I don't know if you need a new head or not, but a head gasket replacement at a good Mercedes independent in Southern California would cost you around $1,200.00.

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Paul S.

2001 E430, Bourdeaux Red, Oyster interior.
79,200 miles.

1973 280SE 4.5, 170,000 miles. 568 Signal Red, Black MB Tex. "The Red Baron".