Description
*** Vehicle Now Sold***
2003 Mercedes-Benz (S203) C270CDI Elegance SE Tip Auto
Just 82K Miles - FSH - Just Serviced & Refreshed
A Rare Unabused Mercedes Diesel Estate
Stunning 345 Jasper Blue with Grey Leather Interior
Very High Specification Features Comand Sat Nav - Climate - Aircon - PDC
THE CAR
Date of Registration: March 14th 2003
VRM:OW03 JYX
MOT Expiry: 22nd January 2024 (No Advisories)
Mileage: 82, 272 Miles
Service History: Stamped Service Booklet (99% MB/ MB Specialist), Original Glovebox Pack, Colossal A4 file of paper work (invoices, old MOT's etc)
Last Service: 21st January 2021 @ 82, 271 Miles - Major Service
Previous Owners on V5: 4 ( Two were Father & Son - Owned For 12 Years)
Keys: Two Working Remote Keys
HPI Status: 100% Clear (report included)
WORK DONE IN PREPARATION
Full Service carried out on 21st January 2023 at 82, 271 Miles as follows:
Oil Flush
Oil/ Filter Changed (5w-30)
Air Filter Replaced
Cabin Filter Replaced
Fuel Filter Replaced
Brakes Inspected (Strip/ Clean/ Rebuild)
Brake Fluid Changed
Coolant Changed
Service Indicator Reset
Vehicle MOT’d (Pass No - Advisories)
Service Book Updated Accordingly
Vehicle Connected to STAR Diagnostic (Scanned, Checked & Historic Error Codes Cleared)
Other Work Carried Out
HP Diesel Pump Replaced Inc Pipe Seals (old pump seeping when cold)
No. 5 Fuel Injector Replaced, Seal Renewed , New Stretch Bolt Fitted/ Coded
Thermostat Replaced
Rear Exhaust Replaced
Rear Discs & Pads Replaced
Front to Rear Brake Pipes Replaced
Rear Flexi Hoses Replaced
Rear Coil Spring Replaced
Battery Replaced (Brand New Hankook 019 100ah / 850CCA)
Various Clips & Fasteners Replaced
Air-conditioning Vacuumed & Leak Tested
Air-conditioning Re-Gassed
Replace all Wiper Blades
Repair Rear Washer Jet Pipe
Headlamp Leveling Sensor & Link Arm Replaced
Paint to Rear Bumper & Rear Door (bird lime staining)
Drivers Door Pillar Trim Replaced
All Wheels Refurbished
Wheel Bolts Replaced
Wheel Centre Caps Replaced
Two New Tyres Fitted
Vehicle Tracking Ser
Key Shells & Batteries Replaced
Vehicle Cleaned Inside & Out
Tyre Pressures Checked
Wheel Bolts Torque Set To 120nm
Vehicle Tracking Check & Adjusted
FEATURES
Auto Headlamps
Xenon Headlamps
Headlamp Washers
Auto Wipers
Multiple Airbags
PDC Front & Rear
ABS + EBD & ESP
MB Comand Sat Nav
6CD Autochanger in Glovebox
Integrated Phone System
Grey Leather Interior
Heated Front Seats
Electrically Adjusting Front Seats with Memory
Electrically Adjusting Steering Column (works with seat memory)
Walnut Wood Cappings
Multi Function Steering Wheel
Electric/ Heated/ Folding Mirrors
Self Dimming Rear View & Driver's Door Mirrors
Rear Headrests
3x 3-Point Seat Belts in Rear
Cruise Control with Speed Limiter
Climate Control with Air-conditioning
Driver Information Display
Outside Temperature Gauge
Illumination Vanity Mirrors in Sun Visors
Door Exit and Foot well Lights
Electric Windows x 4
Mercedes Alarm with Total Closure Function
Remote Central Locking
Power Steering
Front Armrest
Rear Armrest with Integrated Cup Holders
Front Fog Lamps
Genuine MB Ribbed Overmats
Integrated Load Cover/ Guard
Factory Tinted Glass with Gradient Band Windscreen)
Newly Refurbished MB Alloy Wheels with New Tyres
Removable Tow Bar
Genuine Mercedes Plastic Boot Liner
Tracker (Needs Subscription)
SUMMARY
Originally supplied by Mercedes-Benz of Oxford, and sold by me twice since 2017, this is one of the highest specification W203 Estates I've come across. It was bought by a titled gentleman (OBE) in March 2003, who was also the owner of a computer/ IT company. The car was subsequently passed to his son 2006, who kept it right up to 2015. In their tenure the car was maintained, with little regard to expense, and unlike the majority of Mercedes Estate cars, this car has been used sympathetically (NOT as a van!), so the interior remains unmarked and a very nice place to be.
Back in 2017 I'd originally bought this car for myself, but on collecting it, it quickly became clear that it was far too good for the purpose I originally intended. I rectified any issues that needed attention, then a few weeks later I bought an W163 ML instead, which was far better suited to my needs (taking wheels to the refurbishers, collecting parts etc, etc).
This time around, I've been through the car with a fine tooth comb and now feel that car is probably the most sorted its ever been, and even if I do say so myself, I think I've done a rather good job, as it drives and looks fantastic! This car is in superb condition; there's not one blister anywhere, and the underside is also in good order too.
In addition to the low mileage, and it's excellent condition, it's the specification of this car that really sets it apart from the rest; it must have cost a small fortune when new; the specification list runs into a few pages!. Its also a real pleasure to drive too; the five cylinder OM612 Turbo Diesel has a very impressive delivery of low down torque, and makes this is a very quick car, yet still returns excellent fuel economy. You can also see from the pictures of the engine bay, that the engine doesn't suffer from the dreaded "black death" syndrome (solidified atomised diesel), that can affect these engines and is a result of failing injector seals.
So if you're looking for an exceptional, well maintained W203, with a superb level of specification, that hasn't been used as a van, this is it. Will it be a classic? I'm not sure, probably not, but as a practical, safe, fast and economical vehicle, it's got many years of use still left in it. It will do the same as a car costing many times the price, without haemorrhaging its value on a daily basis, but equally won't look out of place in the Golf Club, outside MacDonald's or at the Supermarket
NUMBER PLATE BLANKING
Please note that number plates are blanked or obscured in all images purely as an anti-cloning measure to protect both previous and future owners. It has to be remembered that images will stay on the internet for many, many years to come, for anyone to view, whatever their intentions. However to allow interested parties to be able to make relevant checks, the VRM will always be contained in the advert text under Vehicle Details, where available, or by request if I haven’t yet created the page.
THE MTSV DIFFERENCE
Unlike some, I don’t just simply go out, buy any old car, give it a good clean, then advertise it for more than the purchase price, disregarding any issues the car may have in the hope the new buyer won’t notice…I just couldn’t do that. The cars I source are carefully selected and I work very hard so that when my cars leave me, I have the satisfaction of knowing they are as good as they possibly can be within the constraints I have. As such I have many repeat customers and new customers that have been recommended via word of mouth…the ultimate accolade for anyone in business. To read more, see my website at - details above
Any other questions, please feel free to contact me at using the button below or on the details below. I'm a firstly and foremostly a true car enthusiast of many, many years, and a Mercedes Club Member, so it's a pleasure to meet and speak to like-minded people.
Finally, I'm situated in Keighley, West Yorkshire (Postal Code Area BD21) which is approximately 11 miles from Skipton, and 20 miles West of Leeds.
All major debit/ credit cards accepted.
Thanks for reading my advert!
Mark.
MTSV Classic Mercedes.
