My mom is thinking of buying a 1997 Mercedes C230 sedan that a coworker is
selling to replace her current car (a 1997 Jetta). I saw the Mercedes -
there isn't much wrong with it other than the fact that the left rear
power window doesn't work. The engine compartment looks relatively easy to
work on (2.3L 4-cyl, sort of like a Volvo B230). OTOH, the amount of
electronics in the car is frightening - power driver seat, 5-speed auto
tranny with 3 modes, electronic folding headrests(!), and a HVAC control
panel with an LCD and many buttons.  I prefer the simpler designs of my 88
Volvo 240 and her Jetta - less to break.  (However, having another RWD car
in the family is always a good thing ;)

Any opinions on the 90s C220/230 w202-platform cars? Most of the reviews
I've read have said "good solid car, but nothing too special.

Thanks,
-A.