You didn't say what part of country you're from, east coast?

In Chicago, I was offered $17k for my "98 GLT (58k miles)last June from a Mercedes dealer. I was considering a E320 wagon. I think you're getting a good deal with the leather and alloy package. Overall, I have had a good experience with my car. I would buy it again. I have repaired a few things i.e. a door lock, ignition key lock, auto climate control belt tensioner and a trans. (see "BURNING SMELL" posting on 2-20-03 for info) The car is expensive to repair, when it's out of warrenty, at $95 hr labor rates, cost adds up fast.

Things to consider:
1. Get the repair service history..a must!
2. Recommended 70K mile timing belt replacement...CHGO. cost is $700
3. V70 base and GLT models are rated highest by consumer reports magazine
4. Tires...a good set of Continentals will cost $700
5. Big car low power in the base model.
6. Not a common SUV, sport wagans are cool.
7. Very versatile! that's what the "V" means in V70!
8. Not AWD just front wheel, still drives great in the snow.

Good luck,

Maya "98" V70 GLT 67k
"89" 245 DL 112k