Need guru help on 1999 E300 TD

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Philip1972

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Morning gurus!

Looking at a cheap E300 TD. (1999).

Are they reliable? I am after an economical derv doe long motorway trips, and wonder if these go on forever?

I know rust is an issue and have checked this one, which seems to be in good shape.

I am more concerned about engine and gearbox.....are these from the era of granite?

Thanks

Phil
 
Hi

Very reliable engine and gearbox, nice motorway cruisers.

Expect mid 30's mpg at motorway speeds

I have a 98 with 370K only ever let me down with the impeller on the water pump.

230k
 
Mechanically excellent, just remember to check the top of the spring perches for rust. If you can get one with two keys it would be better if one key fails.
 

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