Sometime in the near future (hopefully at least) once I have the space and money, I'd like to find a car to complement my 240D. It's main purpose is to be there once my 240D needs some sort of large repair. Can be MB or not (although MB is preferable since the special tools and designs could overlap), gas or diesel, automatic only if it can be converted to manual.
Needs:
-to be able to be driven daily for up to 6 months including NE winters

Prefered
-reasonably fuel efficient
-better highway cruiser
-more power and/or better performance
-visibly pleasing
-not japanese
-easily be able to make it over 200,000 miles

Right now, I'm looking at 190D/E, but like to know what people think. I've also got soft spots for a few, hmm, less reliable or practical cars in my heart. It's really supposed to be a back up/toy.

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1983 240D 3.0T 4-speed manual, now sold

1989 Subaru GL Wagon 5-speed Touring Edition