Mercedes C class or BMW 3 series?

ahsenkamal (ahsenkamal) 2023-10-10 20:46:59 +0500 #1

Salam all.
I’m currently deciding whether to buy a Mercedes C200 or a BMW 320i series both of the years 2006-2007 but having difficulty deciding which one is the safer more reliable option.
Experienced pakwheelers who have owned these specific cars please give your suggestions on which one to get and which one is better in terms of reliability, comfort, parts and specialised mechanics availability.

Also let me know what are the pros and cons of them so I can compare which one is a better option to go for. I’ve already been researching a lot about these specific models reviews on Pakwheels forums and YouTube but didn’t got much info about the 2006 320i series.

sardarg (Singh is King) 2023-10-11 10:23:43 +0500 #2

sir ji 16 year old German vehicles may not be right choice.
German vehicle maintenance in Pakistan pose serious challenges to owners, due to cost of parts. OEM name partners shave their customers with stone.

you may not find a vehicle without jugaar class repairs done at tree shade workshops. oem maintained vehicles with upto date service history shall be considered if there is no choice.

tmuzammil05 (Muzammil Tahir) 2023-10-11 17:11:52 +0500 #3

Mercedes is far better than a Bmw in Pakistan due to availability of spares, mechanics and resale value.

sohaibshaddy1 (sohaibshaddy1) 2023-10-11 17:28:56 +0500 #4

I would opt for a Merc, if I were you.

affanhaq94 (Affan) 2023-10-11 20:36:47 +0500 #5

I would listen to Mr sardarg,

However, if you are dead set on purchasing a German car, PLEASE PLEASE have a pre-purchase inspection performed by a PROFESSIONAL mercedes/BMW technician.

If the seller is not willing to show the car to the mechanic, the car isn't worth buying anyways.

Prayers with you and hope you find a gem of a car inshallah!

omaruser156370259465 (OmarrKh.) 2023-10-12 08:11:59 +0500 #6

Mercedes is go to choice as a german car in Pakistan, more parts availability, more mechanics who can actually fix it and not do jugaars. I think that the W203 looks outdated but the 204 and E90 seem ever-green like the 211. One thing I would suggest is to get the car checked by a workshop who specifically deal in german cars so that everything would be clear to you in terms of mechanical, and electrical condition.
Don't go for a car which is in genuine paint but mechanically messed up.