190e as daily drive

[jimbrown]

Hi,
I'm thinking about getting a 190e as a daily driver, max 10k miles per year. I'm looking for a comfy automatic with a bit of performance but not boy racer stuff. Could anyone offer some practical advice on suitable models, things to look for places to buy etc? I quite like the idea of a 2.6 although I've not driven one yet. Budget wise I'm pretty flexible.
Cheers.

[jimbrown]

Really useful feedback - thanks guys. If I find a decent one I think I'll get it inspected for the points mentioned.
Cheers, James.

[jimbrown]

Well chaps, thanks for all the advice - I had a slight change of heart and ended up buying a '94 E220 sportline coupe. Not a 190 I know but it just felt right. So far so good, it's in mint condition and is very nice to drive, just what I was looking for. Booked into the local indie tomorrow to get the air con gassed and a general check over so lets hope i'm not back here tomorrow asking where to get hold of a new gearbox etc!

[jimbrown]

I wouldn't say the ride was too firm but it's not as soft as a 280E saloon I have driven. I'm used to driving a car that is quite a lot stiffer so for me the E220 seems quite soft & comfy.