Where is the best place to find a Mercedes XXX for sale?

> Honestly, 20k is tough for a solid Mercedes XXX. Craigslist is basically a minefield for maintenance nightmares, unfortunately. Totally agree with that, Ive been burned so many times. I once picked up a used model and the transmission failed three weeks later, cost me a fortune at the shop. Chicago winters are brutal on cars too, so you really need to be careful with rust and electrical corrosion. Are you looking for a daily commuter that handles snow well, or just something for the brand name? If you want something actually reliable under 20k, you should check out the Mercedes C-Class W204 2012-2014 instead of the XXX model. It feels way more solid. Have you considered looking at Cars.com or even specific dealer-certified sites instead of random listings? Also, make sure you get a pre-purchase inspection before handing over any cash. You really cant be too careful.

@Reply #2 - good point! Honestly, for that budget in Chicago, just stick to a clean Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 or look at a well-maintained Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212. Save extra for repairs.

Honestly, 20k is tough for a solid Mercedes XXX. Craigslist is basically a minefield for maintenance nightmares, unfortunately. I had issues with local sellers hiding hidden electrical faults. I would recommend Autotrader or Bring a Trailer for documented history, even if the markup is higher. Just watch out for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class W204 3.0L V6 models if you want reliability. They are not as good as expected for city winters tho.