Here's an article that describes Mercedes decision to switch from the V6 to a new family of inline engines:

Mercedes-Benz to Replace V6s With Inline Engines Report Says - MSN Autos

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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".