King of the S-Class - Mercedes-Benz W140
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- Опубликовано: 31 авг 2016
- On this episode of Star People Series, we explore the history of the W140 S-Class Mercedes-Benz. Designed by the legendary Bruno Sacco, the W140 is a modern classic that gets better with age since it's debut in 1991.
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My dad had an s600 v12 in the late 90’s up until 2005 and it was my absolute favourite car as a child. Those long journeys is the back seat were the smoothest ever
W140 is and will always be the best s-class ever made.
Because it has plastic headlamps (massive clue there) and is designed to be thrown away?
Or did you mean "W126 is and will always be the best s-class ever made."?
Doc in some ways yes. Its got more cool stuff than the 126 and having had both, build quality is on par, yet the 126 is the one that will be running for longer, its more reliable due it being not as complicated. 124 126 140 129, favourites i wish id bought and put in a cocoon to relish now!
w116 all the way
W140 in my opinion is the best "looking" s-class ever, but only the second best overall to the W126.
Man ur full of shit u know that w140 is the greatest bt ur to jealous n sry ass bitch cuz u cant afford it so u go with the trashy w126 hhhh clown
Back in 1997, if you owned a S500, you were on top of the game. S500's were respected back in the day, like Rolls Royce's are today. A great analogy is this: In 1996, if you drove an S500, it's like driving a Rolls Royce Ghost today. The S600 was like driving a Phantom today. No one had it other than corrupt stock brokers, credit card scammers, high class residents, and the wealthy 1%ers. Nowadays, I see a brand new W222 S550 virtually every street in Los Angeles. 2k down, 1,200$ a month lease... you couldn't lease W140's, it'd cost you an arm and a leg to finance it. I'd prefer a very well maintained, low mile W140 S500 or S600 rather than a new S550.
The guy didn't say all old cars car good, clearly, he Specifically said W140 from all the s class's
You're right!
+malone divine-Judging by your superb intellect you probably can't afford any S Class, new or old.
JungleListSoldier
Now thats a BMW thing to say My Friend Don't Be like them Be Mercedes Benz Guy
Not D.BAG BMW
arafathcoolguy
I'm actually a Jaguar guy. But Mercedes is my second favorite marque.
Great video production and quality. I am almost 50 and have had three S-Slass W-140 sedans. They are the finest automobiles ever made. You are "overwhelmed with a sense of quality, comfort and safety"...
The W140 is a timeless classic, seriously, it's the sexiest Mercedes-Benz I've ever seen.
All mercedes are beautiful but W140 is timeless like you said... 😊
Sorry but it isnt timeless its 90 design
@@hansmueller5029 It still doesn't look like "too old" car. Might pass as 2000s car.
sorry w203 is the ugliest.
@@B501R w210
@@B501R w203 is the most ugly C class I own a facelift w202 and parked next to a pre facelift w20 mine looks way more sexy
The W140 is still a handsome brute even now.
Its handsome in 2019 it only needs led lights and oooo man that will look good
w140 has a mafia/yakuza feel to it
kb818 Russian mafia in the 90's
Just as an S-class should
I could also see Saddam and his homies rollin in this car
Brent W no Saddam rolled in the 126
The Peace maker movie ... Enemy of the State Kill Bill Rush Hour.... Hehe
Proud to be w140 owner. I own a 96 s600 with 38k miles in it and still runs very smooth remembering the car already 20 years old. W140 is the true mercedes
The 1st S-Class I ever had...changed my life!!!
W22 S-Class = Rich and successful plastic surgeon.
W140 S-Class = Mob boss
No need to ask which one I'd rather have.
krocialblack w140
krocialblack or why not both
Which one?
krocialblack lol
You forgot
W126 S-Class = Dictator
W140 = The REAL BAD ASS MERCEDES BENZ OF ALL TIME... No other Mercedes Benz can ever replace it... The W140 is truly a Legendary car...an ICON for its time..the next generation up to the future.... Press Like of you agree
people who didn't drive a Mercedes don't know what the REAL car is and people who didn't drive an S class W140 don't know what the best car is .PERIOD .
Burned Sounds like you may be on your period. EXCLAMATION POINT.
You’re absolutely right
i want my w123 300d back......
Burned my abused mercedes started after a year of sitting, not the abuser
I still own a 1998 C140 CL600, fully loaded and still an amazing drive today.
w140 is a real gangster car
The best! Still looks good.
Just look at Johnny B from Gone in 60 seconds
YUP
The W140 is the peak of sedan.
The W126 was the last real gangster car...
My favorit Mercedes. I love the way it says ''I'm boss, you not.'''
So happy I have one in my driveway. The best car ever made! I'm actively looking for 92/93 600sel.
I still use my W140 S600 AMG. Thank so much for wonderful video.
I am a BMW guy and I love the 140. one of the best cars ever built. it may outlast the pyramids
imho the 90's is the golden era of mercedes and bmw. W140, W124, W202, E38, E39, E36, all of them are so awesome
madmango
I do agree .. the e39 is the last true BMW if the owner take care well on it. W140 it will change everything in a man. I am 300se owner and the 500sel is on the way. 600SEL I wish to get someday
madmango Е34 :)
Don't forget the E31
W202 owner here and I 100% agree I can afford a 2000s Merc but would never buy them ugly things
W140 Timeless beauty..... King of S class
I have a 97 s320 w140 chassis and I love it. It's my first mercedes and I don't think I could have picked a better model. the car currently has 275k miles and no major mechanical issues to speak of, it runs strong and smooth.
Do you know if your engine or transmission has been rebuilt or replaced?
I found a video online that featured a S320 with 600k that has been dealer maintained. Just regular maintenance, no major engine or transmission work. I have the same M104 engine in my '97 W210 with 225k and still going strong.
I love how the passenger can watch a movie when the car is in motion but the driver can only see the typical infotainment its like a one way mirror AWESOME
W126 and W140 are my all time favorite!!!!
5 years from now, the current generation of S-class will be forgotten, but W140 not only will remain, but it still will be on the road.
Thie W140 was the embodiement of seriousness, you can tell it was designed for high ranking corporate executives and diplomats, it's not a car designed "for pleasure". It has a cold, brutal, emotionless charm.
Both W140 and W126 have a strong vibe about them. The huge lights and the grill dont look agressive but they have such a huge presence.
When I drove through the Transkei (in South Africa) with my '83 500 SEC the locals always shoutëd: "King of the Road.
Thank you awesome program.
I love how you've combined all the scenes with S classes from the movies , i can't stop watching that part of the video.
You may not love Mercedes - Benz, but you will definately love the W140.
What a great video, just subscribed!!
Great to see you here!
My first nice car was a 140 coupe black...man that was a sexy car
Stephan Stephanoff my a e190
My dad’s eldest brother still has a S600 still parked in the garage in London. The first person in our family to own a Mercedes Benz. The second is my dad who owns a ‘07 C 180 kompressor sports edition.
Mercedes Family..
Currently driving an 1988 w124, drives realy well, but when its time to change, I'm probably getting one of these as a daily. Always loved the w140
I love mercedes benz cars before year 1996. Well built, strong n reliable. Not much electronic problems. I have a 1995 w124 e200. Tq for this video.
well done!!!!
ABOUT TIME FOR THIS VID
Thank you!
Outmane Yanouri
it's hard to argue with the w140, but the w126 is a very close second in my opinion.
lewis key I would put the 126 first. Easier to maintain, more longevity, fewer computer components. It's just a better design. The 140's can be a nightmare to maintain.
Lewis no pre-'95 car can ever be "second" to a post-'95 one. Post -'95 cars are designed to be unsevicable after a decade at the most, they are like expensive disposable razors.
Look at how most people swallowed the bullshit; they gave you plastic headlamps and how many of you reckon you like them? Plastic headlamps are crap, get real about it.
Or when you were a kid, and all headlamps were glass, did you dream of the day when you would be able to buy a car with plastic headlamps? A car that looked pretty much like any other car? A car that would force you to pay for expensive repairs to systems you would be better off without?
W126 pisses all over this one in any area that actually matters.
Butthole butthole butthole
126 is better than 140, the uploader probably didn't know 126 exists
W 126 is better
I must let go my W140, it was the most hard decision to take...I really want to keep that car, but it's always keep broken every time I use it. I hope later when my economy gets better I going to take that car again. After driving W140 for a couple of months and now I'm driving a nissan terrano, I telling you that is the most unpleasant experience I ever had, I mean that difference of the interior, comfortable, fun to drive, etc...may God restore my economy so I can get W140 as soon as possible:))
I feel you bro, I'm about to make the same decision.....
LNP
All Mercedes look the exact same now. And they threw the amg badge on damn near every model. It's like it's not even special anymore.
They look like every Kia, Honda, Toyota, Ford, etc too....
David C sad but true
It’s sad. Most of them except the S class doesn’t even have a signature hood ornament anymore! It’s like if BMW got rid of kidney grilled. Why mess with a good thing? My W203 has the Hood ornament and I wouldn’t have it any other way.
The S CLASS will ALWAYS be SPECIAL...
These times AMG stands for I am Gay
I'm so fortunate to have found a well-maintained 1999 S500 W140 in brilliant silver metallic with black interior. All it's missing is the rear power sunshade and I'd love to fine genuine Mercedes side retractable shades but that's virtually impossible. To complete the look I'd wanna put the 18" AMG monoblock wheels from the grand edition. Next on my list if I can ever get my hands on one is a black on black 1997-1999 CL600.
Very Nice combination Good Luck.. True modern classics.
KlCKiTuPaNOTCH Good luck man, sounds like an amazing car
KlCKiTuPaNOTCH You're a lucky guy! 👍
Hope you found a beautiful C140!
I love the Coupe version! Looks so good! 👌
There is an S600 black on black posted on Kijiji Toronto area, going for $CAD 1200. I had my eyeballs on it, but I'm happy with my S320, which has low mileage and gets the size and looks without the issues of the big V8's.
You are really fortunate
I happen to have a W140... I can SAY this, it doesn't have the fancy ride control it has just the plane suspension and I PROMISE you this is the best handling Mercedes ive ever been in.. and I've been in a few, I've owned Audi as well. the car weighs as much as a new Dodge Challenger, and yet cruises down the road nimble and smooth as a swiss watch.. Newer Mercedes magnetic ride control does not impress me after this car.
I agree about the W140. It has so much class. I think the most "Mercedes" Mercedes has to be the 600. Jay Leno's review was absolutely amazing. No cost was spared.
And ! Remember the W140 was the basic for the first Maybach ! How ever great clip - thank you for it and greethings from a german Mercedes owner, who can give this cars the Autobahn with more than 130 Miles/h (200 Km/h)
Thank you! That is a good point I forgot to mention, but there will be more clips about the W140.
“Timeless” is the last word I would use to describe the styling of the W222 and all the others that look exactly like it.
anytime I see w140 I melt
I agree with you, I had a 99 model & absolutely loved it, reliable, not a single problem & not a single noise or squeak
I had the pleasure of owning a 1992 400 SEL... it was an honor to drive her everywhere. People asking how much I wanted for her.
Excellent video, great information, well done!
Thanks.
i like this guy... he has the same passion for s class like me and this is a well done video :)
S Class passion? lol......These are fleet rental and limo cars...nothing more. They are NOT collectible
Frank Assnot the coups are collectible I know for sure
Frank Assnot they weren't meant to be collectible - they're reliable luxury cars which is why they're classics. If you want a collectible buy a Ferrari and enjoy going broke trying to maintain it hoping it appreciates. If you understand you want a classic driver's luxury sedan then you can try the Benz.
Dude, the W126 was THE Mercedes. W140's are great, but the W126 set the standard for modern luxury, safety, reliability and elegance.
This this this. 140 is ugly af, 126 has style
Agree
W126 is the king 🤴
I had a W140 when it was ten years old with 200,000 miles on the clock and put another 100,000 miles on it with pretty minimal cost. Got a same year low mileage Jag XJ after that and everything went wrong. W140 is The Daddy
Thanks! I really enjoyed your video. I'm a classic Mercedes enthusiast, myself. And I agree: The W140 was the last of the Mercedes Benzes that can be described as "timeless".
I couldn't agree more with the modern classic. It looks so good today
I have a W221 S550 with AMG sport package but I will always love the W140. Still see them on the road here and I always wave at the other Mercedes driver.
The best w140 video ever, I'm buying one tomorrow for $3500 1998 s320 with 98k miles
MGTOCRETES don't do.my mistake. I have mint condition s320. If you want my advise go to the 400se same gas consumption .. better torque to pull the w140
In my opinion W140 and W126 was the pinnacle of Mercedes build quality of my time. The W220 was rubbish from the get go. Most of the W220's I see are all rusted out or their air suspension is blown. I can only imagine what the new W222 will cost to maintain once its out of warranty. Yikes! Great video!
I own a w220 barbus S500 & a w220 AMG kompresser both black on black beautiful cars & reliable they are just like all Mercedes if you don't take care of them they won't take care of you!
Tony, glad to hear your w220 has been reliable but it is true Mercedes cut cost with the w220 line. The body on the w220 were not fully galvanized from the factory and instead used some type of wax base corrosion inhibitor which doesn't hold up well to salty conditions. You can also compare the thickness of the hides used on the seats. The w220 is much thinner, where as the in the w140 and w126 they used 1 cow for each seat (embellish), that's why the interiors in these cars hold up so much better. Anyways enjoy the w220.
I own a '83 W126 500SE as a weekend cruiser and its probably the best built S class of all time, 36 years old and the leather on the seats are showing zero signs of wear. Its amazing how thick the leather on these are!
The problem with the W140 is that early models suffer from electrical problems due to breakages in the wiring harness (especially now that these cars are getting older the plastic which insulates the wires is beginning to get brittle and crack, causing wires to touch each other and create all sorts of electrical problems) which is secured to the floor and behind the dash. To fix this the entire interior needs to come out, including the dash which is welded on.
There was a facelift of the W140 that came out in 1996 (to be recognised by clear indicator lenses on the rear, such as the one in this video) and MB seemed to have resolved the problem with the harness but unfortunately cost cutting already became an issue with mercedes in the mid 90's and there have been reports that facelifted versions of the W140 don't have the same buildquality - cheaper plastics in certain places - that early models did. So if you want the real S-class experience you should probably go for a pre 1996 car and just set some cash aside for a new wiring harness somewhere in the future.
You're correct. Mercedes decided used a biodegradable wiring harness in their cars for the early W140's, which unfortunately was a total disaster. I believe the later years of w140's didn't use a biodegradable wiring harness, but don't quote me.
Agreed!
I agree... This is my favorite all time car. It is awesome to drive, it gives you such a feeling as if you own the road, and it looks great. I love it.
W140 forever, was the first and last car I fell in love with
Thank you for the excellent video on the W140. The car just make you feel great.
sadly, everytime I see a W140, I think of princess Diana.
I hear you..
Michael Henville i will never forget that they forbid mercedes to take a look at the wreckage. Tells you a lot about that "incident"
Apparently the S-Class involved in the accident was already wrecked from a previous accident, after it was stolen from the owner some time ago before the august '97 incident…
That Benz should have been taken out of the road regarding the bad damage it got, but it didn't happen…
So it got kinda restored and continued to drive around regardless that one accident where it got stolen…
Plus, it was a S280… just a simple entry level S-Class…
the smallest engine of the W140 model!
What a shame…
The owner (which was a journalist/photographer at that time) apparently wanted an S-Class to show off, to be like the big guys…
but hadn't enough money for a S500 or 600…
In the crash that killed Diana, the only person to survive was wearing his seat belt. Mercedes claims that a person in one of their cars traveling @ 100 MPH or less will survive the crash if wearing their seat belt. That make a strong statement to the integrity of the automobiles Benz makes. My personal favorite is a S600 armored series.
Don’t forget she wasn’t wearing any seatbelts. The people who were survived, rightly so, it’s a Mercedes! I only drive them for this reason alone. They’re bank vaults on wheels.
The W140 was the last of the Old School Mercs that will be future classics tommorow.
I owned a 400se and it had the best ride of any car I have ever owned...
For those of you who are lucky to have such a vehicle you really have the best! For those of you who wonder why it is such a great car..now you might understand.....it is the car that every one else looks up to! It really is the " BEST" i have owned this car 22 out of 23 years.. over 180k..S350 Turbo Diesel ...i have other (benz) cars..but this is always a treat to drive.
Theres no better explanation for the S classon this video!! This video describes the W140 at its best! Great video!
W126 has a calm elegance that just don't appear in all this over complicated modern designs. W140 comes close. But all other designs ever since couldn't capture that essence. They were good cars with all kinds of technology but the presence of 126 and 140 is something different.
"calm elegance"... those words are perfect description I like it
I knew of this car from reading Car and Driver magazine in 1997. And from one article i could tell it was one of the best cars in the world. I was always impressed by how heavy they were. I equated that mass to safety.
I had a "92 600 SEL. I'm a collector and have driven many great cars. To this day, at least for me, it's the best vehicle I have ever driven. It's like driving a Swiss bank vault.
Mercedes has always been a step ahead of the competition
Well done video! Couldn’t agree more about the legendary w140. Glad for the mention of my favorite w123 as well
i love the w140 chassis after living in tokyo the car had such an evil vibe to it since most users were yakuza especially when the s600 pulled up it was most certainly the yakuza
So you look up to evil then? Good to know
Painted white I'm guessing
Well known fact that W140 and W124 were the end of an era for MBZ, with introduction of W220 and W210 it was clear that some inferior components were being used in the interests of cost cutting, I saw this firsthand since i did all repairs and services on our Mercedes’s
Great videos. Makes me miss the days when Benz used to build reliable sturdy luxury sedans. This isn't the case anymore.
Bruno Sacco the last great Mercedes designer. For me 126 and 140 are the best ever Mercedes cars. they are very regal and quietly whisper class.
Very cool video! Gets us excited about this car, really want to be able to drive a W140 now.
Amazing video. Quality is insanly good!
Im a Mercedes technician, i would say 140 is the best car ever made by the German's
I love my 1996 S320- definitely built to last- just look at how wide the door sills are!
My god, great production, great filming, nice narrative and presentation, and a MBenz only channel
I've found my place in the internet.
I have one 1997 s 420 with only 94000 miles,and I loved,19 year with me and still like new,paint,interior,everything still working.
Hi !
Do you want To sell it for me?
Nice video, made me proud of my S320, which still runs like a well oiled sewing machine.
Great Video Review! I have grown up with Mercedes literally when I was five I fell in love with the brand and in Elementary School I was driven everyday in an W126 560 SEL and my Prom car was none other than an W140 S600 And as far as the W 222 is concerned I love it to death! So its safe to say that Mercedes has been and will always be apart of my life forever. Thank you Mr. Bruno Sacco for sharing your Vision with us all. your legacy is forever etched in Automotive History
Totally agree. I have a 1981 Mercedes W123, 240d. This car saved my life when a few years ago I walked away from being hit by a drunk driver. Within a few months a bought another with a 4 speed manual. What a great car!
One of the best cars ever made!
Thanks for the video. I still enjoy my pristine 1999 S420!
Nice Car.
I own a 83 300sd & 91300e. The W124 is not quite the classic but still a well built solid car.
W126 and W140 is the best S-classe ever!
Both are gorgeous! I love this series Abey!
Thanks, Lisa! They're a lot of work but fun..
Great video. One of my favorite cars the w140 ever. Very comfortable to drive. It’s like driving a comfortable tank. Lol.
i love this tank shaped thing .. this thing has got some special looks ...
l love S class , l love W 140
I agree with the ending..."timeless."
I love my w140. just repainted it last year astral silber metallic. stock color. it's truly a classic in waiting. great vid!
We will all be 75 years old before its considered a classic
Loved this
Thank you very much
Watching this in 2021, W140 indeed stood the test of time and still the best S Class ever. The new W223, especially the interior is a joke. And W140 is the only S-Class that has flush fitted side glass windows.
How does this channel not have a million subs!?!?
It's one of the best cars ever built.
Today, I started an old 97 S420 that I was given. It sat under trees for over 3 years while I waited for the former owner, who gave it to me, to get a clear title on it.
It's been horribly neglected, not maintained at all, is rough on the outside, was filthy as a pig sty on the inside, and is just a generally shabby looking car. It's really not worth restoring, so I'm going to sell it as basically a running parts car.
I washed it and took it out for a spin around the neighborhood, and was reminded what great cars these things are. It still runs and drives beautifully, and even in its present condition, it's a better car than 95% of what's being made today. And honestly, I would have no qualms about putting a tag on that car and driving it out of state. Even it its present condition, it's that good a car.
The guy who made this video is absolutely right. The W-140 Mercedes exudes solidity and quality. They're like rolling around in a bank vault. And having worked on them, I can attest to the fact that although they are complicated, they are also ridiculously over-engineered, making them durable and reliable in a way that no similar BMW 7-series or later S-Classes even come close to.
W140 is still the king of the road
nice video! music at the end makes me feel like i'm playing gunbound
Ive owned a total of 4 w140's !! best cars ever made
Awesome review. Enjoyed it thank you.