Anything to particularly look out for when buying a Mercedes-Benz CLS?

Anything to particularly look out for when buying a 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS 320 CDI?

Derek Bell (Dublin)

Apr 2014 Filed under: choosing used car

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Expert answer

Hi Derek,

Despite being based on the 2002 E-Class (one of the most unreliable Mercedes models in history), the CLS seems to have escaped the worst of its progenitor's breakages. Just be wary of any electrical issues that can be wearisome and expensive to put right, and your 2009 prospect will not have been affected by a brake system recall that only applies to up-to-2005 models. Build quality inside is fantastic and the CLS is a joy to drive. Just watch the headroom if you're especially tall.

Neil Briscoe - Complete Car Adviser
@neilmbriscoe