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What's causing a burning smell from my son's Mercedes-Benz C220? 16 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
My son purchased a Mercedes-Benz C220 eight months ago. After driving approximately seven miles there is a strong smell similar to overheating or very... -
Creaky dashboard 15 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
We have a 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC 180. We've had it for about 18 months on a three year contract with Mercedes-Benz of Bath. We are very pleased with it... -
Why is our Mercedes-Benz E320 difficult to start? 23 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have a quick query about our second car, a 2006 Mercedes-Benz E320 CDI saloon. After a fault-free three years we have now had an alternator fail and,... -
What do Tiptronic and Kompressor mean? 18 Aug 2023 (Ask HJ)
I've been doing lots of research on Mercedes before I buy. What's Tiptronic and Kompressor mean? Currently investigating private sale, sounds good. 1.8... -
What steel-roof convertible would you recommend with reasonable running costs? 7 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at buying a convertible under £25,000 that is comfortable on the motorway, fun to drive with reasonable running costs and ideally a steel folding... -
When should I change the timing belt on my van? 28 May 2024 (Ask HJ)
When should I change the timing belt on my 2016 Mercedes Citan van? -
Is Mercedes-Benz 4Matic worth the extra? 29 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking of changing my Mercedes C 220 CDI for a newer model. Is 4Matic drive worth the extra? -
Is an early transmission fluid change necessary? 21 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
Mercedes-Benz is recommending that the automatic transmission oil and filters are changed at 37,500 miles, It's a 55-'plate CDi C-Class Coupe. Is this... -
What is the best way of protecting the paint and body work on my new Mercedes-Benz? 7 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
I bought a new Mercedes E200 two months ago which I need to keep for many years. What is the best way of protecting the paint and body work? -
Is Mercedes liable for sensotronic brake control failures on a Mercedes E320? 11 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
Mercede-Benz has confirmed via diagnostics that the SBC unit on our 2004 Mercedes E320CDI has gone. I am aware there have been problems with this unit,... -
Should I expect better fuel economy from my Mercedes-Benz C200 CDi Estate? 12 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
Last September I replaced my C220CDi Mercedes-Benz Estate (85,000 miles) with a Blue Efficiency C200 CDi Mercedes Estate – both diesel automatics. Over... -
Is £317 a fair price to change the transmission fluid in my 2012 Mercedes-Benz E-Class? 24 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
The local Mercedes-Benz dealer wants to charge £317 to change the transmission fluid in my 2012 E-Class 250 CDI, 35,000 miles. Is this price reasonable... -
How much is my Mercedes SL55 AMG worth? 1 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
I need to sell my car 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG, but can't get much price guidance from Parkers or Glasses guides because it is a model fitted with the... -
What would you value my 1994 Mercedes-Benz E-Class at? 3 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have a 1994 Mercedes-Benz E280 auto.It's had one owner and done 41,000 miles. What would you value it? -
Mercedes-Benz servicing 8 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have just purchased a nine month old C180 auto and just wondered if what I have been advised to have servicing carried by Mercedes to protect future... -
What used saloon do you suggest I buy? 16 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
I need a car now I'm retired and no longer have a company car. I really don't want to spend much more on a used car than £16,000. My must haves are: an... -
Any redress against Mercedes-Benz for my fault SL55? 28 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
My SL55 won't start when it's cold - it doesn't even recognise there's a key in the ignition. I called out a Mercedes specialist (used to work for... -
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe paint problems 12 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2011 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe in red and have noticed that the paint if starting to have raised pimples in the paintwork. I regularly wax and... -
Can I run my classic Mercedes-Benz W123 E-Class on unleaded fuel with an additive? 11 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I am buying a 1982 Mercedes-Benz W123 200E. It is in superb condition, having only covered 99,000 miles. Would it be better to run it with unleaded fuel... -
Should I idle my Mercedes-Benz C180 after running to allow the turbo to cool? 17 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
I read about problems with turbos, in particular from not letting the engine tick over for a few minutes to cool down after hot running. These all seem...

