THEY CAN PASS AN MOT- even though they are structurally unsafe.
Also the front upper spring cups corrode and can remove themselves from the car.
Plus, the front inner splash guards do not cover the full inside of the wings and these corrode badly.

Fortunately, I think the car you are looking at is silver? Best colour to avoid body corrosion.

If there are new wings fitted, ensure the headlights are secure as to remove the wing, you have to remove the headlights, and some clips are particularly fragile, especially the connection for the washer hose.

Plus, without leather, the car would be rather difficult to resell when you are finished.

Sorry to be the bearer of bad tidings, but please check these areas very closely.

Sorry if anyone else has already advised you of these.

Fra

Right. I'll keep looking then :y
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: Chopsdad on 06 November 2007, 21:52:37
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Word of warning Mr Meldrew, these cars can be very lethal due to excessive corrosion on the lower crossmember, not visible unless you remove the underside plastic cover-THIS IS WHY THEY CAN PASS AN MOT- even though they are structurally unsafe.
Also the front upper spring cups corrode and can remove themselves from the car.
Plus, the front inner splash guards do not cover the full inside of the wings and these corrode badly.

Fortunately, I think the car you are looking at is silver? Best colour to avoid body corrosion.

If there are new wings fitted, ensure the headlights are secure as to remove the wing, you have to remove the headlights, and some clips are particularly fragile, especially the connection for the washer hose.

Plus, without leather, the car would be rather difficult to resell when you are finished.

Sorry to be the bearer of bad tidings, but please check these areas very closely.

Sorry if anyone else has already advised you of these.

Fra

Right. I'll keep looking then :y

Wasn't the last one you looked at an armour plated Audi S8?
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: STMO123 on 06 November 2007, 22:01:50
Something like that. I forget ;D
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: theolodian on 06 November 2007, 23:27:57
Looks like Michael Jackson's school run barge to me.  Stealth on the outside, and paedo blue on the inside!  :o
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: Danny on 06 November 2007, 23:34:20
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Looks like Michael Jackson's school run barge to me.  Stealth on the outside, and paedo blue on the inside!  :o

is that a factory colour??
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: ians on 07 November 2007, 11:49:10
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Looks like Michael Jackson's school run barge to me.  Stealth on the outside, and paedo blue on the inside!  :o

is that a factory colour??

ah - it wasn't just me thinking that then.   Hideous!
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: STMO123 on 07 November 2007, 11:50:55
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Looks like Michael Jackson's school run barge to me.  Stealth on the outside, and paedo blue on the inside!  :o

is that a factory colour??

ah - it wasn't just me thinking that then.   Hideous!

I'm very old. Looks beige to me.
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: ians on 07 November 2007, 11:59:37
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Looks like Michael Jackson's school run barge to me.  Stealth on the outside, and paedo blue on the inside!  :o

is that a factory colour??

ah - it wasn't just me thinking that then.   Hideous!

I'm very old. Looks beige to me.

wishful thinking? ;);D
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: davlad22 on 08 November 2007, 00:56:40
Yep, that is a SHOCKER!  ;D
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: cem_devecioglu on 08 November 2007, 09:12:56
If budget is ok this would be the model I go for (S320).They are really good cars..

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/STUNNING-2001-MERCEDES-BENZ-S320-LIMO-AUTO-NO-RESERVE_W0QQitemZ130171060778QQihZ003QQcategoryZ9855QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

(http://i181.photobucket.com/albums/x80/mecdv6/mgrey.jpg)
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: Danny on 08 November 2007, 15:53:06
my brother was after one of those.... either colour :D
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: cem_devecioglu on 08 November 2007, 18:16:08
Whole day I didnt see hot bids ..Still 6600 £.. very low price for this car..
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: STMO123 on 08 November 2007, 18:53:28
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Whole day I didnt see hot bids ..Still 6600 £.. very low price for this car..

Still 4 days left :-/
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: cem_devecioglu on 08 November 2007, 19:02:22
believe me I decide to buy this car (and have the budget)  4 days and nights dont sleep and watch it.. ::)

this is called fanatism  ;D
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: cem_devecioglu on 08 November 2007, 19:06:31
Once there was a show on the TV channels..They choose one group of people..They stay near the car hands on it days and nights ..Whos left last wins it..Was sadistic race..I could win it. ;D
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: Taxi_Driver on 08 November 2007, 19:58:55
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Nah.....it hasnt got leather and no climate either  :(
Plus its got an old 4 speed auto box  :(

Stay clear of i say  :y

Ah.....someone with experience of mercs :y

Look for leather, climate and a 5 speed auto (usually tiptronic on mercs)
A diesel is preferable.....but thats upto you....

The above makes them easier to sell on  :y

Not that you would......but never ever buy a manual merc  :y

Remember people that buy 2nd mercs want luxury.....having to change gear via a funny 3rd pedal is a no no  ;D

Oh and summat i forgot......get a silver one  :y
Easiest colour to sell on  :y

In fact silver merc as so common that if you goto merc dealer for a 'touch up' stick.......id be amazed if the parts blokey doesnt know the part number off hand  ;D ;D
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: smoothomega on 09 November 2007, 18:01:39
Had a merc, never again  >:(
You change your car like your name steve  ;D
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: STMO123 on 09 November 2007, 18:22:36
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Had a merc, never again  >:(
You change your car like your name steve  ;D

No I dont.

Brian.
Title: Re: I just cant keep a car.....
Post by: smoothomega on 09 November 2007, 18:27:32
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Had a merc, never again  >:(
You change your car like your name steve  ;D

No I dont.

Brian.

Fred  ;D