1999 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C230 Kompressor Supercharged C2 PKG Sedan

2.3 Liter DOHC Supercharged/Intercooled Inline 4

Automatic

WDBHA24G8XA768072

Clear

Gasoline

1999 MERCEDES-BENZ C230 KOMPRESSOR 1999 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor Supercharged Engine • Polished Chrome Wheels Beautiful Leather Interior • Spectacular Aspen Green Paint Fully Serviced • New Brakes • Limited Slip Rear Differential • Functional Diamond If you want to make a deal, pick up the phone and talk your serious offer. 702-353-7500 I don't respond nicely to lame emails that ask: "What's your reserve?" "What's your bottom line?" "What's the least you'll take?" "What's your bottom dollar?" "Do you have a Buy-it-Now?" "What's it take to buy it?" "What's you asking price?" Emailing you a figure will not happen but we can converse about it. It's a flippin' Auction! That means...your number counts...not mine. Oh, and by the way, if you've sent me an email with one of the lame questions above, I'll instantly presume you haven't taken the time to even read the content of the listing and that you have no intention of buying at any relevant market value figure. 26 Years in the business has taught me that serious buyers read every line, look at every picture and research well enough on their own to feel confident to make offers. Our presentations are unmatched and we cater to the serious buyers. THE ONLY WAY YOU CAN WORK YOUR DEAL IS TO CALL ME! My vehicles are so unique and rare that knowing what it should sell for is nearly impossible. That's why eBay's auctions...with serious buyers making offers...works it's magic. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor VIN: WDBHA24G8XA768072 Odometer: 98,194 Engine: 2.3 Liter DOHC Supercharged Inline 4-Cylinder Transmission: 5-Speed Automatic Exterior: Aspen Green (891) Interior: Parchment Leather (145) Built: April 20, 1999 - Germany Over 162 high resolution pictures below. Standard Equipment 2.3 Liter DOHC Supercharged/Intercooled Inline 4-Cylinder Engine 185 horsepower @ 5,300/200 ft-lb. torque @ 5,300 RPM Electronic 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 4-Wheel Power Disc Brakes with ABS 4-Wheel Independent Suspension Power Windows Cruise Control Air Conditioning with Dust Filter 10-Way Power Driver's Seat Driver and Front Passenger Front and Side Airbags Front Seatbelt Pretensioners ASR Traction Control Remote Keyless Entry Leather Interior Burl Walnut Interior Trim Integrated Garage Door Opener Auto-Dimming Inside Rear View and Driver's Outside Mirrors Dual Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors Reading Lamps Front and Rear Cup Holders Carpeted Floor Mats Anti-Theft Alarm with Engine Immobilizer 15 x 7 Inch 8-Hole Alloy Wheels Full Size Spare on Alloy Wheel 3.27 Rear Differential 16.4 Gallon Fuel Tank Optional Equipment C2 Value Added Package: 10-Way Power Passenger Seat Split Fold-Down Rear Seat Power Glass Sun Roof Other Items Clarion VZ401 DVD Receiver with 7-Inch Touch Screen Michelin Primacy MXV4 BF Goodrich Advantage T/A Steel Belted Radials 195/65R15 Recent Work New Front and Rear Brake Pads New Valve Cover Gasket Re-Torque Cylinder Head New Transmission Fluid Back-story from the owner... So, you have been looking for the nicest, best kept and maintained Mercedes Benz C230 Kompressor you can find...and you are here on eBay because you have already seen and passed up a bunch in your neck of the woods that were all less than even your lowest expectation of quality. I know how you feel. Every week I go to specialty and dealer-only auctions to find the best of the best in what I call "niche autos". I'll see roughly 1500-3000 local cars on my lists every week and only find a handful of treasures. First, I sit at my desk and overview the online lists and cherry pick the cars I've come to know are hard to find and great for my business model of exclusively marketing on eBay. Older low mileage cars and cream puffs are always hitting my list when they show up. Two to three a week may show up between the three major auctions as well as a few local classifieds. But seeing them on a list and actually looking at them can reveal a very different story. The true test of finding a spectacular car includes years of experience in professionally appraising them as I have; 27 years to be exact. I am extremely picky about what I buy. Ownership history, service history and condition, condition, condition are very important to me. All too often, high-end luxury cars are not cared for as well as they should be...but some are. This is one you won't want to let slip past you. Original spectacular paint, stunning original interior, a service history that was by the book, that and modern looks and class, not to mention important recent maintenances that we did and you won't need to do...what more could you want? A great deal? OK, got that covered too. No, you will not be buying this car for wholesale or low book values, but you and I already know you get what you pay for. In today's world of used vehicles, finding a $1000 to $4000 car that needs nothing and will be exceptionally reliable...is like finding an honest politician. So if that's your budget, be prepared to find and drive your local junk as you won't find me selling it for that here online. If you want unmatched quality, service care and condition, this car is a rare find. Listen to what Foy, our writer had to say about his weekend in this car. Then really look at the service history recorded below and the maintenance we did. Look at every picture very carefully and see the stunning condition up close and personal...then make your call with your offer; you won't be disappointed. Thanks for reading and getting to know us. Doug Williams Owner/Enthusiast - Viva Las Vegas Autos, Inc. 702-353-7500 This car has balls. After having this potent little C-class as a daily driver, that's what I have to say to anyone looking for a bullet-proof Benz, especially if you've never experienced the supercharged version of Mercedes-Benz's 2.3 liter engine. This car has balls and it absolutely does not feel like a 4-cylinder. It's not just a fast car, either. It is a good car with tons of leg room (6'4" here) and the interior is so nice, I kept looking at the odometer expecting to see 20 or 30,000 miles. 98,192 . . . really? We sell lots of Mercedes-Benz vehicles and most I've seen with 40k miles don't look half as good as this Aspen Green cream puff . . . available dates/mileage 4-99 compliance label build date 4-20-99 vehicle assembly - ?, Germany 7-6-99 Nevada DMV - Las Vegas 6 miles 10-4-00 Nevada DMV - Las Vegas 12-6-01 Nevada emissions - Las Vegas 18,585 11-18-09 Nevada emissions - Las Vegas 65,069 7-12-10 Stephen Wade Auto Center - St. George, Utah - vehicle offered for sale 67,540 7-20-10 Stephen Wade Honda Mazda - St. George, Utah - vehicle sold 67,961 7-21-10 dealer inventory - vehicle offered for sale 9-20-10 Nevada emissions - Las Vegas 68,358 11-30-10 Nevada DMV - Las Vegas 5-2-11 dealer inventory - vehicle sold 10-17-11 Nevada emissions/DMV - Las Vegas 78,938 10-18-12 Nevada emissions/DMV - Las Vegas 88,240 10-17-13 Nevada emissions/DMV - Las Vegas 95,145 12-16-13 Nevada DMV - Henderson 1-22-14 Nevada emissions 98,125 1-23-14 Adesa inspection - North Las Vegas, Nevada 98,148 1-29-14 A-Best Auto - Henderson, Nevada - new stop light switch, transmission harness plug, valve cover gasket, transmission fluid, new front and rear brake pads 98,169 1-20-14 current 98,194 I like it. I want to own it. On the way home yesterday, it was hard not picturing this Mercedes in my life for real. The air conditioning was icy cold and unlike most aftermarket stereo installations we come across in this business, the Clarion head unit in this car (with its motorized 7-inch touch-screen) sounds just like the Harman Kardon system I was listening to the day before in an M3. It tracks down the highway with no vibrations, no pulling and feels rock solid. We installed new brake pads, front and rear, the tires have years of life left and the whole car is confidence inspiring, like you wouldn't hesitate to take a long trip. Like you want to take a road trip . . . Dark tint. Shiny wheels. Although Aspen Green is a bona fide Mercedes-Benz color, I don't see it very often and I like seeing it on this car with its dark tint and high-polished 8-hole alloy wheels. The paint is actually very good, panel seams are tight and the body is straight too . . . Dealers like us are not the bad guy. Buy a pretty, shiny Mercedes from a private individual and you are taking a huge risk. We have documentation showing this car has been fully serviced and can even put you in touch with the authorized facility that did the brakes and told us what we already knew. The three previous owners of this C230 took very good care of their car. Private sellers can't tell you that. They also don't know how to perform an inspection and don't know what to look for in a used Mercedes. We are Mercedes-Benz experts and it is not arrogance if it's true. This is a top-shelf Mercedes because our mechanic says it is and because we say it is . . . What about that wavy area below the right tail light? The car has a squeaky clean Carfax so, we know nothing serious happened and honestly, the rest of the car is so unbelievably awesome, it took me about a half minute to get over it. No joke, it's barely noticeable and it looks much less significant in person. Especially when you're behind the wheel, marveling at the quality of everything . . . Original Window Sticker It every way that matters, this Mercedes-Benz looks and functions like a new car and with things like traction control, auto-dimming mirrors, side airbags and a power sun roof, it feels like a high-end sports sedan. We have the original window sticker with its $34,070 MSRP. In 1999, an entry level Mercedes-Benz like this cost nearly as much as a Corvette. Quality doesn't come cheap . . . The Perfect Car for You I have to believe this 1999 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor is a perfect fit for a lot of people. It's amazing mileage on the highway made a believer of my wife and I know it would be the perfect car for your family too. And, don't believe the myth of a Mercedes costing a fortune to repair. It simply is not true and not only that, a Mercedes breaks far less often than most other vehicles. Mercedes-Benz makes the best car in the world and we have fully checked this Mercedes out and fixed the few small things it needed. It is, therefore, the best C230 in its condition on the planet. If you're looking for a bargain C-class, this is not the car for you and we won't negotiate as if this were a normal C230. If you want to step up to spectacular, this is the car for you. Both front bucket seats are covered in creamy Parchment leather and both are 10-way power adjustable. Walnut trim, cold air conditioner and interior quality you can brag to your friends about . . . Front and side airbags, seatbelt pre-tensioners, traction control and 4-wheel power disc brakes with ABS . . . Clarion DVD receiver has a motorized 7-inch screen and is navigation ready. (GPS add-on required) Optional power tilt/slide glass sun roof. 2.3 Liter DOHC Supercharged Inline 4-Cylinder 185 horsepower @ 5,300/200 ft-lb torque @ 2,500 RPM Assembly line clean undercarriage . . . This car also has a 3.27 limited slip rear axle. VIN Decode: WDBHA24G8XA768072 country W Germany manufacturer D Mercedes-Benz type B passenger car model or series H C-class, W202 (1994-2000) body style A 4-door sedan model within series 24 C230 Kompressor (?) restraint system G active belts, driver and front passenger airbags check digit 8 matches per NHTSA model year X 1999 assembly plant A sequential production number 768072 Compliance label with April, 1999 build date. SA codes 059 wheel ? AJ.98/2 ? 524 paintwork preservation 140A MB LEX ? 543 dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors 145A Parchment leather interior 551 theft deterrent system 221 power driver's seat 570 folding front center armrest 222 power passenger seat 580 air conditioning 231 garage door opener 584 power windows 249 auto-dimming inside rear view mirror 616 combined tail lights ? 254 radio MB audio 30 - USA 634 delete first aid kit 265 lines-no.plate discontinued (possibly discontinued use of exterior emblem) 636 delete warning triangle 287 rear seat trunk pass-thru 657 8-hole polished aluminum wheels 292 front side airbags 668 shipping packaging with tie-down hooks 414 power tilt/slide glass sun roof 673 high capacity battery 423 5-speed automatic transmission 679 full size spare on alloy wheel 461 English instrument cluster 809 change of model year (last digit indicates year) 471 locking rear differential (3.27) 891 Aspen Green metallic exterior paint 494 U.S. version 955 elegance equipment package Brand new brakes all around. Original window sticker with $34,070 MSRP. Original owner books. A note from the owner. I am a “used car dealer” but before that, I’m an automobile enthusiast. I love original rare and high quality modified vintage cars and over the past decade I’ve been in business, have come to appreciate an expanding selection of high-demand, high value vehicles. I specialize in and am always on the lookout for cars and trucks that were cherished by their previous owners. I have an experienced eye for quality but I’ve discovered that my preferred buyer can instantly discern such a vehicle and I have therefore, built my business and reputation around finding these kinds of cars for this type of customer. Super low miles and/or gentle ownership are strict requirements but a car must do something for me on a personal level if there is any hope of convincing you, the bidder, that this is an above average, exceptional vehicle. If nothing about the car excites me, it probably won’t do much for you either and I would soon be out of business. With just four employees and no sales people, I realize how unusual a “dealership” like mine may at first glance appear. It has taken great care and effort to create such an organization and often, an unusually high investment in a particular car we are about to list. To sell the best it is critical to have a trusted expert in my corner and Chris, owner of A-Best Auto Repair in Henderson, Nevada has my back. He and his crew can fix anything; from a low budget beater to the absolute most expensive exotic you can name, no job is too big and no small detail unimportant. They do an exhaustive 130 point inspection on each and every vehicle and nothing escapes their methodical investigation. Experience has shown that everything I spend making a car truly “right” will come back to me not only with a higher selling price, but a happy customer that says good things about me. Moreover; it allows my writer to describe the car with ease and confidence, something that simply is not possible unless he thinks it is true. If major issues are found or the cost of fixing the car the way it should be makes it too expensive to sell, my choice is an easy one. I simply absorb a few hundred dollars loss for my trouble and sell it at auction. After the vehicle is fully sorted it arrives at our facility where it encounters the suspicious eye of Tom, my writer that creates the presentations you see on eBay. He believes absolutely nothing I or anyone else tells him about the car as he combs over every inch, researches its history and documents originality and authenticity. Historical significance, rarity, special features, possible modifications and much more are used to accurately describe the vehicle with integrity and honesty. Most important for the potential buyer are the 100 to 150 high resolution pictures that I take myself. The pricey equipment I use would be right at home in the hands of the very best professional photographers and I’ve developed a logical format that walks you around the entire vehicle with close-up shots of every square inch. I provide detailed views of the interior, under the hood and then put it on a lift to show the undercarriage and confirm that the beauty of the car you are considering is not merely skin deep. Even our detailers are enthusiastic about the cars they so meticulously clean. This reconditioning can sometimes take several days and I’ve converted a paint booth, especially prepared for the professional clay bar and polishing each car lovingly receives. Usually, I’ll also include a high definition video that shows the car doing its thing. If it’s a fast car, we film it going fast. If it’s a 4x4 you’ll see it crawling up a hill. In every case you will hear things like a rumbling exhaust, working sound system and watch the temperature fall on a digital, laser thermometer pointed at an air conditioning vent. How many “dealers” will video a Lotus Esprit doing a buck-eighty? We do. No “dealer,” on-line or in the real world, takes it to this level. No other seller or organization provides you, the buyer, with so much information. I do this because it is the only way I can convince a person; often a world away, unable to touch or feel their purchase, that my vehicle is for real and what I say is the truth. All the above is necessary for me to stay in business while keeping integrity intact. I want every buyer to be happy and I need glowing feedback on eBay. To accomplish that I need satisfied customers that are as thrilled with their purchase as I was when I bought it. If you have any questions at all, please call me on my cell at: 702-353-7500. If your inquiry is sincere and your offer serious, you’ll find me the most accommodating business partner you’ve ever dealt with. If you call or e-mail asking for my reserve or “what is my bottom line” I will be looking for ways to politely end the conversation. Until you are ready to actually pull the trigger, I will happily quote you the absolute highest nationally advertised suggested retail price I can find – a number we both know will not buy the car so, don’t waste your time, or mine. I am after all, a “used car dealer.” Serious buyers know the maximum they can offer. I then must simply decide if I can sell for that number. If you hit the reserve, the decision is no longer mine. I must sell at that number. OFFERS GET MY ATTENTION: 702-353-7500 or Doug@vivalasvegasautos.com If you want to make a deal, pick up the phone and talk a serious offer. 702-353-7500 I don't respond to emails asking for "bottom line, sale price, reserve, or Buy-it-Now" figures on top line cars. THE ONLY WAY YOU GET THOSE FIGURES IS TO CALL ME! The book values posted below are relevant to "real" selling figures. NADA & KBB wouldn't be in business if their values were not real but their figures are averaged for the entire nation. If this car is less than or better than this average, bid or offer accordingly. Please ask about our service programs and pricing. Cars sold without warranties are sold As-Is. Waiver's of Warranty will be signed if declined. All automobiles have breakdowns; some minor, some serious. I know, because I fix them without the advantage of a warranty. You don't have to. Seriously consider a safety net for the unknown. Most vehicles are already pre-qualified for the warranties with AULcorp.com Terms of Sale This vehicle is safely stored in our beautiful climate controlled showroom in Boulder City, Nevada. We are just 25 minutes from Las Vegas International Airport (McCarran) and welcome the opportunity to meet the winning bidder there and drive them to our facility for vehicle delivery. We have years of experience with vehicle shipping, nationwide and across the globe. We stand ready to facilitate whatever arrangements are necessary, at the buyers request and expense. This vehicle will not be delivered or released for shipment until complete payment is received and all funds have cleared. Third party, pre-purchase vehicle inspections are welcome BEFORE the auction ends. We are happy to answer questions about this vehicle and resolve any concerns you may have BEFORE YOU BID and BEFORE THE AUCTION ENDS . . . THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS. If you are in the Las Vegas area, we invite you to stop by for a demonstration. A $1000 non-refundable partial payment must be received 24 hours from the end of this auction . We prefer VISA but will accept PayPal if necessary. Full payment must be received within four (4) business days of the end of auction. Cashiers-check, direct deposit or cash in person are acceptable but BANK to BANK WIRE TRANSFER IS PREFERRED for US winners and required for all winning bidders outside the United States. Loan checks can be accepted only after prior approval from the owner, Doug Williams. M/Os will NEVER be accepted. CHECKS in ANY FORM MUST BE CLEARED as CASHABLE FUNDS before delivery of any item. Free and clear title is in seller's possession and will be transferred upon payment in full. Important: Winning bidders on-line enter a legal and binding contract to purchase the vehicle presented here. Bidders that win the auction and then do not pay, will be aggressively pursued. Non-paying bidders will be prosecuted. If you do not intend to purchase this vehicle, DO NOT BID. We will happily do whatever is required to assist a legitimate bidder that intends to purchase the vehicle with their transaction. This vehicle sold AS-IS, with no warranty. This is not a new vehicle, it is used. A used vehicle will have normal wear and tear congruent to its age and/or mileage. This vehicle may have dings, scratches or other indications of use because it has been used. Terms such as "perfection," "flawless" or "mint" may not be subjective but all other descriptions are. When you bid, you understand and agree to these terms. Please call Doug @ 702-353-7500 with ANY questions. Email: Doug@VivaLasVegasAutos.com Sales tax, smog and title fees may be applicable to Nevada residents. A document fee of $200.00 will be added to the closing auction price. An optional 15 day drive-away permit is available for $8.25. New eBay bidders with (0) feedback or international bidders please make contact by email or phone at least 2 hours before bidding. We reserve the right to cancel bids if necessary to protect our clients. Research for this ad was done with all due diligence toward an accurate presentation of the facts. All information herein represents our sincere effort to be correct. If we have made any errors or provided information later found to be inaccurate, we will correct these mistakes and resolve any issues that occur as a result, as far as it is within our ability to do. Descriptive words like "perfect" or "flawless" are subjective opinions because nothing is perfect; flaws are inevitable. If you question what you see, feel free to inspect our vehicles in person or by a professional inspection service strictly prior to the close of the auction. Post auction inspections are unacceptable and we reserve the right to sell to the follow up bidder immediately. Viva! Las Vegas Autos, Inc. 707 Yucca St. Boulder City, Nevada 89005 Office Line - 702-889-Viva (8482) Fax Line - 702-889-8486 Dlr # 26850 Doug Williams Owner Direct Line - 702-353-7500 Win Victoriously, Your Way! Find Out How to Make Your Deal Immediately! We Can and Will Find a Way to Make it Happen for You on eBay. Beat all the last minute bidders to the punch! Save Time & Last Minute Disappointment Keeping the Deal on eBay & Keeping it Safe! Don't worry eBay! We'll make sure the auction completes & does not happen off of eBay! We wouldn't want eBay to think we're trying to circumvent their fees! Keeping our clients safe and getting positive feedback is critical to us! Almost as critical as EBay's enforcement of their circumventing fees policy. A Note for Potential Victims Please let us know if you see our vehicles under listings of obvious question or if you receive a "Second Chance Offer" with any e-mail other than ours. You can easily recognize the crooks with the stupid low "Buy it Now" price and the direct e-mails off the eBay system. They'll never disclose a telephone number or address either. If they won't talk to you, return a call or can't send you a copy of a title to the vehicle . . . DON'T SEND THEM MONEY or fall for their sneaky e-mails and redirects attempting to get your seller ID and password. * Be Careful! * Be sure to ask about our Available Warranties & Review our Programs and Pricing on the Links below. Some Vehicles May Qualify for the Premier Warranties of AUL.