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12-21-2006, 09:09 AM
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4matic - run and hide?
Looking at 124 wagons. A few have 4matic. Have done searches here and read threads. I am of the impression that buying a MB with 130 to 200K miles with 4matic is probably not a good decision. I know, I know, depends on records, maintenance, PO driving habits and conditions, etc., but, I guess the essential balance is -- risk versus benefit of 4matic in an "older" MB.
Thanx for ideas, theories, diatribes, monologues, etc...
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W108M117(1972) repaired after deer hit W124M103(1987) W124M103(1989) -- sold to son's friend W124M119(1993) --  W124M103(1987 -- 5 speed Euro  ) - sold to forum memberW124M103(1989) -- TE W123OM616(1977) W201M103(1990) parts car 
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12-21-2006, 09:57 AM
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I wouldn't buy a te with 4matic.... if you really need to use it..you shouldn't be out on the streets..
why deal with the problems
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1989 300ce 129k ( facelifted front,updated tail lights, lowered suspension,bilstein sports, lorinser front spoiler, MOMO steering wheel, remus exhaust,stainless steel brake lines). (Gone) 1997 s320 154k (what a ride). Sold with 179k miles. Replaced with Hyundai Equus 1994 e320 Cabriolet 108k  1972 280se 4.5 153k Owned for 12 yrs, sorry I sold it [/SIGPIC]
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12-21-2006, 10:02 AM
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Snow tires are 700$...4matic repairs are many multiples of that... I speak from experience...just my 2 cents. STAY AWAY!
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12-21-2006, 10:58 AM
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thanx guys -- confirms my gut feeling. I've never had 4WD and do not anticipate a need for it.
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W108M117(1972) repaired after deer hit W124M103(1987) W124M103(1989) -- sold to son's friend W124M119(1993) -- W124M103(1987 -- 5 speed Euro ) - sold to forum memberW124M103(1989) -- TE W123OM616(1977) W201M103(1990) parts car
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