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Originally Posted by M.B.DOC
The only real issue with early W210's here were interior quality issues.
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From my experience, the MAIN problem with series I 210s is the rust protection (or lack thereof). In Europe, especially in countries where winters are longer and colder and there is a lot of salt on the roads, they tend to rust very badly. The interior quality (in terms of materials used) is clearly inferior to prior MB products. To be honest, I do not see and 'feel' much of an improvement in the post-facelift cars either. MB seem to have sorted the interior quality problem only with the 211.
I have the M111 lump in my E200T (124) in 2.0 litre format. For a four cylinder, it is quite a civilised and smooth motor, although with a mere 136PS, severly lacking in power. So far, it has proved very reliable, too. if I were to buy again, though, I do not think I would go for anything less than a six-pot.