Possible defection - MBClub UK

CE230 · 28-01-2010, 11:08 AM

I'm thinking of defecting

Having a look at this later on.

Much as love my MB it's becoming impracticable, I'm doing a lot more mileage than anticipated and the fuel costs are getting ridiculous.

I've looked at diesel MB but TBH they just don't inspire me as much as the coupé.

Any opinions on the Pajero and what I should be looking out for?

mykulmerc · 18-02-2010, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by CE230

I'm thinking of defecting

Having a look at this later on.

Much as love my MB it's becoming impracticable, I'm doing a lot more mileage than anticipated and the fuel costs are getting ridiculous.

I've looked at diesel MB but TBH they just don't inspire me as much as the coupé.

Any opinions on the Pajero and what I should be looking out for?

My ex-wife had one of these. It was good to drive for a 4X4. Only did low 20s mpg. My C220 CDi is much better to drive, so unless you need a 4X4 even a diesel MB would be better all round. You could go for W209 CLK coupe - 220/270/320 diesel.

The Mistsu had one or two costly repairs - so in that repsect they are similar to mercs.

crammy69 · 18-02-2010, 01:28 PM

Looks like its an import, with a Nardo steering wheel from a Eunos Roadster (mx5) on it. We used to use these in Saudi, the problems were that they werent as good as the Toyotas and parts were pricey. If your into off-roading then fine, but as family transport Id look elsewhere. Mind you , that said, at £2395 looks alot of car for te money.

Ade B · 18-02-2010, 01:45 PM

My Dad has a SWB one of these bought as a knockabout.

Its extremely slow, noisy and thirsty but comfy and when he bought it everything including the AC worked.

Currently corroding away in his driveway on sorn..

Ade

Shude · 18-02-2010, 01:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Ade B

My Dad has a SWB one of these bought as a knockabout.

Its extremely slow, noisy and thirsty but comfy and when he bought it everything including the AC worked.

My builder has one as he often has to drive onto building site and lives in the yorkshire dales. He did say that it seemed really heavy on diesel.

d w124 · 18-02-2010, 02:23 PM

I`ve always liked the look of these 2002 MITSUBISHI SHOGUN SPORT EQUIPPE TD SILVER on eBay (end time 21-Feb-10 13:40:23 GMT)

28-01-2010, 11:08 AM	#1
CE230 Hardcore MB Enthusiast Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Wylde Green Car: 230CE Posts: 574	Possible defection I'm thinking of defecting Having a look at this later on. Much as love my MB it's becoming impracticable, I'm doing a lot more mileage than anticipated and the fuel costs are getting ridiculous. I've looked at diesel MB but TBH they just don't inspire me as much as the coupé. Any opinions on the Pajero and what I should be looking out for?

18-02-2010, 01:28 PM	#3
crammy69 Hardcore MB Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Sidcup,Kent Car: 2001 W210 E55 AMG,2010 Fiat 500 1.2,2002 Triumph America,LML Star 125 DLX,1984 C70,2011 Thruxton Posts: 868	Looks like its an import, with a Nardo steering wheel from a Eunos Roadster (mx5) on it. We used to use these in Saudi, the problems were that they werent as good as the Toyotas and parts were pricey. If your into off-roading then fine, but as family transport Id look elsewhere. Mind you , that said, at £2395 looks alot of car for te money.

18-02-2010, 01:45 PM	#4
Ade B Hardcore MB Enthusiast Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: South London Car: 2006 Accord Tourer iCDTI EX Posts: 1,833	My Dad has a SWB one of these bought as a knockabout. Its extremely slow, noisy and thirsty but comfy and when he bought it everything including the AC worked. Currently corroding away in his driveway on sorn.. Ade

18-02-2010, 02:23 PM	#6
d w124 Hardcore MB Enthusiast Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: london Car: 300TE s124 E320 w124 3.6project & 300TE-24 Posts: 10,809	I`ve always liked the look of these 2002 MITSUBISHI SHOGUN SPORT EQUIPPE TD SILVER on eBay (end time 21-Feb-10 13:40:23 GMT)

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