The E300D does a great job going slow and I get 32mpg consistently with a mix of gridlock and highway driving. On longer trips I see 37mpg.

I'd like to get something with a bit more power. I test drove a 2001 E320 and the difference is like night and day.

I'd really like to get a 1998-1999 E300 turbo but don't want to worry about stuck glow plugs and rusty spring perches

This year I've put about $7K parts and labor into the car. Of course I'll never see that money again but would like to at least "break even" for the year. With many of the common issues with this car already sorted I don't want to "give it away" but at the same time I'm realistic that the car is 12 years old with high miles.

I am interested in hearing from folks that have been watching the market...what are these cars selling for. I didn't see much on EBAY that is comparable.

Chuck