considering purchase of 2000-2002 E320 wagon
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00 E320 Wagon 4matic
considering purchase of 2000-2002 E320 wagon
I have my eye on this one but the deaaler told me they just did the transmission over. Didnt get into asking why tho. I will today. Im having it inspected by a certified MB Tech that services mostly MB's.
The Carfax is says its been in accident.
Love the color which is very rare. Mileage is low. Could this still be a good buy?
You can see a free carfax report if you click the link.
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...standard=false
The Carfax is says its been in accident.
Love the color which is very rare. Mileage is low. Could this still be a good buy?
You can see a free carfax report if you click the link.
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...standard=false
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2003 S210 3.8L Brabus wagon
Price is average for a car that has not been in an accident. Black interior where you are will get really hot in the summer. Try auto trader.com or cars.com for comparisons. I bot mine from CA while living in Florida. Don't be afraid to expand your search and get a good deal. Members in the area will be willing to help you verify the car. Have it thoroughly inspected.
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1991 SC Miata, 1999 W210 Estate Wagon, 2014 W212 Sport Wagon
Love that color combination! To me, the price seems reasonable regardless. If you can obtain better history on the accident, perhaps it would give you a better understanding of what risk you're taking. You can also use that history to negotiate a lower price. Cool car, nonetheless.
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2003 E320 4Matic Wagon & 1997 E320
I have to say that the number of service/repair visits for this wagon is just way too much. 2 sets of motor mount replacements in less than 30k miles? So many checks for the control modules, numerous tire mounting and balancing, etc. I have a feeling that something is wrong with this wagon after the accident.
Last edited by loubapache; May 21, 2009 at 02:45 PM.
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00 E320 Wagon 4matic
I have to say that the number of service/repair visits for this wagon is just way too much. 2 sets of motor mount replacements in less than 30k miles? So many checks for the control modules, numerous tire mounting and balancing, etc. I have a feeling that something is wrong with this wagon after the accident.
Thanks. I will keep looking around but Im running out of time. My R class lease is up.
Gotta do sumthin!!!!
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2003 E320 4Matic Wagon & 1997 E320
You have a point. I think I'm gonna. Leave this one alone. I wouldn't have even known that the tranny was done untill someone (a dealer) there just happened to walk by and tell me. They may have told me anyway. They seemed to be pretty honest. Then again what dealer is?
Thanks. I will keep looking around but Im running out of time. My R class lease is up.
Gotta do sumthin!!!!
Thanks. I will keep looking around but Im running out of time. My R class lease is up.
Gotta do sumthin!!!!
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99' E320 4MATIC ESTATE / 92' 190E 2.6
Price is average for a car that has not been in an accident. Black interior where you are will get really hot in the summer. Try auto trader.com or cars.com for comparisons. I bot mine from CA while living in Florida. Don't be afraid to expand your search and get a good deal. Members in the area will be willing to help you verify the car. Have it thoroughly inspected.
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2004 e320 and 99 e320 wagon
holy cow, with all of the money sunk into repairing and maintaining that car, it just has to be worth like $100K. i can't believe the problems. imho, you need to run from that car.
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2003 S210 3.8L Brabus wagon
Thanks and it is true. There are members who will help yo get a good deal. Someone recently did for a fellow in Houston. Heck I'll do it here in PA West if anyone needed help. Is is part of the sport and love for these cars and others. I have verified many Shelbys and Bosses for people in the past. Why not help, it is fun and you learn a little more and maybe a new friend out of it.
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00 E320 Wagon 4matic
Still looking !!!
how does this carfax look.? Accident but 1 owner.
http://www.carfax.com/VehicleHistory...JH82J13X089668
how does this carfax look.? Accident but 1 owner.
http://www.carfax.com/VehicleHistory...JH82J13X089668
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300E a couple 1994 w124wagon E320 Wagon/,1971MGB Track/Rally, MG Midget Autocross ,2000 E320 wagon.
There are tons of private party wagons out there
be prepared to travel, I would stay away from ny nj cars because of the rust issues,
if you want me to locate ,inspect,tune,mod and deliver one,PM me.
Just finishing doing a delivery to Iowa of a mint 91 300E to a forum member and will be on the road again,when I get done some other items on their other Mb's.
Have fun,will travel
wagons rock
if you want me to locate ,inspect,tune,mod and deliver one,PM me.
Just finishing doing a delivery to Iowa of a mint 91 300E to a forum member and will be on the road again,when I get done some other items on their other Mb's.
Have fun,will travel
wagons rock
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From: COSTA MESA
99' E320 4MATIC ESTATE / 92' 190E 2.6
What will it cost me to find a gem wagon early next year? Looked at w211 wagons lately but I was not impressed with the pricetag or horror stories...Need to find a gem w210 for the wife //rwd, white or silver, facelift, low miles. That shouldn't be too hard?
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From: Palo Alto, CA
1998 E320 Sedan
I've always made it a policy to NEVER purchase a car that has been in an accident. The money saved might very well be spent later in related repairs. If you can afford it, spend more and get a solid, clean and reliable car. Good luck on whatever you chose!!
