1999 Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML320 review from North America
"Not worthy of the Star"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Air condition failed at 24K miles.
Sun roof won't close at 24500 miles.
Harmonic balancer flew apart, damaged radiator, etc. at 34K miles replaced again six months later.. another failure.
Driver side window failed at 37K miles
Paint started to chip on front bumper at 40K miles
Driver side electrical failed at 43K miles
Fueled pump replaced twice at 45K and 47K miles
Been in shop every two months since bought.
General comments?
I own a 1982 300SD that has 298K miles. Nothing serious since purchase. Everything still works... just typical maintenance issues. Planning on replacing the engine when the time comes and planning on trading in the 1999 ML320 for another Z3 or Z4. Wish I had another 300SD for my wife to drive.
They should recall all the ML320's.
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| Powerfull and reliable everyday and better days driver, good family car |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | gas Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 23200 miles |
| Most recent distance | 70156 miles |
| Previous car | BMW Z3 Roadster |
| Date of Entry | 3rd June, 2004 |