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Originally Posted by shawnster
Looking at 2 different cars, one w/ 120k for around 8900 and one with 150k for around 7900. Both w/ excellent service history- wiring harnesses and head gaskets addressed.
question: do these cars have timing belts or chains and when do they require changing and how much $???
any other trouble spots to look for and ask about?
-shawnster
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You've hit the two main big ticket items - head gaskets and wiring harnesses.
Mercedes has never used timing belts.
The chains on the six cylinders are very short and basically never need replacement.
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Paul S.
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".
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