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Considering a 1995 E320
I own several 124's with 103 engine.... but i test drove one with the 104. Much quicker and seems smoother
Anyway it has 119k miles on it and seems to run great. My biggest issue is that the current owner said he had to have the rear gear replaced in the transmission to the tune of 1400 dollars. Is this something I should be suspicious of... i know rear typically goes first. Any other issues? He has had the car for three and a half years. Has done ball joints, alternator, and a few other minor things. I am a bit surprised he had to do ball joints No evidence of wiring harness issues or head gasket failure I am getting the serial number to do a carfax.
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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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If the previous owner was meticulous about regular maintenance, and fussy about fixing every squeak and rattle (with the records to prove it), it could be a good car.
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Things to Double Check
Otherwise, if it’s a ASR car prepare to eventually have an issue with that, but that is not a show stopper. Expect the occasional (i.e., once per year) electrical glitch or blown fuse -- especially in hot weather when you start the car with A/C already turned on. In addition to frequent oil changes, feed it regular doses of Redline/Techron/BG44K and a good solvent (Berryman B12) and you’ll likely have a good, trouble-free experience.
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2008 E350 4matic / Black/Anthracite ------------------------------------ Gone but not Forgotten: 2001 E430 4matic, 206,xxx miles, Black/Charcoal 1995 E320, 252,xxx miles, Black/Grey 1989 260E, 223,00 miles, Black/Black Last edited by EricSilver; 08-23-2009 at 03:29 PM. |
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Lee, be sure to get a PPI (pre-purchase inspection) done by a MB-trained tech so you have a professional, unbiased evaluation of the car and are aware of any pending expensive maintenance work. The PPI is money well spent if the car passes your personal inspection and you're definitely interested in buying it.
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So, I shall wait till I hear 'the word'! I recommend you do the same...Good luck on your search!
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Dale 1995 E320 Wagon 185K [SOLD] 1988 260e Sedan 165K 2007 F-150 XLT 188K [SOLD] 2003 Harley Davidson FLTRI Anniversary 26K ----------------------------- 2006 BMW 330Ci 110K - [SOLD]
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Smell the AC when it's running; if it smells funny or musty, then you've got an evaporator leak.
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got it
Bought the car for $3200... has the one blister spot on the top of the roof near the windshield..i will sand that down and get it primed and painted.
needs rear brakes and rotors ...ordered the parts had head gasket and wiring harness done at 53k miles.... jeez.... other than that good car.... new tires, cold air. i have changed out some of the fluids.... will do the transmission fluid with mobil 1 sometime this week or next... air filter is ordered... the 104 engine is much smoother than the 103..but looks like it is a little more difficult to work on... has a newer alternator....but looks like it has the original water pump...no receipt for that... sold my 1998 ford expedition for 3200 with 188k on ... so i am close to a wash...
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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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If you like the 300E, you'll love the (124) E320. Faster, and better mileage, better ride, ... and all of the newer interior / exterior updates including better seats, better brakes, 1st-gear start, taller gearing, much better headlamps, lots of zebrano wood, leather door and seatback panels, leather shifter and steering-wheel, rear fog, you lose the glovebox though, ... key-operated window/sunroof close & open, and nicest of all, pull the trunk-light switch out a notch to turn off the trunk light.
You'll miss the glovebox, trust me.
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Gone to the dark side - Jeff |
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Thanks...
the key to purchase was that the head gasket and wiring harness were done i am putting fresh mobil 1 tranny fluid in as we speak.
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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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A big plus.
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1983 300D-Turbo - Deep Blue w Palomino MB Tex (total loss in fire 1/5/09 RIP) 1995 E320 W124 Polar White/Grey Mushroom MB Tex 2005 F150 Supercrew - Arizona Beige - Lear topper 1985 Piaggio Vespa T5 - Black and Chrome www.cphilip.com |
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