j.coulter Posted May 10, 2008 Report Share Posted May 10, 2008 I just fell into a deal on a '96 Mercedes E320 so the conquest has to go. The car is excellent shape, the only reason I am getting rid of it is because I recently moved out and cannot afford two cars. -159,xxx on body etc. -Engine was rebuilt about ~6000 miles ago. -runs strong ~12 psi. -approx. 215 RWHP -HKS BOV -*DM hardpipe -Recent brake job -Rear diff. just resealed -new axle boots -new front tires, rears are still in good shape -power locks/windows $3,000 OBO -Call for more details (too many to type) (502)552-1683 My name is Justin. jmcoul01@louisville.edu Thanks http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff133/j_coulter/IMG_2397.jpg http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff133/j_coulter/IMG_2393.jpg http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff133/j_coulter/IMG_2387.jpg http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff133/j_coulter/IMG_2385.jpg http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff133/j_coulter/IMG_2384.jpg http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff133/j_coulter/IMG_2379.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starquester_0224 Posted May 10, 2008 Report Share Posted May 10, 2008 I'm also looking at the 96-99 E-class Benz. Out of curiosity what kind of shape was it in and what did the E320 set you back? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j.coulter Posted May 10, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 10, 2008 The benz has 215k and is mint. It has been garage kept its entire life and all scheduled service records at the local Mercedes dealership. I has only had 1 owner and it is my parents since it was new. The car looks and runs like it is brand new. These cars will last a lifetime if you take car of them. Maintenance is a little expensive but it is well worth it. I found my dad a steal on a '97 S600 V12. $10K with only 50,xxx. So he is letting me take the E320 for $3k. Just be careful, make sure the car has been worked on by a reputable mechanic, and not just ignored. If it has been well taken care of I'd say you could get at least 300K out of it. Best of luck! Ill post some pics when I get it Monday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starquester_0224 Posted May 10, 2008 Report Share Posted May 10, 2008 Thanks for the info. That was a great deal for you! I've seen some E-class models on Ebay but they seemed really fishy, i.e. bid up to within $150 of the reserve and not selling. Didn't mean to misdirect your ad, nice looking Conquest BTW, should sell w/ no problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonesh242 Posted May 10, 2008 Report Share Posted May 10, 2008 Keep the Quest...I promise, you'll miss it once it's gone. I sold one of mine...only to buy another months later. Mercedes are nice cars, but the maintenance will put you in the poor house...no disrespect...just my 2 cents. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Indiana Posted May 11, 2008 Report Share Posted May 11, 2008 is this the motor I built? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j.coulter Posted May 11, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 11, 2008 ?? I bought the car from a guy in Shephersville, KY about 2 months ago. All I know is he bought it off ebay. Are you the one who sold it to him?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Indiana Posted May 11, 2008 Report Share Posted May 11, 2008 is that car have some big hail dents except for the hood? and the front bumper cover looks like it was burned on the right side next to the fog light? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris300zr Posted May 14, 2008 Report Share Posted May 14, 2008 take any trades? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j.coulter Posted May 15, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 15, 2008 Not particularly, but what do you have? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris300zr Posted May 16, 2008 Report Share Posted May 16, 2008 http://www.starquestclub.com/forum/index.p...mp;#entry734626 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bratliff Posted May 16, 2008 Report Share Posted May 16, 2008 sent you an email with some questions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j.coulter Posted May 26, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 26, 2008 BUMP $2500 OBO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helrazr70 Posted May 28, 2008 Report Share Posted May 28, 2008 I work on Mercedes every day...there is no way I would give up my SQ for a 210 body E Class! (well, maybe an E55) '96 still had the 104 engine. Hopefully the headgasket has been replaced, front cover resealed, and the engine harness replaced in the past. Water pumps can be a pain on those engines, keep an eye on the weep hole on the bottom of the water pump snout. Higher mileage 104 engine cars tend to have water pump failures. Your dad's V12 car is what we call a $1000 car...they don't roll through our doors without the owner spending at LEAST $1000. There are very few repairs that cost less than $1000 on the 140 body S Class V12 cars. Has it has the engine harness replaced? Basically your dads 120 engine is 2 of your 104 engines welded together. You need to keep the ign tumblers lubed on both cars--ign tumblers aren't cheap after labor costs. Good luck with both Benzes, but I still would not give up a good SQ for a dime-a-dozen E class. You can find a nice E class a lot easier than a nice SQ. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bratliff Posted June 7, 2008 Report Share Posted June 7, 2008 (edited) Justin I spoke to you about the car... then got flooded with work.. I am still interested .. I may give you a call tomorrow.. I am looking at that Starion in IN as well.. does the AC work?? If you still have my PM give me a call we can talk about the car.. Edited June 7, 2008 by bratliff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j.coulter Posted June 9, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 9, 2008 SOLD AS OF 5/31/08 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeTSI Posted June 15, 2008 Report Share Posted June 15, 2008 This was my car guys. I had bought it from a guy in Columbus, OH who built the engine himself. I hate to see you sell it Justin, I hope you got to enjoy it while you had it. Did someone from here buy it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j.coulter Posted June 16, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 16, 2008 I know man, I didn't want to sell it but I cannot afford two cars at this stage in my life. I could not pass up the deal on the Mercedes. Someone in Memphis Indiana bought it. He said he would be getting on here soon. I really enjoyed having this car. I will have another one when I am financialy able. Thanks man. It was a great car from day one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeTSI Posted June 16, 2008 Report Share Posted June 16, 2008 I know man, I didn't want to sell it but I cannot afford two cars at this stage in my life. I could not pass up the deal on the Mercedes. Someone in Memphis Indiana bought it. He said he would be getting on here soon. I really enjoyed having this car. I will have another one when I am financialy able. Thanks man. It was a great car from day one. I'm glad to hear that you sold it for that reason and not because you didn't like it. This is your dad's Mercedes you bought right? If so, nice car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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