NO RESERVE - 1996 Mercedes-Benz C280 (W202)
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Highlights
- Midnight Blue paintwork
- Long MOT
- Mushroom leather interior in great condition
The Appeal
The hugely successful W202 C-Class saw Mercedes-Benz through the mid ‘90s and is now having a bit of a renaissance, with car enthusiasts appreciating its three box styling once again.
This particular example looks to be in good overall condition, finished in the smart shade of Midnight Blue and features a Mushroom leather interior. ‘90s touches abound, such as the ruched leather door cards and walnut dashboard trim pieces.
The car comes with a year’s MOT and its original Mercedes-Benz owners documents. It is powered by a capable 2.8-litre straight-six petrol engine and delivers power via an automatic transmission, allowing for effortless cruising.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered 16th September 1996
- MOT valid until February 2024
- Original Mercedes-Benz document wallet
- Four volume owner’s manual
- Invoices for parts and servicing
The Interior
- Mushroom leather interior
- The leather seat covers are in good condition, with few signs of wear
- The headlining is sagging so will require attention
- The driver’s seat is well preserved, for its age
- Carpets in largely good condition, with a few small stains here and there
- Stylish ruched leather on door cards
- The dashboard is well presented, with no obvious signs of UV damage
- Full set of instruments and switches
- Walnut veneer retains a deep shine
- The steering wheel is in good shape
- Pioneer stereo fitted
- Air conditioning
- Bold, clear gauges in the instrument cluster
- To the rear, the spacious boot is carpeted throughout
- ‘Ski hatch’ allows for transport of long objects
- The spare wheel is missing
- Original jack still present
The Exterior
- Midnight Blue paintwork in good condition
- A few areas of ‘orange peel’ in the paint, and some minor scratches
- The bodywork appears to be well presented
- Prominent three-pointed star badge still present
- Exterior trim in good condition
- Lamp lenses appear clear and bright
- The windscreen is showing a little delamination around its edges
- Underneath there is a little surface rust on the running gear
- The AMG branded wheels are well presented, with no signs of scuffs or damage. They have previously been painted
- The car wears a set of four matching Goodyear tyres, which appear to retain good tread having only travelled approximately 500 miles.
The Mechanics
- 2,799cc straight-six engine
- Five-speed automatic transmission
- Original Mercedes alarm system disconnected
- Invoices on file for parts and servicing
- The only two MOT advisories are for slightly deteriorated brake hoses
Summary
A well presented example of this fine Mercedes saloon, which appears to be in very presentable condition and still looks sharp in modern traffic.
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1996
- Make Mercedes
- Model C280 (W202)
- Colour Midnight Blue
- Odometer 100,600 Miles
- Engine size 2799
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Brentwood
- Location Essex
- Country United Kingdom
22
bids
- ti•••• £2,100 15/02/23
- gu•••• £2,000 15/02/23
- ti•••• £1,900 15/02/23
- gu•••• £1,800 15/02/23
- ti•••• £1,700 15/02/23
- ja•••• £1,600 15/02/23
- fl•••• £1,500 15/02/23
- ja•••• £1,499 15/02/23
- ja•••• £1,400 15/02/23
- fl•••• £1,300 15/02/23
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