2004 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Consumer Discussions

Mercedes-Benz E-Class Lease Questions

MF and RV on E350 4matic?

Written by: jpdc on Jun 06, 2008 07:50 AM

I'm considering whether to replace my 2004 Audi A6 w/ the E350 within a few weeks (my lease expires July 2nd) or to get another A6. Audi is offering an extremely aggressive lease deal right now. The MF is .00018 -- which is less than 1%. I see that Mercedes is offering a sweet rate on a purchase -- 1.9% for up to 72 months. But I can't seem to find a breakdown on the advertised ... Read More...

High Performance Luxury Sedans

Re: 2004 E55 AMG [jpstax1]

Written by: kyfdx on Mar 27, 2008 08:20 PM

jpstax1.. Try posting in the Mercedes E-Class forum here: Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedans Also, you might ask fintail for some advice.. I'm pretty sure he has an E55.. You can usually find him here: I spotted an (insert obscure car name here) classic car today! Good luck! kyfdx Read More...

2004 E55 AMG

Written by: jpstax1 on Mar 26, 2008 11:24 PM

I also posted the following in the Luxury Performance Sedans forum (sorry hosts if I'm not allowed to do this): My daughter, who lives near Kalamazoo, MI, has always wanted to own a high-performance sedan. Several years ago, she had a chance to buy a used M-5, but bought a Bimmer convertible instead. Since the lease on her Bimmer is up June 1st, she is revisiting ... Read More...

Luxury Performance Sedans

E55 AMG

Written by: jpstax1 on Mar 26, 2008 08:18 PM

My daughter, who lives near Kalamazoo, MI, has always wanted to own a high-performance sedan. Several years ago, she had a chance to buy a used M-5, but bought a Bimmer convertible instead. Since the lease on her Bimmer is up June 1st, she is revisiting that muscle car itch again. She asked me to look around the Chicago area for one. I finally found a 2004 E55 AMG in ... Read More...

Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedans

Being charged for what I thing are defective parts.

Written by: ajustice on Mar 23, 2008 00:09 PM

I brought my Mercedes in Jan. 2004, so the warranty is expired by three months. Some dealers and the manufacturer have a special adjustment program that they call the after warranty expiration (listed in the Service and warranty booklet) where they will cover the cost of repairs, or some of the cost. Their option, usually to assist their loyal customers, and ... Read More...

Mercedes-Benz E-Class Maintenance and Repair

'03 E320 Wagon - a Keeper?

Written by: contrarianjim on Feb 27, 2008 02:03 PM

I bought my wife a 2003 E320 Wagon a year and a half ago. In this time frame (25,000 to 40,000 miles) the repair history has been unbelievable (numerous electrical problems, trans leak...adding up to significant cost & down time). The dealership service department is remarkably courteous & professional, and professional to the extent the entire staff will ... Read More...

Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedans

My Mercedes 2004 E500 4matic self destructs...

Written by: gotripped on Sep 16, 2007 11:50 AM

I got cheated by Mercedes, as my E500 2004 developed rust on the undercarraige to a large degree, so much so that the company sent a rep (thief) out to void my warranty. They really owe me about 30 thousand dollars, but now the car is worthless because they voided the warranty. It is so rusted the shocks collapsed and it needs new springs (2000 dollars). This company ... Read More...

My E-Class is a Lemon!

My 2004 Mercedes E Class self destructs

Written by: gotripped on Sep 16, 2007 11:32 AM

My 2004 Mercedes E 500 4 matic developed a great deal of rust all through the undercarraige for no apparent reason. Yes I live in Michigan, but I never had a car do what this one did. Mercedes had a rep (thief) look at the car and they voided the warranty. This company is so crooked is not even funny. I am a very succesful physician and I don't abuse my cars. They owe me at ... Read More...

Luxury Performance Sedans

Re: Used vehicle choice, MB 320 CDI vs BMW 530 vs Audi A6 3.2 Quattro [briantucson]

Written by: habitat1 on Apr 03, 2007 04:30 AM

As others have said, the maintenance and repairs for the cars you have listed could make a 10 year hold an expensive proposition. That said, I'd consider an Acura RL over the Audi A6. I own a 2004 TL 6-speed and it's quicker and more fun to drive than the RL, but not as luxurious. The RL has been a very tough sell for Acura, so good deals should be available. I enjoy driving ... Read More...

Re: VW and Audi [reality2]

Written by: sfcharlie on Nov 13, 2006 08:54 AM

I had to go back to Oct 21 to read what I had written. It wasn't intended to be at all pessimistic about Audi. Mainly, in so far as I commented on Audi, it was to make the point that it hasn't always been to Audi's advantage to be part of the VW conglomerate, but that Audi was doing very well, worldwide, despite that handicap. Recently, the head of Audi was named as head ... Read More...