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Originally Posted by Jeff & Jo
HELP! I need input on this model: 91' 300CE, 131K, formerly mechanic owned, in absolutely gorgeous condition. Recently done: head gasket, all belts except timing, brakes, suspension, emmisions, major tune-up, overall mechanically perfect, interior and exterior like new condition, no accidents or rust. Asking price is $4,000...?
JEFF & JOANNE
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It is a gorgeous car. One of the best looking older MBs. Something about coupes. I bought mine 3 years ago at 111k for $9500, now with 133k. If the car checks out, $4000 is a deal. It is good that the head gasket has been done as this is one of the big ticket items to be wary of. Besides the expensive head gasket ($1500), I've had just small inexpensive items. If the key tumbler is sloppy, change it out ($100). My shocks seem to be original and are fine. Little bit of front suspension work I've done myself, tie rods and drag link. Hopefully you got a new water pump with the head gasket. Brakes are an easy DIY. The much feared evaporator repair is big bucks. A small problem on mine that I am ignoring is the expensive replacement of the rear glass. It starts to delaminate in the lower corners, looks like a growing white paint spot. My tranny is still perfect and my indie said that they'll easily go to 150m-200m and even then a rebuild at that time is reasonable. Euro lights are a nice upgrade.
As with any older car, a check by an indie would be mandatory.
glenmore
1991 300CE
1990 LS400
2000 C280