1998 Mercedes Benz c230 walkaround pov test drive.

[@cas20___34]

Just bought my first car exactly the same model and year it looks brand new everything works!

[@clover7359]

That’s amazing, you were very fortunate to get this opportunity. Very cool car.

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

Volvocloud I know right. Love this car.

[@sullysaints2337]

my mom gave me this car. she’s the first owner. 90k miles in white in the highest trim level. it runs better than my 2017 corolla

[@nomebear]

My 1998 C230 has 255,000 miles and is solid as a rock. Service records indicate regular maintenance by Mercedes trained shops. These are solid machines, were used as taxis in 3rd world countries and are still on the roads. Enjoy! They have a good many features that are not obvious, so read the manual or watch YT videos. The other car in the garage is a 2019 Subaru Legacy. There's no comparison. The M-B seems better, solid, and is more fun to drive.

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

Yes this car was awesome. I sold it back in 2019 unfortunately

[@rheagregory1873]

I'm get mines in 2 weeks .. a black 1 just like this 1 cant wait to drive mines around ..

[@cam_fras4605]

Rhea Gregory same here!

[@brunobaezaf.4705]

how its going?

[@isma_y1lovq53]

Love this car we just have bought this car

[@sharelp4418]

6:30 “ stop sign? hell to the no no”

[@FattGlo]

I noticed that too he blows stops signs like his wife blows me

[@Mr330d]

@@FattGlo You sad sad man

[@masehlatifi5266]

Just bought one from retired family 2000 c230 only 49000 miles drive like a dream I hate the new design of mercedes. I hope the bring this quality ride back..

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

I am very jealous. I have always wanted a 2000 c class. Last yr. Best yr of that body. The 2001 and up went to shit

[@madseason29]

Nice looking Car🙏

[@carsonprevatte4890]

Really enjoyed the video, Joe! Would like your opinion (or anyone else): I'm considering a $1600, 208k mi 1998 C230 in similar condition with records from a friend who has owned it for three years. Like you said, it "defies its age" and has been VERY reliable for him the last 50k mi or so other than a spring perch snapping off nearly causing a wreck (yikes). I think it's a good value, but I also think it's $1600 that could be put towards a lower mileage example that isn't approaching the age where everything breaks. My other two vehicles are both 200k+, Volvo 740 and old 2.3 Ranger, but don't need much to stay on the road. Thinking this C230 might be a good fit for my fleet, but I don't know the cars well.

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

Spring perch broke! What! Are u in a rust state? Because that can happen to them in those states. If you go check it out. Have some start it for you while you listen for a rattle at start up. If you here noise from engine At start up. It can be the timing chain. They are more prone to fail on this engine then any other Mercedes engine. If you hear a rattle sound right when the cars starting up that means the chain has already stretched so that’s never a good sign. Otherwise they are a very good and reliable way to get around. Hope this helps.

[@teamyak4887]

Carson Prevatte got mine for 1050 207k miles beautiful car

[@carsonprevatte4890]

@@JoesGoldenGarage Thanks for the advice. Difficult to fimd straightforward info om these cars relative to my Volvos and Ford trucks. Ended up buying it. Ill listen for the rattle. Difficult to change the timing chain tensiomer?

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

Carson Prevatte I have not tried one yet.

[@raulsifuentes702]

How did your purchase go? I'm interested to know how long you kept the car, and what type of maintenance you performed since owning it.@@carsonprevatte4890

[@ghostball_]

I just got one with 180k miles and runs absolutely good my radio doesn’t work it does have the original radio

[@cikomode2413]

Dude today I literally bought one with 180k miles and original non working radio lol

[@mysteriousqc3431]

@Joes Golden Garage do you still have this car? If so, could you please make a video on how to remove the driver side lower dash? I need to open it up to pass a wire, thanks in advance & keep up the great videos!

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

sold it last summer sorry

[@sheilahall150]

Hi Joe - enjoyed watching your videos. I too have a 1998 C230 and I just love it (my mom passed it down to me. I leased a 1997 C280 back in 2000, but when my lease expired I chose to return it. My mom on the other hand chose to purchase her 230 once her lease expired, hence that is why I am in possession of the car now). She kept up with all of the maintenance just as your previous owner and that's probably why it's in such good condition (engine wise) - fortunately for me it only has 125k miles on it! I was wondering if you could help me with something. The wood grain panel (or strip) on the driver side door as cracked on part of it has come off. I've tried looking online at some of the car parts sites, but unsuccessful at finding a replacement. Might you know where I can find a replacement? I would really appreciate your assistance and I would like to talk and compare our cars since I've never known anyone who actually happens to have the same car in such great shape (if not better) than mine! Hope to hear from you - Sheila Oh, and by the way, I watched your other video on how to change the head lamp and brake light bulbs - thanks...you saved me a lot of money :).

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

I never found replacements. The previous owner put woodscrews in Each broken piece And screwed them back on to the door. It did not look the best because you can see the screwheads but if you would buy a dark brown screw instead of a silver screw you probably would not notice. That would trim brakes on every single one of them has Time and years go by. I sold mine a couple of years ago I really enjoyed that car and I wish I hadn’t sold it because it was such a well taken care of Car. It would be real hard to find another one in that good of condition. Good luck with yours and it should serve you well for years to come!

[@DeadlyCrypto]

Hello thanks for the video. What would you say the mileage expectancy is for a vehicle like this that has been properly maintained? Thanks in advance

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

Timing chain is main thing to look for. Frequent oil changes help that. The chain on this one rattled a very little bit

[@epimp9808]

Getting mine tomorrow for 700 😎

[@gerardodominguez5755]

How was it?

[@360milliondollars]

I was looking for an Acura Legend, Volvo 850, but I suppose I will be getting a Merc that remind me of those cars LOL

[@TheWendolGuild]

im getting standing water in rear passenger foot well ... when it reain how do i fix?

[@damianpasour]

Was it Reliable For you because I’m thinking about buying a 1998 C 230? Do you still Have it

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

It was a great car. Super reliable. I sold it last summer to buy a 2002 e320

[@cam_fras4605]

Would you say the ride quality is above average considering it it’s mid range luxury, or does it drive like most cars

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

Carbon MF it is very firm. But it helps make for a great freeway ride. It tracks straight and true

[@nelsonbi2008]

It's a Mercedes, Man

[@yunisbalakisiyev7243]

0-100 howmany second ?

[@ringer7622]

I got a 99 Kompressor, I spank these all the time. I paid 1900 with 150000 and it just as nice as this.. nicer

[@germanempire859]

It's in your profile picture.

[@JS-bp3up]

I'm looking at a 00 kompressor. 5200 with 89k miles. My heart is set on a ls430 though so not sure.

[@Loveyourselfnottheworld]

I got one for $250 today 😍 it’s a 99

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

Hell yeah. Good deal

[@ceferovilkin]

Beanz , wow 😱 .İt is the cheapest.

[@isma_y1lovq53]

We bought it for 6k dollars

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

I actually sold the car to a guy that had a drug problem and he only kept it a couple weeks until he lost the key. He offered to sell the car back to me for $900

[@isma_y1lovq53]

@@JoesGoldenGarage oh If anyone read this then don't do drugs!

[@madseason29]

It’s about as fast as it 95 318 😂

[@ruslan.bagiyev]

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