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  • @scottykilmer
    @scottykilmer  2 года назад +27

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    • @j.pershing2197
      @j.pershing2197 2 года назад

      Scotty. I have an 01 regal with 181k. I have a weird knock and some dippy mechanic messed with the supercharger. I have new brakes, suspension and other window parts like regulators. Always had a good oil change and mechanics say is great car. So question is should i dump more money in it or let it die?

    • @mikess96
      @mikess96 2 года назад +2

      @@j.pershing2197 hey j. I've been a mechanic myself 4 over 20 years even worked at GM for 5 when these cars were under Warranty new. I've owned a grand prix gtp which has the same motor and drove that to a lil over 300k. So I would definitely say as long as the transmission is still good and strong keep fixing it and driving it. They're fun cars if u want 2 play a lil and still get decent mileage.. if the supercharger is gettin weak u can get them rebuilt cheap enough if I remember correctly its a couple bearings 3 or 4 seals and a gasket. U really don't need 2 b a rocket scientist to rebuild 1. I had even taught a friend of mine on a Saturday while we drank some tequila 🤪 how 2 do his. Hope this helps and for God's sake and ur own safety keep ur car away from dip $hits. If enough people stop going to them maybe we can get most of the bad 1s out this trade and keep the good 1s in

    • @alexkeohane143
      @alexkeohane143 2 года назад +1

      Your a great mechanical engineer Scotty love the show 🔩🔩🏁🏁

  • @sportyguyusa
    @sportyguyusa 2 года назад +45

    I have a 2009 CLK 550 Cabriolet and it is a BEAST. 5.5L V8. It flies and it is the best and most fun car I’ve ever owned. When you floor it, it literally leaps forward and zooms. There’s something about a V8 Mercedes-Benz that no other car can touch. I only drive it 2 or 3 times a month, on weekends. Hope to keep it forever.

    • @lebronjames4705
      @lebronjames4705 2 года назад +3

      A simple 6 cylinder Porsche would clap a silly benzo

    • @sportyguyusa
      @sportyguyusa 2 года назад +4

      @@lebronjames4705 LOL, no

    • @Κωνσταντίνος-ξ7θ
      @Κωνσταντίνος-ξ7θ 3 месяца назад

      ​@@lebronjames4705Well, i work in a merc dealer and i manuver these beasts at idle,that v8 with compressor it's a beast.

  • @jhfoever
    @jhfoever 2 года назад +42

    M113 engine and 5 speed automatic combination is the one of the best. Just maintain regular oil change, transmission fluid, crankshaft position sensor, conductor plate, and voltage regulator. It will last long long time.

    • @OHydroTsunamiO
      @OHydroTsunamiO 2 года назад +5

      Finally someone that knows. Benz makes some of the best cars.

    • @rafaeleugenio1719
      @rafaeleugenio1719 2 года назад

      It has the "lifetime" transmission fluids which cannot be replaced

    • @jackholt2471
      @jackholt2471 2 года назад +1

      @@rafaeleugenio1719 can be changed

    • @skraegorn7317
      @skraegorn7317 2 года назад

      Basically any of their stuff built at the Stuttgart plant was good. My dad had a 1995 C class he bought new, and he gave it to my cousin as a wedding gift back in 2009. She’s still driving it, it’s got over 320,000 miles on it by now and still runs like a charm. Only major thing she’s done is put in an aftermarket A/C compressor since the stock one crapped out and she lives in the desert.

    • @Κωνσταντίνος-ξ7θ
      @Κωνσταντίνος-ξ7θ 3 месяца назад

      That's right.

  • @miterbox9491
    @miterbox9491 2 года назад +178

    I love how Scotty's on the verge of laughter the whole time.

  • @mikeregister4317
    @mikeregister4317 8 месяцев назад +3

    I bought used, from a guy who had a lot of toys, a 2003 CLK 55 AMG (still own it). Got it for $4,000. Has the 5.5L V8, 365Horsepower, I LOVE IT. The M113 engine, like Scotty was referencing is actually one of the most reliable engines Mercedes has made, and quite easy to work on. Did the spark plugs, coils, valve cover, oil gasket housing seals, etc. for cheap with just a few hours and some online videos. Again, love that car!

  • @hsumeet1992
    @hsumeet1992 2 года назад +51

    For the transmission, it's most likely the conductor plate that needs to be changed out. Transmission fluid leaks into the connector and shorts it out, common problem. $100 DIY and you'll have a mostly perfect shifting transmission again. Changed my W208 CLK55 out just in case when I got it and it's been bulletproof alongside my 1996 Camry for years!

    • @jbenzjr7690
      @jbenzjr7690 2 года назад +6

      You hit it right on the head with this because my 99 e320 I used to have to pull over shut off then start up and tranny was fine but its a warning to owner that transmission needs service and conductor plate is the culprit and is made of plastic and metal so the plastic wears out and cracks. $1000 job if a mechanic does it but you gotta get it done before it gets to limp mode and check engine comes on because the car won't move otherwise

    • @ernestoaguilera6632
      @ernestoaguilera6632 2 года назад +1

      Could this problem happen to bmws as well?

    • @hsumeet1992
      @hsumeet1992 2 года назад +1

      @@ernestoaguilera6632 unfortunately I haven't seen this be a common occurrence in BMWs. Usually when their transmission goes out its the TCM or the physical clutches themselves.

    • @diablocls55
      @diablocls55 2 года назад

      @@jbenzjr7690 yeah my E550 did that too. Shutting off and restarting the engine would fix the problem temporarily for me till I changed the conductor playe

    • @omarm330
      @omarm330 2 года назад

      2000 S500 will not upshift after 1st gear . The turn off and on method works but doing this while driving makes the transmission jump when shifting out of neutral to drive. Do I need to replace the conductor plate as well ?

  • @edward1937
    @edward1937 2 года назад +4

    W203 Mercedes has a great engine and transmission. 200k miles and was still running strong.

  • @isacindelbosque8154
    @isacindelbosque8154 2 года назад +4

    That acceleration problem that goes away after turning off the engine and then works again probably is because a faulty accelerator pedal sensor or the kick down button. No codes. It happened to my 200 E430 when I bought it 8 years ago. Replaced the accelerator pedal sensor under the hood and revs and goes like a maniac. Transmission with 228k does not slip. Changed oil every 40k. Excellent engine and trans.

  • @jonathanclayton9107
    @jonathanclayton9107 2 года назад +45

    Agreed Scotty. All these new features are crap too much trouble. The more simple the German car the better.

  • @gabriel08607
    @gabriel08607 2 года назад +68

    The fact that mice got in there makes me very surprised they didn’t wreak havoc on the parts under the hood

    • @frederickbooth7970
      @frederickbooth7970 2 года назад +13

      We were told by our mother to use mothballs in the air vents to keep rodents & ants out of vehicles. Her method has worked well with our old trucks stored at times in barns.

    • @brianklamer3328
      @brianklamer3328 2 года назад +7

      First owner must have kept a Dachshund under the hood to kill the critters.......

    • @robc7323
      @robc7323 2 года назад +8

      Perhaps they gnawed on some of the TCM wiring... could be the cause of the transmission issues.

    • @davidg5704
      @davidg5704 2 года назад +1

      @@robc7323 came here to say that exactly 💯

    • @rickyhammer6832
      @rickyhammer6832 2 года назад +2

      Dryer sheets work! They hate the Smell

  • @25myma
    @25myma 2 года назад +57

    This is one of the last "bulletproof" cars Mercedes used to make...Good luck having the AC work after 5 years with their post-2000 cars😎

    • @jcak552
      @jcak552 2 года назад +7

      Had a 2010 C300 Sport.. when I got rid of it last year. A/C was still going strong with no work done on it… But man was it expensive to get it worked on… 184K miles

    • @ecoRfan
      @ecoRfan 2 года назад +2

      Hmm this one is a 2000.

    • @timb7775
      @timb7775 2 года назад +2

      I must be lucky.

    • @AcuraTSX-nv5zr
      @AcuraTSX-nv5zr 2 года назад +1

      My parents still have a 2010 ML, never anything wrong the AC

    • @tati-anaroseee4316
      @tati-anaroseee4316 2 года назад +1

      I have a 2003 c class and it's still got all the stock mechanicals and all of them still work perfectly 😂

  • @mussegt
    @mussegt 2 года назад +9

    What You did touch ain't power steering pump, it was engine oil filter.

  • @relyenterprisestx
    @relyenterprisestx 2 года назад +11

    The 3.2 v6 and 4.3 V8 (same motor just 2 more cylinders) were the last of the reliable easy to fix Mercedes. Built like tanks. Any 320 or 430 models.

    • @metalmike570
      @metalmike570 2 года назад

      I have a 2005 Ford Explorer and it has a 4 liter V6 in it. It has decent power and 158,000 miles on it now. I think whoever had it before took good care of it. The only downside is getting about 18 MPG.

    • @interstellar3774
      @interstellar3774 2 года назад +1

      CL500's

    • @diablocls55
      @diablocls55 2 года назад +1

      500 models were good too

    • @RobertoHernandez-rs1cu
      @RobertoHernandez-rs1cu 2 года назад

      I've owned a clk 320 and a clk 55 both are w208 the 5.5L is just a bigger 3.2L but very much the same engine!

    • @coinwaters
      @coinwaters Год назад

      This is very true. Never seen any combo like my M112/722.6. Car itself is dented and seats torn, but I get people who understand this, offer me cash for the car even with 229,000 miles… in reality, the engine and transmission are barely broken in.

  • @AK47Stalin
    @AK47Stalin 2 года назад +3

    Drop the transmission pan, I guarantee the regulating pressure control valve spring is split in two, replace it with a Sonnax spring, problem might very well go away. Takes 5 minutes (with a stubby torx 20 screwdriver) to replace it once the pan is off.

  • @jeffn8368
    @jeffn8368 2 года назад +2

    I had the 2000 CLK 320 which was a V6 it was a blast, topped out at 137. As far as the transmission that is a classic symptom of the circuit board in the transmission needs to be replaced. It can be changed out during a filter and fluid change, about an extra 45 minutes to remove the panel above the filter to expose the circuit board and replace it.

  • @MrDominicharrison
    @MrDominicharrison 2 года назад +3

    Love my CLK 430 coupe! M113 engines last forever as do the 722.6 gearboxes

  • @colonel9990
    @colonel9990 2 года назад +4

    I bought a 2000 E430 171k miles for $300. I didn't do 1 thing to it, and sold it for $1000 a couple weeks ago.
    Only warnings on the dash was a low washer fluid, and a blown bulb (right front amber corner marker).
    Was "a fun knock around car."

    • @tati-anaroseee4316
      @tati-anaroseee4316 2 года назад +2

      Where do you find them so cheap I can't find a running car in general for less than $3k here😂

    • @colonel9990
      @colonel9990 2 года назад

      @@tati-anaroseee4316
      That 1 actually found me.
      Lady saw my wife walking in town, ask if she'd like to buy a car? Wife said sure. What kind, and how much?
      Wife called me, ask if It'd be a good deal for $300. My reply was, I can junk it and get more than $300.🤣
      It was a 2 owner beater Benz. The 171k was all highway miles. Weekly trips from Central Kentucky to Indianapolis.
      The best deal I got was in 2020 my '88 TOYOTA 1 Ton Box Truck. $1700 and absolutely nothing wrong with it.
      2.2R-E with 151k miles.
      Local mom & pop grocery store was going out of business and selling everything.
      I got that truck and didn't look back.
      I don't want to sell it, so I tell people wanting to buy it, I'll take no less than $10,000 for it.
      Now if they're willing to pay $10k....

    • @tati-anaroseee4316
      @tati-anaroseee4316 2 года назад +1

      @@colonel9990 wow idk if it's luck or what but I never get any of those 😂 I am happy with my c class I got for $3k tho but $300 sounds a lot nicer. I've also been looking for a small truck to take up the mountain and go camping with my friends and my dog, they've gotten beyond crazy on pricing 😱

  • @billgardner9328
    @billgardner9328 2 года назад +3

    I recently bought an 04 clk for $2000. Top had been down for 7 yrs. Top Hydraulics rebuilt cylinders for $1k. The car is perfect now! But it’s not for non mechanics!

  • @billnicholas1381
    @billnicholas1381 2 года назад +4

    I’m the original owner of a 97 E 320. 157,000 miles. New brakes twice only front rotors and rear pads Just changed water pump was beginning to weep a little so changed it. Coils once. Battery every six or seven years. AC condenser had a stone in it so changed it. Driven in NJ in plenty of snow. Fender wells beginning to rust. Trans filter and fluid changed twice. Shifts great. E Vap canister and valve changed. That’s it other than tires. Great car.

    • @billnicholas1381
      @billnicholas1381 2 года назад

      Forgot drivers seat and rest of interior still look brand new.

  • @SSC_MichaelPihera
    @SSC_MichaelPihera 2 года назад +2

    My Dad and I have a ‘01 CLK430 with 86k on it, truly a beautiful car! 275hp still pushes out, gorgeous vehicle to say the least

  • @stephenzucchari6937
    @stephenzucchari6937 2 года назад +1

    I had the White paint with the blue Convertible top 430 CKL. It was a 2002 and it was a one owner from Miami Florida and was bought brand new one the interior from my Mercedes was 2 tone dark blue same color as the Convertible top and also was the AMG Package and had 375 HP factory and it had every option you can think of. Thank you Scotty you are the best Mechanic around on RUclips.

  • @ryanwhite4094
    @ryanwhite4094 2 года назад +6

    I have a 2000 clk430. Love it and not too hard to work on either. Too bad Mercedes did not put manuals in these. They are fun.

  • @roymarksberry4152
    @roymarksberry4152 2 года назад +14

    Duct tape and wire ties can fix anything in the state of Kentucky

    • @frederickbooth7970
      @frederickbooth7970 2 года назад

      Same is true for Oregon as well. Have used those items several times.

    • @davidmacq37191
      @davidmacq37191 2 года назад

      Embarrassing, but the two right license plate screws broke off rather than coming out...and the left ones frozen also. Need to work on that.

  • @Philiopantheon82
    @Philiopantheon82 2 года назад +32

    Fantastic and fun review Scotty!! I always enjoy your videos

  • @sharpshooter012345
    @sharpshooter012345 2 года назад +120

    Scotty: "let's hook my scan tool and see the million thing's it's probably gonna say is wrong"
    Mercedes: Do not communicate

  • @robmarsh6025
    @robmarsh6025 2 года назад +1

    I drove a 99 e 320 sedan 4 matic in 2003 one of the best sports cars I've ever drove in

  • @chrisadams6595
    @chrisadams6595 2 года назад +15

    Scotty, nothing wrong with German leather, you've gotta put hide food on it to stop it drying out.
    I've got several old mercs with great leather inside.

    • @paulsz6194
      @paulsz6194 2 года назад +4

      That's right. On newer cars, when you leave the car out in the sun on a warm day and and return to the car after an hour or so and you can " smell the leather " That's the oils in the leather drying out..

    • @CrazyKraut20
      @CrazyKraut20 2 года назад +4

      There have been mice living in this car, gnawing on the seats and nesting in them. But sure the leather is bad because it is Mercedes. logic

  • @Alex-rj6sv
    @Alex-rj6sv 2 года назад +6

    "still has regular power steering pump" ...points at oil filter 😂😂😂

  • @Lukas-eq9rr
    @Lukas-eq9rr 2 года назад +4

    That godly m113 v8 engine is 🔥❤️

  • @rob4b
    @rob4b 2 года назад +14

    Priceless real used car review again Scotty, I'm laughing very loud inside when you do these. I bet the anyone at the factory in Stuttgart watching this must be having a heart attack .

  • @johncrist2530
    @johncrist2530 2 года назад +3

    He is right i still have my clk430 i bought in 2003. 2 air flow sensors and thats it. Great car worth the 30,000 i paid for it

  • @mikegonzalez8071
    @mikegonzalez8071 2 года назад +5

    Afternoon Scotty! 🏁

  • @avinashmangal8036
    @avinashmangal8036 2 года назад +9

    The legend speaks.respect!!

  • @TrollHunterxXx
    @TrollHunterxXx 2 года назад +9

    No beauty covers were harmed during the filming of this video

  • @edwardbennet3902
    @edwardbennet3902 2 года назад +10

    I toured the Stuttgart plant in 1971...The workers then were all Turks and Yugoslavs...The German's were doing the technical jobs. Good lunch in the chow hall.

  • @sav7123
    @sav7123 6 месяцев назад

    Spot on review Scotty, I love this car and I’m glad it’s getting the recognition it deserves. Also the limp mode is the throttle position sensor it is a very common fault.

  • @Toyeboy89
    @Toyeboy89 2 года назад +35

    I've always liked the look of this car and I get some nostalgia. I had a few hot wheels versions of it. Also the CLK GTR comes to mind with this headlight taillight look...Need for Speed 4 High Stakes.

    • @umakantgajjewar8898
      @umakantgajjewar8898 2 года назад

      Maybe it’s a good idea to get a hot wheels version of this car and keep it on table to look at.
      My child used to love hot wheels very much when he was toddler, and we/I used to buy him a lot of those.

    • @tleoipl37
      @tleoipl37 2 года назад +3

      And nfs 3 HP

    • @KidJaeProductions
      @KidJaeProductions 2 года назад +1

      Need For Speed Hot Pursuit 2 for me 😁 yeah I love this car

  • @roryfreeman9433
    @roryfreeman9433 2 года назад +4

    Just sold my 2001 CLK320 which I bought in 2008; best car I ever owned and was still like brand new at 260 000kms.

  • @rajahrufus8735
    @rajahrufus8735 2 года назад +19

    Hey! Scotty, I have a 2000 Mercedes Benz W210 E320, my car still drives like a dream and has never let me down. It accelerates like a devil and everything still work. I love my merc.

    • @starbandits4697
      @starbandits4697 2 года назад +4

      My w210 as well. just hit 200000 4matic

    • @jpnphom5470
      @jpnphom5470 2 года назад

      Didn’t mention about how much you spent to keep it running

    • @rajahrufus8735
      @rajahrufus8735 2 года назад

      @@jpnphom5470 I only spend money on servicing it every 8000 km, has never given me any problem.

    • @davidmacq37191
      @davidmacq37191 2 года назад

      I have had some good 2000 era e320's as well.

    • @starbandits4697
      @starbandits4697 2 года назад

      Ive never fixed anything. It was also the cheapest AWD car I could get. I was very pleased after buying it.

  • @tygerstripes3752
    @tygerstripes3752 2 года назад +1

    You know wot I like best about you, Scotty? You get right to the topic immediately and don't dither around leading up to it. You are da *Best*!

  • @The_Knave.
    @The_Knave. 2 года назад +2

    Am not a mercedes fan
    But I love the old models

  • @blakel.6337
    @blakel.6337 Год назад +1

    Just bought one of these today with only 78k miles on it. Paid about 9 for it, so maybe not a great price, but I don't think I was ripped off either. Soon as I saw that 'made in germany' sticker, I was convinced it was worth it.

    • @coinwaters
      @coinwaters Год назад

      No doubt. Switches are biggest weak point… go easy on them and keep liquids away from them.

  • @jonnytheman2321
    @jonnytheman2321 2 года назад +11

    Keep up the great work Scotty! You are awesome! Love your diligence.

  • @OldBlue560
    @OldBlue560 2 года назад +1

    I just got an 2004 E46 330 Convertible as a gift and everything works w 112k. I wouldn’t keep it except for the fact that it’s a six speed. Wouldn’t trust it for long trips, but it’s going to make a great toy. Drove it back from the coast with no issue.

  • @jamhen01
    @jamhen01 2 года назад +45

    Scotty I’m shocked!! A Mercedes you actually like? At last!!! The transmission sounds like it could very much benefit from a conductor plate replacement and fluid change.

    • @asdf-dt4bh
      @asdf-dt4bh 2 года назад +1

      Two changes within 2000 miles would be best. It's very important to reset the oilcounter with a scantool afer each change to prevent slipping. So the transmission will relearn the new values.

    • @jamhen01
      @jamhen01 2 года назад +2

      @@asdf-dt4bh conductor plate is a known issue on these transmissions. Cheap part!

    • @jamesshaw194
      @jamesshaw194 2 года назад +4

      I’ve got 194,000 on a 2006 C230 V6……. To go with my (original owner) 1981 Mercedes 300SD with 275,000 miles…… and a 2003 C230 1.8 Supercharged Coupe…. Only 95,000 miles on the odometer. All are great if reasonably cared for and no car payments or high insurance costs. If I can find a $2,500 20 year old 120,000 mile CLK convertible I’d grabs it, get it detailed, put seat covers on and have another toy. Just sayin’ 😎😇😜

    • @davidmacq37191
      @davidmacq37191 2 года назад +2

      Anyone know procedure for clearing oil counter? Haven't seen it on scan tool. Will try google.

    • @carshark2147
      @carshark2147 2 года назад

      The 3.2 v6 the 4.3 - 5.0- 5.5 V8 aka M112 M113 engines are world class top notch.
      Love Scotty and his channel, but stop Benz Hating ..the old ones were better built than anything US ever made .

  • @paulbaril3831
    @paulbaril3831 2 года назад +2

    My 1999 Clk320 is still like new at 80,000 miles. Cost me $8,000 7 years ago.

  • @lowshot959
    @lowshot959 2 года назад +3

    My mother has this same car but with the V6, identical modular design to the V8. Scotty is right, 300k miles later and the car will fall apart around the engine which continues to run. If you're mechanically inclined or have a good mechanic that won't charge a fortune to maintain it, these CLKs and E-Classes from this era are a good value into the Mercedes brand. Just make sure you have maintenance records!

    • @coinwaters
      @coinwaters Год назад +1

      Even neglected versions of these M112/M113 engines paired with 722.6 can often be refreshed easily enough.

  • @ABRROB2008
    @ABRROB2008 2 года назад +2

    I have C350 4 matic with 167k miles still running like new I only changed fuel pump and tires

  • @Lord_Pilaf
    @Lord_Pilaf 2 года назад +1

    I used to have a CLK 430 coupe with the AMG package that had about 175k miles and never had many engine issues, that thing was pretty bullet proof. I kind of regret selling it now

  • @A.Dude.
    @A.Dude. 2 года назад +1

    OBD on this model has two ports; the main port is the 38 pin under the hood. It's also a lot faster and it will go deep into all modules, including transmission. The OBD standard port is limited and the reason it's present is mostly for the emission testing facilities. Cheers. The car is fine, but it needs a lot of love. It deserves it; don't go el cheapo !

  • @C.S.Sensei
    @C.S.Sensei 2 года назад

    The older foreign cars are beast, I had a plain jane 1980 Volvo DL, 2 dr, beige, 4 cyl, I drove that car everyday for about 2 yrs, only did oil changes, tune up, brake pads and exhaust muffler..
    Had it up north, Pittsburgh, summer, winter with 3' of snow, car went everywhere, it was a tank.

  • @davidg5704
    @davidg5704 2 года назад +1

    I'd fix that up for what the owner has in it. Pick up wiring manual and trace ETC wires.
    Sweet ride

  • @MarshallMathersthe7th
    @MarshallMathersthe7th 2 года назад +4

    W211 E klasse is also very good, good engines are the M112 engines (e240 and E320) but also the E500 (V8) is very reliable engine. The 2002 and early 2003 has rust issues at the back fenders to the front of the rear wheels. Not a big deal if you ask me, but it is there. Idk about the diesels but the E220 diesel is the best i think or the E320 Cdi.

  • @TheRenzo08
    @TheRenzo08 2 года назад

    I got a 1998 Jaguar XJR, perfect interior nearly perfect exterior. No rust anywhere, purchased it for $4000. Not bad for a 4.0L supercharged V8. I love my Jagggg!

  • @stephenzucchari6937
    @stephenzucchari6937 2 года назад +2

    I had a 2002 CLK 430 Mercedes Benz back in 2009 and I found the sticker price in the glove compartment and it cost back in 2002 it went for a $100,000 brand new and it had the AMG Package and I paid $15,000 cash and the dealer wanted $22'000 and the engine puts out 375 HP AND yes it was a great car.

    • @diablocls55
      @diablocls55 2 года назад +3

      375 hp? Yeah right. That’s more than a CLK55 AMG and nearly as much as a CLK550

  • @bordone
    @bordone 2 года назад +1

    I had a clk430 coupe. It was a great car ! I picked it up for next to nothing and drove it for 2 years before someone offered me more than what I paid for it cash.

  • @bruceshepard1193
    @bruceshepard1193 6 месяцев назад

    I have a 2092 clk 320. Great little car. The hydraulics for the roof are shot, but you can pop it manually with a 10mm.

  • @hughjass1274
    @hughjass1274 2 года назад +1

    I had a 2005 CLK cabriolet. Beautiful car, was always getting compliments on it. But it did have its gremlins.

  • @robbbarnett4978
    @robbbarnett4978 2 года назад +7

    The 240D's of yesteryears in the 70's and 80's could get a million miles with regular maint. And no major repairs. Made in Germany and maintained there.

  • @kennysherrill6542
    @kennysherrill6542 2 года назад

    Very cool Scotty, I'm still working on my 96 Jeep Grand Cherokee I paid 400 dollars for. It now has new tiers, new coil and complete tune up. Putting new radiator hoses on tomorrow. It now has just over 170,000 miles and runs great. If you do your own work you can make them last.👍👍👍👍👍👍❤🇺🇸

  • @alansimpson8962
    @alansimpson8962 2 года назад +3

    Mercedes is one hell.of a drive lets face it they are beatifull

  • @maxvitesse2868
    @maxvitesse2868 2 года назад +8

    As Seth mentioned below, the transmission issue is likely the conductor plate. Fixing the conductor plate is a cheap fix. This is a great car except for the mouse excrement. Also, MB Hydraulic Fluid for this car is the same as CHF 11S (which is much cheaper).
    BTW, I have owned an SLK 320 with the M112 V6 engine (which is the V6 version of the M113 V8 in this CLK 430) and the very strong 6-speed German manual transmission for almost 10 years and 43K miles - it now has 102K miles. I have only had to replace the Crankshaft Position Sensor, MAF sensor, drivebelt tensioner pulley/drive belt, electric fan control sensor, gas cap, battery and three of the five hydraulic cylinders (I asked the shop to replace the trunk cylinders when the others were replaced, however, they said it was not necessary at the time).
    I use my SLK 320 as my daily driver - it has very reliable for the most part. I need to replace the seat relay (or simply re-solder the contacts) and the trunk hydraulic cylinders (of which I received replacements from Klaus Witte of Top Hydraulics) in the near term.
    There are quite a few Mercedes models that were manufactured with the M112 and M113 engines which can driven daily at a reasonable cost if one avoids those models that have the distronic braking system, airmatic and active body control.
    P.S. I have been following your RUclips Channel for quite some time ..... very informative and entertaining.

  • @stoicspawn3936
    @stoicspawn3936 2 года назад +3

    That Mercedes is a gem.
    Too bad it's not manual.

  • @thenotoriousamg3952
    @thenotoriousamg3952 2 года назад +1

    There is a 38 pin port in the engine bay which is where you should "REALLY" scan for codes.

  • @natetete1379
    @natetete1379 2 года назад +1

    My friend had a clk430 they are the best beater mercs of the 00's. It's one of those cars were 90% of it won't be working and it'll still drive down the road

  • @gregneffle8483
    @gregneffle8483 2 года назад +1

    This was a fun video to watch!!

  • @Fella365
    @Fella365 2 года назад

    Hey Scottie it’s the PCM! He can get an up to date version or solder more metal on top of those flat bubbles on the motherboard! So the electric current can circulate properly. Outside of that .. cam shaft sensor or crank sensor

  • @xam2215
    @xam2215 Год назад

    love it when you go crazy on affordable older nice cars...

  • @paulsexton9018
    @paulsexton9018 2 года назад +6

    I had an old Jetta that would do that. It took forever to figure out what was wrong. Ended up being that somehow a drop of fuel every now and the would shut computer down. It would evaporate and run great again. Not saying that is the Mercedes problem

  • @Shadobanned4life
    @Shadobanned4life 2 года назад +1

    Interference engines should be illegal. A timing-belt is a weak link in any engine,but it is criminal in an interference engine.

  • @fighterjetpilot34
    @fighterjetpilot34 2 года назад +16

    That's a good Mercedes! Some of these have lots of rust though. But yes it's a cheap toy😂

  • @FutureDeltaPilot747
    @FutureDeltaPilot747 2 года назад +1

    "The owner is here laughing." I would too if i saw someone talking to a camera moving their hands around. Now imagine the neighbors, they probably have the police on speed dial. 😂😂😂

  • @franciscoh2148
    @franciscoh2148 2 года назад +1

    Never thought I’d see Scotty recommending a Benz . Times have changed . Finally he realized

  • @jacobyo99
    @jacobyo99 2 года назад +2

    I prefer the newer CLK500

  • @gabilan89sanchez24
    @gabilan89sanchez24 2 года назад +2

    Best channel in RUclips history 😁🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @young_sachii
    @young_sachii 2 года назад +1

    Hope u doing well Scotty! Nice video !

  • @andrewmayfield5663
    @andrewmayfield5663 2 года назад +3

    THIS man is a National Treasure.!! LOVE Scotty Kilmer.*

  • @kaizen5180
    @kaizen5180 2 года назад +6

    The same engine in the E500. .... practically indestructible

  • @Akwardturtle
    @Akwardturtle 2 года назад +1

    🤣 I'm rolling around in a 13 yr old impala with a v8 and it has 180k on the ticker and it's still ticking.... That may be lifter tick I'm not sure, but it still works.

  • @MLProductions.1
    @MLProductions.1 2 года назад +1

    These are super bullet proof cars actually. The 300 350 and 500. The 550 not so much. The transmission is actually super simple to fix on these and the actual transmission rarely fails.

  • @jhfoever
    @jhfoever 2 года назад +1

    I recommend w210 e430. At the around 10k for the car and all deferred maintenances it will give you a fantastic ride. It does not have air suspension, no ABC, no SBC, but has all safety features and stiff body. Though rust and small electrical issues are something to be taken care of.

    • @coinwaters
      @coinwaters Год назад

      Safety features? No doubt! It is a tank in disguise.

  • @FixItRyan
    @FixItRyan 2 года назад +2

    The CLK500 (M113 engine) is even more powerful, about the same efficiency, and more reliable.

  • @Whit_Siever
    @Whit_Siever 2 года назад +2

    If he wants to pretty it up, look on EBay for entire oem front rear seating and door/side panels. He could probably getting entire interior for under $1200 shipped

  • @jamesmurphy7828
    @jamesmurphy7828 2 года назад +1

    A lil Panzer Tank Wagon... Not gunna lie... I want one of those.

  • @edcasciani
    @edcasciani 2 года назад +3

    Mine had one code , missed shift,added 4 qts ,runs perfect, yours might be at 3qts low of fluid,, same rear drive

    • @davidmacq37191
      @davidmacq37191 2 года назад

      This has been my thought. Ordered an actual dipstick from autozone to hopefully provide level marks.

  • @kingtrippyblaze2060
    @kingtrippyblaze2060 Год назад

    Literally my favorite car. Shocked you made this video🖤🙏🏿

  • @brucesabatoni3410
    @brucesabatoni3410 2 года назад

    Mad respect to Scotty for this.

  • @jonoxthomascito6516
    @jonoxthomascito6516 2 года назад

    I rarely had to work on my first fusion 2014 but my Chevy blazer I had to change the radiator and hoses every 3 years like clock work.
    I put together ford us more dependable because of less torque
    Chevies are made for power and utility
    Better for companies military that can work on them because they put out good work.

  • @calvinevans8305
    @calvinevans8305 2 года назад +3

    Big Ballin on a budget, get some playa!!! Lol

  • @edgyzebra19237
    @edgyzebra19237 11 месяцев назад

    Scotty I have the exact car bought it in 2019 in better shape than this one but bought it for 2500 back then now its worth about 18,000 on open market. I drive it up and down the east coast 4 times a year. Great Car

  • @jamesmason5052
    @jamesmason5052 2 года назад +4

    I got a 02 Mercedes clk320 also made in Germany but it's with a v6 almost 200k miles only problem I have is the sunroof is off track, passenger seat doesn't slide forward/backward and my valve gaskets and rear main seal drips a little (a quart every 3k miles) I get almost 21 in town and 29 on the highway

    • @josealvarez9123
      @josealvarez9123 2 года назад

      That engine is the best ever, good reliable engine wish it another 200k.

    • @erniecarrasco9107
      @erniecarrasco9107 2 года назад

      Probably more reliable than the v8

    • @coinwaters
      @coinwaters Год назад

      V6 229,000 miles: Had same issues. Replaced valve cover/breather seals and all hoses for intake manifold. Went from hesitant to instant acceleration and gained 2 seconds on 0-60. My passenger seat won’t go back…seat only goes forward. Thankfully there are 3 preset seat settings that work fine. The switches are downfall but easy enough to replace.

  • @babaganouch
    @babaganouch 2 года назад +2

    Afternoon scotty!

  • @belgradegiant
    @belgradegiant 2 года назад

    Scotty brt ti si moj idol! Best regards from Belgrade/Serbia

  • @indycharlie
    @indycharlie 2 года назад +2

    Nice !

  • @amourelie.s9564
    @amourelie.s9564 2 года назад +9

    I almost bought one of these for the same price but it had 190,000 miles on it and the engine would shake at idle. Overall a great cat tho

    • @coinwaters
      @coinwaters Год назад

      Common issue assuming it is smooth in Neutral or Park. Everything in the car is super heavy so engine mounts wear down every 60k or so. I am replacing mine today. Cost for the two OEM mounts is $100.

  • @Omil7750
    @Omil7750 2 года назад +1

    It’s a fun weekend car, leave the top down, just enjoy it…lol !!

  • @XvS6-Lemaza
    @XvS6-Lemaza 2 года назад +3

    Conductor plate

  • @brianjanturner9333
    @brianjanturner9333 2 года назад

    Scotty I know I'm on the wrong video but I got to tell you I have a 2010 Mitsubishi outlander on my downstream oxygen sensor for the manifold, it was acting up you talked about that Royal purple I bought it I put it in better acceleration the light went out and works like a champ thank you very much for the info from valley Vista California

  • @gerardcousineau3478
    @gerardcousineau3478 2 года назад +3

    That was a good deal. Beautiful 😍

  • @smartchip
    @smartchip 2 года назад +2

    Just like everything manufactured in the west, in the olde days, its solid and reliable, unlike these days with the designed obsolescence and USA upper management mantra of short term gain for the upper management irregardless of damage and harm of the company,