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    BlueEfficiency/BlueTec

    Hi All, so, the search for a replacement has started! I have just viewed a 2011 ML 350 Blue efficiency Grand Edition with 100K miles, at just under £9K. To be honest, I wasn't blown away by it. Perhaps I was expecting too much compared to my 270, but I didn't find it very refined and was quite...
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    BlueEfficiency/BlueTec

    Indeed DSK, I don't expect a 10+ year old car to be trouble free. My 163 has thrown a few bills of this size at me over the last 10 years, its all part of the running cost (and goes through by business). I just want to have the expectation that if I can find a good one, and look after it, it...
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    BlueEfficiency/BlueTec

    Wow! thanks so much for all the info and opinions, it has been really helpful. I understand that there can be a problem with an oil cooler seal on the V6 diesel, was this issue rectified after a certain year/VIN? Or is it only rectified by the replacement seal?
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    BlueEfficiency/BlueTec

    BTW, I have no need or desire to drive into London, or any other city for that matter. most of my driving is local and rural/semi rural.
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    BlueEfficiency/BlueTec

    Thanks Malcolm, yes, its definitely a diesel that I'm after. I don't mind going for an earlier car as long as I can find one without astronomical milage! My old 270 has been a great work horse, and although still running well, now has an ever increasing list of small niggles, and more...
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    BlueEfficiency/BlueTec

    Morning all, I am finally about to start S/H car hunting to replace my aged ML. I am looking at getting a newer equivalent, so an ML 280/300/320, probably about 10 - 12 years old. Could somebody please explain the difference between a BlueEfficiency, BlueTec badged car or a standard one? I was...
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    W164 buying advice

    Thanks for the advice guys, as you can tell, I'm no expert on the engine codes! So, just to clarify, the balance shaft gear issue only affects the petrol engines? I think I'm going to go for another diesel, I'm guessing whatever I get is going to be quite an improvement on the 270 engine wise?
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    W164 buying advice

    http://www.mercedesmedic.com/check-my-mercedes-benz-for-balance-shaft-issue-by-vin-m272273/
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    W164 buying advice

    Something to do with premature wear on a gear or cog, that was manufactured with a sub standard material?
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    W164 buying advice

    I was told it was an issue on the diesel engine, I guess I could have heard wrong, or have been miss informed.
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    W164 buying advice

    Hi all, I'm beginning to face the fact that I am going to have to replace my trusty old ML 270 at some point in the not to distant future, as the various small niggles are beginning to add up and the tin worm is starting to show itself in more areas. I have been looking at the W164 as a...
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    ML270 key fob issue

    Thanks oigle, that's different to what I was trying, I'll give it a go.
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    ML270 key fob issue

    Hi all, one of the key fobs for my ML 2003 270 has died. I have tried new batteries and have tried to re program by pressing the the ignition in position 1 but no joy. I suspect that it has just failed with age. Luckily I have a second fob which is working but I don't like only having one as we...
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    ML model advice

    Thanks Jonny, that one looks nice but a bit more that I was intending to spend. My cars do get a bit of a rough time, being used for every conceivable task including work, carrying furniture, building materials, tip runs etc! So I will probably look for one that is a little less pristine. I...
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    ML model advice

    Thanks for the advice, sounds like that one may be due some oil cooler seals. Iv'e just had my 270 serviced and she has been given a relatively clean bill of health so I will plod on with her for a little longer and see what comes along!
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    ML model advice

    This one looks good or am I missing something? https://www.cargurus.co.uk/Cars/l-Used-Mercedes-Benz-M-Class-d3384?sourceContext=criteo&utm_campaign=criteo_remarketing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=criteo#listing=137041220
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    ML model advice

    Thanks, that's a good tip about the leather which could save me a lot of time. How often do the seals need replacing? I guess I would need to see a receipt as proof that they had been done?
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    ML model advice

    Thanks you two, That is helpful. Seems like it could be a good choice, and quite a step up from my old tank! I am not too fussy about it being in perfect condition as long as it has been looked after mechanically and spec wise I'm not too worried as long as it has aircon, leather, parking...
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    ML model advice

    Thanks for that. Are there and 164 owners out there or anyone who services/repairs a lot of them with any thoughts?
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    ML model advice

    Hi all, I have owned my ML 270 for quite a few years now. It has been a mostly happy relationship, if a little costly at times! We have have covered many miles together and I use her pretty much every day to get to different places of work. I am now facing the fact that it may be time to have to...


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