Hello every one fisrt post here in the MB forum and is about buying a 2000,2001 or 2002 ML320 or ML430 ,Im looking for a luxury SUV to start my new family ,my wife is going to give birth to a baby girl so my truck has to go and something more family friendly has to come. I wanted to knowwhat should I look for in those year model ,any year better than the other ?? I notice just by looking at pictures that the 2002 has better headlights ,the MPG changes by 1MPG between different years but the engine is the same wonder why? I rather get the ML430 just for the towing ...what's the rating on a 2001??. I was checking carsurvey.org and what people have to say is 50/50 some hated and some love it ,so I don't if is up to me to like or the vehicle is not well build ,so you guys tell me if this is a good buy .Last question Im in Florida right now but moving back to NJ next week so this vehicle is going to be used in snow and deeper snow when I go to Canada so how is the 4x4 in the snow ?? Thanks and advance.

 

I just joined the forum and saw your post.My wife and I are going to sell a 2002 ML320 probably by the end of next month as we are commited to buying it and have since bought a 02 SLK 320.We will be picking it up next month.Dark Blue,60,307 miles,newer tires,and tuneup including wires and plugs and full brakes at 45k.I will be changing oil,detailing and installing a full set of new mats that I just purchased still in box..Includes two sets of key/remotes,owners manual,and is already set up for towing as it has a mercedes mounted hitch.We will be asking a very reasonable $16,650.If you are interested give me a call at 813-996-5936 or 813-767-7696.Thanks

 

I hada 2002 ML320 up until last year March. I upgraded to a 2005 ML 500. The 320 got better gas mileage. I get around 13 with the 500 and 17-18 with the 320. I would go with the 320, especially being out of warranty, as it is easier to work on. You can pick up a nice 2002 for 15-16k. I also am selling my ML500, as I want a CLS, so I am selling it around $32k.