Head Gasket done by MB specialist: $900

Wiring Harness: Obtain from MB for free (with some pushing)
Install for free (relatively easy to do yourself)

Great car...but my 960 Volvo does, in fact, handle better
The Mercedes will dust it in a speed contest
The Mercedes has a far superior ride
The Mercedes gets excellent MPG

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2002 Mercedes-Benz E320 4Matic
1995 Mercedes-Benz E320 Wagon
2005 Land Rover LR3 V8 SE
1999 Audi A8 4.2L quattro