[QUOTE]Originally posted by suginami
[B]Mercedes has only used timing chains. They have never used belts.

The C220 is a nice car, but underpowered, with a slightly cramped rear seat. My mother had a 95 C220, and she drove it for 150,000 miles with no problems.


Thanks for the reply on the C220. I have always liked these C220s, since they first appeared in 1994, replacing the 190s. I was reconsidering however, if it would be wise to just pay $4000 more and get a Mercedes 8 years newer. Since your mother had one with 150K, with no problems, it sounds like they are reliable cars. I am not too concerned about the room or the power. I like the size of the C220s. I am guessing they are much more maneuverable than the 560SEL. I may consider the C220, or keep looking for another C220. Actually, I even like the 84-85 190E's. I think instead of making a hasty decision to purchase the 560, I may just keep searching for another Mercedes.

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2004 Toyota Sequoia Limited 4wd
1991 Lincoln Town Car Executive
1991 Cadillac Sedan DeVille
1988 Mercedes 300SEL
1972 Chevrolet Caprice Kingswood Estate 9-passenger wagon
1973 Pontiac Grand Ville
(Prior MB's: 1974 240D, 1985 380SE, 1984 190D, 1993 400SEL)