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fasmario 02-20-2003 11:39 PM

4matic problems
 
I am looking at a 1990 300e 4matic .The car seems very good, with the only snag being shudder coming from the rear differential. VERY slight under normal moderate acceleration, heavy under heavy acceleration. also, when tight turning, the rear wheels seem to be locked together. I have seen this in other 4 matic, and would like to know if this makes the car not worth looking at for purchase. Thanks--Im new at this

yal 02-21-2003 11:18 AM

The W124 4matics are troublesome cars. Look for something else.

michael cole 02-21-2003 02:05 PM

check out the 4maniacs list.i own one of these cars same year model and i am very happy with it.there is a lot of misinformation out there concerning this car

mbz380se 02-21-2003 02:51 PM

Want a reliable German AWD car from the late 80's and early 90's that has an inline-6, and usually is found with, get this, a 5-speed manual?

A BMW 325iX is calling your name. Made from 1988-1991.

I can't say enough good things about these cars.

-Sam

MedMech 02-21-2003 06:29 PM

My Mercedes mechanic stated "4matics are problematic".

black beaut-E 02-16-2007 11:35 PM

Intrested in getting a 4matic MB since I have to deal with the snow when the season is here, my current e class rear wheel drive tranny really sucks big time in the snow and in the rain. I hear there are alot of problems with the 4matic, what are the problems with the 4matic tranny, from common to rare.

vwbuge 02-17-2007 12:27 AM

Good subject, but shouldn't it be posted somewhere else? It may get more play in Tech help.

michael cole 02-17-2007 03:23 PM

the single most important issue with the early 4 matics is drivetrain maintenance.if the 4 matic hardware has been maintained properly you should have a positive experience.ive taken good care of mine and im into the 5th year of ownership.horror stories abound on this list but few of these come from actual previous owners.there is a lot of disinformation out there.send me a pm if you need more info:)

Matt L 02-17-2007 03:37 PM

The later 4matic does not resemble the early system at all. It is completely re-engineered and is not known for problems.

Jim B. 02-17-2007 10:49 PM

Having asked about this four years ago, I am sure he's resolved the question by now

michael cole 02-19-2007 12:17 PM

actually i was replying to black beaut E.looks like a recent post:)


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