Classic Documentary: The Mercedes-Benz W116 - Part 3 [ Pros & Cons ]

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  • In this multi-part documentary we give you all the details about the 1972 - 1980 Mercedes-Benz W 116 "S-Class". This is Part 3, please keep an eye out for the following videos:
    Part 1 = Intro [ Design, Development and Production ]
    Part 2 = Specifications [ Models, Trim, Engine, Options, etc. ]
    Part 4 = Owner's Views [ Stories and Impression from past & present owners ]
    Which other classic vehicles or model range would you like us to document in great detail? Leave your suggestions in the comments below and feel free to like, share and subscribe.
    Click here to visit our channel: / galimotomedia
    Random tests playlist: bit.ly/2pnvVkV
    Video Reviews playlist: bit.ly/2C4DSxQ
    Brake tests 100-0km/h playlist: bit.ly/2NzELnB
    Engine / exhaust sounds playlist: bit.ly/2pz9Hfz
    Sights, Scenes & Sounds playlist: bit.ly/2CeBrcp
    vs: Acceleration Battles playlist: bit.ly/33hfYLP
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    We sourced some footage from the Daimler / Mercedes-Benz public archive as well as their ALL-STARS classic car website, and created these videos for information and entertainment purposes only.
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  • @beyondtheicewall4417
    @beyondtheicewall4417 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    terrific series.. our best friends had 280se's as kids here in Australia.. spent years in them driving huge distances from melbourne to the farm.. wonderful place to be.
    thanks for bringing up lovely memories 🙂👍

  • @angelam5548
    @angelam5548 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I have my father car 280 sel sedan
    1974 in 2024.
    Fantastic car
    Looks amazing .
    Everytime l take it out
    People love ❤️ it

    • @GalimotoMedia
      @GalimotoMedia  9 วันที่ผ่านมา

      That's wonderful, we also love the memories people share about these vehicles. Enjoy that 280 SEL! 😊

  • @leenderdhoutzager9389
    @leenderdhoutzager9389 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    My dad had a 350SE fantastic car, he sold it and by then it had done over 500000km trouble free, I will get one soon in SA

    • @GalimotoMedia
      @GalimotoMedia  2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Wonderful, get one now before the prices go up!

    • @leenderdhoutzager9389
      @leenderdhoutzager9389 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@GalimotoMedia I saw a nice green one on Gumtree in Constantia for R 85000, I am in Swakopmund at the moment, I look at a car first and test drive it before I buy it

  • @ryanwalker372
    @ryanwalker372 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your classic documentaries. Since watching I have bought a 1990 Citi Sport 1800 and a 280s. they were both cars I always loved and your documentaries sold them to me.

    • @GalimotoMedia
      @GalimotoMedia  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Many thanks for your kind comment and happy motoring with your cooool classics! 😎

  • @ryanellis2272
    @ryanellis2272 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    As a devoted owner of a pristine and much loved 1979 280SE W116 I enjoyed your videos and am eagerly awaiting the promised final instalment dealing with owner experiences etc. I keep checking back to see if you've uploaded the final instalment. Please don't forget!

    • @GalimotoMedia
      @GalimotoMedia  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Ryan, thank you for your kind comment. We haven't forgotten and shall not use Covid as an excuse... it's just been a bit hectic here. Happily, we shot some footage for Part 4 yesterday and are filming again this afternoon! Hopefully the last installment will be live by the end of this month. 😊

    • @ryanellis2272
      @ryanellis2272 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GalimotoMedia Great news - thanks and I can't wait!!

  • @pauldavies9464
    @pauldavies9464 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    First-class objective 2023 look at the car, you are correct in stating that classic cars have to be driven in a different manner and respect their limitations but enjoy.

    • @GalimotoMedia
      @GalimotoMedia  12 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you for your comment!

  • @ellisfourthirty
    @ellisfourthirty 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! I used to own a W116. They're great cars, except for the fact that they're water soluble.

    • @GalimotoMedia
      @GalimotoMedia  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Many thanks for your comment!

  • @honguenloh4612
    @honguenloh4612 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wunderbarr!!!!:)

  • @DaveyJonesLockerwithJazzy
    @DaveyJonesLockerwithJazzy ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this guy.. we needed a Saffer You Tube " humerus " modern oke .. 👍 shot bru .. please share with Pierre Hedary and Kent Bergsma in the USA.. those guys are W chassis diesel OM specialists.. on you tube as well

  • @johanndupreez5195
    @johanndupreez5195 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am not sure if anybody mentioned this, but you mentioned about a reputable scrap yard. I am not sure if this place is a scrap yard or not, as I was never there - i have only ordered by post from them - is Majestic Motors in Moot Street, Pretoria, South Africa. With postage and packaging included, less than half of what the agents charge

    • @GalimotoMedia
      @GalimotoMedia  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great tip, thanks. We recently spotted one of their delivery cars... a W204 bakkie!

  • @NoBrokies
    @NoBrokies 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    How do you open the hood on one

    • @GalimotoMedia
      @GalimotoMedia  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Pull the lever in the front passenger footwell (RHD model) then simultaneously pull the two large tabs behind the upper edge of the radiator grill (where the headlights end). Hope this helps!

    • @martinlabuschagne3205
      @martinlabuschagne3205 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GalimotoMedia how do you open the bonet if the cable is broken

  • @chuhengyi820623
    @chuhengyi820623 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Enjoyed the videos
    Waiting for part 4
    I brought the w116 last month
    Didn’t know how to fix this awesome car
    Your videos very helpful
    Do you have Fb or IG can let me send some w116 photo to you?
    I need some help for the fix
    Thanks

    • @GalimotoMedia
      @GalimotoMedia  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you kindly!
      We are almost done filming the last part, sorry that it's delayed. Look for the "Mercedes Benz W116" group on Facebook, it is full of friendly and helpful people.

  • @paulmetdebbie447
    @paulmetdebbie447 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    In Europe climat, worst thing about W116 is rust.

    • @GalimotoMedia
      @GalimotoMedia  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Indeed it can be, thank you for your comment!

  • @yafilmubarak4647
    @yafilmubarak4647 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a W116 450 SEL. I need help, no one in my country can fix it. I need a sensei

    • @GalimotoMedia
      @GalimotoMedia  ปีที่แล้ว

      Good luck, we hope you find someone who can fix it!

    • @yafilmubarak4647
      @yafilmubarak4647 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GalimotoMedia I mean I would pay for someones tickets to come and see it, get the spare parts and come back and fix it. Its cheaper than getting a new car and im not letting go of this one!

  • @estefanofanhani
    @estefanofanhani 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Este veículo está com problemas. Volante do lado errado.

    • @GalimotoMedia
      @GalimotoMedia  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The right, wrong or left side? 😜

  • @Schlipperschlopper
    @Schlipperschlopper 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sadly from 2030 on all combustion cars including classics will be banned
    from public streets in entire EU and Scandinavia :-( In Germany the
    Green Peoples Party gave order to shorten fuel supply from 2025 on by
    reducing petrol stations to only one state operated central gas station
    per city or county. From 2027 on in the EU certain car spare parts will
    be banned too....as exhaust systems, turbo chargers and even some engine
    and gearbox oils...California and New York will do the same from 2027
    on.... So no investments should be done in oil burning cars any
    more......:-((((

    • @petercollingwood522
      @petercollingwood522 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      No. It won't happen. Politicians can make stupid noises with the holes under their noses but reality bites. Mercedes Benz has already said they will not be implementing their EV only policy they came out with a couple of years ago. And There is no way either NY or California will be able to force such a fantasy policy.

  • @mrconstable1908
    @mrconstable1908 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Daimler Benz would not be amused by your poor appraisal of the W116 Series, which in it's day was generally accepted to be the finest car in the world by international motoring magazines, because of its ground breaking safety features which you have failed to mention. [ A retired Daimler Benz engineer ]

    • @GalimotoMedia
      @GalimotoMedia  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Oh dear, where exactly were we being harsh to the old dear? We love the W116 and were trying to deliver an objective, honest guide to the series.

    • @mrconstable1908
      @mrconstable1908 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GalimotoMedia You failed in so many areas that the list would be very extensive. I suggest that you read this: www.hagerty.com/media/car-profiles/mercedes-benz-w116-s-class-buyers-guide/

    • @GalimotoMedia
      @GalimotoMedia  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Failed in being too harsh? What are you talking about? Please... let's see that list!!!!!!!!!!

    • @classicmercs1689
      @classicmercs1689 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@GalimotoMedia You did a great job! Love your honesty and enjoyed the series. From a Mercedes collector with 26 immaculate cars. Any new videos to come? Thanks so much

  • @henrythomas2011
    @henrythomas2011 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This guy has no idea about Mercedes .