I have to say I find it really hard to justify purchasing a CDI today. The E350 can be had in an '06 for $10K less than a CDI, if not more. The fact that diesel is 30% more than premium gas negates any difference in fuel economy and the fact that the E350 comes in 4Matic whereas the CDI is pure RWD makes me lean in the direction of a E350 4Matic instead. I just saw an '06 with 45K miles, certified from the dealer for around $20K - it was hard to pass up but I resisted. I think better deals will still be coming as things get tougher.

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Marty D.

2013 C300 4Matic
1984 BMW 733i
2013 Lincoln MKz