How many miles do you have on your E Class?
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CLK63 Black Series
Just passed the 100,000 mile mark on my 1999 E430.
Purchased it used as a Certified Vehicle back in October 2002 with 39,000 miles on the odometer.
I really enjoy driving this car it has been very dependable and served my quite well. Still gets in excess of 23 MPG on long freeway trips.
JDB
Purchased it used as a Certified Vehicle back in October 2002 with 39,000 miles on the odometer.
I really enjoy driving this car it has been very dependable and served my quite well. Still gets in excess of 23 MPG on long freeway trips.
JDB
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97 E420
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.
Very very nice = sexcellent
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Joined: Apr 2006
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From: Long Island, NY
01 E320
99k miles on my 2001 E320. It's been remarkably reliable for the past few years since I've owned it. Looks and drives like new. Getting ready for my first spark plug change and my 10k oil change. Got my Bosch OEM plugs, my special MB wire puller and my Mobil 1 0W40 ready to go as soon as we get a nice warm weekend. .
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1999 E430 Sport
Year: 1999
Model: E430 Sport
Country: USA
Mileage: 66K
Comments:
Replaced both front tires with Goodyear Eagle F1 - car came with Cooper Zeon tires that made noises exactly like bad wheel bearings. Loose light bulb in one of the front city lights - $0 fix. Other than that, the only work needed has been just an oil and filter change (with the fleece filter and correct oil). I added the factory CD changer and removed the antiquated phone system.
Car is not driven in winter as it can't get up my steep driveway once the snow hits due the the lack of a limited slip differential - disappointing winter traction. The tires are probably not suitable for winter use either, but Winter mode is no substitute for having both rear wheels driven. On the other hand, I don't want it in the road salt anyway. It's a great car in good weather.
Model: E430 Sport
Country: USA
Mileage: 66K
Comments:
Replaced both front tires with Goodyear Eagle F1 - car came with Cooper Zeon tires that made noises exactly like bad wheel bearings. Loose light bulb in one of the front city lights - $0 fix. Other than that, the only work needed has been just an oil and filter change (with the fleece filter and correct oil). I added the factory CD changer and removed the antiquated phone system.
Car is not driven in winter as it can't get up my steep driveway once the snow hits due the the lack of a limited slip differential - disappointing winter traction. The tires are probably not suitable for winter use either, but Winter mode is no substitute for having both rear wheels driven. On the other hand, I don't want it in the road salt anyway. It's a great car in good weather.
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From: suburban Philadelphia
03 S500V4, 02 E320W4, 06 C230 Sport 6 speed, 91 300CE, 89 300E, 95 C220
1989 300E - 140K miles, Classic registration
1991 300CE - 75K miles, Classic registration
2002 E320W4 - 69K miles, daily driver (pic), Wedgewood Blue / Oyster, 'fer sale
1991 300CE - 75K miles, Classic registration
2002 E320W4 - 69K miles, daily driver (pic), Wedgewood Blue / Oyster, 'fer sale
Last edited by Steven Long; Apr 1, 2009 at 04:22 PM.
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2001 E430 4matic
138000 miles and counting
2001 E430 4matic Black/ anthracite interior. Biggest issues were instrument cluster scrambling and ignition switch failing. Looking to do some retrofitting...if anyone has comand or phone system parts for sale please let me know
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From: Los Angeles
96 SL500, 97 E420
1997 E420
78k Miles
running strong, no issues, though I have replaced both rear window regulators.
(Advice, don't use rear windows or use them freqently, the lack of use may be more harmful than regular use)
78k Miles
running strong, no issues, though I have replaced both rear window regulators.
(Advice, don't use rear windows or use them freqently, the lack of use may be more harmful than regular use)
Last edited by gqmagic; Apr 5, 2009 at 08:01 PM.
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From: suburban Philadelphia
03 S500V4, 02 E320W4, 06 C230 Sport 6 speed, 91 300CE, 89 300E, 95 C220
Rear window regular failure is not uncommon on MB sedans (in general). They often lift heavier windows, and rear passengers often push and hold the buttons too long, which makes the motor work harder, even though the window is all the way up, or down ... continues to put pressure on the parts.
Instrument cluster failure on W210 is also not uncommon, but not usually a frequent repair.
Instrument cluster failure on W210 is also not uncommon, but not usually a frequent repair.
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01 E320
2001
E320
87000
Bought with 79000 in June 2008
Serviced, and changed front and rear pads, other than that the original owner took very good care of it. Such a blessing for me!!!!<><
It is an amazing car!!!!
E320
87000
Bought with 79000 in June 2008
Serviced, and changed front and rear pads, other than that the original owner took very good care of it. Such a blessing for me!!!!<><
It is an amazing car!!!!
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Posts: 83
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From: So Lame(salem) OR
00 E55,03 GC OVERLAND,92 CHEROKEE
YEAR: 2000
MODEL: E55
MILAGE: 133,190 MI
SALEM OREGON
PROBLEMS: except for the rattling secondary cats (about to be deleted) and a single window regulator, this car has no problems. . . and it's driven hard.
MODEL: E55
MILAGE: 133,190 MI
SALEM OREGON
PROBLEMS: except for the rattling secondary cats (about to be deleted) and a single window regulator, this car has no problems. . . and it's driven hard.
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1999 E320 1989 560SL
Year 1999
Model E320
Mileage 147250
ONLY repair needed since buying this in 2000 w/ 35k miles is the resistor/regulator for the blower motor - terrific vehicle - average 22mpg in all types of driving.
Year 1989
Model 560SL
Mileage 81500
Only driven in warm weather months - ie no snow/ice. This is fun tank to drive. Fuel economy varies between 12 and 16mpg. Control rods had to be replaced, but no other major repairs. No rust or corrosion after 21 years!
Model E320
Mileage 147250
ONLY repair needed since buying this in 2000 w/ 35k miles is the resistor/regulator for the blower motor - terrific vehicle - average 22mpg in all types of driving.
Year 1989
Model 560SL
Mileage 81500
Only driven in warm weather months - ie no snow/ice. This is fun tank to drive. Fuel economy varies between 12 and 16mpg. Control rods had to be replaced, but no other major repairs. No rust or corrosion after 21 years!
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01 E320
It sound great, I hope that my car will be as good...Year 1999
Model E320
Mileage 147250
ONLY repair needed since buying this in 2000 w/ 35k miles is the resistor/regulator for the blower motor - terrific vehicle - average 22mpg in all types of driving.
Year 1989
Model 560SL
Mileage 81500
Only driven in warm weather months - ie no snow/ice. This is fun tank to drive. Fuel economy varies between 12 and 16mpg. Control rods had to be replaced, but no other major repairs. No rust or corrosion after 21 years!
Model E320
Mileage 147250
ONLY repair needed since buying this in 2000 w/ 35k miles is the resistor/regulator for the blower motor - terrific vehicle - average 22mpg in all types of driving.
Year 1989
Model 560SL
Mileage 81500
Only driven in warm weather months - ie no snow/ice. This is fun tank to drive. Fuel economy varies between 12 and 16mpg. Control rods had to be replaced, but no other major repairs. No rust or corrosion after 21 years!
