Searching for My E55
05-23-2013, 09:00 PM
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'99 ML320, '06 E55
Searching for My E55
Came across this online. The carfax is red flag. The vavle cover gasket replacements alone keeping me away. Not to mention the fugly rims. This search is harder than I thought. Sheesh lol
http://www.carfax.com/VehicleHistory...&partner=ATD_U
http://www.carfax.com/VehicleHistory...&partner=ATD_U
05-23-2013, 09:38 PM
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'99 ML320, '06 E55
I just hate it when I see 3 owner cars and last owner had it for a very short time, I start asking myself why he sold it so quick after purchase. Plus there is a few miles on the car unaccounted for. Thinking the Benz dealer put some delear plates on it to beat the car up for a few weeks while its up for sale lol
05-23-2013, 11:12 PM
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As far for Valve gasket, this is very common issue. I have mine done when I installed my Header and change plugs...
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05-24-2013, 06:50 PM
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65 Chevelle Wagon w/ C5 frame, 08 ML63, 04 S600, 04 E55,(sold) 00 ML55,(sold) 98 C43-55K Swap
Oh god, not valve cover gaskets!!!!
I would run from that car!
Jk, it's Very normal
I would run from that car!Jk, it's Very normal
05-24-2013, 08:05 PM
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Audi S4 (sold), E46 M3 (sold) 05 E55 silver/black(sold)
This site is such a wealth of information I fail to understand how one fails to do extensive enough research to learn the ins and outs of these cars.
That car is relatively low mileage and dealer serviced. Rims are easy enough to replace. There are at least three solid cars in the for sale section of this site.
That car is relatively low mileage and dealer serviced. Rims are easy enough to replace. There are at least three solid cars in the for sale section of this site.
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05-24-2013, 08:12 PM
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Looks like the current owner is a dealer or picked the car up at a dealer auction and is hoping to turn the car for a quick buck.
It would be a red flag if the valve cover gaskets were not replaced at some point in time.
Pay a good independent shop to do a PPI on the car and make an offer
It would be a red flag if the valve cover gaskets were not replaced at some point in time.
Pay a good independent shop to do a PPI on the car and make an offer
05-25-2013, 04:53 PM
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[QUOTE=KMS11;5658458]This site is such a wealth of information I fail to understand how one fails to do extensive enough research to learn the ins and outs of these cars.
That car is relatively low mileage and dealer serviced. Rims are easy enough to replace. There are at least three solid cars in the for sale section of this site.[/QUOTE
I am in the process of doing that now, don't knock my learning curve bro.
That car is relatively low mileage and dealer serviced. Rims are easy enough to replace. There are at least three solid cars in the for sale section of this site.[/QUOTE
I am in the process of doing that now, don't knock my learning curve bro.
05-25-2013, 04:56 PM
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Looks like the current owner is a dealer or picked the car up at a dealer auction and is hoping to turn the car for a quick buck.
It would be a red flag if the valve cover gaskets were not replaced at some point in time.
Pay a good independent shop to do a PPI on the car and make an offer
It would be a red flag if the valve cover gaskets were not replaced at some point in time.
Pay a good independent shop to do a PPI on the car and make an offer
05-25-2013, 05:07 PM
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http://www.carfax.com/VehicleHistory...&partner=ATD_W
Now I came across this one, going to keep u guys posted when I decide to pull the trigger on one
Now I came across this one, going to keep u guys posted when I decide to pull the trigger on one
05-25-2013, 08:17 PM
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Are you serious ? Valve covers are like Regular maintance , I did my Oil change, Plugs , wires , valve covers all in 1 shot when I got a chance ! Id be Happy it was changed. Not like the Motor was swapped out lol
05-25-2013, 09:32 PM
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I'd definitely give that one a closer look, it looks like a nice car. If the car is nearby don't waste your time or $$ with Carfax. Pay for a good PPI from an independent shop and you'll be much better informed. If the car is a distance away, Carfax can be a good way to save you from wasting your time with a car that pictures well but is a turd, but still no substitute for common sense and a keen technical eye.
05-26-2013, 10:05 AM
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Audi S4 (sold), E46 M3 (sold) 05 E55 silver/black(sold)
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Bro, that's just it. You joined in 2010, have 85 posts and are just now learning that valve cover gaskets seep or leak. 
This site is such a wealth of information I fail to understand how one fails to do extensive enough research to learn the ins and outs of these cars.
That car is relatively low mileage and dealer serviced. Rims are easy enough to replace. There are at least three solid cars in the for sale section of this site.[/QUOTE
I am in the process of doing that now, don't knock my learning curve bro.
That car is relatively low mileage and dealer serviced. Rims are easy enough to replace. There are at least three solid cars in the for sale section of this site.[/QUOTE
I am in the process of doing that now, don't knock my learning curve bro.
05-28-2013, 12:18 AM
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'99 ML320, '06 E55
[quote=KMS11;5659703]I joined in 2010 when I got my ML bro. I been looking into E55s for a few months now. Now chill out w/ the silly comments. Too many wasted words over the net that would never be said to me in person. Everyone else thanks for the help for this newbie, appreciate it
05-28-2013, 12:22 AM
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05-28-2013, 09:55 AM
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I'm in LA, and would not hesitate to say anything in person that I've just said online. Bro.
Maybe you ought to chill out with the waste of a thread.
Maybe you ought to chill out with the waste of a thread.
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