Well, I was on a bit of a budget because reasons and it just caught my eye as a reliable luxobarge in my price range. Once I starting reading up about the 2JZ engine, and the gearbox and the overal quality of the car I knew I had to have one. Nothing else came close at the price I paid.
I found the best looked-after example I could and got the deal done. This car has had everything: timing belt, ATF fluid change, diff fluid change, catback OEM exhaust 2 years ago, you name it.
So far, love it. Wanted to get back in an auto after having an E220 auto as a company car a couple of years back. Needless to say I was delighted to find the familiar foot-operated parking brake had made its way into this 'Japanese Mercedes' 😂😂😂
Then engine is wonderful, the gearbox excellent, it's just a pleasure to drive and I look forward to many years of happy motoring with it. I could even see myself going to a newer one in a couple of years, and that's after 3 days of ownership!
