Back in January/February I bought a 1990 300SEL. This car has the M103 engine for which many people have strong opinions (both good and bad). Well, I really enjoyed the car, it is roomy and extremely well appointed and comfortable. Plus, I just think it is a good looking car. At any rate, I was ready for the slow acceleration from the 3.0 six cylinder. After all, it doesn't have all that much horsepower and less torque and the 126 LWB is a big heavy car.
I picked the car up in Florida and drove it back to Kansas. I enjoyed driving it, but during the 14 hour days of driving I couldn't really appreciate it or love it. I just wanted to get home. While the 103 motor is not exactly zippy around town, I loved it on the highway. I took it on a long trip this past weekend and put about 1000 miles on it. It is such a great highway performer and very comfortable to drive. I don't think I have ever had a car that I could drive 7-8 hours straight without stopping and stretching and fighting an aching back or legs. If I didn't have to stop for gas or nature's call --I could drive forever in this car. I now know why so many 126 owners rave about these cars. Now if we could just do something about the gas mileage. I guess I am going to have to get an SDL. Donald H. Snook 1990 300SEL 126K
