I had a second look at the c280 today and had a drive - it is an awesome car - but just as I was getting carried away the owner said "it just has a little rust over the wheel arch- nothing to worry about its only surface rust"
but I'm afraid i am worried - its not just a small piece but is about 1-2 cm wide and runs most of the length wheel arch.
he said he'd had it looked at by an independant bodyshop who had confirmed it was only surface rust. I have asked him to take it back to the main dealer to see if could be done under warranty- he didnt seem to know what the merc warranty was on the paint/ bodywork.
the car was registered march 1999 - what warranty should the vehicle have with regard to paint/rust.
other than the rust the car seems to be 100% genuine - should I go for it or will it be a rusty money pit?
comments please
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