IMHO a 240D automatic can be pretty tough to drive on todays crowded roads. I can vividly remember waiting for a hole in traffic that was large enough for me to pull out and merge into while the drivers behind me were honking the horn wondering what the hell was wrong with me....

That said there is a certain amount of fun driving a low powered car - you plan your moves much more carefully. Passing on two lane roads can be especially exciting - Ask any long term 240D driver on how to execute a "slingshot" pass. Its just about the only way you will EVER pass anyone. Drafting helps too.

As Kyle says 240D's are easy to work on and they are among the most reliable MB's ever built but they are very slow.

Tim