1987 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 260E review from North America
"This is one solid, dependable, and comfortable car to drive"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Initially, air conditioning wouldn't work, had it fixed, then cool air stopped after a month. Problem is mainly electrical--something not uncommon, or so I'm told.
Cruise control not working properly.
Trip odometer stuck, and clicks every .05 mile or so.
General comments?
First Mercedes I've owned, and it's a great daily driver. Fair to good performance. Not a Porsche 944, but corners reasonably well. Much smoother ride, though.
A lot of creature comforts in a car 17 years old. Have become sold on this car, and look forward to buying a newer one with fewer miles to drive for years to come. Got such a good deal, it now seems like a steal.
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| What a beauty it must have been when it was new! |
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| Engineered to last- work on it your self or its too expensive |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1987 |
| Year of manufacture | 1987 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.6 liter straight 6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 224596 miles |
| Most recent distance | 234982 miles |
| Previous car | Porsche 944 |
| Date of Entry | 5th November, 2004 |