Yeah, for the record, MB went to the V6 engines in all gas models starting from model year 1998, except the S- class sedans (W140), which continued using the M104 3.2 liter in-line 6-cylinder engine until 1999.

As for my .02 cents, the things to look out for would be the engine wiring harness and head gasket leaks.

Other than a/c issues, which all MB's have (new and used), there is nothing really significant to look out for.

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Paul S.

2001 E430, Bourdeaux Red, Oyster interior.
79,200 miles.

1973 280SE 4.5, 170,000 miles. 568 Signal Red, Black MB Tex. "The Red Baron".