Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate (86-)
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Holds value well, even if there's three new models infront.

    Costs

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Parts very cheap. Main dealers a bit more pricey.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Handles well from something the size of the bismark.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    2-litre 8v full of guts, even after 128,000 miles. Very impressed.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Only had it 6 months, but so far no problems.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Even this old parked next to anything and it still stands out.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Makes speed humps seem flat.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Mine came with a non-standard alarm.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Labour charges are mega if you use main dealers.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Bit of a misfire. Nothing drastic.

    Other

    Wiper clears most of passenger side? Made for left-hand drives.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes