Spring '93: model debut; side '95: minor modernization, engine 2.3 with compressor; winter '96: combi; VI ’97: face lifting and V6 engines 2.4 i 2.8; IV 98: diesle Common Rail; III 2000: new model
► SM technical data
bodies: since: 4-door, dim. 4516/1723/1427 mm, poj. luggage. 430 l; combi: luggage. 465/1510 l.
Motors: benz.: 4-cyl.: 1.8/122 KM, 2.0/136, 2.0 the 2.3 (compr.)/192, 2.2/150, 2.3/150; V6: 2.4/170, 2.8/ 197, 3.6/280 (C 36 AMG); V8: 4.3/ 306 (C 43 AMG); diesels: 2.2/95, 2.5 turbo/150, Common Rail (direct injection): 2.0/102, 2.2/125.
Chassis: rear-wheel drive, zaw. independent, double front. wah. prev, rear axle multi-shaft.; stabilizers.
► Faults
• immobilizer failures, central locking
• damage to high pressure pipes (diesels)
• defects in the fuel and water pumps
• defective ignition electronics
Parts prices in PLN
reflector 994
front fender 740
complete clutch 1330
brake pads (front) 289
front door glass 249
timing drive 437
Mercedes C 1.8, 1995 r.
► Summary
The medium spacious limousine and the stylish station wagon with a small luggage compartment convince the proven one, low-failure technique and high-quality finish. The prestige of cars with a star is also important. However, you have to pay a lot for all this: when purchased and during use. Very solid workmanship. Wide choice of motors. High costs