Head gasket replacement on a 95' S500 ($2400 sound right?)

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My aunt has a 1995 S500 sedan and she was told that her headgasket was bad and was quoted $2400. for repairs. Does this seem reasonable for this job on this car?

They are thinking about just selling it, as she just recently bought a new Mercedes M-Class SUV.

I have never heard of a headgasket problem on these cars... how common is it? I think it has about 110K on it. They bought it brand new and never had any engine issues and the car has been extremely well maintained.

I guess when the A/C went out a couple of years ago and $3000 repairs were needed and now this, perhaps its time to sell?

I was thinking about buying it, but the last thing I need is another problem MB.

Thanks in advance.

I was thinking about buying it, but