In fairness to CU, they reported in 1986 that the 300E was the best car they ever tested by a wide margin. Still a great car at 100K and 200K miles.

I don't think I'd have the patience to keep a newer MB that long if it means continuous visits to a shop.

Sixto
91 300SE ... almost 146K
81 300SD ... almost 292K
... the only things that break are things I can fix