Mercedes-Benz introduces scrappage scheme

Mercedes-Benz has introduced a scrappage scheme, offering up to £7000 off a new model when you trade-in your old diesel.

Diesel vehicles must be Euro 1 - 4 to be eligible for trade-in and customers must have owned the vehicle for at least six months. The scheme cannot be used alongside any existing finance offers.

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If your diesel car was built before 2010, it's likely eligible for the trade-in bonus. The scheme ends on 31 December 2017, however, Mercedes-Benz estimates the delivery dates as from now until 31 March 2018.

Smaller models like the A-Class are available with £3000 savings, while the C-Class saloon and estate come with a hefty £7000 discount.