Used Mercedes-Benz E-Class Saloon 2002 - 2006 review
Category: Executive car
Section: Advice for buyers

Used Mercedes-Benz E-Class Saloon 2002 - 2006 review
Advice for buyers
What should I look for in a used Mercedes E-Class saloon?
Above all, look out for problems with the electrical systems, especially on early cars. Mercedes prides itself on being first with advanced electronic gizmos, but this car had problems.
Prod and push every switch to ensure they work. And, if the car has an automatic gearbox, make sure that it changes gear as it should, that the engine idles smoothly and there are no flat spots when accelerating.