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Used 1997 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Diesel Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

Pretty much bulletproof

steve w, 09/08/2017
1997 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E300D 4dr Sedan
3 of 4 people found this review helpful

Long term owner here. zI've had 4 MB Diesels over the years and the straight 6 engine is legendary; robust and thrifty. I do most all my own work and love the engineering that goes into MB products. I use the diesels as my daily commuter and for trips. I get over 32 mpg and its comfortable and quiet.

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2.88 out of 5 stars

Total Junk!

Total Junk, 08/29/2008
1997 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E300D 4dr Sedan
2 of 5 people found this review helpful

This car was a total hunk of junk from the first day we drove it. The check engine light came on on the drive home on the day of purchase. It was never fixed, but to make the car even worse the radiator had to be replaced before the car could be sold. So, $3200 later we finally just got rid of the car to cut our losses while we still could. Run! Don't walk away from this car!

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5 out of 5 stars

360000 miles!

Mark in Spokane, 09/27/2022
1997 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E300D 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

What can I say. Wonderful! Like driving a cloud! Smooth as glass.

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