I can't believe you'd give up on this car just because of a minor leak from the head gasket.

It could leak like this for years and give you no other problems.

If it bothers you, take it to an independent and get the head gasket replaced for $1,200 and drive the damn car for the next 10 years.

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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".