I Bought The Cheapest & Most Reliable AMG Mercedes Ever Built. BulletProof Benz!
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- Опубликовано: 9 июл 2024
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I bought the least expensive, cheapest to fix and most reliable Mercedes-Benz AMG car ever built. Or at least I think I did. In this video, I show you my latest purchase and show you what can break on this car vs. what makes it so great. Comment whether you agree and what your idea of a reliable AMG car is. Also, to all you BMW and Audi guys, what is your least expensive, cheap to fix reliable performance model?
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You are seriously an amazing presenter
Thanks Freddy, appreciate that. Personally I think I'm a much better actor. I mean did you see that opening scene. Hahaha. I'm thinking Sam and I may be up for an Emmy after that one, lol.
Tavarish your awesome bro and an inspiration to home wrenchers! Thanks for being you.
Hell yea. I cosign
agreed...love the content and your engagement. Tavarish, you're doing great stuff too :)
I agree with Tavarish. Great presenter and always very informative.
Next video: I Installed a Pizza Warmer in my AMG
#ballinonabudget
Focus RS :-❩
Samcrac!
I deliver in a 98 C230. Best office ever!
i would order from dominoes just to see the car LOL!!!
Dude can u stop.. you're gonna drive up all the prices
J FERRARI true lol
Lmfao....😭😂👍
A year ago I was seeing c55’s for 5000 , now they’re like 8 😳
Bmw is a piece of turd
I do agreed
C43, E55 W210, C32, C55, CLK55 W208 and W209 are all pretty reliable cars. The '04 and '05 ML55 also had pretty much all of it's issues (including rust) pretty much fixed.
Even the new c43 fee pretty good rented one for a week and beat the shit out of it seemed to be a very solid car inside idk about outside tho
I had a C55 for a number of years, it was a great car, tons of fun. The best thing I ever did to mine was swap out the diff for a Quafe LSD. It could then get MUCH more of its power down, in all conditions and give much improved acceleration. Surprisingly, the LSD improved its handling. It reduced the understeer, whereas I expected it to make the understeer slightly worse.
Alex is buying amg cars left and right, next it will be like Oprah. YOU get a AMG, YOU get a AMG, EVERYBODY gets a AMG!
Great vid Alex.
cobra04cole like how Oprah pimped out people to Harvey weinstein?
Ashish Patel i wouldnt go that far lol
🥒💦💦
With headers and a tune, the C55 will keep up with a lightly modded 211 E55 on the highway. (Greetings from a fellow MB tech- 16 years)
Just bought an 05 C55 after watching your channel ,totally meticulous & enthralling watch every video you do brilliant !
My dad had one back in the day and was flawless. He did 100.000 milles withouth any issue!
Your brilliant video made me realize again how amazing this cars are. Thanks again!
How many of you began looking for one after watching this video?
Carib4ever lookin rn
I started watching during the video
Bought a 05 for $5400.
@@seabird805llc2 no way, where do you live, where did you find it that cheap.?
Hard to find someone who is selling .... 😑
Always appreciate your free and very informative info...Thank You once again Alex...✌️😎
OMG I BOUGHT THE BLACK C55 LISTED IN THE VIDEO FOR $9350!!! You’re also one of the reasons I purchased. I felt a lot better after watching your e55 videos and searching forums. I love it! I bought it for $8500!!!
Mason Franks lol small world man. I was about to start a series on my C55
Nick Janssen duddeeeee I’d totally be down to help man!
this post illustrates the value of channels like this one and Samcrac
How many miles does your have? I’m thinking about purchasing one as well
Israel Clarkson when I bought it has about 80182. That was on the 7th of this month
Alex, thanks for making me feel better about my own 2005 MB C55AMG purchase! It is a lot of fun to drive, and so far no issues. Also, thanks again for your local Chicago suggestion of a MB technician for any future repairs for my car. I look forward to more videos and your website. Take care and have a great weekend!
Nice, but those wheels
Gerrit Harteveld Melting them and casting new wheels will make them look better
Marc D haha
Well they all can't be first round draft picks!
These types of series are awesome. Can't wait for the next video in this series! Great job Alex!
What's your idea of a cheap and super reliable AMG car? How about BMW and Audi?
LegitStreetCars besides the head bolt failure, how about the c63 AMG’s? I have one with upgraded head bolts and it seems bulletproof and super reliable! However I don’t wait 10k miles to do an oil change because I heard that’s what causes early camshaft wear(along with a lot of other longterm issues. I’d love to hear what a professional(you) thinks about them!
Greetings from rolling meadows!
I'd also like to piggyback off this and ask how many times you actually saw the head bolt issue? I too after googling became concerned, but then when I looked for actual failues rates it was < 5%.
W210 E55
BMW Bring More Wrenches no thank u
As a bmw driver, I would have to say the e34 m5 is bullet proof, nice and simple, no electric headaches
Cost me My fist born to repair it? Ok you can have him, he’s 35 yrs old.
Haha I love your little skits they are hilarious!!
Incredible work. I admire your ability to form a video of this quality. From on camera presence to content in the video. It was like watching a high budget professional video. And Thank you for the heads up on what might be a new daily as I build the hell out of this GTO.
Nice review Alex! I have an 06 E55 (M113K) and definitely my favorite Mercedes engine. 176,000 miles, changed plugs at 100,000, still runs perfect
The humor and inclusion of SamCrac was so freakin funny! I was laughing so hard right from the start. Nice to see a series on a RELIABLE Mercedes product. Did I say that? Reliable? Holy crap!
Same engine builder as my C55! Have a 211 E55 now...definitely miss the C55 handling
Alex, you're the man bro. Love your lineup of cars dude
I have an 05 C55 with 75k miles. EurochargedATX tuned ECU/TCU and it’s been bulletproof and a fantastic daily driver. You’ll love it! Having all of my cats removed by EC this year for fun and to free up some power. Can’t wait.
I've got X pipes, res delete and plan to remove all 4 cats and just run the mufflers. Eurocharged admitted to me that the shorty header for our car dont show any gains over just removing the primary cats, just slight weight savings up front. If I could find a place that still make long tubes, that would be a different story. Can't pull much power out of these motors. They were at the end of their life cycle but man were they perfected.
Amggggggg! Loving the videos
Best Mercedes guy out there, more vids plzzzzz
As always great video! Keep ‘em coming!!
Great Video. As a mechanic that owned a 02 CLK 430 , I really enjoyed the way you laid out the known faults. Subbed.
Omg finally the c55 getting some love. I love mine
Another interesting note...the C55 has the nose (hood,fenders,grill,etc) from a CLK55. This was needed to fit the longer V8 into the 203 chassis which was designed only for a V6.
Great information! Though I am not a MB enthusiast this video provided a lot great details for someone like myself that love awesome cars as the one featured. Thank you. Keep it coming!!!
Congrats on the 80K subs! Loving this content. Keep it up. Yeah those wheels got to go LOL
Hahaha... Nice Samcrac cameo!!! And dude... I just got delivery of my C55 AMG two days ago!!
DUDE. The same guy built my engine!!what is happening!?
Im new here and i never even thought about AMG before, but you totally convinced me, i will get one some day soon :) I got an Audi A6 2018 atm :) but i need sumthing alot faster ;) THANK you for this great channel :)
The Spectator love my 2011 A6 3.0T, but looking forward to buying an older E55 AMG
if you have the 3.0t tune and pulley that shit!!
Many congratulations on the 80K subs:)
Great video :) love your content!
Great car, I had a 2001 s55 and loved that engine!
Your plan for upcoming series sounds PERFECT! (if the purists are happy, you aren't having any fun! Lol)
Nice car Alex . This C class is the best car that mercedes have done since 2000. I own one for about 7 year and still run very well. Nice choice. Looking foward for the next videos.
Your E55 videos led me to look a little deeper in the AMG catalog for a replacement for my MK5 R32.
I bought my 2006 C55 last October with 84000 miles on it in your backyard (Chicago).
I love the car and I was thinking the same thing you were, more noise!
I can't wait to see what you do with your C55!
Thanks for the videos!
The C AMGs are all amazing, not many small V8 cars around. Solid rwd chassis great candidate for a track car!
This engine was hand built by an Albanian. 🇦🇱 proud of my people!
Ardit Topi 🇦🇱🇦🇱🇦🇱🇦🇱🇦🇱
I was going to write the same thing 🇦🇱🇦🇱 shqipe we made it
Nice job if my people built it the damn thing would get sidetracked and start a war under the hood. #Murica
he probably stole a lot of the parts then
Just subscribed and I only subscribe to 5 or 6 channels so that says a lot about how good your vid is. Great info and energy. Thank you and see you soon.
Thanks so much Chris, means a lot. Glad you are enjoying the content and see you next video.
I am using my c55 as a daily driver. Drives comfortably in the city and perfect cruiser for long roads. The nice thing is . They are so rare. She is a real head turner. No aftermarket parts and 100% original.
Warm up your lunch in the engine compartment. I used to warm up my food in my engine compartment on the way to work almost everyday !. Lbvs .
It’s seems like a great idea... until u get cancer
Hey Alex thanks for making sweet videos! My BMW version of the C55 would be a E39, not M5 but the M-technic 540i. Had one for 7 years and 70k miles. Only thing that broke on it was the FSU unit that cost me 120$ and put it in myself in 15 minutes! Very similar power and cars, tho 5 is slightly bigger. It's people like you and Tavarish that keep me wrenching!
Very good info, thanks.
e39 is more e500 territory. plus those 4.4 v8s cost a lot to change a leaky coolant pipe under the intake manifold, like remove the heads money lol.
I had a lot of luck with my 550i e60 however you do have to keep an eye out for worn valve stem seals/guided which unfortunately is common with the n62 v8. We put 80k mi on it and unfortunately it was totaled at 155k mi but that being said it does fair well in a crash lol.
John Wu Not for me lol thanks for your opinion
broccli2007 Sorry to hear it was totaled. I only had mine from 23k-93k, no valve problems. I personally don't keep cars past 100k, any. Just to let you know that the e60 and e39 did NOT have the same V8. My comment focused on the e39 not e60 problems but I appreciate your input.
I really dig your sense of humor! You make awesome videos!
Your contents are good bro, just got my first Benz and you gave me a lot of confidence. Wish you'd upload more often though!
lol ur skits are genius
Those wheels are hideous!!! Makes the car look cheap. Love your channel sir!!! 👍
Watching this 2 years later... you were hard sellin’ it back then! It was overkill lol. You’ve come aways and were all proud! You do great Sir! Keep at em’!
How can't I like that!?!?!? The car, the approach, and the futur series
1:21 Well played sir, well played.
It is true. I owe one and doesn’t make sense to sell it at this point with only 42k miles after 13 years
Awesome Vid Alex...!
Thanks for this video m, been trying to decide which amg to buy.
You're letting all the secrets out! This is how I found my CLS55 that I bought
How did it turn out for you? I seriously want that car!
Top notch video great presentation keep up the good work mate 👍🏻
Great video!!
Extremely informative video!
For whatever this is worth in helping a potential C55 buyer, objectively speaking, it really is a fantastic car. After going from a high-revving M3 to a torque-rich 540i, I decided that was my idea of perfection: a hearty V8 in a mid-sized sedan. The C55 feels more touring car than sport car - perhaps best suited for spirited highway driving and handily overtaking just about every force-injected in the fast lane. So if generous torque and that smooth, unequalled power of a V8 is your thing, consider the C55. Yes, a manual M3 or S4 would be more engaging-though it comes at a steep cost: obnoxiously loud revs, jostling ride quality, and power you’re constantly working for - basically an 18-25 year-old’s dream. About 15% of the time I do wish I were in an M3. The rest, I’m seduced by the sound of that exhaust, the effortless power, and the refined comfort. And for what it’s worth, the C55 actually TIED the E46 M3 on the Nurbergring-straights vs corners?
As for reliability, I’ve owned a C55 since 50K miles in 2012 and it’s easily been my cheapest, most reliable car ever owned.
Eight year’s worth of non-maintenance repairs:
a) camshaft position sensor, just as video mentioned and the only time it’s broken down
b) MAF and MAF sensor
Literally, that’s it apart from routine upkeep (fluid changes, filters, rear brakes, and a new battery). Not a single electrical issue, no pixel display issues (cough), or cooling/radiator woes. This thing is a champ. It does eat thru tires, especially since they’re staggered, so no rotating. New set installed will cost you $850-$1050, depending on brand. But at 104k miles, nothing else. In fact, mine STILL has the original struts - no small thing considering my old E36 M3 required 4 pairs of new Bilsteins in the same duration of ownership.
PS: on thing to consider... a brand new, handbuilt M113 engine for a C55 would cost you $32K (for the engine alone). That is what MB of Monterey, CA recently quoted a local SLK55 owner. That’s the quality of engine you’re getting for the price of a used Honda.
The "issue" in this car reminds me of Samcrac's Mercedes Benz S600, with also four major "problems" (being the ugly wheels fitted in such a car)
Man your content just keeps getting better
Great video! Thanks.
I totally agree with you , these engines are the best and last bulletproof Mercedes Benz engines
I used to have a C55, great car. Mine had the very rare alabaster white paint.
AMGmeister
Ssup dude! Love your W211. 👌. I found your channel a while ago thanks to Legitstreetcars. Keep up the good work. Both of you 👍
Same, it was my first AMG, have a CL55 that's sitting next to my E63 4matic right now. Thinking of trading it for a C55 again and making it my daily
Oh man that must have looked amazing.
I have C32 estate with quad AMG exhaust also in alabaster white. Can you tell me something more about this color?
I have C32 estate with quad AMG exhaust also in alabaster white. Can you tell me something more about this color? Does it mean any better value?
Nice video, i love all the stuff you do,(especially Mercedes stuff). The guys name is Florim Avdija, i recognized the name since Avdija name is Bosnian (that is where i was born). Keep up the good work man.
please change those wheels. Everytime i see them i get major cringe attacks
The person who built that motor is Albanian. Florim Amdija.
Fuvking Albanian baby
Paulo Lumaj gang gang
Njish je
hi- just wanted you to know what an inspiration you are to me to DIY all my cars. Keep up the great work and you look like Nick S lol hes your cousin i bet
I am absolutely enthralled by your channel!! I binge watch your vids. You are better than awesome!!!!
Thanks brother. Appreciate that
That car is awesome, bro. So rare as well. Nice video👍👍👍👍
Good job Floridu aduj!
Florian Avdija* the guy is albanian
Great info!
I have decided to sell my Porsche and get an AMG car because of this channel
. This is now my favorite channel on RUclips.
What about the c55's older brother, the c32? I've heard it's pretty bulletproof, and it's a fun little car to drive. It also has the added bonus of being a cheap car to throw bolt ons at and see some pretty significant gains.
Great little car. I was looking at those too. Almost just as reliable but definitely just as bullet proof drivetrain wise.
LegitStreetCars that makes me happy. As i have a 60,000km 2004 c32 it should last me a while =)
I wanted to ask about that too! :D I used to have C32 and I loved it despite the rust xD it was almost every where :P BUT it was not reliable.. it had problems with air vents (the mechanism used to get stuck and it did not blow into legs) and electrical problem with BAS. Dealer replaced the braking switch and later the wireing but that didn’t help. When the BAS error came out, the cruise control didn’t work. At the end, the engine broke down. The exhaust valve of the 1st cylinder broke apart and destroyed the cylinder, the head and the piston... :( moreover I had problems with torque converter while driving easy. It put 2nd gear very ‚harsh’.
They rust like mad, otherwise great cars.
i got 2002 c32 AMG for 2500,,has some minor body issues but interior and engine are cherry.
Love the C55. Super jealous! What's your thought on the 03-06 CLK55 AMG?
The Conforti Brothers more comfy. Heavier. More electronics to go bad. More stylish. Sleek. But i dont like the rear end and hard to find them with quad exhausts
The CLK55 is a great car as well. It's number 2 on my most reliable and cheap AMG cars
CLK's are badass, GL to you.
They have the air suspension system which WILL go bad eventually and really pricey. Also camber arms are notorious although not too expensive, still a pain.
@@C63Miami No the clk55 dont have air suspension
always good content. I watch all your uploads.
Thanks Daniel, really appreciate that.
Alex
Great great car ! Keep going !
Those wheels look like the came from Pep Boys!
You forgot to mention conductor plate needs replacing on that transmission that is a common problem.
Now I know what to look for when I want to try an AMG! I didn't realize there were any reliable options.
It’s awesome to see the C55 get some love on RUclips. I’ve only ever seen 2 other ones other than mine here in middle TN but it’s a beautiful car and like you said perfect daily driver. stout enough to beat on and be fun yet comfortable and reliable enough to make it to work everyday.
Daniel Chaidez Check my channel. C55 vids!
Samcracs new car is a focus RS?
Hey Alex, love your videos. Exhaust definitely needs fixing. You don't buy an AMG to go around unnoticed. A sneaky old resonator delete sounds like the go to keep that stock look..
It's a shame that cars like this start off around 25k down under. Having a car like this would be awesome. I love owning and fixing slightly older cars that other people are afraid of owning for fear of something going wrong on them and costing them the price of the car to repair.
Also don't know what you're talking about with the wheels.....
JK, they're horrible.
Yea I tried looking at the wheels in a different light. I gave it a few days, thought about it and I can't find anything positive about the wheels. They need to go. I like the 2009 C63 wheels
Agreed. I can't think of a bad factory wheel. Funny how that* works :)
prices really suck down under, i was looking at these when i sold my E36 AMG
ebay c63 knock offs are like $500 shipped lol.
zomble E36???????
Awesome Video!!!!!!
They only made these in 05-06. My buddy had one. It was a very reliable, low maintenance (comparatively) and solid little car. This man speaks the truth.
Men i love this channel even more noww
More cows please 😍
Great find Alex! Being an Audi guy, I'm also looking into getting an older AMG thanks to your channel. My first pick though is the 2008 B 7 RS4
And you replied to my comment quickly , you the man thanks again.
What's with people and fugly wheels. 😒
You should do one of the C63 AMG M156!
still pricey
John Wu true but the point is to know how good it old especially on high mileage one.
Olomana what about the corroding head bolt issue, intake manifold leak and camshaft lobe wear on the earlier models? That alone is enough to scare someone off purchasing one....
if i could would love to get a used 2012!
4doors is better looking IMO.
I used the autotempest.com.... I could only find one with the P31 package....
65000 miles for 33k$
These are super hard to find and an amazing car. Congrats!
The E55 Wagon @ 8:32 is super clean! I just recently bought my ML320 CDI from the sale dealership and drooled over the E55 while I was there! Granville Island Auto Sales - Vancouver BC
That is good value, that still costs $17K-$28K USD here in Australia 🙄
haha the first thing I did too was head straight to carsales.com..au....
That’s true mate... for 28k I would rather have a f6 or a 300 SRT
Yes I am in Australia too. There are only ever a handful for sale in the country and for the same price you can get a newer Ford Falcon F6 or HSV Senator with more power and performance potential and cheaper overall maintenance.
Damn she is beautiful.. but those wheels got to go.. I'm def with you on that one
YOU DID A GREAT JOB!!!!
Love the W203 cars. Nice purchase
No comment on a similarly reliable BMW from a BMW guy...
Jackman this is about the MB on not BMW or else