Country & Base – Germany – Stuttgart
Key Models:
- A-Class [premium supermini]
- B-Class [compact MPV]
- C-Class [compact executive saloon, coupe and estate]
- CLC-Class [sports coupe]
- E-Class [executive saloon,coupe, cabriolet and estate]
- CLS-Class [executive coupe-style saloon]
- R-Class [luxury 5-door]
- S-Class [luxury saloon]
- M-Class [large 4x4]
- GL-Class [luxury large 4x4]
- G-Class [large 4x4], Viano [large MPV]
- SLK [sports roadster]
- SL [GT roadster]
- SLS AMG [supercar]
RAC Cars Need To Know:
With such a vast range, it's tough to know where to begin with contemporary used Mercedes-Benz models. One thing that has certainly changed for the better in recent years is Mercedes' commitment to quality. There was a period between 1998 and 2005 when the company was turning out some rather sub-par vehicles. You'll find rusty E-Classes of this vintage, pocket money M-Classes and very tired looking A-Classes. Since then, Mercedes has tightened up on quality control and cars built within the last few years enhance rather than trade on the reputation of that coveted three-pointed star.
So where's the value to be found? Often it's towards the periphery of the range, away from the mainstream models that everybody knows so well. So if you're looking for something a little out of the ordinary which represents strong value for money, why not take a look at the long wheelbase used Mercedes R-Class sports tourer or the massive but eminently likeable GL-Class 4x4? AMG models have improved a great deal in recent years from the rather unsubtle autobahn stormers they used to be and the latest Mercedes C-Class AMG models are more than a match for BMW's M3. The estate model is especially appealing, although running a 6.2-litre engine may not be for everybody. If you have the requisite funds, the new Mercedes-Benz SLS supercar is looking strong value right now. Avoid the underwhelming early Viano, B-Class and CLC models.
Whatever used Mercedes you're after you'll be sure to find a great second hand deal on RAC Cars.com
