Mercedes-Benz 320 1999
Analysis of 7 active listings for Mercedes-Benz 320 1999 from mobile.bg, cars.bg and other sources. Real market prices, known engine issues and what to check before buying.
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📊 Market data
- Cheap listings2 599 €
- Typical price3 579 €
- Expensive listings7 220 €
- Average mileage193 829 км
⚙️ Engines — what to expect
Mercedes M112 V6 (2.6/3.2) — M112
Known issues
- Balance shaft sprocket can lose teeth — expensive. Check for rattling. (~500–1 500 € repair)
- Swirl flap linkage breaks — causes engine management light. (~200–600 € repair)
Mercedes M272 V6 (2.5/3.0/3.5) — M272
Known issues
- Pre-2008 engines have a defective idler gear on the balance shaft. The rivet-bonded sprocket fails, causing timing chain skip and engine destruction. Mercedes issued a TSB but no recall. Check engine production date. (~2 000–5 000 € repair)
- Intake manifold tumble flap actuator fails — check engine light, rough idle. (~200–600 € repair)
- Cam adjuster magnets can fail — engine runs rough, rattles on startup. (~200–500 € repair)
- Oil leaks from valve cover gaskets and cam plugs are common with age. (~200–600 € repair)
🚨 What to check before buying
Overall risk score: 7/10
Serious risks
- Balance shaft sprocket wear: Balance shaft sprocket can lose teeth — expensive. Check for rattling.
- Intake manifold flap failure: Swirl flap linkage breaks — causes engine management light.
- Car is 27 years old — expect age-related wear: rubber seals, bushings, water pump, AC compressor
- Higher mileage (193,829 km) — check for timing system condition, turbo health, and suspension wear
Additional notes
- Vehicle is 15+ years old. Age-related issues: rubber seals/hoses degrade, electrical connectors corrode, suspension bushings wear. Not specific to any engine, but expect €500-1,500/year in age-related maintenance beyond normal service items.
- Vehicle is 15+ years old. Age-related issues: rubber seals/hoses degrade, electrical connectors corrode, suspension bushings wear. Not specific to any engine, but expect €500-1,500/year in age-related maintenance beyond normal service items.
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