Should I buy a 97 E320? - Page 2 - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

California Beach · #16 08-29-2004, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by engatwork

I can't tell you the history of the car. I've just picked this guy up since the local independent quoted him $3900

to replace the headgasket and reseal the tranny. This will be the third head gasket (counting the original as the first one). The reason I can tell it has already been into is because the sealant on the front cover is some kind of clear silicone stuff - it is not the original sealant.

Once again, the original poster KOTARBI asked about the 97 W210 not the W124 model. I know that it may have and I do stress may here (depending on the year of the W124 model that your quoting on) some common engine part/block but can you generalize the fault of the W124 on the W210?

I don't think anyone has specified "common problems" of the W210 96-97 years.

engatwork · #17 08-29-2004, 05:02 PM

That is a good point MercedesShop. Can't say anything one way or the other about the chassis - just the duel overhead cam 104 engine.

Brian Carlton · #18 08-29-2004, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by MercedesShop

So, are you saying that the W124 is the same as the W210?

I simply looked back in the archives for electrical problems on E-320's.
There is more than enough evidence that these vehicles have issues with wiring harnesses and other electrical problems that leave their owners stranded.

If you wish to pick specifically on one model year and one engine, then you are welcome to do so. The original post was comparing these vehicles to a 1984 300SD. I stand by my original statement that their reliability is clearly inadequate as compared to the SD.

Your vehicle may differ and you may have full confidence in it. I don't.

So be it.

EricSilver · #19 08-29-2004, 10:56 PM

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Originally Posted by blackmercedes

The 1994 and 1995 W124 E320's are CHEAP now, and great buys. They have their quirks, but they are terrific cars at low prices. The trick is to find a well cared for car.

Does the 1996 E320 have the same engine & transmission as the 1994/95? My understanding is that it is essentially the same car, different body.