Faults:

So far, alternator went bad. Other than that, just the usual brakes, tires etc... but every car has those problems. Car is in amazing condition for 20 years old.

I have a misfire which I have been hunting these past 2 years. Replaced a lot of ignition and fuel parts without success, but I will figure it out eventually.

OH. Valve stem seals. Once I had this fixed, not a drop of oil used anymore. Misfires were better and the car ran nicer.

A MUST buy car for someone who likes reliability, a Mercedes German Steel Tank for safety and space with the wagon.

General Comments:

I get ~17mpg average in the car. It has the misfire and I estimate once I get it fixed, I should be around the 21mpg average mark.

The US Spec headlights are terrible. Get some aftermarket Hella's or DEPO's ($200). OEM Bosch are great, but rare and expensive ($7-800).

Faults:

I am having some oil leaks from gasket.

General Comments:

My car is mint condition this car gets the boy you must be rich look. Also feels big and airy in cabin, seats are comfortable air conditioner is very good,interior sound noise is nil. It is a pleasure to drive and a real bargain. Fuel Economy is good considering size of car and engine. Parts are not that expensive (labour is, shop around for a Mercedes geek mechanic).