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Old Feb 16, 2011 | 01:54 PM
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Cool NEWBIE: Which MB Diesel model should I buy if I have about $7500 to spend

HI
I'm going to buy a Diesel Mercedes but am unsure which model to buy.
Although I do like the classics very much, I will be driving this car a lot and want it to be very comfortable on my back.
I really don't need to spend all of the $7500 so if you have a good idea for a less expensive model, I would love to hear it.
I live in California, so if you know of a particular vehicle for sale, I would love to hear about it.
Thanks in advance
Mike
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Old Feb 20, 2011 | 10:44 AM
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I have a 95 W124 diesel that has been rock solid, although I've been spying a W210 99 turbo-diesel as my next ride I can't convince myself to give up my E class and go pay more for the 99 - although I've always loved the look of a W210.

For $7,500 you can find a nice, non-turbo 96 or 97 I would think.
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