Newbie who needs some help

[John Laidlaw]

What do you guys think of this

Looks a fairly honest car- nothing too special in the way of extras but maybe that won't bother you.
Has the OM651 engine which a smallish number (compared to how many produced and sold anyway) of folks had simplex chains let go or stripped sprockets. It's worth checking whether the injectors have been changed also.
Minor points - hate the chrome plate surrounds that's horrid- can't read the tyre legend but I personally take something positive if the previous owner puts a reasonably good tyre on, shows they care(d)...those look a bit like ditchfinders

 

[John Laidlaw]

I just found a great car on Auto Trader:
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/202007121152597

I just found a great car on Auto Trader:
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/202010155045301


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That first one is a cracker for the money with superb history....

 

[malcolm E53 AMG]

As I say be diligent and FMBSH is best but if not do look at the service history (hopefully Independent specialist) and MOT advisories online

The right car will come along I spent quite a few months looking for mine

 

[malcolm E53 AMG]

Ok thank buddy do the oil sill still go on the 264bhp engines and when I go to look for one I’ll keep my eyes open.can they go at any certain mileage or they just go if you know what I mean. And that’s not to bad a price I do have money put away for any certain repairs that pop up so not to worried about that to be honest. And thanks for all your help

MB replaced the seals with an updated Vitol (purple) material type circa 2012/13 unfortunately there is no engine number available that I know when the change was made - most don’t leak badly until >100k miles

https://www.ebay.co.uk/i/2022910800...7779&msclkid=2038d3711a8314f3bf9c8cffbc949f4b

 

[John Laidlaw]

Ok I get what you mean dealer vs private is not really much difference in them at all I do like the the colour of the first car, not seen one that colour before. But your right very easy to check the history of the car with the mot side of things and that. I’ll contact them today even tho there like 4 hours away from me the trip just might be worth it lol

Only issue Lee is it's in Wales, you're not currently allowed

 

[John Laidlaw]

MB replaced the seals with an updated Vitol (purple) material type circa 2012/13 unfortunately there is no engine number available that I know when the change was made - most don’t leak badly until >100k miles

https://www.ebay.co.uk/i/2022910800...7779&msclkid=2038d3711a8314f3bf9c8cffbc949f4b

They're using margarine for seals now ??

 

[Lee Endean]

Only issue Lee is it's in Wales, you're not currently allowed

I know lol just seen that just my luck

 

[Lee Endean]

As I say be diligent and FMBSH is best but if not do look at the service history (hopefully Independent specialist) and MOT advisories online

The right car will come along I spent quite a few months looking for mine

Thanks mate I’m definitely not rushing into it. But you know what it’s. like when you want something nice you can’t wait

 

[axelcls]

Thanks mate I’m definitely not rushing into it. But you know what it’s. like when you want something nice you can’t wait

Just check the first one


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[John Laidlaw]

I know lol just seen that just my luck

in the 'remote' world we live in I'm sure there could be some arrangements made

 

[Lee Endean]

in the 'remote' world we live in I'm sure there could be some arrangements made[/QUOTE
Hahah yes I’m sure they can sneak me into Wales somehow

 

[Lee Endean]

Just check the first one


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Sorry mate what one I’ve sent so many on here did you mean the black 2011 reg I put up on here

 

[axelcls]

No mate, indium grey one YC60BLK



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[Lee Endean]

No mate, indium grey one YC60BLK



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Oh ok thanks. Did not like the colour at first but it’s starting to grow on me now it does look like a nice car

 

[Lee Endean]

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202010155035641
just found this little gem what you guys think of this

 

[axelcls]

Check why failed the last mot, 5+ owners...in my opinion is a no no


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[Lee Endean]

Check why failed the last mot, 5+ owners...in my opinion is a no no


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It’s a dog crap car mate the hunt continues lol

 

[Hotspur]

I just had delivery of my (new to me) 2012 E350 CDI Sport this afternoon - yet to take it out on a run but fell in love with it on the test drive earlier in the week - it is white, with Black leather and suede microfibre type seats and 19" AMG wheels, does look stunning...best of luck with your search, i will let you know how i get on.

 

[AMGeed]

Is this forum members car of any interest?

https://forums.mercedesclub.org.uk/...cedes-e350-bluefficiency-s-s-for-sale.185417/

 

[Frontstep]

Is this forum members car of any interest?

https://forums.mercedesclub.org.uk/...cedes-e350-bluefficiency-s-s-for-sale.185417/

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