IMO, as an owner of this vehicle, you need to carefully spec out the interior to get that "special" feeling. I have dark ash wood trim and it makes a huuuuuge difference. It completely changes the interior by almost entirely getting rid of the piano black, most importantly around the centre console. Literally never used the energizing refresh garbage. However, the massage function is AWESOME and I do like the fragrance (just turn the intensity down). Still smells fresh as fuck after about 8 months of ownership. It's marketed in a lame way but when you live with it everyday, it's awesome. One thing that had huge appeal to us was the fact that you get a convertible vibe with the hard top design. With the sunroof open and the pillar-less windows down, this thing feels like an SL. The heated air scarf extends your windows down season by a month or so. It's interesting to hear you guys discuss who is buying this car, and why one might do so. I'm 32 years old and, while I admit this is quasi-old man spec, my wife and I bought (leased) this car because it really does feel special to us. Having owned a number of 3 series and C class variations, this was such a massive step forward that it absolutely felt worth the extra cash. As someone who grew up with nothing but a used car in the drive way, the chance to jump into this car every day is an absolute dream. It's fast, it's comfy, and it has a presence to it. It's big. It's heavy. It feels that way under hard braking. But man....classy as fuck, quick in a straight line and full of tech. Good stuff.
You can get the center console in all sorts of materials (glossy or matte, open-pore wood, metal, carbon fiber), and all of them look and feel better than the piano black. Feels like an oversight that this wasn't mentioned.
@Mike Gurr please tell me you leased this car! And if you bought this car I hope you have a great warranty. This car us going to spend a lot of time in the shop after a few years
Mike Gurr You forgot to mention, this car can easily be mistaken for an S-coupe. I personally like the E-450 coupe, but great choice nonetheless!! Enjoy 👍🏻
Wow, genuinely refreshing to see someone discuss the mechanicals in-depth! I feel like the manufacturers barely speak about these things anymore... Subscribed!
Because their target audience really doesn't care (or could even be a deterrent for many buyers), and the few enthusiast who are truly into them figure this stuff out on their own anyways. Its the sad state of cars, and BMW's "the ultimate driving machine" motto is enough for the bulk of buyers thinking "oh, I want the best driving car so clearly its a BMW" and thats what they buy.
bro, at least with the next gen of mercs, I've seen quite a bit of marketing for the fancy mild-hybrid twin-charged system. Or maybe that's me being hit by targeted ads.
To be fair to the old E-class I have a 2000 E55 and it's platform is pretty good, it can still surprise many modern cars round the twisty bits despite it's lardy proportions.
7:46 Jacks delivery of this information is perfect. He’s succinct and understandable while delivering enough technicality to make me feel like I learned something. Seriously, you guys are the best.
HOLY SHIT! I'm at 15 minutes into this video and the "no one else ever talks about this and how the hell did you guys get this engineering info" level of appreciation just keeps exploding in my head. There is NO ONE who has a review like this, no one! And it's amazing. Thank you!
"So when the snooty cat and the courageous dog with celebrity voices meet for the first time in reel three, that's when you'll see Mr. Goose's contribution to the film...Even a hummingbird couldn't catch Mark at work."
I'd take the LC500 over this crazy complicated 'mild' hybrid nightmare mish-mash of parts. You can count on the Lexus to make glorious V8 noises and deliver smooth effortless acceleration on just oil changes and basic maintenance, while the E53 will literally fall apart after the lease is over.
I love the E53 because of the feeling that it gives you. It is pure luxury and I don't care if it doesn't accelerate as quickly as other cars in it's class.
The most detailed reviewer in TH-cam... from under chassis, to speakers to plactic material to engine mechanism involved everything is well covered and explained.... Good job and keep going @savagegeese
Your point about the difference of how car audio measures versus how it actually sounds is illuminating. Mercedes and Burmester market these systems as very high end, but the reality is that they're just very good. In our GLC, the Burmester stereo sounds on par with how our old xc90 sounded. That's high praise because both stereos sound good, but the Volvo's system was the base stereo and the Burmester in the GLC was an upgrade. It seems people are getting taken for what amounts to fancy speaker grills and a whole lot of marketing. Acura does this right with ELS and their Krell stereo option. The Krell option in the RLX sounds better than the Mark Levinson stereo in Lexus cars.
@@tylerbetthauser7647 "Have access to the engineers who designed the vehicle." Uhh, no. But they do occasionally fly master technicians over to educate them.
Yup. Now 45 models also get the panamericana grill lol. This does two things; both of them bad. 1. The 63 owners will feel their grills are less exclusive. 2. People who dislike the panamericana grill now can't purchase the 45 model for the double bladed grill.
@Jack njones there's a reason you don't really see Mercedes that are 10-15 years old on the road. The electronics is not that reason. If someone can't afford the car after 4 years depreciation they don't have the money for it
I really like your matter of fact and down to earth type car reviews. I also really enjoy it when you demonstrate with the car what you are talking about. The musical lead-in was very nice and pleasant to listen to, and the cinematography is all spot on. Good job guys!
*Shown below is a 'quick data table' that predicts the depreciation (yearly depreciation values are depicted, with the exception of entry #2's one-month depreciation, as is further explained below) of this brand new, $97k MB car, 8 years from now, May 2020:* NOTE: the data/values shown below is/are entirely speculative, however this data IS loosely based off of historical/factual data of other similarly specced vehicles. *SALE PRICE or* *BOOK VALUE Date Description* $97,000 - May, 2020 (Bought new from Dealer) $85,000 - June, 2020 (Sold used to a private/individual buyer.) Notice the 'almost immediate' $12,000 'discount' the buyer enjoys because the car now has been driven about 1000 miles since the day its original owner purchased it from the dealer. $62,000 - May, 2021 (Stated book value) $44,000 - May, 2022 (Stated book value) $29,000 - May, 2023 (Stated book value) $21,000 - May, 2024 (Stated book value) $17,000 - May, 2025 (Stated book value) $13,000 - May, 2026 (Stated book value) $10,000 - May, 2027 (Stated book value) $2,500 - May, 2028 (Sold used to a private/individual buyer). *Please note: the sharp decline in the 2028 depreciation is due to the fact that the car's computer (main cpu) is malfunctioning & according to Mercedes-Benz, must be replaced. Of course, this repair can ONLY be performed by a certified MB mechanic AND additionally this repair can ONLY occur at an authorized MB service center or MB Dealership that also services MB.*
That $97,000 is if you have every option going, which very few people are ever going to do. If you start at $75K to $80K for new, then the book values look more realistic.
Well yea, that’s why these are just luxury purchases and best done on lease. You’re going to spend $ to drive this car, and you’re only going to spend this kind of $ if a) you have enough you don’t care and b) you’re not interested in using that $ to make more $ so you’re okay with the lost opportunity cost. Might as well minimize how much $ you burn while taking enjoying your luxury item and just lease it. If you want affordable or “smart” you probably aren’t the market for a near 6 figure luxury coupe.
@@joeracer302 The way I see using a car. Lease it and enjoy your dollars for the lease period. Pretty much like renting a very nice apartment in New York or a hilltop house in Malibu.
If you can show me a 2017 AMG product for 15 % of it`s MSRP, you`re my hero. And I`m not talking about some beat up, flooded and non-maintained one. With less than 250,000 miles on it.
When I drove the C63 four-door, I fell in love with that car. Tremendous driving car. Does everything well. Only reason I didn't buy it? The C8 Corvette.
If they specialize in imports it’s not that crazy. There is no reason to go to a local mechanic because you’ll be getting it services at the dealer. Unless you’re just a professional at making bad decisions.
Would love to see you review the c43 and compare it to the engineering of the E53. Very curious to see what elements of the suspension change when you move up one class.
Mercedes has mastered the art of overcharging for their vehicles, and this particular example is no exception. So has Porsche, but at least Porsche makes better cars than Mercedes does.
Rabid Sparky Porsche ties Toyota for initial and long-term quality and reliability and value retention is comparable to Jeeps for 911s and best in class for Cayennes. Mercedes and AMG in particular loses value like a Dodge Caravan with mismatched wheels.
you can get that interior in an a class these days. like with about 90% of german cars going up in the model range feels more like getting a different trim for the interior rather than going up a whole segment.
This is an amazing review, you went in-depth of everything without bias. All the positives and negatives of the interior, the mechanicals are explained well, and the driving feel is put into words that any driving enthusiast would understand. The only thing left I'd like to see is Turbowski.
Guys you do one of the best reviews out there! Tried E53 sedan the other day, felt synthetic but also a bit special due to enormous torque but ultimately too soft and bland. My conclusion? Got a used E63 and put away a chunk of funds for potential repairs, the thrill is there believe me!
This episode legitimizes Jack as if he wasn't already, the master tech and the ultimate researcher.. this merc is absolutely out control in complexity, but I love it..., but I'm also terrified of it. I love the honesty of the future maintenance of the vehicle.. good luck 2nd/3rd owners Jack clearly shows that he does the research on the vehicle and remains bias free, giving an honest review of the vehicle as you both do... by far the best auto channel out there..
The benefit is in the improved visibility when looking over your shoulder. If it’s a quick check in traffic or a more thorough survey before/while you back up, it makes coupes feel much more nimble or manoeuvrable than their sedan counterparts as they either have the B-Pillar set farther back in relation to the front seats or none at all.
lol. Whut? That's some crazy talk there dude. The C43 is a C class, bad enough, and it's almost worse than that simply because it's evident if you own that car you couldn't afford a real AMG so you got the sexed up C class. Truly, I would take a Honda civic over that because it is honest about what it is and people wouldn't secretly think you're a wanabe baller.
What happened to Tech Wednesday? Give it time and it will get an audience. Remember. It's not for the car enthusiast. It's for the tech people who may not know your channel but may stumble across your Tech Wednesday video. P.s. Glad you did an E-Class coupe video. Overlooked car considering there is a more 'modern' C-Lass coupe with similar looks but cheaper price.
Excellent honest reviews; I like the fact that you are very driver oriented and say what you think; unlike many other reviewers who are out there to praise every car! I became a follower.
@savagegeese @ 9:20 You mention 'When you have an Aluminum piece, it saves weight, it's more rigid' which is not totally right. Although Al-alloys are lighter than materials such as cast Iron, or steel, its rigidity is far less than any of those. Typical Al-alloy used by German manufacturers is AW- 5754 with a Young Modulus in 69 GPa order, and UTS of 220 to 350 Mpa. While a typical cast iron used by the same manufacturers is GGG40, which displays a Young Modulus of 160 GPa and UTS in order of +400Mpa. Even aviation Al-alloys, regardless of heat treatment, cannot be compared to Ferrit alloys in terms of rigidity. Choosing aluminum in such applications is based upon ductility of the Al- thus ease of production, and lowered unsprung mass.
You can actually get some combined values which help you choose a material: - material density and Young's Modulus (required mass for desired stiffness) - material density and tensile strength (required mass for strength) If your refine that quotient depending on the load condition, you get specific values for that particular condition (e.g. required mass for stiffness in bending is material density divided by cube root of Young's Modulus). For your given example (less is better, units are weird so they can be normalized): - required mass for stiffness in bending would be about 0.66 for "Al" and 1.45 for "GG" - required mass for stiffness in compression/extension would be about 0.39 for "AW" and 0.49 for "GG" So in this case, the "AW" part could be made lighter at the same stiffness for those two load conditions.
@@Remenschneider Thank you for explanation. While what you said is true, the cross section - or geometry - must be specified for this in order to determine the tension in the part. If we negate that element- basically just boil down our argument to material selection for 'one specified' geometry- the only benefit we receive is the weight reduction but rigidity does not increase (( and as u mentioned, with a little adjustment it can be designed to be more rigid with less weight)). As such, the phrase used in the video, ' *Aluminum saves weight and is more rigid* ' could be laid out as ' Aluminum saves weight and allows for optimal design for higher rigidity to weight ratio' in my opinion.
Living in Québec, where temperatures can drop to -20°C, I experienced numerous issues with my E53 AMG. Most of the electronic components had to be replaced due to their unreliability, including the rear camera, heated seats, instrument cluster, headlamps, and rear window motors. Not to mention, the car is made of cheap plastic, and the outdated software was never updated. You have to pay extra for every single feature, like remote start, for example. The leather seats wore out so badly after just 40,000 kilometers that they looked like they belonged to a 20-year-old car. I had to replace them entirely. In short, I sold the car and I’m happy to say I will never buy from MB again.
Love how honest and straight forward this review was, thank you! Every other video or review about this car is just saying how great it is, or if its a real AMG.
I SWEAR - THE MODERN MERCEDES-BENZ IS THE NEW 'BOAT'. YOU GUYS REMEMBER THAT OLD BOAT COMMENT? It goes something like this: *_"What are the two greatest moments in a boater's life? The first is when he buys his first boat. The second? The day he sells it"._*
Awesome review. I test drove this - thinking it will be AMG - it is NOT. You don't get the BEST of the AMG that something like C63 would provide and then it also sacrifices comfort and luxury aspect of E Class. Ended up getting E450 Coupe for 70K almost fully loaded. Enough power and tons of luxury.
I think this car is misunderstood here. Its just a sporty perfect daily. I was lucky enough to own an e class coupe of this generation (but with a smaller engine) and to me its the perfect daily, but that really shows over time and not in a short time review. The interior spec on that test car is horrible. The car feels 10 times more premium and comfy if it had the black open pore wood instead of piano black plastic and aluminum. The infotainment controls are perfect and you quickly get used to them. I understand how its confusing in the beginning, but i love that you can choose how you want to control it. It also makes perfect sense if you know older mercedes controls. They kept that and added new controls to it to give old and young customers all what they want. I heavily prefer that over having just one option like in new audis. Its always just effortless and comfy. The selfdriving assistants are also such a pleasure in traffic jams. I love the dumb massage seats, multibeam light, the burmeister (which sounded perfect to me). It just feels super composed. And I think its freaking beautiful. Sporty but elegant. But just don’t own it out of warranty. Too much tech to fail. And dont let them fool you into thinking its an amg. I personally cant think of a better daily driver.
Using this video to train my staff to understand the 53 engine more now that we won't have the V8's to sell for a bit, thanks guys..big loyal watcher/ fan..subscribed here and on my personal :)
As an owner of this vehicle (EU spec, i.e. no perfume difuser and no sport exaust system), your review is PERFECT! (b.t.w, I got the carbon interior: much nicer)
@@wiljohn2011 Right and unfortunately all companies have to cut costs to stay afloat now a days. Bummer to read something like this about AMG changing how they go about doing their business now.
I've got a regular e220d coupe and it's absolutely wonderful.....rides beautifully great on fuel, quicker than youd think and looks far more expensive than it is. The E Class is the sweet spot of the range. I think an E400d suits the character of the vehiclr better than the E53 but so long as you avoid the E300 you're on to a winner
everyone thinks mercedes are so exotic but after working at the dealer they are just mainstream cars that are 10x more expensive to maintain for a not that great driving experience unless u get the 63 AMG
Excellent review, thorough and educational! Most of the gimmicks are optional and I'd probably stick with the base audio and avoid the audio navigation pain cause even the higher end Burmester in my AMG sucks compared to the Bowers and Wilkins in my other car. Now I know why it seems to noise cancel at times, thanks for that tid-bit. The performance exhaust on my AMG doesn't pop and burble all the time on queue, so not all the AMG's behave the same. Overall great review, thanks dude.
I've been a few 43's, 53's, and 63's. The "fake AMG's" are fun and entertaining cars, but once you get into an E63S... Theres absolutely no going back. There is SUCH a huge difference in the overall experience, you can't explain it
Well, it is what German manufacturer are going. They go with mild hybrid to follow German government policy to reduce emission but keep the driving experience of classic Daimler, VW or BMW. BMW worked with Toyota since late 2006 as Diesel supplier forToyota cars in Europe. In exchange, BMW got hybrid tech form Toyota
This Review is Incredible. The Frequency response graphs are just incredible attention to detail. Thank you for this! For someone who is an audiophile and a car enthusiast I really appreciate the mechanical detail that went into this review, Please keep it up! I actually own a C43 AMG and I hate it. Steering is numb, ride is horrible, road noise is pathetic and the sound quality is garbage (same speakers as the E53). The Engine is alright but mines a 2016 so no pops or bangs. Overall just a very average car with a bad ride. I wish i bought the Jaguar XE S. You should defo consider reviewing it!
There have been many interiors that he's praised, but he still addresses flaws. I find it refreshing that he's not like every other automotive reviewer. He doesn't just state facts and move on, he actually addresses the things car buyers actually want to know, it's his job to point out the flaws.
Longtime fan of your videos. I've noticed that you don't have reviews of some of the baseline MB sedans (non-AMG). I've liked the fact that you've focused on reliability and repairability while reviewing cars. Am wondering if some of these non-performance MB sedans are any good and worth the money; are they as bulletproof as Lexus? Any reviews in the works?
Mercedes... the one car company that would change the wheel to another shape. (If they could). Needlessly complicated. But hey, some people equate a large user manual, abysmal interfaces, and high repair costs with a quality experience. A Mercedes engineer once said to me years ago... "I just don't get you American people.... Here (Germany)... these are Taxi cabs."
The reason they choose a Merc as a cab is just because they are reliable and comfortable. Everthing ends there. Most are classic with a small 200/220 cdi engines. The differences between a basic taxi and a nice equipped avantgarde V6 for example is huge.
It’s a “zero cost option” meaning you can select black piano plastic, or pick the option of wood for $0. Yea, it does cost something overall, you’re spending 75k+ on a car, but the option of swapping to wood is a “zero cost option.”
I'm a product specialist at a Mercedes dealership in NJ. A lot of the people buying these cars are on the older side, and going over one of these cars with all the technology is pretty difficult. Most of the time I tell them to just connect their phone, and use CarPlay because the user interface of these are not intuitive whatsoever.
its nice to see that this car has a reason for being so expensive. i'm tired of so many manufacturers jacking up the price with higher trim levels that are virtually the same vehicle, but more expensive due to unreliable creature comforts
If someone is really worried about resale value, they are not spending close to $100k on any luxury sedan unless it is somehow a collectible item. They will all be "old" in a few years at which point they no longer appeal to most premium luxury buyers.
I feel like you guys are just hating on this car for no real reason. While it wouldn’t be my first pick for $80000, its a good car to lease for 3 years and enjoy your daily commute in luxury, style, power and driving enjoyment.
This is a Mercedes and this is state of the art. The car was designed for the thinking man who appreciates technology for technologies sake. Is this car for the ordinary person? No way. Most people won't understand the complexity and certainly won't budget for the upkeep of such a sophisticated automobile. I know what's going to happen to some of these. In 7 years, after passing through 3 owners, it will sit on Mel's used car lot and need a ton of maintenance. It's a sad way to end up but there you go.
*_Less is more._* Now that is a short, but sweet, 'saying' that would NEVER, EVER be spoken in or around a Mercedes-Benz factory, a Mercedes-Benz dealership, or a Mercedes-Benz service center. Complexity (especially in re: to a passenger car) just for the sake of being complex is... well, it's basically just the engineer's narcissism being showcased to (& eventually burdening) the targeted consumer. And I see that MB still has (and perhaps always will have) plenty of willing customers that love to be 'punished' financially, as well as to be punished later, via immense inconvenience/wasted time servicing/repairing these 'works of art & design'. Oh and yes, they'll want even MORE money.
Great content. Honestly most motoring "journalist" just seem like fanboys of every high end car they review. More like sales people than journalists and that's because of the shady relationship between car manufacturers and the motoring media. I like the fact that this channel points out the shit of these high-end cars in a way that actually matters to real buyers looking at these things and not just fan buying over how fast and good they feel to drive.
Could you please review a Tesla? I'd be pretty interested to see it being judged by you with the quality, attention to detail and investigation into information that make out your videos...
IMO, as an owner of this vehicle, you need to carefully spec out the interior to get that "special" feeling. I have dark ash wood trim and it makes a huuuuuge difference. It completely changes the interior by almost entirely getting rid of the piano black, most importantly around the centre console.
Literally never used the energizing refresh garbage. However, the massage function is AWESOME and I do like the fragrance (just turn the intensity down). Still smells fresh as fuck after about 8 months of ownership. It's marketed in a lame way but when you live with it everyday, it's awesome.
One thing that had huge appeal to us was the fact that you get a convertible vibe with the hard top design. With the sunroof open and the pillar-less windows down, this thing feels like an SL. The heated air scarf extends your windows down season by a month or so.
It's interesting to hear you guys discuss who is buying this car, and why one might do so. I'm 32 years old and, while I admit this is quasi-old man spec, my wife and I bought (leased) this car because it really does feel special to us. Having owned a number of 3 series and C class variations, this was such a massive step forward that it absolutely felt worth the extra cash. As someone who grew up with nothing but a used car in the drive way, the chance to jump into this car every day is an absolute dream. It's fast, it's comfy, and it has a presence to it. It's big. It's heavy. It feels that way under hard braking. But man....classy as fuck, quick in a straight line and full of tech. Good stuff.
Great comment, I pinned it so people know the owners truth!
You can get the center console in all sorts of materials (glossy or matte, open-pore wood, metal, carbon fiber), and all of them look and feel better than the piano black. Feels like an oversight that this wasn't mentioned.
@Mike Gurr please tell me you leased this car! And if you bought this car I hope you have a great warranty. This car us going to spend a lot of time in the shop after a few years
@@marcoulibarri5744 oh dude, 100% leased.
Mike Gurr You forgot to mention, this car can easily be mistaken for an S-coupe. I personally like the E-450 coupe, but great choice nonetheless!! Enjoy 👍🏻
Wow, genuinely refreshing to see someone discuss the mechanicals in-depth!
I feel like the manufacturers barely speak about these things anymore...
Subscribed!
Where's the captions
Because their target audience really doesn't care (or could even be a deterrent for many buyers), and the few enthusiast who are truly into them figure this stuff out on their own anyways. Its the sad state of cars, and BMW's "the ultimate driving machine" motto is enough for the bulk of buyers thinking "oh, I want the best driving car so clearly its a BMW" and thats what they buy.
Gureno19, If you like this then watch the Savagegeese Dodge Demon video. It's a work of art.
savagegeese is the best reviewer on youtube because he actually discusses the mechanicals and the reliablility history of the brand
bro, at least with the next gen of mercs, I've seen quite a bit of marketing for the fancy mild-hybrid twin-charged system. Or maybe that's me being hit by targeted ads.
I admire your ability to do an objective evaluation of this vehicle believing that you are a Miata person at heart
16:55 dodge uses 25 y/o E class platform for new challengers, new E class platform gets compared to challenger lol, pure irony
It's almost as if all that aluminium makes no difference.
JAnx01 all that money for R&D earned from daddys leasing their little girls CLAs, all for nothing
To be fair to the old E-class I have a 2000 E55 and it's platform is pretty good, it can still surprise many modern cars round the twisty bits despite it's lardy proportions.
@oahgfojsdljknsdlfw I get through tyres really fast at both ends. lol
@Tim Winchester Yeah, let's be fair here
It's 15 years old
7:46 Jacks delivery of this information is perfect. He’s succinct and understandable while delivering enough technicality to make me feel like I learned something. Seriously, you guys are the best.
Except for the continuous stream of condescending head nods.
HOLY SHIT! I'm at 15 minutes into this video and the "no one else ever talks about this and how the hell did you guys get this engineering info" level of appreciation just keeps exploding in my head. There is NO ONE who has a review like this, no one! And it's amazing. Thank you!
Mo tech Mo problem
-notorious mechanic
Agreed! th-cam.com/video/cmGHmKohMvU/w-d-xo.html
@@mrubuntuking5257 yee boris
Not true
21:59 dont forget that the < > keys move one frame at a time
22:00 LMAO you though nobody would see that 😂
Don't Jews hate German cars because of holocaust or something?
For anyone who wants to know, it's a picture of an old white guy with, "Rich Old White Men" written underneath 😂
@@jaydenjohner6901 It's David Rockefeller.
Why care about the context when the real info is so easy to get. Mark did this justice, one of very, very few great reviews.
"So when the snooty cat and the courageous dog with celebrity voices meet for the first time in reel three, that's when you'll see Mr. Goose's contribution to the film...Even a hummingbird couldn't catch Mark at work."
I'd take the LC500 over this crazy complicated 'mild' hybrid nightmare mish-mash of parts. You can count on the Lexus to make glorious V8 noises and deliver smooth effortless acceleration on just oil changes and basic maintenance, while the E53 will literally fall apart after the lease is over.
LC500 and this car isnt in the same segment. The S class coupe is and the S Coupe is leagues ahead of the LC500
why does anyone have respect for german cars anymore. they used to make cars that lasted forever now theyre putting plastic cam shafts...
That's like comparing Cheetos to foie gras.
Macht Schnell equally bad for you
Would take the e53 over the lc500 for the infotainment alone...
Mercedes knows how to make beautiful cars, you know how to make beautiful introductions.
Aww
53orion Good looking cars but awful looking interiors(The glossy plastic and too much silver)
*Creeeeeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaak!*
@@sneff1052 at least it's usually optional. Gotta pay more to lose it however :/ I really like Audi but they ONLY do glossy black interiors..
You should see the new upcoming s class interior that’s not good looking
Volvo: Engine with a Turbocharger and a Supercharger
Mercedes: Hold my beer
We also would have accepted, "Am I a joke to you?"
Mike Harris What’s up with the “hold my beer” crap? I mean that was funny in 2009.
@@speakingtruths4215 Being trolled by an anonymous, faceless bot is now the highlight of my Monday.
The T8 is a super/turbo/hybrid - seems comparable
More like hold my service and maintenance schedule.
I love the E53 because of the feeling that it gives you. It is pure luxury and I don't care if it doesn't accelerate as quickly as other cars in it's class.
The most detailed reviewer in TH-cam... from under chassis, to speakers to plactic material to engine mechanism involved everything is well covered and explained.... Good job and keep going @savagegeese
Mercedes: "We heard you like turbocharging, so we turbo'd your turbo so you can turbo while turbo-ing"
Now that’s a meme I haven’t heard in a long time
Your point about the difference of how car audio measures versus how it actually sounds is illuminating. Mercedes and Burmester market these systems as very high end, but the reality is that they're just very good. In our GLC, the Burmester stereo sounds on par with how our old xc90 sounded. That's high praise because both stereos sound good, but the Volvo's system was the base stereo and the Burmester in the GLC was an upgrade. It seems people are getting taken for what amounts to fancy speaker grills and a whole lot of marketing. Acura does this right with ELS and their Krell stereo option. The Krell option in the RLX sounds better than the Mark Levinson stereo in Lexus cars.
I feel sorry for mechanics.
lol...no kidding
This is why you only take a Merc to the dealership. Their techs are extremely competent and have access to the engineers who designed the vehicle.
@@tylerbetthauser7647 No, you take it to an Independent specialist.
@@tylerbetthauser7647 "Have access to the engineers who designed the vehicle." Uhh, no. But they do occasionally fly master technicians over to educate them.
I feel sorry for owners after warranty runs out. Just lease and enjoy
That audio package costs more than my entire car.
My 2001 Chevy prizm costed me just over 1k, runs like a dream at 210k Miles.
mercedes is really just milking the hell out of the AMG brand
like every Audi is "s type" and Lexus is "f type"
@@thomasnew8606 *s line and f sport
Yup. Now 45 models also get the panamericana grill lol. This does two things; both of them bad. 1. The 63 owners will feel their grills are less exclusive. 2. People who dislike the panamericana grill now can't purchase the 45 model for the double bladed grill.
I want an AMG branded FWD 2 liter diesel
@@ervin7178 you can get that in Europe lmfao
Loved that close up of the tail light. Reminds me of the surface of the sun.
It's literally called stardust lights 😂
I️ can’t WAIT to buy this car for four grand in ten years!!
More like 15-20 years lol, but yeah must be fun driving this baby
And then you can look forward to spending 4 grand a month to keep it on the road
It's barely worth that now
@Jack njones there's a reason you don't really see Mercedes that are 10-15 years old on the road. The electronics is not that reason. If someone can't afford the car after 4 years depreciation they don't have the money for it
@@akshaykumar241 at the rate mercedes is going I'd rather buy these models in the future assuming I could afford it was new
Depreciation on these going to be epic !
It ALWAYS is with the big MB!
*And by 'epic', you mean 'the worst'.*
2 years a fully optioned one will be under 50k .
@@THATNI99AJOHNI wish
God, the production on this channel is breathtaking. That intro montage is amazing.
This is why I’ve been spreading the word. Patreon is next.
This E class is so beautifully proportioned and one of the nicest Current Benz cars available. Love it.
I really like your matter of fact and down to earth type car reviews. I also really enjoy it when you demonstrate with the car what you are talking about. The musical lead-in was very nice and pleasant to listen to, and the cinematography is all spot on. Good job guys!
*Shown below is a 'quick data table' that predicts the depreciation (yearly depreciation values are depicted, with the exception of entry #2's one-month depreciation, as is further explained below) of this brand new, $97k MB car, 8 years from now, May 2020:*
NOTE: the data/values shown below is/are entirely speculative, however this data IS loosely based off of historical/factual data of other similarly specced vehicles.
*SALE PRICE or*
*BOOK VALUE Date Description*
$97,000 - May, 2020 (Bought new from Dealer)
$85,000 - June, 2020 (Sold used to a private/individual buyer.) Notice the 'almost immediate' $12,000 'discount' the buyer enjoys because the car now has been driven about 1000 miles since the day its original owner purchased it from the dealer.
$62,000 - May, 2021 (Stated book value)
$44,000 - May, 2022 (Stated book value)
$29,000 - May, 2023 (Stated book value)
$21,000 - May, 2024 (Stated book value)
$17,000 - May, 2025 (Stated book value)
$13,000 - May, 2026 (Stated book value)
$10,000 - May, 2027 (Stated book value)
$2,500 - May, 2028 (Sold used to a private/individual buyer).
*Please note: the sharp decline in the 2028 depreciation is due to the fact that the car's computer (main cpu) is malfunctioning & according to Mercedes-Benz, must be replaced. Of course, this repair can ONLY be performed by a certified MB mechanic AND additionally this repair can ONLY occur at an authorized MB service center or MB Dealership that also services MB.*
May 2028 Tyler Hoover enters the conversation! Lol
That $97,000 is if you have every option going, which very few people are ever going to do. If you start at $75K to $80K for new, then the book values look more realistic.
Well yea, that’s why these are just luxury purchases and best done on lease. You’re going to spend $ to drive this car, and you’re only going to spend this kind of $ if a) you have enough you don’t care and b) you’re not interested in using that $ to make more $ so you’re okay with the lost opportunity cost. Might as well minimize how much $ you burn while taking enjoying your luxury item and just lease it. If you want affordable or “smart” you probably aren’t the market for a near 6 figure luxury coupe.
@@joeracer302 The way I see using a car. Lease it and enjoy your dollars for the lease period. Pretty much like renting a very nice apartment in New York or a hilltop house in Malibu.
If you can show me a 2017 AMG product for 15 % of it`s MSRP, you`re my hero. And I`m not talking about some beat up, flooded and non-maintained one. With less than 250,000 miles on it.
When I drove the C63 four-door, I fell in love with that car. Tremendous driving car. Does everything well. Only reason I didn't buy it? The C8 Corvette.
Imagine your local mechanic trying to fix this thing LOL.
If they specialize in imports it’s not that crazy. There is no reason to go to a local mechanic because you’ll be getting it services at the dealer. Unless you’re just a professional at making bad decisions.
@@chocolatewheelchair and a professional at wasting your own money on unnecessary "repairs" from the dealer
AchillesPhazd my brother, when you get this car it’s all free for the lease. Except tires, wiper blades and oil changes.
Imagine being rich.
Augusto O.R if you can buy this then you’re going to Mercedes dealer😀
Would love to see you review the c43 and compare it to the engineering of the E53. Very curious to see what elements of the suspension change when you move up one class.
All I could think of during this whole review - Just get an E43!
@@Oversight85 there is no e43 coupé. The 53 drivetrain is better, but not faster.
Best channel on TH-cam for cars.
Mercedes has mastered the art of overcharging for their vehicles, and this particular example is no exception. So has Porsche, but at least Porsche makes better cars than Mercedes does.
It's the Stuttgart Tax
Except porsche is way more expensive to maintain and less reliable
Rabid Sparky Porsche ties Toyota for initial and long-term quality and reliability and value retention is comparable to Jeeps for 911s and best in class for Cayennes. Mercedes and AMG in particular loses value like a Dodge Caravan with mismatched wheels.
@@Ficon Tell that to a Porsche owner that has to replace an IMS bearing...i mean motor.
@@conradhenninger2209 Is that still a problem on the newer boxer engines?
16:18 SAVED!
I totally agree about the interior, it looks 90% the same as my wife's 2019 C Class but for double the money!
All Mercedes have very similar interiors. Has been like that for 6-7 years. When introduced, people liked them very much and saw this as a plus.
It's like 20 grand more, not double the money.
you can get that interior in an a class these days. like with about 90% of german cars going up in the model range feels more like getting a different trim for the interior rather than going up a whole segment.
But C class interior is not same design
Your paying the premium for the engine like in the c class the c63 will cost way more than a base c300
This is an amazing review, you went in-depth of everything without bias. All the positives and negatives of the interior, the mechanicals are explained well, and the driving feel is put into words that any driving enthusiast would understand. The only thing left I'd like to see is Turbowski.
Turbowski is gone man, and he added nothing to the conversation other than being a grumpy nancy.
@@animalmother4 Glad someone else feels the same way.
Without bias? Excusesgeese doesn't tell like it is.
He always says "This is a car for some people ..." Nonsense
21:30 everyone knows you hit 80.
Yeah, speed is easily calculated from RPM in gear.
but he is in Mexico
@@tallll70 Yeah sure he is
@@tallll70 north / northwest Chicagoland.
Guys you do one of the best reviews out there! Tried E53 sedan the other day, felt synthetic but also a bit special due to enormous torque but ultimately too soft and bland. My conclusion? Got a used E63 and put away a chunk of funds for potential repairs, the thrill is there believe me!
This episode legitimizes Jack as if he wasn't already, the master tech and the ultimate researcher.. this merc is absolutely out control in complexity, but I love it..., but I'm also terrified of it. I love the honesty of the future maintenance of the vehicle.. good luck 2nd/3rd owners Jack clearly shows that he does the research on the vehicle and remains bias free, giving an honest review of the vehicle as you both do... by far the best auto channel out there..
One of the last and one of the most complex internal combustion Mercedes ever made.
The engine is turning out to be very reliable. Nothing really good wrong with them.
Never mention lack of B pillar?
I like this E Class,but for me C43 amg coupe, looks much more special.
I think the lack of B pillar makes it look better and more exotic
The benefit is in the improved visibility when looking over your shoulder. If it’s a quick check in traffic or a more thorough survey before/while you back up, it makes coupes feel much more nimble or manoeuvrable than their sedan counterparts as they either have the B-Pillar set farther back in relation to the front seats or none at all.
they made alot of model so they are start new waiting list and get people in the door...
lol. Whut? That's some crazy talk there dude. The C43 is a C class, bad enough, and it's almost worse than that simply because it's evident if you own that car you couldn't afford a real AMG so you got the sexed up C class. Truly, I would take a Honda civic over that because it is honest about what it is and people wouldn't secretly think you're a wanabe baller.
Love the Rich Old White Men subliminal message at 22:01
You managed to pause too? :) :) :)
Savagegeese always with the trolling.
@@mikealanzo alternatively you can pause and scroll frame-by-frame by using the < or > keyboard buttons.
It was hard to pause even playing at 0.25 speed!
Wait , I'm old but BLACK!!! getting one CPO really soon 😅
Wow, you just elevated the art of auto review. This is nothing short of outstanding!!
What happened to Tech Wednesday? Give it time and it will get an audience. Remember. It's not for the car enthusiast. It's for the tech people who may not know your channel but may stumble across your Tech Wednesday video.
P.s. Glad you did an E-Class coupe video. Overlooked car considering there is a more 'modern' C-Lass coupe with similar looks but cheaper price.
Isn't that April fool?
How can you always do such a good job in every single video? The quality level is incomparable, and so it is always a joy to watch.
Nice whip bro. LC 500 is better tho ;)
I think not better than the 8-series though.
Excellent honest reviews; I like the fact that you are very driver oriented and say what you think; unlike many other reviewers who are out there to praise every car! I became a follower.
@savagegeese @ 9:20 You mention 'When you have an Aluminum piece, it saves weight, it's more rigid' which is not totally right. Although Al-alloys are lighter than materials such as cast Iron, or steel, its rigidity is far less than any of those. Typical Al-alloy used by German manufacturers is AW- 5754 with a Young Modulus in 69 GPa order, and UTS of 220 to 350 Mpa. While a typical cast iron used by the same manufacturers is GGG40, which displays a Young Modulus of 160 GPa and UTS in order of +400Mpa. Even aviation Al-alloys, regardless of heat treatment, cannot be compared to Ferrit alloys in terms of rigidity. Choosing aluminum in such applications is based upon ductility of the Al- thus ease of production, and lowered unsprung mass.
You can actually get some combined values which help you choose a material:
- material density and Young's Modulus (required mass for desired stiffness)
- material density and tensile strength (required mass for strength)
If your refine that quotient depending on the load condition, you get specific values for that particular condition
(e.g. required mass for stiffness in bending is material density divided by cube root of Young's Modulus).
For your given example (less is better, units are weird so they can be normalized):
- required mass for stiffness in bending would be about 0.66 for "Al" and 1.45 for "GG"
- required mass for stiffness in compression/extension would be about 0.39 for "AW" and 0.49 for "GG"
So in this case, the "AW" part could be made lighter at the same stiffness for those two load conditions.
@@Remenschneider Thank you for explanation. While what you said is true, the cross section - or geometry - must be specified for this in order to determine the tension in the part. If we negate that element- basically just boil down our argument to material selection for 'one specified' geometry- the only benefit we receive is the weight reduction but rigidity does not increase (( and as u mentioned, with a little adjustment it can be designed to be more rigid with less weight)). As such, the phrase used in the video, ' *Aluminum saves weight and is more rigid* ' could be laid out as ' Aluminum saves weight and allows for optimal design for higher rigidity to weight ratio' in my opinion.
Living in Québec, where temperatures can drop to -20°C, I experienced numerous issues with my E53 AMG. Most of the electronic components had to be replaced due to their unreliability, including the rear camera, heated seats, instrument cluster, headlamps, and rear window motors. Not to mention, the car is made of cheap plastic, and the outdated software was never updated. You have to pay extra for every single feature, like remote start, for example. The leather seats wore out so badly after just 40,000 kilometers that they looked like they belonged to a 20-year-old car. I had to replace them entirely. In short, I sold the car and I’m happy to say I will never buy from MB again.
22:01 Rockefeller gives me the creeps man, next time use a rich old white dude who looks less like the devil incarnate for the picture.
Love how honest and straight forward this review was, thank you! Every other video or review about this car is just saying how great it is, or if its a real AMG.
A perfect intro for the car.
Still the best (and most fun) auto review on TH-cam. AoA is a close second, but a totally different animal.
No B Pillars 😍
Reminds me of the old days. 55 chevy.
My Chevy Cavalier Convetable doesnt have them either
No B pillars definitely translates into more weight if they want to achieve the same structural rigidity as the door though.
The whole idea of the hardtop coupe is style. Outside of a convertible, it is the best cruiser with the windows down.
I SWEAR - THE MODERN MERCEDES-BENZ IS THE NEW 'BOAT'. YOU GUYS REMEMBER THAT OLD BOAT COMMENT? It goes something like this:
*_"What are the two greatest moments in a boater's life? The first is when he buys his first boat. The second? The day he sells it"._*
"It reeeeeks!" Had me LOL!
sooperman12 That face he makes when the accompanying tune plays had me 💀
I HATE synthetic smells
Another great review. I always appreciate your work 🙏🏾🙏🏾 Definitely the best car reviews on TH-cam.
SG- Thanks for the honest, thorough, and quality review.
I honestly feel the need to apologize for not finding this channel sooner. This shit is amazing
Awesome review.
I test drove this - thinking it will be AMG - it is NOT. You don't get the BEST of the AMG that something like C63 would provide and then it also sacrifices comfort and luxury aspect of E Class.
Ended up getting E450 Coupe for 70K almost fully loaded. Enough power and tons of luxury.
I think this car is misunderstood here. Its just a sporty perfect daily. I was lucky enough to own an e class coupe of this generation (but with a smaller engine) and to me its the perfect daily, but that really shows over time and not in a short time review.
The interior spec on that test car is horrible. The car feels 10 times more premium and comfy if it had the black open pore wood instead of piano black plastic and aluminum.
The infotainment controls are perfect and you quickly get used to them. I understand how its confusing in the beginning, but i love that you can choose how you want to control it. It also makes perfect sense if you know older mercedes controls. They kept that and added new controls to it to give old and young customers all what they want. I heavily prefer that over having just one option like in new audis.
Its always just effortless and comfy. The selfdriving assistants are also such a pleasure in traffic jams. I love the dumb massage seats, multibeam light, the burmeister (which sounded perfect to me). It just feels super composed.
And I think its freaking beautiful. Sporty but elegant.
But just don’t own it out of warranty. Too much tech to fail. And dont let them fool you into thinking its an amg.
I personally cant think of a better daily driver.
For pete´s sake, it´s not "burmeister", it´s Bur-MESTER!
Uhhh that's what I heard him say at 1:32
MetalMan73100 triggered.
Using this video to train my staff to understand the 53 engine more now that we won't have the V8's to sell for a bit, thanks guys..big loyal watcher/ fan..subscribed here and on my personal :)
These superb reviews are such a godsend in the whole coronavirus mess!
I feel a ton smarter now! This is the best video yet!!
Primarily, I like this car cuz it's the last vehicle Mercedes makes that hasn't had its styling ruined in what looks like a play at Asian markets
As an owner of this vehicle (EU spec, i.e. no perfume difuser and no sport exaust system), your review is PERFECT! (b.t.w, I got the carbon interior: much nicer)
If it’s not “one man, one engine”, it’s not an AMG
Tell it to AMG.
@@wiljohn2011 Right and unfortunately all companies have to cut costs to stay afloat now a days. Bummer to read something like this about AMG changing how they go about doing their business now.
ricky v damn right... with this pandemic global car sales drop 90% ... duh...
Harry Clausius 90%??? Seriously 😳 wow 🤩.
Cry me a river
one of the best reviews I have ever seen...this is quality work guys...Thank you!
Also 100k today
10k day after warranty ends
I've got a regular e220d coupe and it's absolutely wonderful.....rides beautifully great on fuel, quicker than youd think and looks far more expensive than it is. The E Class is the sweet spot of the range. I think an E400d suits the character of the vehiclr better than the E53 but so long as you avoid the E300 you're on to a winner
everyone thinks mercedes are so exotic but after working at the dealer they are just mainstream cars that are 10x more expensive to maintain for a not that great driving experience unless u get the 63 AMG
Most stuff designed before about 1990 is pretty well engineered in my experience, quality went down in favour of gadgets and sales appeal after that.
Excellent review, thorough and educational! Most of the gimmicks are optional and I'd probably stick with the base audio and avoid the audio navigation pain cause even the higher end Burmester in my AMG sucks compared to the Bowers and Wilkins in my other car. Now I know why it seems to noise cancel at times, thanks for that tid-bit. The performance exhaust on my AMG doesn't pop and burble all the time on queue, so not all the AMG's behave the same. Overall great review, thanks dude.
“Because it is not a real amg”
it’s not, the exact same engine with the same power is in the S500 and with less power in the S450
@@dr-ok3sn It is quote for the straight pipes fans
I've been a few 43's, 53's, and 63's. The "fake AMG's" are fun and entertaining cars, but once you get into an E63S... Theres absolutely no going back. There is SUCH a huge difference in the overall experience, you can't explain it
Well, it is what German manufacturer are going. They go with mild hybrid to follow German government policy to reduce emission but keep the driving experience of classic Daimler, VW or BMW. BMW worked with Toyota since late 2006 as Diesel supplier forToyota cars in Europe. In exchange, BMW got hybrid tech form Toyota
Honza Štěpán guess you didn’t get that I basically confirmed that the 53 actually isn’t a „real amg“🤦🏼♂️
That engine set up is soo cool. Remarkable engineering
10 years from now on TH-cam......
*Scotty Kilmer:* “Here’s why I’m not fixing this Mercedes”
This Review is Incredible. The Frequency response graphs are just incredible attention to detail. Thank you for this! For someone who is an audiophile and a car enthusiast I really appreciate the mechanical detail that went into this review, Please keep it up! I actually own a C43 AMG and I hate it. Steering is numb, ride is horrible, road noise is pathetic and the sound quality is garbage (same speakers as the E53). The Engine is alright but mines a 2016 so no pops or bangs. Overall just a very average car with a bad ride. I wish i bought the Jaguar XE S. You should defo consider reviewing it!
Hello Savage, have you ever sat in or reviewed a car with perfect interior?
perfect does not exist
There have been many interiors that he's praised, but he still addresses flaws. I find it refreshing that he's not like every other automotive reviewer. He doesn't just state facts and move on, he actually addresses the things car buyers actually want to know, it's his job to point out the flaws.
Longtime fan of your videos. I've noticed that you don't have reviews of some of the baseline MB sedans (non-AMG). I've liked the fact that you've focused on reliability and repairability while reviewing cars. Am wondering if some of these non-performance MB sedans are any good and worth the money; are they as bulletproof as Lexus? Any reviews in the works?
Mercedes... the one car company that would change the wheel to another shape. (If they could). Needlessly complicated. But hey, some people equate a large user manual, abysmal interfaces, and high repair costs with a quality experience. A Mercedes engineer once said to me years ago... "I just don't get you American people.... Here (Germany)... these are Taxi cabs."
I’d love to get an E or S class as a taxi
The reason they choose a Merc as a cab is just because they are reliable and comfortable. Everthing ends there. Most are classic with a small 200/220 cdi engines. The differences between a basic taxi and a nice equipped avantgarde V6 for example is huge.
r/thathappened
A 4400# solution to a problem that doesn't exist...
Well done, Dr. Goose & Co.
WHYYYYYYY THAT DUMB PIANO BLACK PLASTIC IN THE DASH, wood is a zero cost option🤦🏼♂️🙄
Except you have to buy the wood. Cut it, sand it, stain it, and then form fit it to the car without cracking but yes it is zero cost.
FXIIBeaver okay uhm and what has this to do with the fact that you get wood in some mercedes models for free instead of the piano plastic?🤔
It’s a “zero cost option” meaning you can select black piano plastic, or pick the option of wood for $0. Yea, it does cost something overall, you’re spending 75k+ on a car, but the option of swapping to wood is a “zero cost option.”
I'm a product specialist at a Mercedes dealership in NJ. A lot of the people buying these cars are on the older side, and going over one of these cars with all the technology is pretty difficult. Most of the time I tell them to just connect their phone, and use CarPlay because the user interface of these are not intuitive whatsoever.
6:30 i couldn't help burst out laughing
I was watching your subaru wrx video and suddently this popped up in my recommendations .
So excited for this video. This used to be my dream car until I saw the 2021 G80.
8:00 "when they went to the new w123 body style, which this is..." God, I wish.
We know what you meant Jack. But a Freudian slip nevertheless.
This car is perfect for the target demographic (though they might struggle with the tech). It's a nice GT touring car.
The LC500 is a better car for this GT class and for me.
Aaand for long-term financial sustainability.
21:08 Wow the way it goes through the gears is impressive!
cheap gimmicky interiors are my biggest complaint on new Mercedes vehicles, I dont know what the hell they were thinking.
I would love for you guys to get your hands on a M240i to see how you think it stacks up to the M2. 2017s can be had for around 30k now.
I can think of numerous vehicles that I would rather own for less money, especially after the factory warranty expires.
its nice to see that this car has a reason for being so expensive. i'm tired of so many manufacturers jacking up the price with higher trim levels that are virtually the same vehicle, but more expensive due to unreliable creature comforts
Nosediving resale value included as standard equipment. Thank you scottykilmer for teaching us.
If someone is really worried about resale value, they are not spending close to $100k on any luxury sedan unless it is somehow a collectible item. They will all be "old" in a few years at which point they no longer appeal to most premium luxury buyers.
I like the no-banter intro for the engineer once you get under the car.
That's the sleekest W123 I ever saw. I think Jack meant W213 but I still had to laugh.
I had a stroke lol
What to choose Rav 4 or Highlander Some streets are bad And on the weekend, a trip out in the desert? What are you thinking

Amazing review, great job. love the explanation of the complex Mercedes powertrain
I feel like you guys are just hating on this car for no real reason. While it wouldn’t be my first pick for $80000, its a good car to lease for 3 years and enjoy your daily commute in luxury, style, power and driving enjoyment.
Hey Geese, any chance you could review a Lincoln Continental? It seems like the last traditional US luxury sedan, and I want to see how you view it.
This is a Mercedes and this is state of the art. The car was designed for the thinking man who appreciates technology for technologies sake. Is this car for the ordinary person? No way. Most people won't understand the complexity and certainly won't budget for the upkeep of such a sophisticated automobile. I know what's going to happen to some of these. In 7 years, after passing through 3 owners, it will sit on Mel's used car lot and need a ton of maintenance. It's a sad way to end up but there you go.
*_Less is more._*
Now that is a short, but sweet, 'saying' that would NEVER, EVER be spoken in or around a Mercedes-Benz factory, a Mercedes-Benz dealership, or a Mercedes-Benz service center.
Complexity (especially in re: to a passenger car) just for the sake of being complex is... well, it's basically just the engineer's narcissism being showcased to (& eventually burdening) the targeted consumer.
And I see that MB still has (and perhaps always will have) plenty of willing customers that love to be 'punished' financially, as well as to be punished later, via immense inconvenience/wasted time servicing/repairing these 'works of art & design'. Oh and yes, they'll want even MORE money.
Great content. Honestly most motoring "journalist" just seem like fanboys of every high end car they review. More like sales people than journalists and that's because of the shady relationship between car manufacturers and the motoring media. I like the fact that this channel points out the shit of these high-end cars in a way that actually matters to real buyers looking at these things and not just fan buying over how fast and good they feel to drive.
Could you please review a Tesla?
I'd be pretty interested to see it being judged by you with the quality, attention to detail and investigation into information that make out your videos...
Mark said in one of his previous videos or Q&As that a Tesla review is something he will be working on in the future.