I am also looking seriously at E250 coupe. Same engine as yours,M271. So far what I've researched, the engine is well built and reliable. However there are timing chain issues. I feel it may start from the tensioner which appears to be problematic around 120-140kkm. Parts are very expensive. Each service is also expensive, roughly $800 - $1000, for normal service.

Have you found any Merc workshops?

Tq for the corrections. I do not have any experience with M270/271,am learning as much as I can about the M271 as I am keen on the E250 coupe. Please tell me are there any reliability issues ? I am looking at a 2010 model!

2010 models are 5spd gb, the 2012 models come with 7spd gb, but cost 50K more,keeping with the same 1.8L engine.
, leaving aside the 2L engine. Is it worth paying the extra $. Tq!

This post has been edited by SKYjack: Dec 17 2015, 11:44 PM

Absolutely right. I come in this thread wanting to learn about the A250. Instead this thread being monopolized by guys feeding their own egos! Come on get a life fellows!

Go start your own thread to feed your egos like small boys with their toys!