I have recently taken over a 2007 E320 D Estate facelift model and I’m really liking it.

The V6 engine and auto box are so smooth and not having any complex emissions stuff was a great feature .

The Hardin Kar ? Audio system with auto changer suits me and the opening sunroof is a useful feature.

So lucky to have a brilliant Mercedes specialist at Rushden near me which is essential to cope with unexpected failures which are not covered by my local indie .

I really like the raised rear seats which make travelling in the back a pleasure .

168 k covered and failures with the front suspension three years ago and air suspension needed attention from the specialist otherwise full service and MOT.

Crikey!

Skidpan, in an idea world I would just get a one month test drive on both cars.

But we aren't in an ideal world.

I know we cannot get a one month test drive, not daft enough to even consider that. But a short test drive will tell you far more about a car with regards to your personal needs/wants/opinions than that of a forum collective whose needs/wants/opinions will be different to yours.

badbusdriver, not your cup of tea. They have big wheels.

I also prefer to avoid low profile tyres where possible. But if you like the looks of an inch of rubber instead of a nice comfy taller tyre profile go for it.

Just remember, when you are in the car you cannot see those fancy wheels and tyres but you are very aware of the spine crashing ride.

But I've been in the A7 Quattro for 4 years. It's a very comfortable car. Your assuming all models have 20/21" wheels, they don't. Also note, when cornering at speed, that inch of rubber eliminates any roll.

These cars have air suspension, the ultimate comfort ride. A computer sets the ride for your preferred drive. Comfort/Dynamic/Auto.

You really don't know the facts here, and again are using terms like "I also prefer'.

I'm guessing you get your facts from other people's opinions?

Edited by mickyh7 on 01/09/2023 at 09:37

I'm guessing you get your facts from other people's opinions?

When I buy a car (like I am currently in the process of) I get my facts for looking and driving the vehicles and reading the manufacturers data.

The last place I would get my facts from is other peoples opinions. That would be a recipe for disaster.

Remember that its your car and what other people think of it is irrelevant if you are happy.

This is getting a bit tedious. This is a Discussion forum, a range of views will be offered that may or may not directly answer the issues you raise. You can just filter through and focus on the replies you consider most relevant.

Good news about the test drive. Maybe this thread is best left with the anticipation that you will update us with your findings.

After a lengthy test drive I came to the conclusion that the Merc was too similar to the Audi.

I then test drove a C class 300d coupe, which I really liked.

Smaller engine, 2.0 litre, but similar power, performance etc. But very comfortable.

Feels like the same amount of space inside to me.

Lots more mpg and ULEZ compliant.

Deal done, pick it up Monday, a really convenient, and painless but fair, part exchange, with one of the big internet car companies.

Thank you all for your input.

C300d coupe - nice choice, good looking car. If you're fussy about your cars then having bought from an internet seller, I would strongly recomend getting it booked in to your local MB main dealer for a health check. You can go with a free health check or pay a couple of hundred and get a proper inspection - this will reveal any issues on which you can then go back (in time) to the seller.

That sounds like a very good plan.

Thank you.