Hi, C class mercedes is the best quality for under 10k? What year should i stay away from and what year would was most reliable. I am looking at the 1996 style of the C2XX class. What is this style/model called?

 

I would submit the the "best MB under 10K" is "the least used MB under $10K".

The lowest mileage one you can find is your best bet.

-Eric

 

Keep in mind that if the car was properly maintained then mileage is not as big of an issue. You an usually tell how a car was taken car of by really looking at things closely and taking the car the a qualified mechanic to check it over. I got lucky and had a perfect 98 c230 "elegance" located for me with only 47k for $10,500 U.S. (actually owned by a little old lady who drove it to church on sundays but was meticulous about care and proper maintanence). I might have paid a little more than the norm for a 98' but as I said, the car was in perfect condition inside and out, and I am VERY particular. I have seen a range of $9,500 for a 98 base model with 63k to $12,500a 2000 loaded sport with 58k. I am not sure where you are but Autotrader.com seems to be a good place to find these car as well as Cars.com. I have also seen some good ones on craigslist.com. If you are in the Northeast Ohio region then I have the person to locate you one.

Jim
98' Merc c230 Elegance, silver, grey leather 47k
03' Bmw 325i, silver, black leather, 70k (wifes car)

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