1996 Mercedes-Benz W124 E220 review from UK and Ireland
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Water pump replaced at 102,000
Head gasket blew at 127,00 miles
£1400 to put right!
General comments?
The car, a 7 seater estate, has been generally reliable and is always a pleasure to drive. Like most Mercedes it inherits a turning circle which impresses most passengers!. The ride is so relaxing and I would have no hesitation in driving it to and from Tuscany, when time allows. The head gasket blowing was a bolt out of the blue and at one stage put continued ownership in to question. However I was assured by the repairing garage a non franchised garage, that the engine was barely worn and so I have shelled out and will carry on with it.
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| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2 petrol Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 6 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
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| Distance when acquired | 82000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 127000 miles |
| Previous car | Honda Civic |
| Date of Entry | 29th May, 2004 |