I owned a 1981 300TD for 18 years, a 1987 300TE for six and currently own a 1995 E320T. They all are excellent cars. The things mainly to look for: oil leaks in front of the engine, engine mounts, oil leaks on the rear self-levelling suspension and/or transmition, a/c cooling and heating capacity, power windows (run smoothly up and down), check all switches and power accessories (sunroof, antena, etc.). Anything wrong with this list could cost you a lot to fix it up.

Good luck!

A. Rosich
E320T 1995
S320 1998