I've owed 123 and 124 turbos previously. The 96-99 E300 is by far the most comfortable and refined of the group. The 98-99 with the turbo have lots of power and are a pleasure to drive.

The cars have some issues as NHDOC stated. Most are known issues that can be handled yourself with help of the forum if you are inclined to do your own work. The exception might be spring perch failure whihc has affected some folks in salty winter regions.

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Terry Allison
N. Calif. & Boca Chica, Panama

09' E320 Bluetec 77k (USA)
09' Hyundai Santa Fe Diesel 48k (S.A.)