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3.88 out of 5 stars

I Expected More From Benz

Don O., 06/26/2005
1997 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E320 4dr Sedan
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

Bought this '97 E320 used in early 2002. I now have 180,000 miles on it. Engine remains reliable, but that's about it. My entire instrument panel is not functioning (dealer replaced ignition switch, which did nothing!!). AC died 2 years ago (dealer replaced dash heating unit, which did nothing!!) Car is rusting badly.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

I will buy another

wideopenbite, 06/05/2004
1997 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E420 4dr Sedan
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

This is still perhaps the most eyecatching Mercedes model, along with the new SL. This car is smooth, quiet, reliable, and a real blast to drive on a long curvy country road. When the time comes, I will probably look to replace this car with a 2001 or 2002. The V-8 is definately the way to go.

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4 out of 5 stars

Wish it was a 4-matic

Daryl, 05/26/2016
1997 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E320 4dr Sedan
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

Have a set of studded snow ready for the winter Great milage 30 miles per gallon Well built over all

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4.88 out of 5 stars

CLASS ACT

Randall Valverde, 12/26/2002
1997 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E320 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I just got it so I still in love!! Plus still under warranty so no worry for at least a year.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Black Opal E420

george michaels, 08/06/2003
1997 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E420 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

A real sleeper. comfortable and powerful auto. Cheaper to run than a 1999 Volvo S80

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