Looking to purchase 03 E320
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Looking to purchase 03 E320
Hi,
I just sold my 02 c-class and looking at purchasing an 03 e320, is there anything i should look out for, as I know there are common problem associated with certain cars, what about these? Any recommendation? do these have serious mechanical problems or minor headaches? thanx in advance
I just sold my 02 c-class and looking at purchasing an 03 e320, is there anything i should look out for, as I know there are common problem associated with certain cars, what about these? Any recommendation? do these have serious mechanical problems or minor headaches? thanx in advance
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From: Canton (North Metro Atlanta), Georgia
2003 E500
I spent the summer doing a lot of research, and in my area (Atlanta), it seemed more adventageous to purchase a 500 instead of a 320. You pay only slightly more, and the fuel mileage difference is dismal on paper. I also have more options on my 500 than the 320 as well. The power difference is monumental! Good luck.
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was '03 E320 - now - '04 S4
I would avoid heavily optioned '03s. There have been a number of early '03s that have proved to be quite problematic (mine included)
There also seems to be a trend in that the more options - the greater the chances of problems. They are mostly electronic in nature.
My car had a few options but wasn't really crazy-loaded and it was very annoying. It has turned me away from M-B altogether.
Definitely run the VIN number by a dealer and get a copy of the service records and then decide.
There also seems to be a trend in that the more options - the greater the chances of problems. They are mostly electronic in nature.
My car had a few options but wasn't really crazy-loaded and it was very annoying. It has turned me away from M-B altogether.
Definitely run the VIN number by a dealer and get a copy of the service records and then decide.
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From: Connecticut
E500-4matic
Hi I have a 2003 E320 if you're still interested! It's Obsidian Black w/grey interior..It looks super clean and runs great feel free to email me at
jvc19762003@yahoo.com.. i can provide you several pics & whatever other information you'd like..I just bought an 04 E500-4Matic to deal with the winters up here in CT or else I'd keep my E320 but unfortunately I cant afford to keep them both.
jvc19762003@yahoo.com.. i can provide you several pics & whatever other information you'd like..I just bought an 04 E500-4Matic to deal with the winters up here in CT or else I'd keep my E320 but unfortunately I cant afford to keep them both.
