I've owned my S65 for a few years now. All you need to do is buy an aftermarket warranty. It pays for itself within the first few repairs. Plus if you do your own maintenance work, they're really not that scary. Granted, you really have to be in love with the car to go through the trouble but for me it's worth it. 716hp and 908 lb/ft of torque is addicting.
@@abdullahelhashimy7115 the 65 engine has been tuned by AMG. It's a 6.0 litre instead of the 5.5 litre in the 600. There are also differences in the way the suspension is tuned. You can tune the 600 engine to the power output of the 65 but you can't go much beyond that and keep the reliability.
@@lexgsj i know the engine is different but just want the reliability and comfort is there much difference in these 2 points ? i am not into tuning at all all i want is something however much is broken i just fix it for once and just keep the maintainance and that it does it work for the s600 ?? i know bmw are terrible and however much you fix and maintain them they still cant be driven problem free
@@abdullahelhashimy7115 if you're looking for more comfort you're better off going with the S600. The ride is softer than the 65. The engines are the same as far as reliability. The weak point of these cars is the ignition system on the engines and the ABC if it's not maintained regularly. ABC fluid should be flushed and filter changed every 20k to 30k miles.
You can buy an inexpensive S class, but you will still be maintaining a $160k car…having owned the S600 and S65 w221 they can break some people…if a $5,000 repair scares you stick to Toyotas and Hondas….
I’m gonna go for it. I’m done with my 2012 Range Rover Supercharged. Owned since new with 147k on it. At this mileage nothing is needed since I’ve replaced most parts over the years. S600 is on the list, also a donor s600 shell for parts.
I'm going through hell now with the S600 I have. Within the 1st year of having the car I put in over $6000 in fixing different things and every time I turn around is something different and I'm still paying for the car. I will never get another V12.
This car will bust your gills for sure! You are down $3k just changing both coil packs. Once you get large tag items like that done, you’ll ride good for a while.
should've tried the s65, I have an 07 and it hasn't been cheap but I bought it cash for 20 with 80k for miles, she's at 105 now and running great but I have sunk at least ten into her minimum but I see a place that rebuilds the struts cheap and they're better than factory standard so I know even if that fails im still good without spending too much more and I know the engine will go at least 400k with service
Very true....I always tell that to people who complain about premium cars.... and fun fact , you will never hear a current owner complain no mater how much they break cause you can't put a price on what these cars make you feel..... own one to judge one
You sound like a real honest guy , 5 to that, but this topic really is exhausting to listen to really, like guys 600 is a car like you said 170-200k car so parts prices are regarded to that, so if you get it for 30 and gotta put 10 in it you are still good off because its still a 170-200k value. I just dont understand people who drive F150, Corolla and Buicks ,they do there oil change like 12-15k miles and when they purchase a high end Mercedes etc and complain they gotta put some money in to them, like what did you expect? To get a 150k car for 20k and then enjoy it the same way the guy who paid it 150k did? No it doesnt work like that
Dude he’s got 2 Rolls Royce’s, a Bentley, multiple AMG, old schools. This car is like a run to the store, let my friends borrow it, leave the keys in it type of car for him
I literally came here to comment the same thing. It doesn't matter which other cars he owns, it's very clear when someone doesn't respect a vehicle and that is fine as well (each to his own), but then don't expect the vehicle to treat you well. One of my dailies is a 2008 S600 and i keep my hand on it, don't over abuse it and it's been great.
@@4kjay347 buy one for TH-cam, 6 months later you will be telling us a different story...That's a promise.... with all due respect please Don't base your opinion on some else's experience... these are toys, hondas,Fords and Toyotas are cars...I love toys by the way.... Nice video...keep em coming
Ur really supposed to have bread to jus throw at these types of cars , but if you know what your getting into when getting a car like this then get it lol
Looking at a 2006 S600 with 117,000 miles on it Super clean, gorgeous. Im concerned about the power plant. Heard there could be engine problems even with low mileage. Anybody got any insight?
221 >>>> 220. The W220 S600 has a host of other issues besides the engine that can go wrong; such as vacuum lines to run the soft close doors/trunk. In 221 models, these functions are simple electronic switches instead.
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I have a 2007 S600 and I agree it is very expensive to maintain. But I will also say it is the finest motorcar in the World and I love it very much.
I will agree that they are amazingly engineered, and are fantastic to drive
I have a 07 S600 I love it .. this car was well ahead of its time
I've owned my S65 for a few years now. All you need to do is buy an aftermarket warranty. It pays for itself within the first few repairs. Plus if you do your own maintenance work, they're really not that scary. Granted, you really have to be in love with the car to go through the trouble but for me it's worth it. 716hp and 908 lb/ft of torque is addicting.
You make a really good point!!
what is the difference between the 600 and the 65 amg regarding performance in general ?
@@abdullahelhashimy7115 the 65 engine has been tuned by AMG. It's a 6.0 litre instead of the 5.5 litre in the 600. There are also differences in the way the suspension is tuned. You can tune the 600 engine to the power output of the 65 but you can't go much beyond that and keep the reliability.
@@lexgsj
i know the engine is different but just want the reliability and comfort
is there much difference in these 2 points ?
i am not into tuning at all
all i want is something however much is broken i just fix it for once and just keep the maintainance and that it
does it work for the s600 ??
i know bmw are terrible and however much you fix and maintain them they still cant be driven problem free
@@abdullahelhashimy7115 if you're looking for more comfort you're better off going with the S600. The ride is softer than the 65. The engines are the same as far as reliability. The weak point of these cars is the ignition system on the engines and the ABC if it's not maintained regularly. ABC fluid should be flushed and filter changed every 20k to 30k miles.
You can buy an inexpensive S class, but you will still be maintaining a $160k car…having owned the S600 and S65 w221 they can break some people…if a $5,000 repair scares you stick to Toyotas and Hondas….
Lol $5,000 is chump change 😂
I bought a 2010 for 20k got a aftermarket warranty, rented it out and made that back plus interest easily🤷🏾♂️😫 every person has different experiences
I’m gonna go for it. I’m done with my 2012 Range Rover Supercharged. Owned since new with 147k on it. At this mileage nothing is needed since I’ve replaced most parts over the years. S600 is on the list, also a donor s600 shell for parts.
I'm going through hell now with the S600 I have. Within the 1st year of having the car I put in over $6000 in fixing different things and every time I turn around is something different and I'm still paying for the car. I will never get another V12.
This car will bust your gills for sure! You are down $3k just changing both coil packs. Once you get large tag items like that done, you’ll ride good for a while.
should've tried the s65, I have an 07 and it hasn't been cheap but I bought it cash for 20 with 80k for miles, she's at 105 now and running great but I have sunk at least ten into her minimum but I see a place that rebuilds the struts cheap and they're better than factory standard so I know even if that fails im still good without spending too much more and I know the engine will go at least 400k with service
Broke people should not buy them Benzes in the first place. For as long as you love them and mechanically incline, you should be just fine😉.
Very true....I always tell that to people who complain about premium cars.... and fun fact , you will never hear a current owner complain no mater how much they break cause you can't put a price on what these cars make you feel..... own one to judge one
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I bought a 07 s65 and its not cheap to keep up but its soooooo worth it
You sound like a real honest guy , 5 to that, but this topic really is exhausting to listen to really, like guys 600 is a car like you said 170-200k car so parts prices are regarded to that, so if you get it for 30 and gotta put 10 in it you are still good off because its still a 170-200k value. I just dont understand people who drive F150, Corolla and Buicks ,they do there oil change like 12-15k miles and when they purchase a high end Mercedes etc and complain they gotta put some money in to them, like what did you expect? To get a 150k car for 20k and then enjoy it the same way the guy who paid it 150k did? No it doesnt work like that
I definitely don’t disagree with you
Simple math!
You got to pay to play. That’s the game with V12s.
It goes without saying that you need money to own a Benz. Even my GLK costs me $2000+ for each maintenance. But if it's what you want...
the 2007-2011 2 door v12 costs 10- 14 thousand dollars..........decent low mileage ones too
Facts lol
So if i'm not wrong, i shouldn't buy a s600 because of my 1500€ per mont and my 23 years old... 😔😔
YOU DO NOT purchase any high end car regardless of age without securing an aftermarket warranty PERIOD
I couldn’t agree more!
It might have less problems if your friend actually kept it clean from day one lol
Dude he’s got 2 Rolls Royce’s, a Bentley, multiple AMG, old schools. This car is like a run to the store, let my friends borrow it, leave the keys in it type of car for him
@@4kjay347 Dude!? Still needs water and polish, i really dont care if he has all those cars honestly, i dont know him
I don’t disagree, just giving you the perspective of where this car sits in the lineup, hence why it’s not super shined up.
I literally came here to comment the same thing. It doesn't matter which other cars he owns, it's very clear when someone doesn't respect a vehicle and that is fine as well (each to his own), but then don't expect the vehicle to treat you well.
One of my dailies is a 2008 S600 and i keep my hand on it, don't over abuse it and it's been great.
What if it has a good maintenance and low mileage like 30,000 miles?
As long as you have a good budget for repairs and a technician that you trust, go for it!
I say you have a issue with finances the same can be said with a house
I was looking but I think you’re spot on
Have you ever owned one ?
I have not owned one, but this one is owned by a close friend and I have worked on a ton of them.
@@4kjay347 buy one for TH-cam, 6 months later you will be telling us a different story...That's a promise.... with all due respect please Don't base your opinion on some else's experience... these are toys, hondas,Fords and Toyotas are cars...I love toys by the way....
Nice video...keep em coming
True
Nice vid something to think about
Thanks bro, much appreciated!
Ur really supposed to have bread to jus throw at these types of cars , but if you know what your getting into when getting a car like this then get it lol
Don't buy it of you can't afford the repair.. go with a Honda civic
True indeed!
The spark plugs will cost you $1600
Spark plugs ain’t $1500. 24x12=cost
Lexus LS600hL is just a technologically advanced and it has the latest and greatest and STILL it’s the most reliable car ever built.
I definitely agree with you
I think Lexus is like every other car in this range.If you don’t maintain them properly it’s the same like this perticuliar Merc.
I agree but I won’t have 700+ torque with a tune
Looking at a 2006 S600 with 117,000 miles on it
Super clean, gorgeous. Im concerned about the power plant. Heard there could be engine problems even with low mileage.
Anybody got any insight?
221 >>>> 220. The W220 S600 has a host of other issues besides the engine that can go wrong; such as vacuum lines to run the soft close doors/trunk. In 221 models, these functions are simple electronic switches instead.
@@joshxkerrigan Thanks!
@@joshxkerrigan The W220 S600 has the terrible M137 engine in it. It’s notorious for internal oil cooler leaks. It’s an entire teardown to repair it.