Thanks a lot for the replies, it appears as though the ML class may not be as bad as most consumer reviews rate them.....What type of fuel consumption is associated with an ML320???....I've read the various "mpg ratings" on the web but I'm thinking that you guys would have more realistic numbers....

Also, how can I tell that the "Harmonic Balancer" has been replaced?????

I also ran across a thread about an "electronic box" that cost a whopping $5,000.00 to replace (dealer item only).......Honestly, in these economic times, I do not want to bring a "money pit" into my life.....

Though my 1997 E320 is gone, we still have my wife's 1995 E320 wagon and my "back up vehicle" a 1983 300SD.....All 3 of them have not gone to the dealer or a repair shop, I personally have made all repairs (I was an ASE Certified mechanic for a little more than a decade from 1987-1999, though never a Benz tech) so I'm wondering if my skills would save me any huge repair costs on an ML class, but a $5,000 part would be the kiss of death for me!

Thanks for the replies guys!

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Currently Driving
2006 E320 CDI
1999 E300 Turbo Diesl
2002 ML500
1995 E320 Station Wagon


MBs I've owned
1997 E320 Assassinated by Pine Tree
1987 300E Wife Killed Engine
1981 300D Stretch Limo Total Loss
1970 250 Coupe 212,000 mi.
1974 450sel 184,000 mi.
1974 240D 377,000 mi.
1977 300D 204, 000 mi.
1979 280se God Only Knows!
1983 240D 130,000 mi.
1972 220D 280,000 mi.
1983 300SD 244,000 mi.