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

    Value

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Not cheap to buy.

    Costs

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Expensive to run as things are beginning to go wrong.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Best motorway cruiser ever. Very little rear end grip in wet.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    With 217bhp, it is not slow.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Problems with gearbox, air pump and air con.

    Image

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Beginning to feel like and old age image.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Excellent - orthopedic are simply excellent. Very quiet, brilliant ride.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not so hot, but not the top a thief's choice.

    Service

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Used WDM independent specialists in Birmingham - simply excellent service.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Air pump failed - however, blanked it off and the car runs perfectly without it.

    Other

    Air con needed regassing. New condensor and new diverter valve.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes