E class 211 estate

[350cls]

OP, I have had two 211 one being an e55 and currently an s211 320cdi. 2004 reg. O3 build. Had a few troubles within ownership and still have a current issue which I think is injector related. Long story hope to resolve it, in the near future. Depending on cost of fix to value of car.

If you do purchase one just give it a good test drive. If all suspension is working correctly it should ride and drive extremely well. Same with the gear box the 5 speed is so smooth throughout the gears. All cars will have little issues I'm sure. But if overall drives well and feels smooth, they can go for big mileage. Purchased ours 198k currently have 235k on it. Paid small money have had to pay for repairs over the years but I expected this with what the car cost. There are many variations of engines. The e320cdi had fantastic power, really does have a pack a punch when needed. And the do drive amazingly well. If you do like one and it does drive and ride well. It makes for a brilliant car in all aspects. Mine still on original Injectors 235k. Interior is in brilliant condition for age. Heated seats still work front and rear. If the injector issues don't work out. I'll be on the look for a younger mileage one in the new year.

Happy hunting, hope you find the one for you

 

[usernamerequired]

I wouldn't mind one of the 55 ones tbf we don't do much mileage mainly short journeys atm. I see some 6.3l models on auto trader too

 

[350cls]

I wouldn't mind one of the 55 ones tbf we don't do much mileage mainly short journeys atm. I see some 6.3l models on auto trader too

Big big bucks for the 55s and 63s

 

[MikeInWimbledon]

I wouldn't mind one of the 55 ones tbf we don't do much mileage mainly short journeys atm. I see some 6.3l models on auto trader too

Mmm, so we're more relaxed about reliability and maintenance costs now ?

When looking at AMG's try to go for the ones that have been owned by little old ladies who only used them to go to Church on Sundays.....

 

[Wearsthefoxhat]

I wouldn't mind one of the 55 ones tbf we don't do much mileage mainly short journeys atm. I see some 6.3l models on auto trader too

2005 car, lower rfl and with seven seats too…. just passed it’s MOT. 3 owners, mine for the last 8 years and 83k miles…going on AT very soon..

 

[SpikyMikey]

Mmm, so we're more relaxed about reliability and maintenance costs now ?

When looking at AMG's try to go for the ones that have been owned by little old ladies who only used them to go to Church on Sundays.....

The same little old ladies who preferred to use their M5 for the once a week run to Sainsbury's presumably?

 

[DSM10000]

The same little old ladies who preferred to use their M5 for the once a week run to Sainsbury's presumably?

Waitrose please!

 

[m80]

and if you find a fair few condoms in the estate area you'll know it hasn't been driven as much as it might have been.

Church on Sunday and an occasional coffee morning would leave an amount of free time.

 

[MikeInWimbledon]

The same little old ladies who preferred to use their M5 for the once a week run to Sainsbury's presumably?

Sainsbury’s, you say?

Better to hold out for the Waitrose types, I’d say.

Sainsbury: can be a bit flibbertygibbet

But maybe that’s just my Kensington & Chelsea youth?

 

[usernamerequired]

Mmm, so we're more relaxed about reliability and maintenance costs now ?

When looking at AMG's try to go for the ones that have been owned by little old ladies who only used them to go to Church on Sundays.....

I more meant terns of fuel economy!

Maintenance costs aren't really the main concern. We are coming out of a 97 bmw. Its more I dont want to buy a nail. My mate sent me one on ebay the other week was perfect except for diesel and 5 seats. One lady owner from new. Garaged whole life even had photos of underside up on mot ramp was mint. 40 or 50k from memory. Sold for about 5 or 6 and seemed worth every penny

 

[usernamerequired]

What is the difference between low rfl and high? How much £ or does it depend on engine size?

 

[DSM10000]

Sainsbury’s, you say?

Better to hold out for the Waitrose types, I’d say.

Sainsbury: can be a bit flibbertygibbet

But maybe that’s just my Kensington & Chelsea youth?

See post #27

 

[DSM10000]

What is the difference between low rfl and high? How much £ or does it depend on engine size?

What do you class as low and high?

It is based on emissions.

 

[Wearsthefoxhat]

What is the difference between low rfl and high? How much £ or does it depend on engine size?

£410 is for pre 2006, over £700 for 2006 upwards. (might be £770 ?)

petrol E500 and E55

 

[DSM10000]

£410 is for pre 2006, over £700 for 2006 upwards. (might be £770 ?)

Not for all models

 

[Wearsthefoxhat]

Not for all models

Not for all models

just added to my post , thank you..

 

[DSM10000]

Vehicle tax rates

Tables showing the rates for vehicle tax for different types of vehicle.

www.gov.uk

 

[usernamerequired]

Well suppose I need to start a new thread name! Picked up this today. Seen it in the morning online and was down there this afternoon. Loads of history and had it off original owner. Mileage a bit higher than I wanted but not too bad. Long journeys to european holiday home.

Has had a bit of work done very recently. Mb ended up paying for most of it. Bit of confusion with the mobilo scheme and a European garage not honouring properly. Mb refunded most of cost after a complaint in UK. So it has had rear suspension done and is now on its first fuel pump. First one lasted 6 years then had another within the last year.

I will look into it more when I have time but am I right in thinking if we stay with main dealer for service we will benefit from continued coverage on mobilo?

Only niggle so far is centre button not doing anything when twirling. It does move the selector when pushing side to side though. Does it need a new unit or is it a problem with the settings?

 

[abecketts]

Good luck with your search, if diesel is out of the question (a oty as my e280 needs a home) I think you'll have a far smaller number of cars to go for. As stated earlier buy on condition and I hope you find what you are looking for

 

[usernamerequired]

Good luck with your search, if diesel is out of the question (a oty as my e280 needs a home) I think you'll have a far smaller number of cars to go for. As stated earlier buy on condition and I hope you find what you are looking for

I bought the one above