Had the 250d eclass 1993 190d and the 320 petrol. Only problem was the high service cost but could be fixed in the desert with a hammer and screw driver. Ride was ok but not what i could call brilliant. The merc did 45000 before it was going to cost over 3000 for an automatic box and break service. Now have the rover 75d 2002 which i find more comfortable and have done over 10000 in the last two months with no problem just put diesel in and have over 50mpg. A lot more refined than the Merc. You have to keep driving them and will have no problem if you do regular oil change. Also use ex rover garage or a member to service it. The only spare I Carry is the ubp in the boot. Plenum can be a bit of a hassle but have done a mod on the air grill near the wipers had no problems and put a couple of shots of redex in the tank. Just on the way to spain again.
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