Too many Mercedes unicorns to cover in one post so let’s start with three E-class units on the lot as of late August 2017. Focusing on the 2007-2009 E550 and E63 because they are affordable and few. There are countless 2010-2011’s out there with the newer body but no more horsepower. The 2012 and above E-class cars have the higher horsepower (402 vs 382) with far more amenities and are starting to become available in unicorn territory ($35,000 or less with 60,000 miles or less).
At the low end is this 2007 E550 with only 23,000 miles in Florida. Something about the softer lines of the W211 that appeal to me. Adjustable suspension, heated and air conditioned seats, but no Bluetooth or rear view camera. Add a 100,000 mile warranty and you’ve got the basics of a daily driver for years to come and at $20,998 seems cheap. Surprised it has lasted a week on the lot.