86 300E

External Since: Mar 19, 2007 Posts: 1

I have had my 300 for about a year. I love the car, but it is
starting to have some little things go wrong and I did not receive an
owner's manual with the car. I have NOTHING to go on. Tell me,
someone, is having my oil changed by a 'shade tree mechanic' something
that can be done with proper instruction? I have other questions, but
I will start with this one since it is my biggest concern.

External Since: Jan 27, 2007 Posts: 5

to missysue:
My experience with my 300E was as follows:

After spending lots of money and enduring tremedous frustration using a
neighborhood mechanic specializing in European cars, I was advised to take
the car to a dealer with proper diagnostic equipment. "I WISH I HAD DONE
THIS FROM THE BEGINNING". The dealer has proper diagnostic tools
including mercedes computer access. The hourly rate may be higher,
however one hour with an authorized dealer is likely equivalent to much
more time with an independent, and the dealer's work is guaranteed. The
car now runs like a charm.

Good Luck