1. You have front shocks, not struts.
2. Very simple job, 1/2 hr per side & no special tools required.
3. Get these shocks:
http://catalog.worldpac.com/mercedesshop/sophio/quote.jsp?clientid=catalog.mercedesshop&cookieid=1XC0ZKQX92AR10BWJ0&baseurl=http://catalog.peachparts.com/&partner=mercedesshop&year=1996&product=L4000-55353&application=000302606

You'll be happy with them.

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2007 C 230 Sport.