S320 cdi 2002 with 113k,,,,anything i need to know

[barrieeld]

looking at buying the above car but not too sure mechanically what i should be looking for?

Is there any known nightmare issues with these vehicles?

any help would be great.
Thanks
Barrie

[Egbert Nobacon]

The following is not common to all, but are known areas to look :-

Turbo's on diesels.
Glowplugs.
Rust - yes honestly - wheelarches, doors, bonnets, boot lids(rusts from inside out)
Creaky/wonky air suspension - not cheap to fix
Damp front footwells due to blocked drain under bonnet - lots of expensive electrics down there.
Malfunctioning electrical items.
Failed catalysts on petrol models.

Best with Comand, leather, 18" alloys and FMBSH/Mobilo life (should allow for rust repair under warranty)

Get it inspected !

Finally, do you need a diesel ? Lots less to go wrong engine wise (read expensive) on an S320 petrol, plus cheaper to buy. Just a thought.

[barrieeld]

hi there thanks for this...i can check for the rust but who do i cack for the blown turbo or problems relating to the airmatic suspension?

thanks