I'd appreciate some advice in choosing a merc.
I need one with adjustable steering column.
Do no more than 10k
Budget about 15-19k
Plan is to hold on to the car for about 5-8 years
Not keen on anything less than a 2.6litre.
Been told best to stretch to a 320CDi if i can
read a couple of problems :eg"
Daimler Chrysler has now admitted to another rust problem on all W210 E Class up to June 2001 build - apparently due to using stretched steel construction. Affects areas around door window seals and suspension mounting points. May be a problem with the engine mounts of the E320CDI. Complaints of water ingress leading to corrosion damage of ventlilation system blower motor. "
Is this a common problem?
I don't suppose saloons have split rear seats that fold down for access to the boot?
Realistic servicing costs- £500 a year?
I need one with adjustable steering column.
Do no more than 10k
Budget about 15-19k
Plan is to hold on to the car for about 5-8 years
Not keen on anything less than a 2.6litre.
Been told best to stretch to a 320CDi if i can
read a couple of problems :eg"
Daimler Chrysler has now admitted to another rust problem on all W210 E Class up to June 2001 build - apparently due to using stretched steel construction. Affects areas around door window seals and suspension mounting points. May be a problem with the engine mounts of the E320CDI. Complaints of water ingress leading to corrosion damage of ventlilation system blower motor. "
Is this a common problem?
I don't suppose saloons have split rear seats that fold down for access to the boot?
Realistic servicing costs- £500 a year?