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09-27-2010, 10:54 AM
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Best Models to Buy Used: E, S-Klasse
In the past 5 to 10 years, are any of the S-Klasse cars managable for the hobbyist, or even for an owner with professional help but somewhat limited means? Are the E-Klasse cars pretty much over their problems and better cars now? I have a W126 ('86 420SEl) and might run across a newer model "at the right price", if you know what I mean...
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09-27-2010, 01:07 PM
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Among other things of concern, avoid any model with the newer M272-273 engines (mostly 06 and 07 MY) unless the balancer shaft gear issue has been resolved--and it's not a recall, unfortunately. More info and pics at this link: Are you OBSESSED about your Benz? | Attn! Owners '06-'07 MB's with M272 or M273 engines
It will help if you post the various chassis/years/models you're considering. The 210 generation of E class is very DIY, the 211 also, with added complexity (and the same engine concern for the years in question above). E and S both are okay to work on for the basics (brakes, plugs, filters, etc.), but when the computerized electronics go south it gets very deep very quickly. Last edited by gregs210; 09-27-2010 at 05:27 PM.
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09-27-2010, 04:18 PM
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IMHO here's the story as regards the S-class: If you can't afford to buy a new one you can't afford to own one ever.
The S-class is Mercedes "leading edge" car and as such requires LOTS of TLC from dealers. Make that expensive TLC. The E-class, however, is the taxicab of Germany and a lot more practical bet. Most S-class owners who are past warranty are probably just treating their cars as "run-til-it fails," (i.e. like a Camry) and if an S-class has been in that state for long you don't want it.
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09-27-2010, 07:21 PM
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Thanks for the rational assessments; you make sensible arguments. I will follow my fears and stay
clear of the S-Class, Siren song not withstanding. A clean, solid E-class it will be, if and when...
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#5
09-27-2010, 07:39 PM
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s= spensive
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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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