Hey guys, I've run a search to no avail. My wife thinks she wants a latemodel (2000+) E320,and it needs to be a 4 matic. In fact, we're in Fla on "holiday" and she drove one today, a 2004, and loved it. More than the BMW 330 she drove earlier,which is too much of a "drivers" car for her.

Anyway, I'm usually in teh diesel forum getting tips on redoing my "new" '95 w124 E300 D. So far, that car rocks. (and sips fuel through a swizzlestick!) WhileI'm getting a bit too "intimate" with the mechanicals of that car, I'm no pro mechanic, and wouldn't feel too comfortable wrenching on a computer -aided car.

She is looking to spend short dollars, 12-18K, if possible.

What years should we focus on? Any advice or tips are greatly appreciated!THNX!