UPDATE:

Over the past year the care has performed well, with only minor maintenance issues such as one oil change and replacing light bulbs. A year ago I purchased a new rear window regulator but have yet to install it because the small rubber wedge I inserted to keep the window shut has worked so well, and I keep forgetting there is a problem. Fuel economy has been excellent on interstate highway drives, but not so spectacular locally.

I had my first B-Service today and was told I need a 4-wheel alignment because camber is off and the outer edges of my tires are wearing fast. Also perhaps a new left tie rod because mine has minimal play that could apparently negate the effects of the alignment. Finally, new front pads and rotors.

I have always done my own brakes so I assume this task will be as described in the W210 DIY that is on this site(?) So the rest sounds like routine maintenance.

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2008 E350 4matic / Black/Anthracite

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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