Should you buy a USED Mercedes-Benz S-Class?
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This week, we check out the Mercedes-Benz S-Class W222 (2014-2020) to see whether or not it's a good idea to go for second-hand luxury if you can't quite stretch the budget to get into a brand-new set of wheels.
The S-Class is a masterclass in low-key style and sophistication, so after a few years and thousands of kilometres on the clock, how are they holding up?
Let us know your thoughts in the comments, and as always, hit subscribe to stay up to date with all our latest content.
00:00 - Intro
00:51 - What is it?
01:36 - Does it look good?
03:10 - How's the interior?
06:06 - How's the tech?
07:47 - Is it practical?
09:20 - What goes wrong?
10:34 - Is it safe?
11:12 - What's it like to drive?
13:32 - How much does it cost?
14:35 - Running costs?
15:19 - Should you buy it?
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At ReDriven, we’ll be taking you through the pros and cons of a huge range of used cars to see how well they’re going now that they’re a few years old, have thousands of kilometres on the clock, and are coming toward the end of their warranty, or maybe don’t have one at all.
Plus, thanks to our resident mechanic, Jim, you’ll find out what commonly goes wrong with them and what might need to be fixed.
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2015 s550 bought for 39k at 47k miles. Currently 61k on the clock never had a single issue yet! Best daily ever
Wow 14k miles without a issue........ just wow, thats something to be merc proud of.
Same here. 1 year ago i brought a 2015 S-550 sport P- 2 package with luxury package. Paid 47k with 46k miles. Just added new rotors and pads. Other than that, GOLDEN. On my way back to Destin Florida in 2 week's.
@@lilpudge1503 yes I had to get rid of those noisy brakes myself went with the Italia ceramic. The only gripe I had with the car was that noise when you reverse very dusty pads
@@reno4858 Dude, those damn pads kept me cleaning my rims every damn 4 day's seemed like. Ceramic is the best. Didn't know about Italia. Thanks.
Wish I was so lucky. 2015 S class with 43,000 miles in the shop, every 3 months, engine had to pulled due to solenoid oil leaks, 3 new batteries, computer issues, etc. I got rid of it immediately.
Thanks for the video. I have driven, but never owned an S class, but I have owned four different previously owned Mercedes cars in the last 26 years. I am a Mercedes enthusiast through and through.
The secret to buying any used vehicle is to do thorough research. I have never had problems with any of the Mercedes that I have purchased and this is my research approach:-
1. Find a one owner Mercedes of your choice with low mileage for its year.
2. Choose one that looks immaculate inside and out. This will show that the vehicle has been cared for.
3. Find one with a full Mercedes-Benz service history.
4. If you can get a mechanic to inspect it prior to purchase it would be good, otherwise you could examine the service book and contact the mechanic that knows the vehicle and has worked on it over the years. (I did this with my present E Class and the mechanic stated that he would be happy to buy it himself).
5. Ask the current owner why he/she is selling the vehicle. Ask other questions, e.g. has the vehicle ever been in an accident. Has it been kept under cover at work and in the owner's garage at night.
6. Take it for a test drive and make sure that everything works on the vehicle.
I have found that most Mercedes first owners tend to look after their vehicles better than the owners of other makes of vehicles. Some wealthy or company owners may only sell their Mercedes to update to a newer model and the car can still be immaculate.
Be careful about second or third owners who may have bought a Mercedes but could not afford to properly maintain them. In my opinion avoid buying a Mercedes without a full MB service record. Taking short cuts in maintenance of a Merc will only bring trouble.
Finally, having driven various Mercedes-Benz vehicles over the last 53 years, it saddens me that Mercedes-Benz in recent times are making vehicles with too much emphasis on technology at the expense of build quality and comfort.
With regards to the depreciation on Mercedes vehicles, I love it. It means that people like me that are not wealthy can enjoy an expensive luxury vehicle that they otherwise could not afford.
Thank u very very much! Very much appreciated Sir 🙏
One of the most helpful comments I’ve seen on the internet in the last decade. Go well in your E class sir.
Heres another tip: Find a car that was always driven in the country (look at service books and see where the services took place) doing that you have a choice in larger km cars
YOU PUT OUT FANTASTIC ADVICE FOR ANY USED CAR YOU PURCHASE! THANKS FOR THE GREAT INFORMATION!!!
Well said, and absolutely great advice. That is how I look for a S class as well. Just acquired a 2020 S560. 18K miles. One owner. Leased. Full service history . (Short). No issues.
I still have a 2003 S 55 AMG. It has been the best car I have ever owned. The hydraulic suspension eventually got replaced by coil overs. I have been in newer 2016+ E and S classes and there seems to be a big difference in quality between them and older AMG versions.
and that m113k is insanely reliable
Yeah as much as I still absolutely love modern mercedes and my 2 modern mercedes nothing beats the build quality and just charm of the old ones. I just love safety features and prefer the comfort of brand new cars. S55 is badass!
Hey mate just wanted to say , love this format . Great Quality videos and great Information. This is immensely helpful for people trying make decision on pre-loved luxury cars . please keep up the good work .
A great video. I had an S class 2007 model Diesel. In the early days, it was absolutely blissful. But I got ill, the car stood for about 6 months, and it really suffered from various electrical problems . This video is spot on.
Are in a hot country?
@@ianmuir3640 uk, so not really hot.
How could this be spot on and you've never had the car? The W221 is absolutely NOTHING Like the W222 lol you can't be serious
mercs dont like sitting... if battery level drops a little, it goes crazy from that
I got 2016 s550 for two years, very reliable. I have my local Indy shop for maintenance and I purchase genuine parts online, it does not cost more than Maintain a Toyota in dealership.
Excellent point Gordon.
The major cost issues occur when more serious faults show themselves. Where a Lexus or Toyota may require 2 hours of labour to replace a certain component, there is a higher chance that that same component in a Mercedes (or BMW, Audi, Volvo etc etc) will be situated in a near impossible to reach location, requiring far more labour time to access and repair/replace it.
For example, I owned a Renault Megane RS265 years ago, it had an issue with the clutch. If it were a Corolla, Hyundai i30 or Mazda 3, it would have taken maybe an hour to remove and replace but the Renault required the entire engine to be removed just to access the part, costing me thousands of dollars.
Yikes my RS265 is on original clutch at 85k but yes $ cost goes into repairs yet I got a great discount when new and car 100% reliable so far with nil issues. Used Toyota’s and Lexus you do often pay a significant premium for their reliability yet if get a good deal can offset some costs although these large Mercedes I’d steer clear as depreciate like a stone and repairs are really expensive.
It's cool until eventually something serious goes wrong. And it will if you keep driving it. Then you have to t=pay the price of a Toyota to get it fixed.
@@jonothandoeser I have a 2014 s550, currently with 203,500 miles on it and have never had any problems with it. I do all the service on it myself, and replace the oil every 8500 miles. My sons 2018 Honda has actually given him significantly more problems then I have with the s class. Really can’t say enough good things about the car! The only problem is I wish it had a way to permanently disable the eco stop start item, it’s terrible!
@@kenwoodburn5244 I think you can disable the eco mode.
My 2016 Maybach S600 is the most beautiful thing in my garage. I'm happy just sitting in it. Driving it is a bonus!
being driven in it is best
I feel exactly the same way as a 2016 Maybach S600 owner. It’s only got 13,000 miles on it so far. That’s an art piece in my garage.
And I am happy owner of 2015 S65 using it as a work horse and it does everything perfectly well.
Beautiful yes but feels like a bag of chips when you touch it
@@ian2183 a bag of chips? How?
You’re hilarious and I’m with you on the insane costs of ownership. Here in Los Angeles, these cars are fairly common amongst up and coming apartment dwellers that are just starting to pay rent. I think most of these cars are bought used. It’s like dating that 38 year old exotic dancer, you know you shouldn’t but she kinda still looks good from a distance and forget all the emotional baggage issues.
Hahahahahaha, brilliant!!! - AK
Hahahaha that was a good one 😆 🤣
with a bad drug habit
So a keeper then....?
This car is very common and used mostly by apartment dwellers just starting to pay rent? This isn't exactly a corolla that's sold in high numbers to begin with (its over 100k usd new), and how many owners of this cars you know personally? Maybe you're referring to the cheaper C class models that looks very similar to this. Otherwise it seems like you're trying to put down people cause they drive nicer cars than you.
My w222 S550 was a special order/build for me, late 2016, Iridium Silver with brown/black upgraded nappa leather, executive rear seating - all the bells & whistles. I leased it for 3 years, as I have for most of my cars, even the AMGs, but this is the first one I purchased outright at lease end. I have ~32K miles, dealer maintained and washed/cleaned weekly, garaged. The car has been PERFECT; this is the best car I have ever had in my garage, and I have owned all the high-end makes. It drives like a dream, much smaller than it feels, very fast with 4.0 V8 (449hp) and so quiet/comfortable. Some of what you showed is very surprising to me, and looks more like it was not cared for properly. It may be lunacy for me to recommend a $125K USD vehicle to people, but for those who can make the nut, it really IS "Das Best Oder Nichts"...
I drive an s550 I be had all the top European and Japanese makes and my s class is by far the tops
I’ve had it for four years and no problems in 60.000k
My interior is in perfect condition no problems with the leather anywhere
Your mechanic segment is so bloody amazing. Absolute gold.
Thanks so much mate. - AK
He didn't actually mention anything specific that goes wrong with this model, just talked in general. Truth is, these cars are rare and won't be seen much by the average mechanic unless they specialize in Mercs.
I must have got the diamond in the rough. I bought my 2015 S550 in 2018, and it's been the best car I've ever owned, AND THE CHEAPEST BY A LONG SHOT! I'm an accountant, but I do all my own maintenance. The oil changes are a breeze as they're done from on top of the car, the brakes/rotors were easy to do, I replaced the engine filters with K&Ns, and the cabin filter...cheap and easy to replace. Also, FCPEuro (lifetime warranty on anything you buy, and I mean ANYTHING) has all of the tools and items I need for maintenance. When I bought it, it had warranty, and since then, the warranty has run out. Keep it clean, keep the leather cleaned and conditioned, park it in the garage where a luxury car should be kept, and stay on top of the maintenance and you can't go wrong with this car. I say this with honesty, this car is expensive up front, but cheaper than anything I've owned in the long run!
That's good to know! Right now I'm looking at a 2015 S 550 4matic with 31,000 km on it from a private seller; just waiting for the price. I'm slightly anxious because this might be my first S Class and it's definitely my first Mercedes without a warranty attached to it.
I'm happy with both of my Mercedes. Buying used is an unpredictable maintenance challenge I've looked forward to. I enjoy it while it works and fix it when it doesn't.
I have a 2015 S550 I bought new. I had the same problem with the top of the dash after about 4 1/2 years. I didn't know what caused the separation at the time. I took it to the dealer and they gave me the number MBUSA and along with the dealers statement they replaced it with a newer design. I thought MB was fair about the repair because I didn't know what caused the problem. I had to pay for half the cost of the replacement. Total cost $3158.50 USD. Thank you for your video that shows me it is a common problem. Still have the car and love it!
I'm 57 years old and have owned 4 Mercedes-Benzes in my life. This new S-Class looks nice, but I'm not interested in all the electronics inside the car. There was a time when a Mercedes didn't have all of that stuff. Back in the day, they were cars that were just magnificently engineered and built using the nicest materials you could find in a car, this side of a Rolls-Royce or a Bentley.
Now, there are moving parts everywhere and it all just seems too busy. I have to say that I don't like the direction Mercedes-Benz has been heading since the days of the W-140. More and more gadgets with every new model, and unfortunately, less and less quality to go along with it.
Amen Randolph... my 1980 (bought in 1996) 300D was a tank. I almost bought a 2009 S63 AMG and half the features did not function and a cam-timing issue was $9,000 and took 4 months for the parts... My 2007 Marquis LS was $5,500 one-owner...half the cost of the cam timing repair. Why did M-B go for value/indestructability???
I'm with you. I wish that Merc would do exactly what it was doing in the 90s. Like start making W124 variants again (Then I'd get the E500)
You've nailed it. Mercedes built its reputation upon quality materials and workmanship but lost its way in the 90s with technology overload. They need to return to the basics of building a solid, bulletproof vehicle that doesn't squeak, rattle or rust and is as quiet as King Tut's tomb. No one asked for night vision, automatic pothole-sensing suspension adjustment and glove compartment air fresheners.
Brilliant presentation mate, loved the way you went through this - honest and straight forward, highlighting all the warts and issues while
Praising its good points. Loved the depreciation comparisons - funny as - well done!! I’m subscribed.
I currently own a 2015 S550 4Matic. I bought it ‘pre-loved’, smile. But I must say the interior is still flawless and look like new with no mechanical issues to date. So a good buy so far… love the car!!!! I also have a 05 E500 for 15 years to-date and the leather and engine is still kicking ass… and hear this: I have been doing my own regular maintenance (Service A and B) on both vehicles. Labor is too high even when the parts are reasonable. So far no real mechanical problems on both cars… so I can’t agree with you…I don’t buy new cars because of the depreciation issue…I wait for about 3 years then I start looking etc. … still a great video….Thank you
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Here in Denmark, we say a new car loses 50% of its value after 4 years.
@@FABM27 I understand… here in the US there are so many cars that it boils down to demand v supply.. there are auctions too…. Etc
Underrated channel, thanks for the insights!
Ah thank you so much mate.
The people who review Mercedes should live with one then will know that actually not much can go wrong with these cars and in a way more affordable and reliable than a Toyota!!!
@@waleedkhan7623 Ah mate, hate to break this to you but this is my best mates car, I've driven it on countless occasions and short of the registration papers being in my name, have basically lived with it from when it was new.
Waleed, have a chat to any Australian mechanic and they'll quickly let you the immense range of issues and problems Mercedes can have.
As far as more affordable and reliable than Toyota, I'm not sure where you're pulling that information from but the fact a LandCruiser, RAV4, Prado, Kluger, Corolla are some of the least depreciation cars on the market (in some circumstances they actually can appreciate in price) and most Mercedes plummet in value combined with Toyotas inexpensive spare parts and minimal labour costs vs the huge expense that comes with europeans spare parts and labour charges, we can't possibly see how Mercedes is way more affordable.
If you planning buy an S class go big at first, means buy the nicest, well documented, well maintained car. It's not cheap but I'd rather go expensive at the front then at the back, with cheapest S class that have a tons of issues on the list that can cost more to repair it.
You are so right.That´s what I did and five happy,carefree years with the car.Although my car is old,W220.
Absolutely right! Unfortunately I experienced the second case :(
Exactly
I personally haven’t known anyone to have lots of problems with used ones tbh lol.. guess it just depends how u treat it
@@rocksolid4136 what happened
First time watching one of your videos. Went to subscribe and saw bellow 10k subs and that was very surprising. This video was great, editing and overall content. All the best team!
Oh thank you so so much!!!! - AK
Excellent review since you were frank about the negatives too! In where I live, you can buy a 2014 S350 for usd 35000 with 100 000km. The front end is beautiful but the back end is bland and from a little distance it’s difficult to differentiate S-class from E- and C-classes. The W221 had real presence and the reliability is pretty good. I feel that with this one Daimler was cutting costs and I think the reliability hasn’t been anywhere near to warrant such a price tag.
Would be great to see comparison videos from you (Audi A8, Bmw 7, Lexus LS, MB S).
Thanks for the lovely words mate.
As the channel (hopefully) grows, we can't wait to do comparison videos. It's well and truly out of our budget and time ability for now but we'll get there.
Thank you !!! Somebody who finally agrees with me! Ever since the post 2014 models, the C,E,S class all look like the same exact car, just from small to big. The W221 was the best imo, I like the w222 as well though. The w223, man idk how to feel about it, it’s obviously a beautiful car but it doesn’t do Justice. The W221 was great, the wide fenders gave it amazing road presence. The 2010+ facelift did wonders for the car as well. I would LOVE a W221 with W222 interior.
Same here I have a W221 and love it built like a tank but I am in the minority of people who like my interior better also it seems to hold up better than the W223 and I like the dash and how it shields the screen for navigation and just the overall simplicity and looks of it. At first, I liked the interior of the W223 better but have changed my mind on that. I like the W221 better inside and out and I am glad mine still has the headlight washer button so I can wash my headlights at the push of a button a party trick my wife and friends love. You can not do that on the W223s lol.@@iTsTHumpa
I cracked my C-class rims last year and just cracked the rim on my E class I replaced it with. It all makes sense now.
I bought a 2014 s550 two years ago for 52K USD. 23000 miles on the odometer. I had a couple of minor issues fixed under CPO warranty. Mine has designo interior similar to the car in the video. My interior is in much better condition, no cosmetic issues. Also, the seats get shiny when dirty. I use Leatherique, which restores the original matte finish. Out of warranty now, no issues.
That's awesome to hear mate.
Awesome videos guys. Keep it up. Good to see some Aussie content.
Thank you so much, Aldonn. We appreciate the kind words.
Thanks for watching!
Thank you for an excellent presentation. This is a must-watch video for anyone contemplating buying a used expensive car. So glad I watched it.
Thank you so so much. - AK
I like how people are getting excited about rear seats adjustments on the new Sclass, consider me having them on w126 mercedes from 1980's, not to mention w100 with all possible hydraulic controls, and i wouldn't be surprised if you can find 1970's LWB w116 with rear seat controls
Underrated channel , you are so informative and easy to hear guys , greetings from Palestine 🇵🇸
Again mate, thanks so much! Greetings from Australia.
That is the state that is west of Wakanda and south of Narnia.
@@ConstantineTheGreat. a state you wish to be a part of but never will be, regardless of your tactics 😂
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Sorry, there is no such country or state. Try again.
This is officially my favorite channel on TH-cam I'm hooked! 👍🏾
Oh Cissa wow, thank you so so much!! - AK
I have the S class coupé S550 and love it. Mine is 4 years old with 35K km. It is garage kept, always hand carwashed only, ceramic coating, leather was treated, and looks like new. That car you are driving is in rough condition! My exclusive nappa interior is soft and not shiny like the car you are viewing.
If you look after your cat like I do, you will get a wonderful car. Actually all my cars are pre sold before I get my new cars to friends and neighbours as they know how I look after my cars. Would I buy that car, absolutely not, would I buy a used car I owned, absolutely yes!
Of course most peeps wld buy a car for 1/3 of its price after 5 yrs.......
Dude you know your stuff.
Good day Fred, may I buy your vehicle please?
@@goldsweeper7837 where are you located? When the EQS comes out, I might consider, but the styling of my 2 door S class will be a classic for sure.
@@fh6258 I live in Western Australia Fred. I hope you are well mate,
Great review, honest and next-level descriptions. I would check you out before buying any car!!
Ah thank you so so much. - AK
My ex father in law has an S600 V12, Idk 2013-2015? Anyhow, the car rides like a dream! No shortage of power or luxury. The only issue I've heard was recently when he said the selector dial needs replaced. The the dial used for the radio etc. I want to say it runs $3,000. He still hasn't replaced it lol Dude has the money, he has SLS, E400 convertible, and no joke, a Maybach and he has a hard time replacing that $3,000 dial.
If he has all those other cars, and has trouble replacing that knob, then he really has $$$.
my dad bought a 2007 s350 lorinser package and we still have it to this day its an amazing car and its honestly really reliable and it has many features that you wouldn't expect 2007 cars to have
Bought a 2015 S550 in 2017, that looks exactly like this one! Car had 52k miles and I just reached 102k miles. Never had a single indicator light on the dash, mechanically durable. But yes, leather is exactly like this now. Didn't think it would be a common problem! Car's phenomenal safe, boujee, but yes, cosmetics decay over the years. Sucks :/
They probably disabled the indicator lights.
@@Jdalio5 nope! My brother has a body shop and dealership, and we did full inspection; thoroughly, through the entire car.
It's done on purpose to make people want to buy a new car.
@@johnaro9930 Wait until the problems do start and you will paying someone to get rid of this junk though lol.
@@DEVILTAZ35 already did, leased a new one. But not a single problem for 5 years. Thanks for the concern though brother. Cheers!
I had a CL500 for 4 years. Costly to maintain if you don’t have a warranty. To drive they are just as this reviewer has described-amazing
Cheers Phil!
A used S-class is better than a new BMW.
No
At least Mercedes got beauty, class and status..
@@baruchya Status of an old man. It's not the 90s anymore, mercedes have lost that status. They are a pretty common brand now and everyone can get one.
Everyone can get one...you clearly haven't heard of the maybach
I rather have an Lexus
Love your review style. Hilarious and thorough.
Great review! I was actually contemplating buying a used car like this for a driving service.
Wealthy people who easily afford these cars use them as a tax write-off by leasing and they make damn sure once the car is out of warranty it is returned
"Keep your cold drinks warm.." your word play is next level my guy 🍻 from 🇨🇦
Hahaha cheers mate!
Wow. I just sold my 2013 s63 and it literally had no issues. Panel gaps would make me think it was in an accident. The other issues I’ve never seen in any s class. I have a 2019 s63 now and it’s spotless with 10k miles.
After reading through the comments Dominic, we feel that maybe it's the Australian climate and road condition that is to blame. However, Mercedes should maybe engineer the car to our harsh conditions in the first place. - AK
What do you do for a living
@@derrickbosler9704 co ask 😂
@@ReDriven Climate in South Africa is similar to Aus and our road conditions arguably worse and we haven't seen the same issues with these. However, I do feel the quality is low overall and that the S Class has been overrated from the start. The W220, W221 and W222 were all disappointing in some way. I test drove a few of these and was not impressed by the creaks, rattles and bad trim pieces in every generation. The new W223 is going to be worse because the interior feels as delicate as a biscuit/cookie like all modern Mers. Sad what this brand has become.
i agree that car looks repaired, the leather in the interior dash probably has been taken off before and wasn’t put back properly. seats looks like this car has been a taxi with a lot of use, strange he didn’t mention how much the car has travelled. you can’t judge a cars age or condition by the year it should be by the miles
Great review! Thank you so much
Don't know how yall beat on them over there but in the states, pretty good Value & pretty reliable.... in the states 250k would be a s65 but a S550 from 2018 would be around 70k.... most ppl who buy them can afford the upkeep, it's when they cost 20k is when you don't want it...15-20k car with 130k car Value problems..... also try FCP euro for parts.
Was surprised to see this channel didn't have at least a few hundred thousand subs. Very professional quality and likeable presenter! I don't wanna agree with the contents of this video since I wanna buy one of these cars 😅 but beside the point. Keep it up and we'll see ya at 100k subs soon. Btw you might wanna mention prices are in Australian dollars if they are, that wasn't obvious.
Oh mate thank you. We're hoping the subscriber count keeps building as we keep releasing content.
The S-Class really shocked me as I'm a massive fan but the negatives for me all out weight the positives, such a shame.
Great idea with mentioning Aussie dollars. We'll do that next video for sure.
I bought at 2008 S-Class in Feb 2021 with 48K on the clock, $36000. OK so it needed a $3K transmission repair almost immediately but since then no issues. As AK says the drive is so smooth, the seats are so comfy and I look forward to every time I need to drive somewhere. Life is short.
Wow...did you ever get 'grossed' on that purchase!!
And it doesn't matter so long as you're happy with it...that's the only thing that's important!!
Did u say $36,000 for 2008 S-Class really 🤔 I'd love too sell you a few things
36k? 😂
I bought one in Canada for 6500
😀😀😀😀£3000 in the UK. And that's pounds. You were either ripped big time or you live in fantasy land.
In 2011 I acquired a '08 s550 4-Matic w/22k miles ($50k)-over two new batteries, and in 2022 with 56k miles the front air suspension folded-$4400. Also in about 2019 the starter motor was replaced.
Finally a channel that is straightforward about the answer if it's worth it and not just an open ended answer
Legend has it this car will never feel like an old model.
You are absolutely right
Bought a 2016 S550 a few months ago and its been absolutely perfect. If you drive them with attention, bring them in for their routine services (A & B), as well as keep the inside overall clean and well maintained you can avoid a lot of issues down the line. I made sure I found one that had a very detailed history of its past services and maintenance which is a very important factor in buying any used car! The engine light did come on once... but its cause the gas cap was screwed back on wrong haha.
Thing is a lot of owners of these cars bought it for the clout and flex, could barely afford the maintenance after paying the car note, and end up skipping maintenance on the car. My friend just intentionally skipped a maintenance interval on her V8 Porsche Cayenne because it costed her $1800 and she has money not like she is broke or anything but her reasoning is just damn $1800 for maintenance I guess nothing bad would happen if I just skip this one time.
How much is usually those A & B services????
@@QUEEN-cn4lnnot much u average oil change
Just subscribed to to your channel.Your channel is really a blessing to me and very informative.Am a Mercedes fan and dream of owning a used S class because can't afford a new one.
Very slick and witty presentation....one of the best I've seen...fab sense of humour...thank you
One thing you MUST buy with this: the LONGEST possible extended warranty!!!
Any Mercedes’ or just the S class?
@@LeonardoDiax24 Just the S class IMO because the latest tech on there.. C class and E class pretty reliable. S class isn't bad it's just not good, mechnically reliable .
@@danielmiller9012 Interesting! I got a c400 in 2018 and it's still running good today. Only had to spend 2k at a goodwill discount from camshaft issues which was surprising. This scared me because i'm not prepared to spend a whole lot on a used car even tho i'm fine with it. Been thinking of upgrading to the 2021 E53 which I like. Do you think that's a good option?
Extended warranties don't really work in Australia
Really great and informative video, I was literally just looking at prices of this generation of S classes before I got your video in my suggestion box.
Could you do a review of a used 2nd generation CLS the W218?
Sure thing mate, we'll try to track one down to review.
And thanks so much for the compliment
you made me laugh with tears, man 🥳 I never ever experienced that fun watching car videos. Subscribed immediately 👏 👍 🥳
Oh cheers mate! - AK
Love your review. Subbed!
Thanks so much Kamal! - AK
Don’t know why he’s complaining about the shiny leather, looks like it just needs a good interior detail.
It had a detail at Mercedes a week before the shoot mate. - AK
@@ReDriven I doubt that. Look how dirty the car is. Boot is filthy, there's dust on the rear air vents, and fingerprints on the front cupholder cover. It may have been taken for a detail, but whether it was actually done is questionable.
@@BomberFletch31 exactly, hes got attitude this fella lol...
And I’m pretty sure the steering wheel is shiny from new anyway.
@@peterj5751 I don’t think that’s the case cause I don’t remember seeing a new shiny merc steering wheel but I do do think that it looks better aged n shiny.
I’ve bought 3 of them. I love them. Pro tip: If you don’t want to spend money buy a Toyota.
Or a Honda
@@faraznoor6802 it’s a massive tax write off. W2 plebs don’t buy these.
Flattened by this gentleman’s honesty. Great work Pal. Fact is fact. Rest, got bucks do whatever you want. But be wise
You commentary is unparalleled man! Love from Canada!
Ah thanks so so much! - AK
Love the content. Do a review on a high kilometre well looked after Lexus LS430 probably the best luxury car ever built.
Mate, we'll try to find one to do exactly that.
@@ReDriven would definitely love to see more Lexus content
You can't go wrong with a Lexus. The LS430 and LS460 models were the nicest vehicles I ever rode in.
If you ever owned a Lexus, you would call the Mercedes junk.
Lexus LS looks good from outside but not luxurious like S class from inside
I had a 2015 Infiniti Q70L and found the build quality to be excellent. It's durability was exceptional. Real Japanese Ash wood and semi-aniline leather. 42k miles with no reliability issues at all. I traded it in for a Porsche Panamera with 13k miles. It's been in the shop twice for an AC issue. Gorgeous car but it is already squeaking. My Infiniti was rock solid, even having been driven in NYC streets. Thankfully I got an extended warranty and put low miles on it. Next car will be a Lexus!!!
Did someone ask by any chance?
I mean is a Japanese car idk why you are comparing it with a lux car, lol. Panamera vs Infiniti lmfao
42K miles is nothing. I had a EX35 that spent 2 months in the shop for a heater core failure. What a nightmare.
Not sure how you can go from Porsche to Lexus. One of the best driving cars to one of the most boring driving cars.
Thx! I realy liked the way you devide the review. Perfect 👍🏻 I love the S-Class. Allways a funboy but, my favorite I think is the w126 560 SEL. Subscribed of course. Stay safe.
Nice review!❤
As someone who has dreamt of one day owning an S class (but has never been in one), I am shocked and saddened that there are cheap feeling buttons/plastic and problems with the leather and stitching. I’ve dealt with that with my Lexus ES, but assumed for the money (and based on the reputation), that those things would NEVER been an issue with the S class. High cost to maintain it mechanically? I assumed that. But cheap feeling or short-lasting fit and finish? Never would’ve expected that.
Sorry to hear you suffer from OCD. When were you diagnosed? It’s a terrible medical condition and I really am glad to see you’re able to function so well.
fantastic review, thanks!
Excellent review. I was fully synced in after the "no bum" comment 😂. The way every real man doesn't want to be let down
I own a ‘93 600. It’s an awesome car and expensive to maintain. However, I would never get rid of it because it is the last of the great well built old school Mercedes.
I’m currently own a Mercedes Benz and I’ll never get another car other than the merc. The feeling of driving the merc is unbelievable. FYI. Very reliable!
I’m currently own a Mercedes Benz and I’ll never get another car other than the Merc. The feeling of driving the merc is unbelievable. FYI. Very reliable!
Nah endless money pit. Poorly unreliable
I have had 3 s652009,2015, 2019. With a 207 s600. Absolutely worth every penny I paid. Sheer disappointment driving anything else on the road include Britain finest Germany’s finest. The luxury and power of my 2015 and 2019 are simply priceless.
Smart review. Thank you.
Thank you for mentioning the Rims, I did my rear brakes yesterday and noticed cracks in both rims, already replaced the front ones few months back
No sweat Ben. Thats crazy hey. - AK
You don't need 300 IQ to realize 20 inch wheels on terrible roads IS A BAD IDEA. Germany roads are always perfect for reference
"You've got a bisexual cup holder here because it goes both ways" lmaooooo
It’s a Australian unit ain’t it lol
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Latecomer to your channel, but subscribed and thanks for reviewing the S Class. I've owned a W126 560SEL including other pre-millenial MB's. All bought with my own cash, second hand at about the3-5 year point. It is an unfortunate reality that MB are now Engineered by Accountants. Gone are the days when you could leave your Merc outside in the sun and rain and nothing faded our cracked, and multiple trips to the uncle's farm didn't shake out any rattles. Hmm, that last bit was untrue for the E320 cabrio! Throw in low depreciation and they were reliable ownership propositions.
Fond memories of an SEL trip over to WA and down to Margaret River, surfboards on the roof, golfing bats in the boot and 5 cases of red on the return trip. [But we did throw her on the train for the way back...]
One of thr most pleasant car reviews, straight to the point without unnecessary blabla and not sticking tot he usual misleading lines about the luxury brands. Nice, but 2 decades ago you were getting what you paid for. Now these are great cars to look and admire, but not to live and drive them more than a couple of years. Thanks for not wasting my time.
Thanks for the kind words!
The W221 was a better car in my opinion at least as far as build quality is concerned. The W221 interior felt solid and wears well. The interior of the W222 just feels cheesy.
Bought 2014 S350D SE line with 88,000 miles for 24k , now done 315,000 miles in the last three years , still looks and drives like new . Best used luxury car ever . The only things that have failed are the alternator and nox sensors .
100k a yr hb shocks n trans
Shocks and trans all good , I serviced it 4 times a year .. sold it very easy in May for £9k
Martin Smith, I am about to buy a S class 2016 under 30K miles on clock, to be used for a taxi service but REDRIVEN freaked me out then with your comment as you lived the experience yourself is something else! I don’t want to service the car at the dealership. Would you recommend me to buy one?
Thank you
@@NajahKAKAY hi , yes I would buy one , I used mine as a taxi for 3.5 years up and down the motorway , I was worried about all the tech etc when I bought it . But the Secret is to service it regularly . I used a Mercedes specialist garage for my services which is a cheaper labour rate but using OEM parts , and all services were registered on the Mercedes service database which helps the resale value . I have had bmw 7 series etc and the S class is way above anything else for reliability and joy of driving . Just make sure the Mercedes you are buying has correct history and you should be good for 300, 000 too !
@@martinsmith8175 That’s great news, thank you,
I think REDRIVEN review is a bout cars which operated in Australia 🇦🇺 and for a hot claimant I agree MB aren’t practical over there if they have been built or imported from Europe.
So yes, I can’t wait for airports back into business.
Thank you
First video I have seen on this channel and I loved it well done
Thanks so much mate. - AK
Big respect for a real review!
Thank you so much mate
Great review. Really appreciated the honesty. And yes, they rear end of this car is terrible. Actually, Mercedes has really struggled with all their rear-end designs for decades. Doesn't make sense. Almost all other cars at any price level have better tail lights and rear design than any Merc.
Its a matter of opinion, I happen to think the pinched rear end is beautiful....nobody wants a lard ass.
I agree trailer park trash loves a big ass like a baboon's ass. though my 2007 has a beautiful rear every time I park it I look back with admiration.@@Vivaldi111
Deff worth second hand ownership, I’ve owned 3 of them, from a 2010, 2015, 2017. Currently 2016 s550 coupe, amazing looking and drive. Highest mileage one had 130k miles, my coupe has 95k miles right now! These are solid and haven’t had any major issues on any of them.
What issues have you had?
@@mariofernandez6930 non of my s classes gave me issues besides 1 when it was very cold outside and I haven’t started it for 2 weeks, lane assist, abs light and blind spot popped up, after driving it for few days, it went away and was fine. Few places told me it was a bad module but it corrected itself.
I have the exact same car with the same multi spoke rim, I myself have cracked 4 rims. I recently discovered it’s not the rim, the problem it’s the low profile run-flat tires that come on the car. I bought the car from the dealership and it came with Pirelli tires. I recently changed to Michelin none run-flat tires and have felt a significant improvement in comfort driving and better protection on the rim.
Since I've got a drivers license I have only owned not second hand but mostly tenth+ hand S classes. Never got any kind of problems, drove more than 40k km.
Are they even worth my thought😂😂😂😂i think i agree with you there,the power of merc
I have driven just about everything last 40 years, rallied, motorbiked around europe, taken apart and put back together most of my vehicles. I now have a 350D 2015 S Class with driving assistance and it is a completely different way of getting from A to B than anything else on the planet ... for long distance it simply melts the miles away and at silly m'way speeds it does 34 MPG. It is as quiet at 100 as at 30. In the UK traffic density means either a motorbike for fun and getting past traffic or something that just does most of it for you, I now drive 100 miles and only brake and accelerate maybe 5 times, it is stress free motoring listening to high quality stereo, in the quiet and the seats are more comfortable than my armchair. Just took washer tank out and cleaned it, took half an hour, dealer wanted £500! If you are practical then most stuff you can do, its just a car underneath, dealers think everyone's stupid and charge for nothing, give bad advice but do a bit of research, don't accept their nonsense and you can get stuff fixed for a fraction of dealer prices. Imo there is nothing out there for anywhere near the price... and you won't get the quiet, magic carpet ride of the S Class from any other vehicle... jp
100%. It's a truly phenomenal driving experience. It's just a shame Australian conditions do them no favours and the levels of depression here are catastrophic. Still, what a brilliant car.
Thanks bro for the info ✌... subscribed
Mate thanks for the kind words and the subscription!
Amazing review thank you
I currently own a 2015 s550 purchased new when I retired and now with 130,000 miles on it. If my car had all the issues identified in the review vehicle I would never buy another Mercedes. On the downside I did have a cracked rim, 4x rear seat belts failed to retract (free fix each time), the heating stopped working, and I had cracked windshield. Amazing enough the windshield cracked while driving and I have no reason why, it just appeared at about 90K miles. I assume I failed to detect a rock hitting it, but it could have been defective at some level. Other than that there have been no non-routine maintenance items. Maintenance has been done at scheduled intervals by the dealer, and yes it is far too expensive. The car has always been garage kept so sunlight and heat damage have been minimized. No kids and and my wife and I are both on the very neat and orderly side, so the interior is pristine. At our age we do not test the engine or suspension capabilities, we just enjoy a leisurely comfortable driving experience. Regular washing with a detailing about every 18 months. The car looks so good that about 3-4 weeks ago in the supermarket parking lot I was asked if it was brand new! He didn't believe it was a 2015 model with that mileage. Overall, I'd say my experience has been average for unexpected repairs, and much better than average for the body retaining it's original appearance. Would keep the car but with my 70th birthday coming up it's time to go electric with an EQS.
Nd how is it holding up at 130k miles. Over all?
Great show. I’ve been a second hand Mercedes owner since 1980. I am on my 3rd one, had it for 4 years. An s320 w220…it had 70,000 on the clock and now has 140,000 on the clock. It was selling for $16,500 and I sold my 380 sec for $5000. While the quality of the car is not as good as the sec, for the price it has been fantastic. Little things have broken down, made of cheap plastic, so have let them go, not important, but the overall car itself has really been cheap to run. From my angle, second hand mb are worth the trouble. However like you said make sure it has been well look after, and carry out the services accordingly. I have updated my sound system and just love driving it, but always, do homework before purchase…..but mechanic must be someone you trust. I don,t go to Mercedes dealership people, but have a mechanic who specialises in mb…a good man, important. Keep up the good work, Terry
Mate, I'm subbed. Top class video, nice structure, like the labelling job so it's easy to find bits like the interior, reliability etc. Your channel will take off like a rocket.
Oh mate thanks so much!
Brilliant info 👍🏼😎
Best in class. Period.
I have a 2012 S550 and had it for 2 years and it rides like a yacht! Smooth sailing
Very informational. Subbed
Cheers Brenden
the feeling you get driving this car is worth every dollar
I have owned six and if well maintained with good history they just keep working. High spec,comfort and safety. They are actually economical and performance is there when needed. Handling is deceptive, they really hold the road on bends despite the size and weight
We’ve had a 2015 S350dL as a taxi since new no big issues just normal maintanence. Its got 320,000km now still all good👍
Now 450,000km and still all good amazing car
I bought the 2018 s350d 2 years ago. I do lots of highway driving and juat loved the deisel efficiency. It sits on 1500rpm on the freeway and is great on fuel.
Your channel is going to blow up
Oh Connor thank you and we bloody hope so! We're putting in loads of work so fingers crossed man.
Seriously, thanks for the kind words mate, we genuinely appreciate it.
After watching, and as an experienced MB owner (W140 S, CLK 320, R 350, GL 350, GLE 63), good advice, for all the lurkers waiting to buy a used S class (like me after giving up on a w221 now waiting for a w222), just good policy to buy the most expensive used Mercedes you can afford (nothing more expensive than a cheap Mercedes) with a Solid service history and maybe max 100,000 kms. You can tell a nice one from a crappy one a mile away (modifications, several owners, accident history beyond $2k in repairs, “power polished” swirl marks in the paint, no options, non-original off brand tires that aren’t marked MO, MB wheels that don’t belong on this model, etc). As to repairs, change your own oil and air filters and let the dealer do the rest like brake fluid, brakes, and misc repairs. Wash it weekly. They’re out there mostly in rich people’s garages as a second or third vehicle.
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My father owned a 1984 Mercedes 380 SEL from new for 25 years. A simply perfect car.
Serviced once a year or 10k miles, whatever came first, replaced perishables like brakes and suspension bushes and such, and ZERO engine and transmission issues, he did have 1 major issue with the AC, but that was to be expected with the vacuum system Mercedes used back then.
I truly regret not buying it from him. I met the guy who bought the car from him, and he said he is never selling it.
We still have the same model, was my Nana car, it so reliable and no rattles, has 367000k on it. It's simply an amazing old car, only ever had servicing and diff replaced. Serviced religiously..allays garaged and had additional rust protection
Thanks for the great review and you were quite funny.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Recently, I raced a late model w222 with my SQ5 and it stayed ahead of me, with an even rolling start at 70. Now I am obsessed with owning a w222. Reading all of the positive comments here has convinced me it will be a great grocery-getter lol
Just pop $20k aside to fix any potential issues!