How many miles do you have on your E Class?
01-12-2008, 02:33 PM
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1997 Mercedes-Benz E420
Year: 1997
Model: E420
Country: US
Mileage: 110,xxx
Comments: Replaced one rear window regulator, oil changes every 5K miles, bulb replacements, brake light fuse replacement, 3rd brake light (rear window) replaced, 1 previous owner, other than that no major issues; drives beautiful
Model: E420
Country: US
Mileage: 110,xxx
Comments: Replaced one rear window regulator, oil changes every 5K miles, bulb replacements, brake light fuse replacement, 3rd brake light (rear window) replaced, 1 previous owner, other than that no major issues; drives beautiful
09-05-2008, 05:55 PM
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Year: 1997
Model: E320
Country: US
Mileage: 152,xxx
Comments: whole lot of issues including transmission and cylinder misfiring. Can't afford to fix or maintain it. Hopefully I get 200K without having to spend too much money on it.
Model: E320
Country: US
Mileage: 152,xxx
Comments: whole lot of issues including transmission and cylinder misfiring. Can't afford to fix or maintain it. Hopefully I get 200K without having to spend too much money on it.
09-05-2008, 08:00 PM
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E320
Year 2000
40,000 Miles
Love the car, but it just falls apart. After the extended warranty runs out, I will not be able to afford to repair it. I bought it new.
Year 2000
40,000 Miles
Love the car, but it just falls apart. After the extended warranty runs out, I will not be able to afford to repair it. I bought it new.
09-05-2008, 10:44 PM
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2023 GLC 300 4MATIC
2002 E320
bought used in 2005 with 27,000 miles, now has 37,000.
cat went bad, Starmark covered it. Otherwise been fine. Looks new, rides and handles great.
my warranty expires in Oct. I'm scared to death! Should I buy another warranty? If so, where?
bought used in 2005 with 27,000 miles, now has 37,000.
cat went bad, Starmark covered it. Otherwise been fine. Looks new, rides and handles great.
my warranty expires in Oct. I'm scared to death! Should I buy another warranty? If so, where?
09-06-2008, 12:35 AM
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1997 E420
E420....
Year:1997
Model: E420
Country: USA
Mileage: 120k
Comments: Daily Driver (60 miles/day) for the last three years. Great car, very easy car to work on. Only a few things have gone out that I couldn't fix myself: cats, transmission module, and Vbelt, etc.
I've especially enjoyed the lower stance since I've cut my springs, this is really how the car should have been delivered new...
http://www.evozine.com/benz/low10.jpg
Model: E420
Country: USA
Mileage: 120k
Comments: Daily Driver (60 miles/day) for the last three years. Great car, very easy car to work on. Only a few things have gone out that I couldn't fix myself: cats, transmission module, and Vbelt, etc.
I've especially enjoyed the lower stance since I've cut my springs, this is really how the car should have been delivered new...
http://www.evozine.com/benz/low10.jpg
09-06-2008, 09:10 PM
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E430 4matic 2001 & ML430 2000 both Silver / Ash
09-07-2008, 04:40 AM
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2000 e430( w210),1979 240D (w123), 1992 300e(w124), 1990 mitsubishi galant VR4
year 2000
model e430 sports package( carlsson set-up)
Country Socal USA
mileage 115000 miles
no problem so far, still drives like brand spanking new, just regular maintinance
model e430 sports package( carlsson set-up)
Country Socal USA
mileage 115000 miles
no problem so far, still drives like brand spanking new, just regular maintinance
09-08-2008, 12:35 PM
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1996 E300 Black/Grey and Rust :(
Working on it..
1996 E300 with 215K miles (Sept 8, 2008)
I have a commute that varies from 100 miles round trip upto 300 (more often not the case). I average ~45 - 50K miles a year.
Looking to hit 400K, my W201 (2.6) made it to 311K.
I've had all the typical things I've read, no tranny issues yet, nor the MAF and the windows are still cooperating.
I have a commute that varies from 100 miles round trip upto 300 (more often not the case). I average ~45 - 50K miles a year.
Looking to hit 400K, my W201 (2.6) made it to 311K.
I've had all the typical things I've read, no tranny issues yet, nor the MAF and the windows are still cooperating.
09-08-2008, 12:59 PM
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1996 E300 with 215K miles (Sept 8, 2008)
I have a commute that varies from 100 miles round trip upto 300 (more often not the case). I average ~45 - 50K miles a year.
Looking to hit 400K, my W201 (2.6) made it to 311K.
I've had all the typical things I've read, no tranny issues yet, nor the MAF and the windows are still cooperating.
I have a commute that varies from 100 miles round trip upto 300 (more often not the case). I average ~45 - 50K miles a year.
Looking to hit 400K, my W201 (2.6) made it to 311K.
I've had all the typical things I've read, no tranny issues yet, nor the MAF and the windows are still cooperating.
You don't have a MAF.
02-14-2009, 05:49 PM
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1996 E320
Year: 1996
Model: E320
Country: USA
Mileage: 146k
Comments: Bought the car Jan 2008 with 130K. Replaced leeking water pump
Preventative Maintenance: Oil & Filter change every 5L miles; all other fluids, spark plugs & cables, ignition coils, thermostat, O2 sensors, air filter replaced. Refrigerant added.
Last edited by texholdem; 02-14-2009 at 05:53 PM.
02-14-2009, 06:08 PM
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2012 CLS63 AMG Performace - Obsidian Black
Year: 1997
Model: E-320
Country: USA
Mileage: 138K
Replaced ignition coils (all 3 when 1 went out, cheap prevention), plugs, wires, shocks, numerous lights. Engine oil Mobil0W40 every 5K. Drives, looks new, ice cold original air, dead steady idle in drive- totally stock for the most part except for the W211 wheels.
Model: E-320
Country: USA
Mileage: 138K
Replaced ignition coils (all 3 when 1 went out, cheap prevention), plugs, wires, shocks, numerous lights. Engine oil Mobil0W40 every 5K. Drives, looks new, ice cold original air, dead steady idle in drive- totally stock for the most part except for the W211 wheels.
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02-15-2009, 05:35 AM
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01' E320 Avantgarde
Year: 2001
Model: E320
Country: Turkey
Mileage: 131.000 or 211.000 km
Comments: timing chain and its pulleys - gaskets, oil pump, all of fluids and filters were changed.
There was no problem in my engine, only clicking sound from the crankshaft, after replacing the chain and pulleys, everything is ok. Just wanted to see the condition of pistons and sleeves, and then I've cleaned the heads of pistons, valves and all of internal parts.
Here is my engine
Gaskets
Oil pump
Camshafts and lifters
Scratched the right piston for 15 minutes and took this photo.
Model: E320
Country: Turkey
Mileage: 131.000 or 211.000 km
Comments: timing chain and its pulleys - gaskets, oil pump, all of fluids and filters were changed.
There was no problem in my engine, only clicking sound from the crankshaft, after replacing the chain and pulleys, everything is ok. Just wanted to see the condition of pistons and sleeves, and then I've cleaned the heads of pistons, valves and all of internal parts.
Here is my engine
Gaskets
Oil pump
Camshafts and lifters
Scratched the right piston for 15 minutes and took this photo.
Last edited by Dou; 02-15-2009 at 05:37 AM.
03-15-2009, 07:45 PM
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04 S430 4Matic/03 Ml 320/ 98' E320 4matic/ 73' slc 450/ 05 cherokee
Year: 1998
Model: E320 4-matic Wagon
Country: US
Mileage: approx 187K
Comment: All I can say is that this car keeps going. No real issues...window motors (which is extremely common) and front axle. Thought tranny went about 3 years ago...went into limp mode. All it was was a missconnection due to losening of a hose. It was like a 50 cent fix. If you take care of the car, the car will take care of you...no matter how cliche it sounds, it is sooo true!
Man I love my E...
Will
Model: E320 4-matic Wagon
Country: US
Mileage: approx 187K
Comment: All I can say is that this car keeps going. No real issues...window motors (which is extremely common) and front axle. Thought tranny went about 3 years ago...went into limp mode. All it was was a missconnection due to losening of a hose. It was like a 50 cent fix. If you take care of the car, the car will take care of you...no matter how cliche it sounds, it is sooo true!
Man I love my E...
Will
03-16-2009, 03:25 AM
#168
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Up to 240k on our '97 e320. Not a spec of rust anywhere on the car, and it had been dead reliable...except for a new trans at 105k & an appetite for lightbulbs.
03-17-2009, 12:50 AM
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Year: 1997
Model: E420
Country: United States
Mileage: 219,000
My 1997 E420 is still going strong, the exterior and interior are immaculate. This E has been amazingly reliable, and has had the following parts replaced since I bought it in 2002 with 90,000 miles: Front upper and lower control arm bushings, tie rod ends, spark plugs, wires, alternator, 02 sensor, and a rear window regulator.
Cosmetic upgrades: Xenon projector headlights, lowered suspension with Eibach springs, genuine AMG Monoblock 3-piece 17" alloys with Michelin Pilot Sports, Wienmann cross-drilled brake rotors, tint.
Model: E420
Country: United States
Mileage: 219,000
My 1997 E420 is still going strong, the exterior and interior are immaculate. This E has been amazingly reliable, and has had the following parts replaced since I bought it in 2002 with 90,000 miles: Front upper and lower control arm bushings, tie rod ends, spark plugs, wires, alternator, 02 sensor, and a rear window regulator.
Cosmetic upgrades: Xenon projector headlights, lowered suspension with Eibach springs, genuine AMG Monoblock 3-piece 17" alloys with Michelin Pilot Sports, Wienmann cross-drilled brake rotors, tint.
Last edited by foreyes; 03-17-2009 at 01:00 AM.
03-17-2009, 12:53 PM
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2001 E430, Obsidian Black w. Ash/Orion Grey, 195,000 mi.
116,400 miles. Up 12,000 since I bought it last June. No problems so far. Love this car. It's the best car I've ever owned!
Fred
Fred
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03-19-2009, 01:27 AM
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97 E-420
1997 E-420
Royal Indigo with Grey Leather
235/45-17's on AMG 5 spoke replica wheels.
looks like new
103K miles.
bought from my brother, he had a cat replaced, rear window regulator, AC leak fixed, two coil packs. I've only had to do normal maintenance.
First car my wife and I BOTH like to drive.
Royal Indigo with Grey Leather
235/45-17's on AMG 5 spoke replica wheels.
looks like new
103K miles.
bought from my brother, he had a cat replaced, rear window regulator, AC leak fixed, two coil packs. I've only had to do normal maintenance.
First car my wife and I BOTH like to drive.
Last edited by E-420; 03-19-2009 at 01:31 AM.
03-21-2009, 12:15 AM
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Thanks martz! The w210 is such an impressive car, both in design and solid engineering. I recently asked a dealership service advisor which Mercedes he would recommend from 2005-2009, he said; "coming out of a W210, they are ALL going to be a big reliability disappointment, from the C to the S. Stick with another w210, an E55 if you want more power than your E420."
03-21-2009, 10:46 PM
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1998 E320 Sedan
1998 E320 Sedan
151,000 Miles (Purchased Nov 2004 with 92,000)
Since purchased, I have replaced brakes twice, tires, heater blower motor (replaced myself at 140,000), engine mounts (replaced myself at 145,000), and now a rear window regulator is bad. Just disconnected it.
Otherwise, this is a great car. Not worth much these days, but try to replace it with something this solid with that kind of money.
Roll on....
151,000 Miles (Purchased Nov 2004 with 92,000)
Since purchased, I have replaced brakes twice, tires, heater blower motor (replaced myself at 140,000), engine mounts (replaced myself at 145,000), and now a rear window regulator is bad. Just disconnected it.
Otherwise, this is a great car. Not worth much these days, but try to replace it with something this solid with that kind of money.
Roll on....
