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Originally posted by DieselHead
Ok, it seems like the big S-Class is out of the running. Is the 6-cylinder C-Class much worse than that 4-cyl. equivalent? Alex
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The W140 is pretty costly to run, especially as a used car for someone on a fixed budget.
The 2.8L M104 engine in the W202 C-Class (94-97) is a great engine, but does have a tendency to leak a bit that the M111 does not. The head gasket is a known trouble spot, but it does have a few other places that can spring the occasional oil leak.
On the plus side, the engine is strong and will last a long time.
The 2.8L M112 V-6 engine in the 98- C280's are proving to be durable, and pretty much unburstable. No more leaks!
If you can get a good deal on a C280, I'd not pass it up. 1996-2000 C220's, C230's, C230K's, and C280's are all pretty good cars, and I'd just shop for a cared for example for the right price.
04-02-2003, 06:42 PM
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