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Check engine light come on for my dad 2008 E class error code are below (from workshop uncle) P0171 system too lean bank 1 P0174 system too lean bank 2 P0420 catalyst system efficiency below threshold bank 1 P0430 catalyst system efficiency below threshold bank 2 Workshop uncle recommended for a catalytic converter replacement first which cost around $2k instead of O2/Mass air flow sensor sensor replacement. Is it really a clogged catalytic converter causing the CEL or just faulty O2/MAF sensor. Any recommendations for good workshop that I can visit for second opinion.. Car Mileage 210k
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No $$ to buy new model so considering old model. Both are 2,500cc. 2007-08 models for both are similarly priced. Would you choose E230(W211) with V6 or BMW 525i(E60) with IL6? Why? I've test driven some time ago a C230 (same engine as E230), and a 325i(same engine as 525i) and my impression (if memory serves me correctly) is that the IL6 for the 325 is more willing to rev, more responsive. Creamy smooth mated to its 6-speed gearbox. It also seems that 325i has much better sound insulation which I can hardly hear any enging noise most of the time. I've no idea about the gear system of the Merc but the engine noise of the V6 in the C230 is much more intruding to the drive cabin perhaps due to sound insulation? The engine note is also much sweeter for the 325i while that for the C230 is more coarse. Shouldn't Merc be very good at V6 as IL6 to BMW? Besides engine, what other consideration you have? Care to share? Cheers!
