OPINION PLEASE!!!
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ML 350
OPINION PLEASE!!!
Ok need some more opinions.
ML350 vs. E350
I purchased in Nov 2011 a 2010 CPO ML350. 6,900 mi at delivery 11,200 now.SInce then I have had the following:
Replace Auto Light Sensor
Replace Pully(s) and belt
Replace Front Transmission Pump
In the shop for 2 weeks for a groan/vibration at 80-84 mph. Turned out the brand new Conti tires were bad they replaced with Michelin
Auto Light Sensor still now working correctly
Replace Rear View Camera
MBRACE not working correclty had to be re flashed
I have not visited the shop for the following
When Radio is on mute if u hit a bump it un mutes
Excessive clatter on start up
When cold ambient temps I hear a ticking sound from the engine
They are willing to swap me out into a CPO 2011 E 350 with 14,200 mi, any opinions?
I like the quiet nature and ride of the ML but I am gun shy.
The E feels like a MB with heavy weight but seems to have a lot more road noise and firmer ride. It has the sport pky is the lux pkg any softer riding?
HELP I need to make a decision
ML350 vs. E350
I purchased in Nov 2011 a 2010 CPO ML350. 6,900 mi at delivery 11,200 now.SInce then I have had the following:
Replace Auto Light Sensor
Replace Pully(s) and belt
Replace Front Transmission Pump
In the shop for 2 weeks for a groan/vibration at 80-84 mph. Turned out the brand new Conti tires were bad they replaced with Michelin
Auto Light Sensor still now working correctly
Replace Rear View Camera
MBRACE not working correclty had to be re flashed
I have not visited the shop for the following
When Radio is on mute if u hit a bump it un mutes
Excessive clatter on start up
When cold ambient temps I hear a ticking sound from the engine
They are willing to swap me out into a CPO 2011 E 350 with 14,200 mi, any opinions?
I like the quiet nature and ride of the ML but I am gun shy.
The E feels like a MB with heavy weight but seems to have a lot more road noise and firmer ride. It has the sport pky is the lux pkg any softer riding?
HELP I need to make a decision
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From: Manassas, VA
10 Cayenne GTS, 07 Porsche 911 Turbo
I've owned both, an 07 E550 4Matic and my current 09 ML550, I like them both.
Is the E350 also a 4Matic?
Ask for the E350's maitenance history.
What are your family/commute requirements? The E350 may be cheaper to operate.
Change the E350 to Comfort vs. the recommend Sport shift and see if you like that.
E350 will handle daily driving better but ML350 is better in snow (from personal experience)
Lots of problems reported on this board with 2010/11 ML's (no clue why)
2011 E350 is new body style vs. old ML body style
Both still under OEM warranty with CPO's so it shouldn't matter (but inconvenience is !!!)
You will always dislike/not trust your ML because of recurring maitenance problems however, once they are fixed the ML is rock solid.
Just a few thoughts-
Is the E350 also a 4Matic?
Ask for the E350's maitenance history.
What are your family/commute requirements? The E350 may be cheaper to operate.
Change the E350 to Comfort vs. the recommend Sport shift and see if you like that.
E350 will handle daily driving better but ML350 is better in snow (from personal experience)
Lots of problems reported on this board with 2010/11 ML's (no clue why)
2011 E350 is new body style vs. old ML body style
Both still under OEM warranty with CPO's so it shouldn't matter (but inconvenience is !!!)
You will always dislike/not trust your ML because of recurring maitenance problems however, once they are fixed the ML is rock solid.
Just a few thoughts-
