Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate (1996 - 2003) E320 V6 Elegance 5d Auto (5) (1997/R) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Family guy that wants quality and reliability.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They are impressed by the badge but shocked when I tell them about the faults.
Would you buy this car again and why?
No - MB not what it used to be. Local dealers only interested if you service the car with them.
What are you likely to buy next?
Audi A6.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£4,000
When did you buy the car?
April 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Needed an estate with 7 seats.
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Smooth and quite. Great engine and gearbox. Shame about the bodywork.
What's it like to park?
Easy given size. Good turning circle and, being an estate, you know exactly where the car ends.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
More problems than expected from such a brand with full dealer service history and 70k: mass airflow sensor, rust on front wings and tailgate lock, leaking fuel pump and paintwork chips very easily.
What's most practical about your car?
Capacity.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Cruise control.
