Actually yes, people are usually told about all the issues you mentioned when they ask about those cars. My 1993 Eagle Vision ate an evaporator every year, so I would certainly tell people about it if they asked about a Chrysler of that vintage. And when someone asks about a W210, I practically shout at them to examine the dashboard because they crack. That's a stupid weakness that I should not have had to pay for in my car, but I did. 722.6 trannys also had trouble, and that is duly noted here. Regarding the flexible service system, yes we certainly tell people to check out the maintenance history on those cars before buying. If they used dino oil on the FSS schedule, then the car should be avoided.

The point is that we're sharing information here, not bashing. If someone comes here asking questions, then I think they deserve to get the answers, both positive and negative, without the owners of those cars getting upset and defensive. Want to know the W210's problems? Dashboard, front lower control arm bushings, rear window regulators, 722.6 transmission (mine has been rebuilt), engine mounts and fuel line O rings for the diesel. Those things don't make me love my car any less, but a prospective buyer deserves to be told.

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Rick Miley
2014 Tesla Model S
2018 Tesla Model 3
2017 Nissan LEAF
Former MB: 99 E300, 86 190E 2.3, 87 300E, 80 240D, 82 204D Euro
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