Used Mercedes-Benz Cars for Sale

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Used Mercedes-Benz cars overview

A used Mercedes-Benz is a cut above most second-hand cars. The prestige of the Mercedes name means that a used Mercedes is rarely a cheap option, but the best Mercedes models offer comfort, quality and practicality.

There’s a broad choice of Mercedes on the used market. From estates to sports cars, from hatchbacks to SUVs, whatever sort of car you have in mind there’s probably a Mercedes that fits the bill.

In years gone by Mercedes had a brilliant reputation for reliability. More recently Mercedes has no longer been the standard-setter in this respect, but a used Mercedes can still make a reliable buy if you choose a car that’s been well looked after.

Pick wisely, and a used Mercedes can be a car that you are proud to own.

Popular used Mercedes-Benz models

Here’s what you need to know about the most popular used Mercedes models.

Used Mercedes A-Class

The A-Class started out as a super-practical small car, with lots of space for its size. More recent models have dialled down the practicality in favour of more desirable looks and a cabin with real wow-factor. These are pricey cars for the room they offer, though, and a bigger boot would be useful.

Used Mercedes CLA

Think of a Venn diagram with style in one circle and practicality on the other. You’ll find the Mercedes CLA at the point where the style circle just begins to overlap the other. This four-door coupé looks fantastic inside and out, and it has room for five although the rear seats are cramped. It’s a high-tech car, but an expensive used buy.

Used Mercedes GLA

If you need a car that’s similar in size to the A-class, but want an SUV rather than a hatchback, the GLA could be for you. It’s a good-looking car, although some alternatives are more fun to drive and the boot could be bigger. Strengths include a great infotainment system and lots of room in the back seats.

Used Mercedes GLC

A used Mercedes GLC is an alternative to a BMW X3 or an Audi Q5. It’s a family-friendly SUV with space inside for five. The ride is comfortable and the GLC makes a brilliant motorway cruiser. The equivalent BMW is more fun, though, and the Merc is an expensive choice compared to mid-sized SUVs from less upmarket brands.

Used Mercedes C-Class

The C-Class is a classy and comfortable executive car. Take your pick from saloons and estates. Either way, this is quite an expensive used car although if you think of it as a shrunken S-Class suddenly the price isn’t so unreasonable. Recent models are crammed full of tech and look as elegant on the inside as they do on the outside.

FAQs

Are used Mercedes good cars?

Yes, most used Mercedes are good cars. A used Mercedes is usually more expensive than similar cars that do the same job, but almost all Mercedes models are classy, comfortable, and stylish.

Are used BMW good cars to buy?

Yes, a used BMW is typically a good car to buy. Find an example that’s been serviced regularly and well cared for and a used BMW can give many years of service.

Which used Mercedes is the most reliable?

An E-Class is a good choice. Whether you opt for a saloon or an estate, a used Mercedes E-Class should make a reliable buy.

Are used Mercedes cars expensive to maintain?

Yes, prices tend to be above average. Main dealers certainly won’t be cheap, although they will know the cars inside out and use genuine parts. There are lots of independent specialists, often staffed by ex-franchised-dealer mechanics, and they typically undercut main dealers.

Why are used Mercedes cars so cheap in the UK?

If you find a good used Mercedes at a cheap price in the UK, count yourself lucky. As a rule, these are not cheap used cars, so be very careful before buying any Mercedes that seems more affordable than other similar examples.

Do used Mercedes hold their value?

Yes, a used Mercedes tends to hold its value very well. That makes a second-hand Merc relatively pricey, but it should still be worth a healthy amount of money when you sell it on.