There is nothing wrong with classic cars, especially ones that are well looked after.
The good news is there is no room for children in the R170.
There are plenty of posts her on tips for new buyers.
First and foremost is good history on the car - maintenance records, genuine mileage, no crash damage, not being written off etc. Good condition of body, paint and panel fit is important too. The condition of the interior will tell you a lot about the care taken by previous owners.
Common problems are untreated diagnostic codes (get them read), MAF (easily fixed), faulty camshaft position sensor, oil leaks from the engine sensors migrating along the wiring harness, the K40 fuel pump relay (dry joints), faulty brake lights (easily fixed), faulty brake switch, leaky hydraulics in the roof, water getting into the PSE, faulty windscreen washer / radiator reservoir sensor.
Good mileage comes with age of the car - go for less below averag (ie. say 10,000kms per year). 1998 is the most common year. Post facelift (after 2001) is arguably a better sorted package with some of the earlier problems attended to.
Overall it's a pretty reliable car and holds up well with age.
You see lots of problems on this forum and lots of solutions because people come here if they have problems.
Good luck with your search, and welcome to the forum.
The good news is there is no room for children in the R170.
There are plenty of posts her on tips for new buyers.
First and foremost is good history on the car - maintenance records, genuine mileage, no crash damage, not being written off etc. Good condition of body, paint and panel fit is important too. The condition of the interior will tell you a lot about the care taken by previous owners.
Common problems are untreated diagnostic codes (get them read), MAF (easily fixed), faulty camshaft position sensor, oil leaks from the engine sensors migrating along the wiring harness, the K40 fuel pump relay (dry joints), faulty brake lights (easily fixed), faulty brake switch, leaky hydraulics in the roof, water getting into the PSE, faulty windscreen washer / radiator reservoir sensor.
Good mileage comes with age of the car - go for less below averag (ie. say 10,000kms per year). 1998 is the most common year. Post facelift (after 2001) is arguably a better sorted package with some of the earlier problems attended to.
Overall it's a pretty reliable car and holds up well with age.
You see lots of problems on this forum and lots of solutions because people come here if they have problems.
Good luck with your search, and welcome to the forum.
