I am not an expert, but I believe 2 big issues with that model are head gaskets and evaporators, with the latter being something like 20 hours of labor. Some members have done this repair themselves. I have never owned a 300E, but it sounds like with your experience the mercedes will be easy to work on. The ad is gone.....maybe sold already??? The most active part of this forum is with the diesels, and many prefer the W123, but the W124 body style you are looking at is very well respected regardless of the type of engine. I happen to own a W124 with the V8 engine....I have only owned it a short time, but so far I am very happy. I owned a W123 300D Turbodiesel for a few years, and am looking to get another diesel for my short commute. Many people will tell you that the most expensive mercedes is a cheap mercedes, but I think if you do your homework you can find a good one for not a whole lot of money. Use the search function on this site and read as much as you can.....when the right one comes along, you'll be ready. Good luck and welcome aboard.

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1984 300D---Sold
1995 E420 - 106K - Brilliant Silver Metallic/Orion Gray --- Sold
1984 300SD - 151K Manganese Brown Metallic/Mostly Black --- Sold
1982 240D - 79K - Manila Beige/Palomino---Sold