I bought my 300TE new at the same time as a co-worker bought a new BMW 5-series wagon. My wagon was tight, firm but well isolated. At low speeds things like broken concrete could be felt, but not harshly. It came new with Michelin tires which also help.

My friend's new BMW rode and sounded much cheaper and harsher in my opinion, made me very happy that I chose the Mercedes.

It shouldn't shudder or shake, rattle or knock. When it hits low-speed bumps it is a little more firm than many, but IMO better than a FWD Cadillac which I always felt was a harsh ride over things like broken concrete, yet floaty at speed, ... odd. Anyway, the 124 is mostly in its element on the freeway. At freeway speeds and above it should absorb the energy of small to moderate bumps without any drama, which is why it is so at home at 130+.

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