Help - Which MB?

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Hi All,


My Mercedes experience is the 80 vintage diesel area.
My oldest is going to be leaving the nest at the end of this school year and we are planning to get her a car. Her initial thoughts were a new TDI Jetta but without sharing my opinion I decided to investigate other options. So I ask myself is she better off with a used Mercedes at or about the same price as a new TDI. Safety, Reliability as well as fun and maintenance costs are part of the consideration. Given the prices, I have been thinking about a convertible, not sure yet if a 2 or 4 seater.

Thanks for any information.
BR