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Old 10-19-2004, 07:48 PM
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Originally Posted by DangerMouse
Anyhow, compared to your older vehicle.. a 1997-1998 E will likely be inferior in the following areas:

* Interior materials quality (leather, cracking dashboard)
* Engine mechanical (harmonic balancer failure is common)
* Electronics quality (switches, motors, audio equipment)
* A/C compressor (approx. $900 - $1000 USD)
The electronic components of the car are pretty cheap. The previous owner of the car already replaced two window regulators, went through 2 air mass flow sensors, and an a/c unit($1800). Hopefully i wont experience to many failures during my ownership But then again, at least my diesel engine is solid... :p
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