We'll be in the market for a new car to replace our 2010 Mazda 6 within the next year or so. A new Mazda 6 is at the top of the list, but we are also considering a 2013 or 2014 Mercedes Benz E350. In great shape with lowish miles, they can be bought for $30,000 + or - depending on options and mileage. Yes, I am fully aware that it will cost more to maintain and repair than almost any Japanese or American vehicle, but the E Class of those model years is showing to be a very dependable and relatively trouble free vehicle (according to Consumer Reports and others), especially among its German peers. They don't show up for sale very often, but I would consider the diesel model as well.
It would primarily be my wife's car, we would buy it with less than 50K miles on it, and it would be driven about 8K-10K miles per year. We generally like to keep our cars about 10 years. Anyone with experience with these vehicles? Is there anything in particular I should watch out for or be aware of? I'm still very early in the process, so I plan to check out some MB forums too. Thank you for your input.
It would primarily be my wife's car, we would buy it with less than 50K miles on it, and it would be driven about 8K-10K miles per year. We generally like to keep our cars about 10 years. Anyone with experience with these vehicles? Is there anything in particular I should watch out for or be aware of? I'm still very early in the process, so I plan to check out some MB forums too. Thank you for your input.
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