Originally Posted by Gary Ganaway

Ok, I have my owners manual so here are a few specs:

155 net bhp@4750 rpm, 8.3 compression ratio
automatic 4 speed transmission
tires are 205/70R 14
length is 202.6 inches, wheelbase is 115.6 inches
cis fuel injection
front track is 60.8 inches rear track is 59.7 inches
believe it weighs about 3700 lbs
8.5 quarts oil capacity
87 min octane

IF the car looks as you say then I would still have an independent shop check it out so you may find some of those "little" things that need attention which can run into a few dollars even doing the work yourself.

When I got mine I changed all fluids,filters, hoses, belts to have a good baseline to go from in the future. Then after about a month I had to replace the ignition control module. The gas gauge also was errractic but a good dose of Chevron Techron fixed that. I also put on new engine mounts, shocks, and rear sway bar links.

Also good sign if the owner has all previous work documented

How many miles on the car?
Although no comparison I like driving this 380 better than my E420...it jsut has more "character" plus that classic benz look.