Got mine after getting T-Boned in the 99 C280. Wanted a car just as strong and as or more comfortable than the C280. Diesel was cheaper then when compared to premium gas so the mileage helped. Unfortunately today, it is more expensive than premium so whatever I save is lost at the pump.

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01 Ford Excursion Powerstroke
99 E300 Turbodiesel
91 Vette with 383 motor
05 Polaris Sportsman 800 EFI
06 Polaris Sportsman 500 EFI
03 SeaDoo GTX SC Red
03 SeaDoo GTX SC Yellow
04 Tailgator 21 ft Toy Hauler
11 Harley Davidson 883 SuperLow