I have both a 240D and 300CD. I really prefer the 240D (manny tranny) for my daily commute (about 15 miles each way). The commute is some stop-and-go and mostly driving 35-45-50 zones. I can wrap the engine up to speed in 3rd or 4th gear to clean out the cobwebs.
My 300CD is a much better long-distance car and immensely better and quieter than the 240D at 75 mph. But on the commute, I never seem to get the engine really going (even though I often put the auto transmission in 3rd and keep it there). The 300CD would be a fine commuter, but it doesn't seem like it was really made for that type of driving.
If I were looking for another commute car, I'd be looking for another 240D manny tranny (or maybe a 300D euro with manny tranny).
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