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Originally Posted by Austin85
I went to see 2 used MBs today; Any opinions?
1- 89 300CE White / Blue MBTex interior- good condition on the interior; 7 out of 10- needs some cosmetics- new vent plastic in the center- passenger seatbelt plastic frame- Ext. nice paint - no rust anywhere except 1 small hairline on the edge of the sunroof. Hood pad is loose but in good condition- 99,000 Miles -
same girl owner last 12 years- 2,900.
2- 86 300SDL Anthracite/ Burgandy red leather interior- This is a 1 owner car that was garaged- and the paint looks almost new - a tiny ding on the roof above the rear drivers side door - The interior is a 9 out of 10- A tear on a seam on top of theback seat; and a worn split on the armrest.
Everything was just serviced at an MB dealer prior to it being traded in- belts filters- filters fluids brakes.....tires are 90+% bridgestones. Engine bay is spotless- MB service records- Not crazy about the "Grampa ext. color & it has 248,000 miles. asking 4,995.
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The 300SDL is a nice one. Are you sure that's a '86? Maybe a late one, if all the components under hood are in good condition, I'd prefer this one. Just remember. it's not the same as the 5 cylinder, but good though if taken care of. I was looking for a good one for a long time and finally gave up. I'd say over all you may have similar maintainance cost as with the 300CE. It's got a lot of space in the rear, it's designed for superior ride in the back. Nice cars. I could imagine you'd have some fun with the CE coupe, it's sporty, quick and elegant. If the mechanical condition is good, it should be a fine car. It should have leather though?