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only diesel
Was hoping that anyone with 2007-2008 model years with 100,000+ miles could comment on how their vehicles are holding up. Repair costs? What type of repairs to expect as car gets up in mileage?
Thanks in advance for any comments!
I can tell you that my maintenance costs are very low, as I buy the correct oil and filters on line, and change the oil and filter myself, using a rather inexpensive vacuum pump. Easy to do and works great. I also obtained maintenance procedures from Star Tekinfo on how to drain water from the fuel filter (very easy); how to change the oil filter, also very easy; how to change the air filters (not as easy, but doable); and I know how to completely flush the brake system, which is also easy. I maintain my vehicle religiously and expect it to last at least 250,000 miles. It will likely outlast me! I am 73 and am quite certain this is the last vehicle I will own.
I know this does not directly answer your query, but if the vehicle has been properly maintained for its first 63k, and the seller has the records to prove it, especially the oil changes using Mobil 1 ESP 5w-40 formula M (which is absolutely required by M-Benz as it meets its spec 229.51) then it should be a great vehicle, as at 63k, a diesel is just getting broken in. I buy this oil on line, as well as the oil filter and fuel filter.
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