About the 190-D

Ok here's my petpive, I currently have a mercedes 190-D my om gave it to me shortly after it went to the shop. But that's not the only time it's been to the shop as a matter a fact it's been to the shop about 10 times in the last 6 months. Then i found out they stopped making the particulary series or type or mercedes,Why ? My shop teacher says that that particular car wasn't very reliable,Is that true ? Jsut so you know we did buy the car used and it was in pretty rough condition(engine wise) but it ran good(still does) but the thing is it's getting expensive to keep up. Should I get rid of it and get another car altogether Or stick with it ? I'm not much of a mercedes tech but this car is really giving me a hard time so what do I do cause even my moms sick of it.:confused: :rolleyes: :(

The 190D was fairly rare and ahead of its time. Its five cylinder diesel gave huge mileage and would last forever if the oil was changed very regularly. Once running correctly, it could be maintained that way easily. There are quite a few in the U.S. still on the road. The body is known for its "built like a tank" quality similar to the 124 and 126 series. The only time this car seems to break on a regular basis is when it is maintained like an ordinary car. Sacrificial parts like brakes should be replaced with mercedes parts as these work best and the rotors don't get scored. O.E. shocks should be replaced with Bilsteins, and front sway bar bushings with Mercedes bushing replacement kit. Transmission fluid and filter should be changed once a year. The rear, upper strut links will have failed by now and should be replaced with the new, updated arms and bolts. Do not use green antifreeze in the radiator! P.

All in all sounds like to muhc work but thanks anyway:confused: :D :cool: