Buying a 2000-2002 E430... Suggestions/comments needed
11-13-2006, 11:25 PM
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Buying a 2000-2002 E430... Suggestions/comments needed
After checking out prices for numerous different cars, I have decided to purchase (I think) a 2000-2002 E430. There are three existing ones within driving distance of me for around 14-15k with mileage varying from about 70-95K. Does this sound like a decent investment on my part? I have to get a car, and I believe this would be a lot of car for my money. Mnt costs will not be as bad for me as others as my father owns a European Auto shop, so all I need to do is pay for parts and we can fix things together. Anything I need to look for? Know any good deals out there? Any comments would be greatly appreciated.
Here are the cars I am thinking about looking at in the next week or so:
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...000&cardist=14
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...000&cardist=48
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...000&cardist=11
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...000&cardist=13
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...000&cardist=48 Lowest mileage (67K), higher price.
Any idea how much I should be paying for those vehicles?
Here are the cars I am thinking about looking at in the next week or so:
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...000&cardist=14
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...000&cardist=48
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...000&cardist=11
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...000&cardist=13
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...000&cardist=48 Lowest mileage (67K), higher price.
Any idea how much I should be paying for those vehicles?
11-13-2006, 11:46 PM
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'06 CLS55 P030
...i like the desert silver
...sorry these cars are priced very low...? or mabe I paid too much for mine
look for bad body and/or paint work. Pay a MB dealer or indy to perform a buyers inspection.
...sorry these cars are priced very low...? or mabe I paid too much for mine look for bad body and/or paint work. Pay a MB dealer or indy to perform a buyers inspection.
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11-14-2006, 12:35 PM
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year 2000 model E-320 210 chassis
Yeah the prices look very good. I paid about 2k more for E-320 but that was about a year 1/2 ago and mine had 58k. But what ever you do make sure you take it to someone for a look over before buying! And try to get the best warrenty you can just in case.
11-14-2006, 11:59 PM
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2001 E320 RWD - Brilliant Silver/Ash: 100,000+
My 2000+ E430
About 2 years ago, I paid $12,900 for a '98 E430 that needed some work. The dealer (used car manager) graciously agreed to split 50/50 with me the cost of the repairs - defective sunroof, loose passenger-side mirror, and sticking center console cup holder. If I had it to do over again, I would not have put more money into that car. In your case, it sounds like you are in a very good position to buy a used Benz.
Additionally, you are looking at a post-facelift W210, which I think is a good idea. From MY 2000 on, they look much better, and have more goodies.
Good luck.
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Additionally, you are looking at a post-facelift W210, which I think is a good idea. From MY 2000 on, they look much better, and have more goodies.
Good luck.
M
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11-15-2006, 01:49 AM
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I just bought my 02 E430 with 50k miles for $20k out here on the West coastd a few weeks ago. If I were you I'd try and find one with less miles and spend just a little more money. Just my .02. And living in Maryland, watch for rust! As soon as I got mine home, the brake warning light came on and all I needed to do was change the pads. It was easy (with the help of this forum!) and it didnt take but an 1/2 hour to do the fronts. So far that's the only problem I've had with the car. Good luck! But you will not be disappointed with that model!
11-16-2006, 01:12 PM
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2000 E430 sport
Got my 2000 E430 with sports pkg/tv-DVD, in each headrest,every option except htd seats (live in the south, no need!!) with 91000m for
$15000. I got lucky though, was not even looking for a MB due to baby #2 on the way, but it was too great of a deal to pass. The gentleman I bought it from had an impeccable mnt. record on it and replaced the AC / rotors / BK pads at 90k miles. I checked out all of the service records (most are paperless now) from the local MB dealer and the Indie he went to and all checked out. It has been a great car so far, but I do not live too far from work so it has been only 3k miles. The one thing I cant get over is that it actually has been getting great mileage, especially with my heavy foot! But if your dad has a shop, man go for it. Not to rub anyone the wrong way, but have you checked out a 2000-2001 BMW 740il, a little more but it has got a lot of room, little sportier in the handling. $$ on the maintanance but you got that covered by dado!!!
$15000. I got lucky though, was not even looking for a MB due to baby #2 on the way, but it was too great of a deal to pass. The gentleman I bought it from had an impeccable mnt. record on it and replaced the AC / rotors / BK pads at 90k miles. I checked out all of the service records (most are paperless now) from the local MB dealer and the Indie he went to and all checked out. It has been a great car so far, but I do not live too far from work so it has been only 3k miles. The one thing I cant get over is that it actually has been getting great mileage, especially with my heavy foot! But if your dad has a shop, man go for it. Not to rub anyone the wrong way, but have you checked out a 2000-2001 BMW 740il, a little more but it has got a lot of room, little sportier in the handling. $$ on the maintanance but you got that covered by dado!!!
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I own a 2001 e430 4matic that I've had for the past 2 1/2 years. The car has had some repair costs, but I couldn't be happier with the way it drives. For 14-15,000, there is no better buy out there. Get one and don't look back
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11-19-2006, 11:14 AM
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2001 E320 RWD - Brilliant Silver/Ash: 100,000+
Another thought
I was looking for a 2002 E430 Special Edition for awhile, but they are hard to find (not many produced I think - the last half of model year apparently).
They were somewhat limited in colors/options, but if I remember, there were a couple of nice goodies included for no extra charge on those.
MB also made SE E320s too, but after having experience with both engines, the extra 54HP and increased lower-end torque in the 430 makes a noticeable difference.
Good luck!
They were somewhat limited in colors/options, but if I remember, there were a couple of nice goodies included for no extra charge on those.
MB also made SE E320s too, but after having experience with both engines, the extra 54HP and increased lower-end torque in the 430 makes a noticeable difference.
Good luck!
