1997 Mercedes-Benz C180

Good C-classes are rarer at auctions than their 190E predecessor, yet lookedafter examples make great value for money and don’t cost a lot to run, especially in smaller-engined form. This Elegance-spec 180 had the added benefit of automatic transmission and had lasted very well for the 127,000 miles it had covered. All-in-all here was a very good example that boasted a smart grey cloth interior, very good bodywork and striking Vivanite metallic green paint. Very well bought at this price, especially as it was MoT-tested for 11 months.