Mercedes A 140

★ Introduction ★ This review is based on my experience of owning and using a Mercedes A Class Classic 140 over the past 5 years. This review may not be lacking a little in terms of technical specs, since I do not really know much more about cars than being able to open the bonnet, girly girl that I am! However, I passed my driving test many moons ago and have had plenty of time behind the wheel. Therefore, this review may be of interest to those considering purchasing a second hand A Class or one of the slightly different new ones which I think start with the A150. ★ My Cars ... more

The car is distinctive with it's mini-MPV looks, the only other car in its class is the Audi A2 which in my view is perhaps the more solid car. Having considered this car in my recent quest for a new car, I have run my eyes over the car and played around with the various twiddly bits for a critical assessment. One of the primary reasons for it's consideration is of course it's badge sitting proudly on the bonnet and the steering wheel. The other reason is that sitting in this vehicle gives you a semi 4x4 view of the road and feeling of 'superiority' ...king of the road and all that....However ... more

This is obviously a vehicle that cannot make up its mind as to what it's supposed to do or be. Is it a car, a very small truck, or an MPV that's been concertina'd in a crash? Many people have asked why Mercedes built this thing but, as (unexpectedly) many drivers have bought one, something about it must be right .One such driver was my wife who bought a new A140 (against my advice) so it it might help to note her reasons for doing so. Firstly, it has the obvious high driving position and the adjustable seat and steering column - the latter being a boon for the missus because she's got very ... more

It may seem a strange time to write a review about the original Mercedes A Class considering that the revised model is now available. However, I guess there's still a good second hand market for the original A Class, so if you're thinking of buying one now, this is for you. I'd always wanted an A Class since they first came out. The shape just appealed to me, and I imagined that as it was a Mercedes this would be a quality car. My model is a year 2000, A140 Classic. The number is the models refer to the engine size, i.e. 140 is a 1.4 engine, 160 is a 1.6 engine, and the 170 is a 1.7 diesel ... more

I purchased my Merc A140 from Mercedes Direct in August 2004, it was a green one and had 17k on the clock, on an Avantgarde trim. Recently though I've sold it and now feel its appropriate to list the pros and cons of this particular model Size & Space For a start, I bought the long-wheel base version, this gave it approximately 20cm extra space, yeah I know doesn't sound like much but compared with the short-wheel base (which i also drove) there is a sense of more space. I'd recommend anyone to go for the long-base one. I easily managed to get 5 adults in the car (including me) numerous times ... more