2004 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

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2004 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Kelley Blue Book Retail $8,900–$13,250  

Average Rating

4.2 out of 5
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Comfort:4.2 out of 5
Performance:4.5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:4.6 out of 5
Interior Design:4.0 out of 5
Value for the Money:4.0 out of 5
Reliability:4.0 out of 5

17 out of 21 people would recommended this car to a friend

Consumer Reviews

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OK car

by roughrider
from Wyoming | December 7, 2012

Rating from

(4)
Comfort: 3 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 4 out of 5
Value for the Money: 3 out of 5
Reliability: 4 out of 5

"Very fast, very stylish, but too small! Hard to get in and out of, interior is cramped. Didn't realize how small it is till we stopped for coffe and top of window is 2 feet below window. Tech is outdated and clumsy to use! Says it has onboard telephone but not bluetooth, not sure what type phone it is! Can only check oil and trans electronically, no dipsticks. It is fun to drive but can't get over the feeling I'm gonna end up caught in the tires of a 4X4 truck!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around


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Mercedes Benz is the very best.

by Bright Star.
from Texas | May 28, 2012

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 4 out of 5
Interior Design: 4 out of 5
Value for the Money: 4 out of 5
Reliability: 4 out of 5

"Mercedes Benz. is the most increditable car i've ever had.. its is perfect for all around driving and long distance travel."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around


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Super Value

by bohunksker
from NC | March 19, 2012

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 4 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 4 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 4 out of 5

"C230 Sport: Only C-Class worth owning. Best combination of performance, economy, dependability in the C Class."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around


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Under Rated

by Marik
from LI, NY | February 7, 2012

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 4 out of 5

"I was skeptical buying this car, since many people complain about the reliability. I drive 2002 C320 about a year now (90K miles), and I can say this car's reliability is not as bad as everyone says. Many bad parts might has been already replaced by the previous owner. LOL. Reliability aside, I think this is really great car for money (current used price is ridiculously low, IMO). I do not like hyped look of Mercedes, BMW and Audi, but I like this rather quiet and clean design like Japanese car."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Transporting family


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I love this car!!

by Carbuff
from Westlake, OH | November 24, 2011

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 4 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 4 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"Bought a new C320 4matic in 2004. It was (and maybe still is) a gorgeous looking vehicle. The performance is good and although it takes Premium fuel, the mpg is decent (around 22mpg). Maintenance was covered for 3yrs and I had no mechanical problems until 70K miles At 70K the passenger side door pull came off and the map tray on the same door came loose at 72K. The weatherstrip came loose on that same door at 74K. I took the car to a local body shop and they reattached everything for $150! Not bad. The left rear spring failed at 75K and was replaced at a local shop. The car now has 82K and still runs well. No leaks, knocks, bumps, or stalls. Still my daily commute car."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Commuting


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3 out of 3 found this review helpful

the luxury car I need right now

by Yenoors
from Montclair, NJ | November 15, 2011

Rating from

(4)
Comfort: 4 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 4 out of 5
Reliability: 4 out of 5

"This car isn't perfect, but it is very close. The comfort, the panache and the sturdiness of this car makes it amazing. My next one may be a Lexus, but then again, this might take 20 years or so...."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Commuting


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3 out of 3 found this review helpful

nice ride, cheap components

by benzo
from noyfb, connecticut | June 15, 2011

Rating from

(4)
Comfort: 4 out of 5
Performance: 4 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 3 out of 5
Interior Design: 3 out of 5
Value for the Money: 3 out of 5
Reliability: 3 out of 5

"PRO's: Great ride. Good power (mid range is phenomenal 50-90 mph). Comfortable and quiet ride. CONS: cheap components (internal door pulls all broken, both rear springs broke, catalytic converter went at 40K) - these items are all wtf type items Benz should have paid for no questions asked. MB paid for the catalytic converter but since the other stuff broke right after 50K miles they would not entertain any warranty on the springs and door pulls (spring was definitely a mfg defect - when have you ever heard of 2 broken springs!! I never broke one in any of my prior vehicles.) The door pulls are poorly designed so I havent replaced them since they WILL BREAK AGAIN. Other cheap components: brake pads gone at 35K and they dusted like crazy - I replaced these cheapo pads with aftermarket pads - now much more life and no dusting!). This car has MB feel and comfort and safety(?) but VW components."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Commuting


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6 out of 7 found this review helpful

My mommy car

by bree
from Biloxi MS | May 12, 2011

Rating from

(3)
Comfort: 4 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 2 out of 5
Value for the Money: 4 out of 5
Reliability: 4 out of 5

"I didn't want a mini van- so this worked for me. I love the way it looked and the drive is very smooth. I even started a trend at the private school my children attend! lol. So here is the bad about the C320 wagon- my handles came off- ALL of them. The sunroof is a bit unpredictable. I had to replace the motor for the back windows-twice. I was shocked by the cheapness of some of the materials. This was my dream car...I will buy another benz- just not a the C-class"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Transporting family


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5 out of 5 found this review helpful

The Car I paid cash to obtain

by Sly
from Tuskegee,Al | May 3, 2011

Rating from

(4)
Comfort: 4 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 4 out of 5

"It indeed was an excellent car. I drove it from the original mileage of 599 to 53000. It was flexible for the sport minded man. I had a turbo c230 and it ran smoothly. I had only one problem with it and it was the transmission filter but other than that it was a good car. I would rate it between 1 - 5, an 4 stars."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around


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Most Reliable Car I've Owned

by Superior Auto Land
from NYC | April 13, 2011

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 4 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"Great Buy************************************ Sexy***************************************** You will get a lot of attention!*********************"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Having fun


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