One-Owner 1997 Mercedes-Benz E 300 Diesel

Description

The E 300 Diesel Sedan is a vehicle of surprising performance, equipped with the world's first four-valve passenger car diesel engine. With the highest fuel efficiency among its peers, the luxury sedan boasts an EPA estimate of 28 miles per gallon and a highway estimate of 35 mpg. Its cruising range is unbeatable, capable of over 730 miles per tank of fuel at highway mpg. The car is also equipped with a host of safety features, including dual front and side-impact airbags, Electronic Traction System (ETS), Electronic Stability Program (ESP), seat belt seat-belt emergency tensioning reactors, and more. Other standard features include 16-inch 10-hole aluminum alloy wheels, dual-zone climate controls, an eight-speaker audio system, and power front seats with three-position memory. Whether looking for a car that is surprisingly powerful, fuel-efficient, or boasts numerous safety features, the E 300 Diesel Sedan is a fun, practical vintage choice that features all of the above.

Highlights

• Retained by a single owner since new

• Finished in Brilliant Silver Metallic over a Grey MB-Tex interior

• Powered by the dual overhead cam, inline six-cylinder “OM606” diesel engine mated to a five-speed automatic transmission

• The air conditioning system was overhauled in 2016, with the invoice totaling in excess of $4,400

• Chrome plated 16-inch, 10-hole, light alloy wheels

• Block heater installed for easier starting during cold weather

• Trunk-mounted six-disc CD changer

• Displaying just under 148,000 miles at the time of cataloging

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report

Features

This car is equipped with, but not limited to, the following options:

• 249 - Automatic dimming interior and exterior mirrors 

• 251 - MB-Exquisit radio 

• 404 - Multi-contour seat, front left

• 405 - Multi-contour seat, front right

• 414 - Electric glass sunroof with both tilting and sliding features 

• 431 - Three-point seat belt for rear center occupant

• 494 - USA version

• 543 - Dual sun visors with integrated vanity mirror illumination 

• 551 - Anti-theft/break-in warning system 

• 570 - Front folding armrest 

• 600 - Headlight cleaning system 

• 611 - Exit lights for driver’s door

• 612 - Xenon headlights for right-hand traffic 

• 673 - High-capacity battery 

• 873 - Seat heater for front left and right seats 

• 915 - Fuel tank with larger capacity 

• 955 - Elegance package 

Known Imperfections

• Misaligned front tow hook cover

Included

• A set of all-weather rubber floor mats 

• Tool roll

• Owner’s manual

Ownership History

This 1997 Mercedes-Benz E 300 Diesel was purchased new by the current owner in early 1997 and has been enjoyed under their stewardship for the past 26 years.

Optional vehicle service contract available for $1,800. Learn more about the program here. *Sales tax may be applicable.