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rmasteller · #4 11-14-2002, 12:15 AM

John,
Thanks for the AC Evaporator tip. I will look for that and other typical problems (radiator neck) in the records.

Jim,
The service book was complete and always stamped by the other MB dealer in town. I plan on calling them tomorrow to see if they will let me see all their records. I don't want to know just the service, but the repairs too.

Everyone,
I drove the car today and it was good over all. It has both ASR and heated seats, which I am looking for. It's not metallic gray, it's metallic black (with black leather). The engine ran and sounded very smooth, oil pressure was always good, engine temp never got too high, no creeks or clunks in the suspension, drove straight under gas or brake, and just seemed nice. All the things I tested worked (power driver's seat and seat memory, heat, AC, radio (see below), heated seats, ASR, sun roof). I have not tested other things (power windows, windshield wiper, cruise control, ABS, rear head rest drop button, power mirrors, head light washers & wipers, all interior and exterior lights).

Issues are:
- There is a "knock" or "tap" in the steering column when the steering wheel was wiggled back and forth (car moving or not) and when the car went over bumps on side streets. Something loose.
- There was a low frequency groan when pressing the brakes frimly on the freeway. Didn't hear it as much or at all on side streets. Didn't feel a vibration in the brake pedal. Car didn't pull to either side when braking.
- The pivoting arm rest attached to the driver's seat felt flimsy.
- Radio reception (FM) was poor. I'm not sure if the antenna extended completly. How many inches should it extend and how many sections are there to it?

The sales guy was nice, invited me back to take it for an "extended" test drive, like an hour or so. I will take this opprotunity to show the car to some fellow MB enthusiasts in person and get their opinions. Let me know if you have any suggestions!

Thanks,