Engine Oil Leak (1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280) !

1996 MERCEDES BENZ
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CYBERJAGS
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Hi there:
I am buying a Used car (1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280, 116,500 mi). When i took it to FireStone to do a "Vehicle Inspection", it came out that there is pretty bad oil leak from engine. They are NOT sure as to where exactly the leak is happening. Unfortunately, Firestone said they cannot run a complete diagnostics to find the exact leak.

I just want to know how serious the problem is and roughly how much will it take to fix it (ballpark figure $$).. Accordingly i will decide to buy the vehicle or NOT.

Any help is greatly appreciated.

Thanks !
cyberjags.
Jan 22, 2006 at 10:32 AM
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Diagnostic guidance. Suggested checks and possible repairs are separate from the owner's reported results.

Obtain a leak diagnosis and written estimate before deciding on the purchase. Ask the inspecting shop what additional inspection is needed to locate the leak.

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Source: This question and its visible discussion. The roadmap distinguishes the original owner's reports from other participants' experiences; proposed follow-up is editorial guidance, not a confirmed diagnosis.

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2CARPRO JACK
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Major leaks are usually expensive. Would it be worth a diagnosis at the dealer?
Feb 10, 2006 at 4:57 AM
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AUTHORITYPOISON
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If you want luxury, get a Lexus...Mercedes are notorious for leaking/burning oil
Feb 12, 2006 at 9:46 AM
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BERTROBINSON7
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I have the same problem on my 1995 C280 the oil leaked from the timing chain cover and the oil pan Cover both required new gaskets.
Apr 9, 2006 at 2:38 AM
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CARSPERSON
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sounds like you need a gasket job, its normal on the inline 6 engines, and why would u pay lexus money for toyota DNA?
Nov 11, 2008 at 1:47 PM

Discussion summary

Engine Oil Leak (1996 MERCEDES-BENZ C280) !

A pre-purchase inspection of a 1996 Mercedes-Benz C280 reportedly found a substantial engine-oil leak but did not locate it. The prospective buyer asked whether the car was worth buying and what repairs might cost.

Reported outcome: No leak source, repair estimate or purchase decision was confirmed.

Other owners' gasket repairs and comments about brands do not identify this car's leak. No general repair price can be derived from the discussion.

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