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Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by radautoworks: 6:02pm On Sep 13, 2020 |
Eddee:
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Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by Eddee(m): 6:27pm On Sep 13, 2020 |
radautoworks: Good evening ma, had to relive the battle of the 6 and 8 shooters from two countries that were allies and on the same side during WW2. On nairaland cartalk, it was WW1 - no alliances between Germany and Japan. Legendary stuff 1 Like |
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by radautoworks: 7:15pm On Sep 13, 2020 |
Eddee: ![]() 2 Likes |
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by delkinz(m): 11:04am On Sep 14, 2020 |
Greetings to the great people of this thread. Please I need advice on C230 2006/2007 V6 model Is it a good car to buy ? What are the things to look out for ? Fuel consumption is not a problem
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Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by laivwire(m): 11:54am On Sep 14, 2020 |
Hello cartalkers, there's a facelift 2009 benz E350 4matic I need advise on for purchase. Car is a clean first body. I took it on a test drive, no scans and everything appeared okay. Engine sounds good. Issues on the instrument cluster are with the brakes, Abs, airbags, engine coolant and AC isn't cooling. I'll like to know what the average cost of a Naija used example is. Owner is asking for 1.8m ![]() |
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by HeavenlyBang(m): 12:10pm On Sep 14, 2020 |
laivwire: Doesn't sound like a great idea. 3 Likes |
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by Philadelphia: 1:29pm On Sep 14, 2020 |
laivwire: Run 2 Likes |
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by laivwire(m): 2:16pm On Sep 14, 2020 |
Thanks Philadelphia: HeavenlyBang: |
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by weyreypey: 3:34pm On Sep 14, 2020 |
laivwire:Flee very fast. |
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by theoilguy: 3:52pm On Sep 14, 2020 |
Castrol extended performance 5w20 and 5w30 still in stock. |
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by radautoworks: 4:38pm On Sep 14, 2020 |
delkinz:Yes, yes and YES. great car. Fun to drive too. Doesn't have the notorious issues on some of the other benzes |
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by HeavenlyBang(m): 4:40pm On Sep 14, 2020 |
radautoworks: Yeah, apart from a defect that nukes the engine and early 722.9 problems. |
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by radautoworks: 4:46pm On Sep 14, 2020 |
HeavenlyBang:if it's still running now it's already past that ![]() |
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by HeavenlyBang(m): 4:55pm On Sep 14, 2020 |
radautoworks: Probably, but you don't know what mileage is. |
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by radautoworks: 5:10pm On Sep 14, 2020 |
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Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by delkinz(m): 7:11pm On Sep 14, 2020 |
Thank you for the input At what mileage is it safe to buy.. I'm thinking of buying it from the USA radautoworks: |
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by delkinz(m): 7:14pm On Sep 14, 2020 |
Thank you HeavenlyBang Hope you don't mind telling me those defects so I can have an idea of what I'm up against. I'm planning to buy from American auction HeavenlyBang: |
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by HeavenlyBang(m): 7:29pm On Sep 14, 2020 |
delkinz: Balance shaft issues were present on all M272 engines built in 2006 and midway through 2007. There was a recall for it, though, so most engines have been fixed by now. |
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by shortgun(m): 7:51pm On Sep 14, 2020 |
laivwire:If I were you I will get a very good bargain for the car. Since you said the vehicle was sound during test drive. List out the problems and exaggerate them very well ![]() Let the owner know you will spend alot to fix the car. The owner will come down on price ![]() ![]() ![]() These issues you listed above are not major problems. I suspect speed sensors for the Abs and break problem. For the coolant; the radiator fan is probably running full blast all the time. AC problem may just be a faulty AC pressure switch or a leaking hose or condenser. Give and take you will spend between 40-80k to fix all the issues you mentioned. Worst case 120k...that is if you will change compressor,Pressure switch, condenser to get AC to work and ABS module. |
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by laivwire(m): 8:05pm On Sep 14, 2020 |
shortgun: I'm actually thinking of buying the car, fixing it up and flipping it for a margin. Seems owner is a bit desperate. He called today for me to come pick for 1.7m. I just dont know if there'll be enough profit after repairs. The average price on Jiji and on here is not clear cut. I'm seeing prices ranging from 1.3m to 2.3m ![]() thats another reason I'll like to know the average selling cost of the facelift e350 2007/8 used |
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by Eddee(m): 8:16pm On Sep 14, 2020 |
laivwire: HeavenlyBang: Philadelphia: weyreypey: Long post alert - in short, don't buy unless it's cheaper than 1m. On a lighter note, I'm tempted to concur with the sensible advise proposed by those senior men above. But then again, if the price was 1m or less I'll advise you scan the vehicle and post codes (don't use a generic scanner, you’ll end up with what the instrument cluster is telling you, find a C3/C4 clone and it'll pull the DTCs. For the brakes, that year model doesn't use the notorious SBC, so it may just be a brake switch or even worn brake pads (brake pad wear and tear sensors), Airbags are the more serious issue, confirm vehicle wasn't involved in an accident before (the airbag lights could come up if the SAS isn't properly calibrated after a control stalk/angle sensor replacement. Does the car's horn work or it's low pitched? As for engine coolant, does the instrument cluster say "check coolant level"? If yes 3 things are in play here, 1. Blown head gasket 2. Leaking coolant hoses/coolant expansion tank/water pump - all of them will fail, it's only a matter of time (I can't find the post to the DIY i did sometime ago on my own, but it's somewhere here in this thread). 3. Confirm vehicle's thermostat hasn't been tampered with (easy way to check look at the temp guage, if it doesn't read it means kazeem don comot water switch/coolant temperature sensor). As for AC - if you hold am stand, Aunty rada will sort you out. But if you're on a budget like I'm always. There are nice folks on here who will be able to provide professional direction. But be prepared, you'll most likely change that compressor, vacuum the entire system, maybe the condenser and if you're really unlucky the evaporator core. Before i forget, the expansion valve must be changed, I suffered for 600 years before Gazzuzz pointed me in that direction. Don't worry about the HVAC's electrical system - that SAM was built to code, I read somewhere that it is the last electrical component that dies on the W211. Oh, here's a picture of my W211's instrument cluster - my kid brother's mantra is if it dies, then it dies !
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Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by shortgun(m): 9:13am On Sep 15, 2020 |
laivwire:The seller's desperation is to Ur advantage..exploit him ![]() Many factors will determine if you will make some profit or run at a loss. You said the vehicle is clean and sound; this will up the price. There is no fixed price for any vehicle. Do the necessary calculations, make Ur findings and take decision. Good luck. |
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by Midoda: 3:19pm On Sep 15, 2020 |
HeavenlyBang:2004 to 2008. http://www.mercedesmedic.com/check-my-mercedes-benz-for-balance-shaft-issue-by-vin-m272273/ OP read up and check the engine range before purchase |
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by Pesuzok(m): 2:42pm On Sep 16, 2020 |
Mercedes Benz Star Diagnosis with C4 mux and Xentry 20.3 available in Abuja. Also WIS. |
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by happydude: 6:50pm On Sep 16, 2020 |
Pls can anyone explain why this Benz has a dual system as in current the owner or driver is fueling his ride with diesel . But was surprised when I saw two different type of intakes.
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Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by HeavenlyBang(m): 7:20pm On Sep 16, 2020 |
happydude:Looks modified. |
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by kingreign(m): 8:03pm On Sep 16, 2020 |
happydude:That blue cap an ADblue fill up tank cap meant for adding ADblue fluid (a mixture of deionized water and urea) to diesel systems to reduce harmful NOx compounds and gases which are harmful to the environment. |
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by HeavenlyBang(m): 8:15pm On Sep 16, 2020 |
kingreign: Oof. TIL |
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by kunleham(m): 11:23am On Sep 17, 2020 |
I observed that the battery of my C-class start draining quickly in the last one week. What I observed and told by an auto electrician is that the terminals on the battery remain active even when the ignition is off. Who has had a similar experience and how did you resolve it? The following codes are read: P0130-07E8 GENERIC 02 SENSOR CIRCUIT BANK P0030 H02S HEATER CONTROL CIRCUIT P0073 AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR CIRCUIT HIGH |
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by radautoworks: 1:06pm On Sep 17, 2020 |
HeavenlyBang: What's TIL? Haven't heard that before |
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by HeavenlyBang(m): 1:12pm On Sep 17, 2020 |
radautoworks: Today I Learned. |
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by radautoworks: 1:45pm On Sep 17, 2020 |
HeavenlyBang: Ahhhhhhhhh.. I usually use "I was today years old when..." |
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