2006 Mercedes-Benz E350 4Matic Sedan 4-Door 3.5L (Drives / Bad Brakes)

2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan Description

You are bidding on a used w/ 123k mile 2006 Mercedes E350. This has been a great car for many years, but recently I've had to put more money in the car that I would like to. The last issue that it has developed, made me decide to sell it and I have not diagnosed or priced the repair. This car has a lot of new very expensive parts that I have installed in the last 12-24 months. Just the gas tank and intake manifold is more than the price of this auction.
In the last 18 months, I've installed a new MB intake manifold on the engine. This is a common problem with the E350 engine. This part is new $700 + labor. I have also installed new rotors and brake pads about 1 year ago $1000 plus labor. Also, less than a year ago, the fuel pump died and a brand new Mercedes Benz PZEV gas tank was installed $2000 + labor (also a common problems with E350).
The latest issue is related to the brakes. It shows "Reduced Braking Power Depress Brakes" in red and check engine light related to the gas cap. When this happens, the car only has about 20% braking capacity. Sometimes the error goes away and it brakes normally. I have not driven the car since this started occurring and don't recommend that the person who buys it, drives it in this condition. I recommend it being towed.
*** one previous bidder has indicated that is it probably the SBC pump motor or pump assembly. This pump is $550-$750. The pump motor is cheaper from what I understand.
This car has not been involved in any real accidents. The carfax might show that a motorcycle scratched the bumper and that was fixed by his insurance. The engine runs and starts fine.
There is wear and tear in the interior and I can supply more images if you like. Has power windows/GPS navigation/ working AC/ Heater/Radio/CD changer etc. The four low profile tires still have life left. There is some damage in the driver seat as can be seen on the pictures. One button on the radio is missing, there is a scratch on the front bumper on the plastic and there is an ash tray on the rear door that came off.
Buyer pays a $1000 instant deposit via paypal. Full payment due within 3 days by certified check (when payment clears up to 3 days), Cash on hand or Paypal. There is no warranty on this vehicle and it is being sold as is. I have the title and it is currently registered until 04/14/2017.
If you have less than (10) bids or a bad score, I reserve the right to cancel your bids. Please email me letting me know you are legit before bidding. Thanks for your understanding.

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