I'm new here, and don't even have a MB yet.</P>


I need to know a few things about the late 80's 300e's.</P>


WHat are common problems? If I pick one up with arond 150,000 KM's on it (110m) what should I expect to have to change??</P>


How solid is this car going to feel with mileage on it?</P>


I'm getting rid of my done-to-the-nines turbo RX-7 in favour of a car that won't leave me stranded every other day, and one that I won't be tempted to modify, or peel out in constantly! (I'm growing up??? Ha.) I also want something that will last me years to come, well into several hundred thousand miles. I can do pretty much all the work myself, I just don't want to be doing any!!</P>


The other option is a BMW 325/318.. but by reading reviews I defintaly think that the general consesus is that these 300e's are more reilable.</P>


This car seems to be a perfect balance of everything I want; comfort, performance, reliability....</P>


So, what should I do??</P>


Oh ya, what were the difference in trim/interior and stuff from 86-92?? Anything?? I wouldn't mind a few nice bells and whistles.</P>


What would be the best year to buy in that range?</P>


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Nobody here had any opinions about a Mercedes? I'm on the right board, right? LOL.</P>


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Commpressors are nice but will not last like the deisels. I have a Mercedes 350 SD best of both worlds, fast and safe and 30 mpg !!!

 

I'm the new owner of an 88 300E. 102,000 miles. Nice car. So far the radio doesn't work, some problem with the volume control I think and it has an occasional miss at idle when it's warmed up. Great seats, ride and handling. Just put new P6 tires on. Want to do a few mods, suspension, intake and exhaust. Would welcome any input.</P>


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Thanks,</P>