Last week I bought a 2004 E320 4MATIC Sports and this would be my 8th Mercedes. The reason I mention my ownership count is to point out that I know these vehicles from the C class to a S class.

I find it odd that when I put the car to 'D'. It stands there till I have to press the gas to move. Any car I have driven or owned, the vehicle rolls a little unless you are parked uphill. Gear shifting is ok, and also manual driving is not a problem. Except that I feel that it stands heavy.

I had the gearbox checked, and also the clutch plate checked as well. The dealership tell me that some vehicles are setup this way and this is somewhat bothering me. I feel that there could be something wrong some place and I might be looking at an expensive repair in the coming days.

The Mercedes dealer tells me that I should drive another similar car if it worries me, but they do not have a 2004 E320 4MATIC Sport model except a same year E320 without the 4MATIC, and obviously this one moves once put in gear and the foot is placed off the brake pedal. (just like I expect my car to behave)

This issue is giving me a 'buyers remorse' as well. Could some expert give me their thoughts if this is normal for a 2004 E320 4MATIC? If not, what could be the reason.

Thanks.

The 4MATIC should move forward when you put it in D. I have never heard of a car do this unless there was an issue with the torque converter. Do you know the transmission fluid has been changed at all? Normally, new tranny fluid will fix an issue like this.