Yeah..My understanding is most of the cheap ones have been poorly maintained and need lots of $$ to make right again. Same thing with lots of BMWs and Mercedes. Look at the price difference for W211 E Classses- sure you can pick one up under $10k, but plan on doing rear springs, motor mounts, brakes, tires, pollen filters, trans service, brake flush, and more. On a 2005 E320, thats about $5k worth of work..so is it really a bargain after all?
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