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10-02-2008, 02:34 PM
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Looking to buy: 90's E-Class w/ 4MATIC
Am looking to buy an E-Class with the 4MATIC all-wheel drive for a winter vehicle. Not too concerned about mileage - more interested in maintenance. Early 90's model? Would prefer a W124, but I suppose a 202 would be possible too. Looking to spend 5-6k with not a huge amount of up-front maintenance.
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10-02-2008, 09:37 PM
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That's a very reasonable asking price for a late model W124. Where have you been searching?
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10-02-2008, 11:08 PM
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That has to be a brand new 4 matic,those pre 1998 4 matics are the worst cars MB ever built,bar none,when the 4wd has a problem,you junk it.The market we have right now,should allow you to get a 1998-99 4matic,high miles,for 5-6k,in decent shape.
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10-03-2008, 04:24 PM
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+1 with what he said
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10-03-2008, 07:12 PM
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I'm negotiating right now on a 1998 E320 4-MATIC. 103k for 7,000. Looks to be in pretty decent shape, although seller states that a slight rattle below the hood at idle can be here. Perhaps a cat. convertor issue?
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10-03-2008, 08:55 PM
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Do a search on the forum for tensioner/pulley/harmonic balancer,lots of literature,cheap fix.
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#7
10-03-2008, 11:59 PM
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Water pump (bearings) maybe? If water pump not yet replaced will need to be soon.
Also, spend the money to have a certified mechanic who is familiar with Mercedes look it over. It will give you a better idea what if anything else is in need of repair, and can be used as a bargaining tool on the price. My 4matic wagon was described as in excellent condition, and well maintained (ebay purchase) yet when I received it, it needed $7000 worth of miscellaneous work. The crazy thing was it had been dealer maintained by the book, and even had all the books stamped etc. Good Luck
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