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09-12-2003, 05:57 PM
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Mercedes Man,
You need to post some details to get the feedback...
However, here is what to look for 1998 2000, look for the Crankshaft Balancer, there is a trend of them goign out, if it does it takes out many thing such as timing cover, oil pan, radiator..etc.. However, this can be changed for an updated parts.
Look for defective motor mount
look for the blower fan speed
Typically all of this problems happens between 70-85k
These are good cars, except mentioned above..
You need to post some details to get the feedback...
However, here is what to look for 1998 2000, look for the Crankshaft Balancer, there is a trend of them goign out, if it does it takes out many thing such as timing cover, oil pan, radiator..etc.. However, this can be changed for an updated parts.
Look for defective motor mount
look for the blower fan speed
Typically all of this problems happens between 70-85k
These are good cars, except mentioned above..
09-13-2003, 10:34 AM
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This car ia 96' model, and the asking price is $12,000. Very low price for an E320 IMO, but I have seen others for the same price so I wouldn't worry about it. Thanks for the replies!
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09-13-2003, 04:25 PM
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How many miles on it? I have had a 96 for several years now and would recommend it. Roll the rear windows up and down a few times to listen for any noise. All E-class cars have poor parts for the rear windows. Push up and down on the front bumper or listen for any popping noises while turning. The lower control arm bushings go out after 75K miles on the E-Class. It looks like it is in good shape in the pictures.
09-13-2003, 05:30 PM
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Originally posted by E-Klasse
..........listen for any popping noises while turning. The lower control arm bushings go out after 75K miles on the E-Class
..........listen for any popping noises while turning. The lower control arm bushings go out after 75K miles on the E-Class
09-13-2003, 09:24 PM
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The car has 84,00 Miles, BTW. Thanks for the heads up, and i was wondering, would that popping noise happen while driving?
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09-14-2003, 12:09 AM
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Originally posted by Mercedes Man 01
The car has 84,00 Miles, BTW. Thanks for the heads up, and i was wondering, would that poopping noise happen while driving?
The car has 84,00 Miles, BTW. Thanks for the heads up, and i was wondering, would that poopping noise happen while driving?
Besides that, thats a good price IMO. best of luck bro!
09-14-2003, 11:23 AM
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E-Klasse, mine's a late model 98 and "pops" when I turn but only while I reverse. Does that mean something's aout to go?
E-Klasse, mine's a late model 98 and "pops" when I turn but only while I reverse. Does that mean something's aout to go?
09-14-2003, 11:29 AM
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Originally posted by Mercedes Man 01
The car has 84,00 Miles, BTW. Thanks for the heads up, and i was wondering, would that popping noise happen while driving?
The car has 84,00 Miles, BTW. Thanks for the heads up, and i was wondering, would that popping noise happen while driving?
Flex the control arm and listen for any noise. You might not be able to hear it while driving. Just push up and down on the fender on each side.
09-15-2003, 06:30 PM
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Got a better deal....
Got a better deal...
OK everybody, bear with me
. I found a better car for me,a 1998 E430 Sport Black/Beige, which is my favorite color combo. The car is selling for $21,000, has 79,000 miles with a warranty until 100,000 miles. I'm assuming the same problems that go with th 1996 E320 go for the E430. If i'm wrong let me know.
Thanks a bunch
OK everybody, bear with me
. I found a better car for me,a 1998 E430 Sport Black/Beige, which is my favorite color combo. The car is selling for $21,000, has 79,000 miles with a warranty until 100,000 miles. I'm assuming the same problems that go with th 1996 E320 go for the E430. If i'm wrong let me know.Thanks a bunch
