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Originally Posted by Hatterasguy
For $10k? A 2000-02 E320/430.
Can't beat a well sorted W210.
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For $10K, I agree wholeheartedly.
I'd look for a 2000-2002 E320 / E430. The W210's have proven to be among the most reliable MB's ever produced.
The 722.6 5-speed transmission was completely sorted out by 2000 and bullet-proof. The a/c system almost never goes bad (evaporators don't leak like they do in W140's), the engines don't have oil leaks, the and the wiring harnesses are fine.
I have a 2001 E430, and I am averaging 19.7 mpg in mixed driving. In 100% freeway driving, I get 25 - 26 mpg. Not too shabby for a V8.