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Good call; the 2008 is the last year without the run flats and a full size spare because of the lack of a "piss-tank" where the spare would normally be. I have a 2008 ML320CDI with 65k miles on it. I had some early transmission programming issues that the dealer took care of without question. I had a power steering rack start leaking at just over 50k miles and the dealer replaced that as well. Everything else has been smooth sailing...........except for the cost of normal dealer services. I normally only pull a 2,500 lb motorcycle trailer/bike combination, but have actually pulled a 29' car hauler with Ford GT a couple of times without drama. I have a friend who bought his new at the same time I did; he routinely pulls an enclosed car trailer with Porsche Speedster, again without drama. The "trailer stabilization program" will automatically steady any loss of traction immediately!
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