I believe 71k miles is for real...but the car hasn't moved in two years (except just recently a couple miles to the shopping center parking lot with a for sale sign).

It's a turbodiesel.

I'm brand new to Mercedes...looked at them from time to time, but never owned one...I'll probably install a vegetable oil kit (from Greasecar.com) in this car...I have a '97 Passat TDI right now that I run on veggie oil.

Sorry for what must be a VERY repeated question, but in general, what should I watch out for (problem spots) for this vehicle, and what additional problems could I have because it hasn't moved in two years (besides driving it to it's present postion a few days ago)?

What kinds of maintenance will I want to do right away? Fluids throughout?

It looks VERY good from the outside...I haven't got in it yet or driven it...the owner is asking $4500...I only wish it was a wagon...maybe I can buy this one and someone will trade me their wagon .

Your thoughts?

Thanks very much...