I was wondering what the general impression of the e300 mb is? I have read some troubling things about the latter generation mb but not much about the 1996 mb e300d specifically.

I guess I should have mentioned that I'm looking to buy the car. I could really use some advice. The car is listed as in excellent condition and it has 89000 miles. He is asking 16900.00

The W210's are nice cars, do a search their is a lot of info on these. I like working on them, they are built to be fixed. Like any Merc look for service history, if their is none walk. Have you driven it? The later turbo models are faster and their is more room under the hood.

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crmont,

The w210s are great cars...one thing to definatly check is the front spring perches. They were prone to fail on the earlier w210s...and by failing i mean dumping the whole front suspension. Just look around the seems of the spring perch to see if you can see a hairline crack or rust line. Mercedes hasnt issued a call back but will pay 50%. Also, it seems that mercedes cheapened on the rust proofing, so be aware of that as well.

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Aren't you supposed to be doing your homework?

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If I were you I would consider a '97 instead of the '96 E300D. The '97 has the electronically controlled 5-speed auto vs. the 4-speed in the '96. Due to it's revised gearing and electronic control it's only slightly faster (12.3 vs.12.1 sec 0-60 ) but feels much faster then the '96 or so I've read (I have not driven either car). Also for '97 xenon headlamps became available on the E300 and a auto-dimming drivers door mirror was standard among other small changes. Does the '96 have full service records, what color is it, options?? Just curious.

Here are some links to check out:
Search here for posts from Al Jennings about his '97 E300
See DR.DIESEL's posts in this thread
Model info from Mercedes


Chris

My Check engine light came on last night the dash display says it is electrical. Should I worry? The engine seems to be running smooth. I just got the car. What is the best tool to use to diagnose the problem. I also just had the battery replaced the same day by a dealer. I couldn't find the security code, but the dealer got that working also. Is there a dealer master key code they use or should it be written down somewhere in my manuals? Thanks!... Indy

Have the dealer pull the codes, and see what they come up with.

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This is called called "hijacking a thread". You should really start your own thread instead of just tacking on to the end of someone elses, you'll get better responses that way. Are you referring to the radio code when you say "dealer master key code"?

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I am New to this car a proud 1 day owner. I Couldn't find the "new thread" tab b4 so I tagged on here(General Questions) I Think the dealer must have access to the codes using the VIN. I will have to contact the dealer that put in my new batree Thanks!... Indy

Please respond.

Gilly

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