Personally, I would go for the Benz, but that is only because I do not care for Volvo. If it's reliable for you, stay with it. I'm not saying Volvo's are bad, I just do not care for them.

My Benz has not been problematic, but there have been issues due to PO's cruddy mechanic and his cutting corners. The Benz is a maintenance hog, but has been very durable and reliable. The Benz is also like a woman, show 'em some love, and they will love you back.

Like any car, how it was taken care of helps to determine it's longevity.

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RRGrassi


70's Southern Pacific #5608 Fairmont A-4 MOW car

13 VW JSW 2.0 TDI 193K, Tuned with DPF and EGR Delete.

99 W210 E300 Turbo Diesel, chipped, DPF/Converter Delete. Still needs EGR Delete, 232K

90 Dodge D250 5.9 Cummins/5 speed. 400K

Gone and still missed...1982 w123 300D, 1991 w124 300D