[kaisen]

Mike (and Mike), there's a 25% difference between a C300 and a E350, apples to apples, year, mileage, condition, etc. 2008 was the first year of the new C-class, and has proven to be a good car. Which is a better choice is a function of need and preference, although I agree that the E has a much more substantial feel on the road, and to the touch. Both are good choices for the money.

Remember, too, that Motion just bought a brand new 4 cylinder C class for around $30K, iirc
And he says he loves it. Def worth looking into.