I'm in the market to purchase another 1990s Mercedes! I have a 1997 E320 and an 1987 300E. I want to purchase an additional early 1990s to mid 1990s Mercedes!....I know that diesels tend to have less problems and I am seriously considering purchasing one, again.

I am asking, from the perspective of YOU, the owners, which Mercedes do you find to be the most relaible and troublefree based on my above mentioned criteria!

Thanks, one and all, for your input!

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Currently Driving
2006 E320 CDI
1999 E300 Turbo Diesl
2002 ML500
1995 E320 Station Wagon


MBs I've owned
1997 E320 Assassinated by Pine Tree
1987 300E Wife Killed Engine
1981 300D Stretch Limo Total Loss
1970 250 Coupe 212,000 mi.
1974 450sel 184,000 mi.
1974 240D 377,000 mi.
1977 300D 204, 000 mi.
1979 280se God Only Knows!
1983 240D 130,000 mi.
1972 220D 280,000 mi.
1983 300SD 244,000 mi.

There is only one car to go with............
A 1995 E300D Special Edition. It will put you back about 11 Grand but it will be the best $11K you will spend!
My Ride, My Love !!

At least the conflict of interest was disclosed. And there is no doubt an argument for that car.

Undoubtedly, one which is still in warranty.

I would nominate the 1996 E320.

It has the venerable inline-6, M104 engine, without the the wiring harness issues the W124 E320's have. It is also the last year of the 722.3 4-speed automatic transmission, which has proven to be quite durable.

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Paul S.

2001 E430, Bourdeaux Red, Oyster interior.
79,200 miles.

1973 280SE 4.5, 170,000 miles. 568 Signal Red, Black MB Tex. "The Red Baron".

LOL

Not a 90s model, but I would suggest a low mileage, well cared for 1981-85 300SD turbo diesel.

A post 2000 E320, or any C. The C220/240/280/320 are all pretty bullit proof little cars.

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1999 SL500
1969 280SE
2023 Ram 1500
2007 Tiara 3200

W202 (1994-2000) C-Class!!

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99 C43
98 S420
99 C230K
01 C240

That is my vote!
easy belt tensioner, the M104 without an ignition or fuel distributor, the 5 speed 722.5 trans, No harness issue, and hardtop coupe that converts to a convertible! Best in Black!
Brian

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Brian W. Heitman

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W202, '97 to 2000. Never spent more that oil filters/tires/brake pads. 130K miles. 8 years on batt. Beats every other car I have ever owned.

2nd biased vote on the 1995 E300D, but despite the bias, I bought it because I thought it would be one of the most indestructible high-mpg cars on the market that wouldn't cost pile of money in depreciation.

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- Brian


1989 500SEL Euro
1966 250SE Cabriolet
1958 BMW Isetta 600

The most trouble free Benz I've owned was a 1983 240D with manual gearbox.

I think most all models have certain areas where things will break and wear out. Having said that I think the 124 chasiss 1992 300 E cars are very solid cars that will last a long time so long as they are maintained. I have two 92's, one an E the other a TE.

The 123 chassis cars, which I have owned and driven for many years, are probably more reliable than the 124 300 gas and diesel models but they are not as comfortable to ride in or drive and they do not handle as well as the 124's.

I know what you mean

Funny stuff!!!!

I hear that hte 1998 E320 is a very good car....or at least I am hoping so.

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Current Benzes

1989 300TE "Alice"
1990 300CE "Sam Spade"
1991 300CE "Beowulf" RIP (06.1991 - 10.10.2007)
1998 E320 "Orson"
2002 C320 Wagon "Molly Fox"

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