Buying a new B-Class - petrol or diesel?

We have had a Mercedes-Benz A-Class from new in 2006 - a CDI 180 auto which has been faultless. We now want to replace it with a slightly bigger but still premium car and are keen on the new B-Class....

What happens to VED when you modify an engine?

The VED for my 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK 350 is £485. Other SLK 350s of the same age have lower VED, with some owners paying just £265. Is it possible to re-chip the engine and lower the CO2? Would this...

Should I buy a high mileage C-Class?

I am thinking of buying a 2010 Mercedes-Benz C220 with 112,000 miles on the clock. The dealer is asking £10,500 for the car. Do you think this is a good car to buy? I only do about 7500 miles a year and...

Air con problem with CLK

The heater/air con in my 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is either very cold or full-heat, with no in between. As soon as I click the individual control to 'on', (provided the otherside is also 'on') it goes to...

Winter tyres - which are best for the C-Class?

I shall be taking delivery of a new Mercedes-Benz C-Class 200 Sport next month and want to get winter tyres fitted, as it is a rear-wheel drive car. What tyres would you recommend and what price should...

Is the ECU unit on the B-Class a common problem?

Is the ECU unit on the Mercedes-Benz B-Class a common problem with CVT gearboxes?

Bad time to buy diesel?

After a long and frankly exhausting search for a car to replace my under powered and noisy 2006 Ford Focus Estate 1.6 auto, I have settled on the Mercedes-Benz C class estate. The best example I have found...

Should I buy a 300C Touring?

I've seen a Chrysler 300C Touring 3.0 V6 CRD Auto for £9988 with 31,000 on the clock. I fancy this to replace my Vauxhall Vectra estate, what do you think?

Should I buy extended warranty for my E-Class?

I have a 2010 Mercedes-BEnz E250 SE Blue Efficiency CDI. It came with a one year warranty that expires at the end of the month. I have called a few warranty companies and have been quoted £1017 for an...

Driving in Europe - should I take an old car?

Two years ago I bought a new Mercedes-Benz S350L, which I cherish. Problem is when I leave it in public car parks etc. I worry about dings and scratches from other drivers. I am going on a driving holiday...