I agree with you Gilly and disagree with mbz380....I have owned a 126 in the past and now own a 140....I don't even think the cars are comparable....the 140...although much heavier feels more nimble than the 126 by a long shot...and I actually think the 220 evens feels more nible than the 140...in regard to repairs...yes the 140 is very expensive and I would even consider one that had sketchy records
It has many creature comforts INCLUDING a great stereo..one of the things that has NEVER been a MB strongpoint
The 140 is quieter,faster,rides better and is more nible than the 126...and they way I figure it driving everyday with all the extra creature comforts is worth something especially since the original owner took the lionshare of the depreciation so the purchase price for me was FAR lower that what the orginal owner paid

Warren
1992 300SD
Columbus Ohio