1995 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E420 review from North America
"Reliable and enjoyable car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
At approximately 65000 miles I noticed a slightly off noise when the car was first started. Took it in to the dealer and they reported it was something on the emissions which amazingly was still covered under warranty (well past the 4 year and 40k warranty). It would have been about $300 otherwise.
General comments?
Has been an extremely extremely reliable car for me.
I love the power of the 8 cylinder. My prior car was a 300E Turbo Diesel. This car has significantly more power.
Have regularly changed the oil.
Only semi expensive maintenance is brake pad/rotor changes (very easily done by a somewhat competent do it yourselfer). You are notified when these are getting low by a light on the dash.
Interior, especially the leather, holds up much better than most cars.
Very responsive quick car.
Handles adequately for a 4 seater family car.
A little poor in snow unless you get snow tires (which I highly recommend if you are in a snowy climate like Wisconsin). With some high quality snow tires, it handles great.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1995 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.2L V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 55000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 91000 miles |
| Previous car | Mercedes-Benz E-Class |
| Date of Entry | 17th October, 2001 |