1986 Mercedes-Benz W124 230e review from Australia and New Zealand
"Need attention to keep it running after nearly 20 years, but worth it"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Radiator tank replaced
Drivers side electric window winder needs replacing (parts $150 after market)
General comments?
I've had no major problems with this car. Because of it's age and KM's travelled it needs to be serviced and maintained. Fortunately most parts are available after market at reasonable prices. (Full set of rotors and pads, fitted for $500) It's pretty easy to do minor repairs yourself.
Fantastic to drive, but a little slow off the mark with the 2.3l engine. A real cruising machine that still looks good after 20 years. Makes a great 2nd. car.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 1986 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3L petrol Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 170000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 267000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 10th March, 2006 |