1987 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 300 E review from North America
"It's sheer contentment to drive such a masterpiece"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I had the fan belt hydraulic tensioner replaced twice.
Replacement of front struts and rear shocks at time of purchase (110k miles.
Replaced Ignition key switch.
Passenger power seat controls replaced.
Air Conditioner leaks repaired and updated to new coolant standards.
Overhead cam valve seals replaced and leaks repaired.
Transmission seals repaired at 155k.
Odometer failed at 185K or 9/2004.
General comments?
Purchased this beauty in California and It now resides in Texas and I have babied it ever since.
I Love my Benz and plan to drive it until the end of the road.
It purrs with real precision and drives with a smooth glide.
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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 | 1986 |
| First year of ownership | 1995 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 Gas Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 105000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 188000 miles |
| Previous car | Mercedes-Benz E-Class |
| Date of Entry | 3rd March, 2005 |