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Originally Posted by radunegru
Also 97 e420 can be a choice? but The m119 is full of trobles and does not last 300k. I am the 60k/year type of driver.
Thanks again,
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The M119 V8 is a very tough engine, just try to put enough miles on it to wear it out.
As to the spring perch issue early W210's with the heavy engines seem to be affected the most. Ie the 1996-99 E300D's and 1997-99 V8 powered cars. Although very few 98 and newer cars seem to have spring perch problems.
If you drive 60k a year I would think a lower mileage E300D would be the best choice. You should get low to mid 30's on the highway.
The 5spd "sealed for life" is a nice trans, I would change the fluid every 80k-100k and it should cost you about $200. My friend just paid the dealer $175 to do his two weeks ago.