Why you should NEVER buy a Mercedes "Luxury" SUV or Car
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- Опубликовано: 14 май 2024
- Don't buy a Mercedes without watching this video & see the whole story. I learned that these "amazing" cars can be more expensive than you could possibly imagine. Save yourself losing thousands of dollars by knowing what you are getting into BEFORE even thinking about buying a MERCEDES BENZ.
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Update: Just when I thought Mercedes couldn't get any worse. This one just caught on fire in the SHOWROOM www.boston.com/news/local-news/2020/02/20/dealership-showroom-car-fire
So, you recommend a Lexus?
Ur video resonated with me. About 2 years ago we got rid of our 2011 MBZ ML350. It was a great looking SUV. But there was always something wring with it and it cost a fortune to maintain. It was not reliable either. We spent thousands after a check engine light came on. Within 24hrs of getting it repaired, the check engine light came on again. We sold it the next day and bought an Infiniti. Unless I win the lottery, I will never buy another MBZ. Actually, even if I did win the lottery, I would buy a Lexus or Acura or another Infiniti.
@@CY-qg2sc I appreciate the feedback and kind words. I feel just how you do. Even if I was rich I still need a vehicle that is more than just good looks. Thats the real point here, big money is OK if you get big results. Thanks again and happy holidays to you.
@@amininshassi6370 Yes they are great choices. If you look on the road there are literally ancient Lexus's from 2000 still driving strong every day. The new ones have the same quality and pre owned is ok too.
@@SilverCymbal Yup. I guess Mercedes puts way too much tech? I honestly don't need that much luxury, even if I win the lottery. And if I win the lottery, I would take my family on a dream vacation traveling around the world. And I would also donate some of the lottery money to charities of course. In terms of which luxury I would buy, I guess I would pick the Lexus LS500. What car would you buy if you won the lottery? Just curious.
Tip: never buy brand new car models, Wait a year or two for the manufacture to smooth out issues. Also buy a Mercedes that was actually made in Germany, surprisingly the build quality is 100 times better.
I have seen that alot. Apparently the German ones are made very differently. Seems to make a big difference. I like their older ones a lot those seemed to be built like tanks
Are you sure it's not 10,000 times better. Let Merkel and her cronies keep their nazi sleds.
What if it was made in Finland? Good? The one I planned to buy this weekend is made in Finland
VN P European manufacturing of cars is usually a step above American manufacturing of cars, you’re car will be great.
@@vnp4110 I don't know if they are different there,
I always buy mine certified used, 2-3 years old. Half the cost of new, most of the kinks already worked out, and still have the outstanding Mercedes factory warranty service (plus they add a year extended warranty free of charge). You don't buy a Mercedes to save on the cost of gas or oil changes, you buy it because it meets your personal needs and lifestyle.
Preach brother 👍
You bought the car at half life. I have a 6 year old GlE 350 and I spent 5000 on servicing this year. I used to drive a honda and never needed to understand what parts are there in the car. With this Mercedes I'm learning about new parts every day.
Nobody thinks you're cool becasue you have a mercedes
@@SG-jv5zi hatin ah
As a European car mech.words of advice,the more a car cost the less reliable it is..
had an used e550 mercedes for 5 years, the only thing i had to replace was the tires and oil. My only complaint is that now i want another one!
Good luck with that - E only comes in a half engine - 4 cyl
@@LoveThatRod Just what were you smoking when you typed that, the E class is for sale right now in 4, 6, and 8 cylinder models.
Do the chips come in the 2022 glb250 ,I heard it was a shortage on the chips far as the burmester sound system??
You must be a mercedes salesman, how long do you work for them?
2:46
This guy: you need a special lug nut remover
Scotty Kilmer: I had to buy this tool for my customers with newer Benzes, needless to say, beautiful but endless moneypits! *laughs and puts a horse laughing meme in the background*
Hahahahahaha classic Scotty!And your description was spot on 😂😂😂😂😂
anti theft?
The reasons of the lugnut is really simple.. so in the morning you still have your rims
If you have a $60K car you shouldn't be parking it on the street at night.
@@221ddj no? Why? Good for you if you think that 60k means a house with a garage or private parking, doesn't change the fact that it is a measurement against thieves.
FreakingLunatic You can be a millionaire living in the best part of a truly urban city, I just don’t think street parking is a wise thing for $60K cars. In addition to theft, the elements and weathering make the paint look shitty,
@@221ddj in the netherlands it's common to lease a car through your own businesses or work or whatever so 60k for a car is not much. A house by the way with your own parking space and etcetera is more difficult to get. Especially with 2+ cars per family.
@@FreakingLunatic True, gotta love the Netherlands. I miss that place. Minus the weather, that's my favorite European country by far. People technically do the same thing in the states, but obviously there are differences in the culture that make it normal there and a relatively bad decision here.
My 2012 e350 has 147,000 miles and is still running perfect. So far the best purchase I've ever made no issues.
Omg
My dad use to have a E350 2012
Imagin it’s the same
What is the plate
Is it YP62CXU
Scotty Kilmer called, he wants his schtick back. 📱
REV UP YOUR MERCEDES SHIT BOXES!
Haha
Loved my E Class. Super reliable. I have owned several of them.
1994 e420
1995 e320
1997 e320
2015 e350
All were super reliable. Very durable. Excellent performance. In Europe they are used as taxi cabs that go over 400k miles.
Most cars depreciate 50% in three years. Luxury cars even more so. Not all MB are great. Just like not all Honda and Toyota's are great. The Honda Odyssey was a lemon with a bad transmission that Honda refused to fix for over a decade. Toyota's also have 4x4 transmission issues.
The S class is the pinnacle of technology. It's expensive. Well maintained they last a long time.
The ML and GLE vehicles are very reliable and durable. The newer suv is junky i agree.
You cannot compare a Mercedes, bmw or Audi to Honda, Toyota. Different class of car. Different demographic of buyers. I have owned several Mercedes and currently have a e-class and have had no issues with them at all. I get all my cars serviced at a local garage but use genuine parts. Cars do not need to go back to dealers. That's a choice you make. As for servicing - my Honda Civic had a fairly standard service schedule based on mileage or time just like my e-class does. None of the Japanese cars have a 100000 mile service schedule. That's a stupid thing to say. Premium brands charge more. That works everywhere if you buy clothes, jewellery, watches, glasses.
Premium brands do charge more, but Mercedes has stupid charges that don’t really make sense. This car is also horrible at doing basic car things by making it inconvenient to drive and use the car fully.
If you notice he also brought up Lexus, a premium brand. The parts in the Mercedes have lower longevity, so you need servicing for parts that aren’t necessary in a Honda/Acura and Toyota/Lexus until 100K.
My friend has a Mercedes, and his air vent was rattling less than 6 months after he bought it. It was very annoying, and adjusting that vent became impractical. Seeing the headlights having water in them, has made me very concerned for the Mercedes build quality.
Luxury brands being premium is perfectly fine. But you should get a luxury experience that makes driving easier and more comfortable for passengers. Not paying more for features that make your experience worse.
If you want German, go Audi or BMW (although I’ve heard BMW’s aren’t great for reliability either). Japanese luxury brands are also excellent. But a brand that makes maintaining the car difficult through proprietary nonsense, and using cheap parts that fail quickly to nickel and dime you when you’ve paid 50-100 grand is not true luxury.
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Premium brands charge stupid prices for costly "weird" parts. Why on earth use vacuum operated locks?
If you can’t afford it don’t buy it. But if you buy used get extended warranty you should be golden. I’ve owned Mercedes and have had no issues. BMW is allot less reliable.
You are spot on. Every Mercedes I have ever owned was far more reliable than any Acura/Honda I’ve owned. Acura and Honda have such shitty transmissions and my Benzes never have any issues. Comparing these cars to economy cars is like comparing a nice house to a shed.
Where does Audi stand in reliability terms?
A) every car needs an oil change usually every 10k
B)every other reason you listed is purely subjective and opinionated
C) idk where you buy your wind shield wipers but I got my pair for 40$ on my Mercedes
D) when it’s snowing sleet of course the sensors go off? There’s a big button to turn it off so don’t play dumb like it’s impossible to turn it off
D) Mercedes are known to be the more reliable and Big Bang for your buck then most luxury vehicles
What a frustrating video, this is like knowing you don’t like chocolate and then making a 10 minute rant saying how shitty and expensive Lindt chocolate is. Smh
You nailed it... he hated MB for his own reason and trying to put a video on a car he just had for 3 weeks....
@@purureddy7704 I'm in advertising and have owned pricey Merc's and Dude's like you get coaxed a lot. Merc's aren't made as qualitatively as they used to. ''Modern looking maybe'' yet frugally engineered parts is the idea here Eg Fake leather even on $100K price sticker but Americans are gullible:)) Wise up! Benz BMW & Co are the Michael Korrs of automobiles.
Trans Acumen Why single out Americans? That seems personal. Expensive MB's are sold all around the world. As for leather, I would have no problem with synthetic leather like MB-Tex. It's durable. Easy to maintain. If it's a choice, I'll choose synthetic over leather and fur. There's a market for that line of thinking.
@@tmcrae6957 So not personal. I’m American. Just tired of Americans being Fkd in the AXX by these Car Co.s . I’m in Europe quite often (TMI).
Exactly the guy just hate Mercedes, period. I have my GLE 350 with a lot of upgrades. There's nothing to not love about this car.
After 50 years driving, it is without doubts the best vehicle I've ever had.
I just bought a GLE 350 SUV (2200 miles). It’s the nicest vehicle I’ve ever had. The interior lights don’t make it so I can’t see out the windows. The controls are VERY intuitive and easy to use. The HVAC system couldn’t be more simple. If you can’t figure it out, we’ll, that’s on you, sir.
I couldn’t give a squeak about the logo being displayed “everywhere”, and I certainly didn’t pay extra for the feature.
And as far as the resale issue goes: I was able to get into this GLE 350 because when I showed up for my first service interval with my previous SUV, a GLC 300, the manager of the dealership asked if I’d be interested in trading it in. Since I’d only had it for seven months, I laughed and said that I couldn’t afford the depreciation. They actually gave me almost what I paid for it AND made such a terrific deal on this GLE 350 that it would have been idiotic not to take the deal.
Experiences differ. I get that. But your free trial couldn’t have been so bad that you’re warning people away from the brand. You just sound butthurt that some folks are paying over $60,000 for an SUV.
It isn’t a crime to have and enjoy a few nice things.
Exactly! Love this comment dude, and as a 2021 GLE450 owner I completely disagree with what this man is saying, and literally about the sensors beeping randomly and some other stuff he mentioned, it never happens on my GLE 😂.
Exactly
How about the power of the 2.0L four-cylinder engine?
@@yesboiawesomedude7957 how was the 48V EQ boot?
Sounds like this guy should’ve bought a Minivan.
I am a proud owner of MB and it’s a money pit but the ride is exceptionally smooth and nice and in an event of serious accident my chance of survival is higher than other cars out there.
Lol
I’ve had mine for several years and it’s been the best car I’ve owned. Guess it was just your experience...
Are you in the US or elsewhere?
US
Jennifer Johnson Same here
Jennifer Johnson I have GL450 and GLS550, both enjoy to use. The arguments against provided are not logical. Please note, the other luxury brands are not better. You will find flaws at any of them. I just feel presenter got bios and tried to view only from a negative perspective.
Jennifer Johnson servicing costs are'nt cheap, mercedes are great if you have money to buy & run it.
This guy has no idea!
I know. This is too funny
The OP is an idiot! We had a BMW X3. Do you really want me to get started on what a piece of crap is? BMW = Broke Man's Wheels
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@Ackj 375718 We have a GLE 350 and E300. Both have been good so far. The acceleration issues called out here are a non issue because my wife's not a lead foot. The E300 has been great too! Better than the potential 5 series I'd have thought of earlier to get.
@Ib7 h not saying you shouldn't but the X3 was an extreme clusterfuck compared to the experiences my friends in Florida I should say didn't have.
I was never a German car fan. Mostly owned Toyota, Acura including 2019 MDX Sport Hybrid.
However out of necessity (to tow a trailer) I ended up buying 2016 GLE350 (CPO at 50 % off original).
I have put 7000 miles on the car with 2000 miles towing.
Not one problem. Out of all my cars it's a pleasure to drive.
I can tell car quality (and materials) is high.
I tend to do most of my own oil changes/breaks etc.
Some of the problems you listed are common for other brands too (radar covered with snow for example).
LED lights you can dim it or turn it off.
Thank you for your review!!
I've had my Merc 4yrs bought second hand with 92 .000 on the clock ..It how has 200.000...With no major problem....it was built in Germany and I'll be buying another ...
Which model?
Which model
@@4l798I think he is driving a Lexus
@@kekchup6288 probably not one of the newer models with all those technologies because those technologies won't last long
I bought a small BMW 318 touring hatchback back in 1998. It's a European model so I guess it was made in Germany. I drive it daily and it's still as solid as a bank vault with no real major problems.
The HUD display can be lowered to not obstruct your view. Or turned off altogether if you hate it. I only found it distracting initially, now I find it useful and help me keep my eyes on the road more.
Wow, this is hard to watch!
I've been a Mercedes owner for the last 14 years, E class and now GLs-Class models the last 9 years....I would never drive anything else. They are IMO the best vehicles!
Try a long term ownership with a Lexus. Mercedes/BMW/Audi are "lease only" for shoppers who know what $ pits they really are. And the resale is abysmal because of repair costs that are stratospheric.
Oh thank you, I just purchased my first tonight and was concerned with this video!
@@islandon22 Asian cars can’t compete with ride quality and fit and finish.
@@islandon22 nope. Mercedes E-Class are incredibly reliable. I use FCP Euro for parts (lifetime guarantee on all parts including oil and trans fluid). Spark plugs $8ea vs $45ea at the dealer 🤷🏾♂️
Also a Mercedes oil change cost the same as any other car and they're way easier to do yourself. Literally pop the hood, shove a tube down the dipstick pipe, use an extractor, and within 5 to 10min you're done. While waiting swap in a new oil filter and change the air filter. Full Service A done, and you won't get dirty doing it.
The w212 chassis are hitting 1m miles and if you look to many other countries outside the US, Mercs are the car of choice. Granted Toyotas are just as reliable.
I literally just change oil, air filter and tires 🤷🏾♂️ until it's time to do spark plugs. My E350 is the most reliable car I've owned next to my old 2002 Civic SI. I've owned around 10 other vehicle's from VW, Kia, Chevy, Mitsubishi, BMW, Nissan, Honda and Toyota.
The problem with Toyotas is there suspension is trash. I drive a lot and was having back problems with my Corrola then the same with the Camry and I've tried the blue gel seat pads. They just don't do well on rough roads, especially the Corrola.
Mercedes-Benz cars are definitely reliable and in truth are better suited for the owner willing to turn a wrench.
maybe your mercedes was made in germany not in the us
I have a GLC 300, and have had no issues at all. Yes, the battery was expensive, but the original battery last ❤for over 5 yrs. I bought it used when it was 2 yrs old, and paid a good price. The thing I like most about it is, the ac works better than any car I have ever driven. Also, I had the car for 4 yrs and a dealership offered only $3,500.00 less than what I paid for it. And what’s even better is, I had it for about 3 months and paid it off in full.
Best car I’ve owned. Almost 100,000 miles and not one issue.
@@TheDrillsgt833 very nice
I'm on my second C class. My first was a 2007 c230 and it was incredible. Never one problem. I now own a 2015 c300 AMG spec and I love it.
How much milage did the c230 have i have a c240
I've owned ML350 E63 now im driving 2016 gle63. Love all of them
I've had 4 Mercedes cars in the past 10 years and I love them, thats why I keep coming back. The technology is like no other. Currently I own an 2018 S class and love it!
I have a 2011 S class. Best Car ever.
somebody is jealous
Mercedes technician here and I also own a 2014 E550.
Insane value for the money and from the minute I bought it I never went backwards in the loan.
Four Mercedes in 10 year 🤔mmm, it seems they ain't that good then?
Thank you so much for this video. My thoughts are clear now!!
FYI, the height of the head-up display can be adjusted so as not to obstruct your vision. The brightness of the display can be adjusted as well. It's not that hard if you actually go into the function using the steering wheel controls or just try reading the manual. Try driving a Chrysler 300 if you want to know what a real piece of crap is.
Robert Anon Except a Chrysler 300 doesn’t cost a premium arm and a leg when brand new, and a 300 doesn’t lose almost half of it’s insane premium value in just two years like a typical Merc does, and a 300 doesn’t have a million little crazy, unnecessary and expensive little electronic components that barely all work together and fail anytime the wind blows, and basic vehicle maintenance or repairs on a 300 wouldn’t cost as much as two months car payments. All in all your comparison was weak and desperate. Maybe the Chrysler 300 is a crappy car like you claim, I’ve never owned one. But if we’re going to compare a relatively dirt cheap Chrysler’s quality to that of a “premium” car like a Mercedes Benz like you’ve done then it absolutely must be pointed out that these two brands are on two completely different levels of expectations based solely on their overall effects to ones bank accounts.
Sawashi32 I take it you drive a Chrysler 300? 😂
Rob S I take it you either didn’t see or didn’t read the part of my comment where I said “I’ve never owned one” 🤔 The OP just made an extremely poor, weak and irrelevant comparison between Mercedes and Chrysler hence my comment. Two entirely different brands with different purposes on different planes and completely different pros and cons. Personally I’ve never owned a Chrysler and don’t plan to just talking the honest and obvious truth. Oh, and since you’re asking, I daily drive a 2006 Nissan Xterra SUV and for hobby and for fun I own a 2016 fully loaded Camaro SS that I’m in progress of heavily modifying to eventually make 700 to 800 horsepower. The very car pictured in my user profile pic.
Robert Anon When you suggest that he read the manual, you assume he is literate. If he expects heat to blow out of the center of the dash, I think you might be giving him too much credit.
Sawashi32 And yet the reviewer in this video does just that when he uses Toyota and Mercedes in the same sentence. 🍏 to 🍊
You must have just got a lemon, I've owned several Mercedes GL450 and I've never experienced the issues you're talking about. I currently have a 2019 and it's functions perfectly. Maybe you should just file a lemon law case and get your money back.
sea ray I had lots of MB’s such as the cls, ml, gla, c class and none of them had any of those problems either
Same here. I think this guy just hates Mercedes 😂😂. Thank god he’s not a car guy
I think this guy is a chip ass bitch. Stay with your Toyota
I agree with this comment and all ur sub-comments
I own 2012 Mercedes Viano and its fine. Just little bit squeeky noise due to lose bolt on seats but yeah.
Always good to hear another perspective. I owned and E class. It was a prestige buy and certainly not practical. I enjoyed the Mercedes experience. I also paid for $1200 alignments $650 oil changes and $800 brake maintenance. After 5 year I sold at a lost. I moved on to a Lexus. The Lexus is more of a well designed appliance without flair. However, it excellent in reliability and purpose. Cost effective luxury but lacks German flair and specialness. It will hold it value and be cheap to maintain
Then you were getting ripped tf off . 100 dollar alignment at dealership in Nc . 200 max oil change . Break change a little pricey 450
@@Greg-jl4wv No, that brake price is common at the dealers. I just buy my own parts (OE stuff) and have a local mechanic put them on. Cuts the cost over half.
@@Greg-jl4wv You will not get ANY Benz brakes replaced for $450. Assuming they aren't special AMG stuff, plan on $800-1200 per axle depending on the vehicle going to a Benz dealer.
@@MrStangdawg Well, there's your problem. Don't go to a dealer.
I work for Mercedes. Those costs are totally inaccurate. You got ripped by that dealer
One of the best videos with arguments I’ve ever seen! Thanks God that there is still reasonable and rational people! Nice job! Well done! 👌🏻👌🏻👏🏻
I purchased my car and I've had it for 5 years now and still runs amazingly... the dealership even repairs cosmetic stuff.. never had this happened with other brands, will have my car until it stays, I love it.
How many miles?
I’m on my 12th Mercedes and never had one of the issues you mention. Plus with snow covering the sensors in your video, I don’t know of a current vehicle/tech that that wouldn’t have similar issues...
Exactly I've owned other vehicles that did the same thing when the sensors are covered or dirty.
If they are so reliable then why their value drops so much?
@@dhhbtd Supply vs. demand. People that can afford to buy a lightly used luxury car can buy a brand-new luxury car ordered to their specifications and will replace said cars sooner meaning.... there are quite a few of them used but the majority of the market wants new. Basic economics.
True-My Camry 2018 does the same thing(sensors) So I don't think it's confined to just one car.
He just hates mercedes and is jealous he cant afford one mercedeses are the best
Great video! So true.
Had my GLK 220d 4 magic for 9 years. Zero problems. Battery, light bulbs still original. Just sold it and got a certified used GLC 220d. Diesel, 194 bhp, 7,000 miles, facelift model. Drives like a dream. Hope it will be as reliable as the GLK
Your voice make me undertand everything. Go. Buy a blazer!
Go and buy Fiat. You cant scerry me. Im a Mercedes fan.
Fiat....Now we really have hit all time lows. Waiting for them to leave the US for a second time.
Funny you said that. I don’t need to buy a Fiat. I have a MB that rusts like one, and has even more mechanical issues. Ive had both.
Fiat always module problems
Tell him🤣
If you can afford $60k Benz, who gives a crap about MPG. Personally I love my GLC63 ❤️
So you arent living in Woodland are you.
So happy I found this video. I’m shopping around and fell in love with the gle, now I’ll most likely go with the Lexus RX 450 hybrid
honestly, i have one and the only thing i agree in expensive and lights are distracting, but the car is so far reliable and nice
I bought my brand new Mercedes C300 in 2009 and performs like it's still brand new. No major issues, except when I have to replace the vacuum pump recently. I did get a 25% healthcare worker discount which really helped. Their customer service is exceptional as well. I live in California btw. Too bad you had a bad experience with it. I'd buy another Mercedes in the future in a heartbeat. Take care of your car and your car will take care of you, that's all I gotta say.
👍I hope he gets that memo
U bought a c class so it doesn't count because it's a cheaper model without all the crazy features that break and cost a lot to keep going like air ride etc
Exactly. I hated this video
Definitely!
2004 sl600 just under 100k miles, well serviced all its life and garaged for two years now my daily driver and expecting at LEAST 100k more miles with the v12 engine take
I have heard some really bad horror stories about Mercedes. I do agree with a lot of what you said and I mean A LOT. However I currently own a 2018 Mercedes GLC and honestly I love it. I have owned it for 4 years. Bought it in 2019 and have had no issues. Sometimes you just get POS suv or car.
how much miles are on the odometer? I'm considering getting a 2017 GLC myself, is maintenance expensive?
Very informative 💪💪💪💪
I had my first ML350 for 4 years and loved it never had any problems, than I got my second ML350 and I love it and still have absolutely no problem with it.
I have 2011 ml350 n is physically n mechanically amazing
I have a 2013 ML350 diesel. Absolutely love it with no problems.
Wow diesel? Where are you? Are you in America?
Have one. Love it, no problems
I know they're amazing 9 years old but is in nice condition
Wait hold up so your telling me it was a shock to you to use 91 octane in a luxury vehicle 😂
For an AMG no, but for this mid size "family" suv, yes and I think for many others they are shocked to see how much more they must spend on fuel
Silver Cymbal I wouldn’t be shocked, it’s a Mercedes
Sébastien Fischer right, this guy is clueless. Drive a Corolla and stfu
Silver Cymbal It’s a mercedes...if you have money to pay a 80k lease or loan then you can pay for premium gas. Perks of having a mercedes..
Have had numerous Mercedes in my family and every single model requires premium fuel. But I don’t understand how that’s a big deal because even a maxima recommends premium.
I have a ml 350, 2017 first Mercedes-Benz I ever had and it won't be the last, fantastic motor.
Love the video... New subscriber 👍
Lol, too much BS & exaggeration!
Loved my Mercedes. Got it used lasted 10 years, maintenance wasn't even that high cost. When you look at the cost to repair other cars it really falls close to it. This guy doesn't know what he's talking about at all. His first issue was buying it brand new off the lot.
Yeah but as fun to watch as crazy gilligan's island😏
You’ve obviously never owned a Mercedes
The depreciation is why I bought both of my Mercedes used. I got a great price on each and love them. No squeaking and they’ve both been super reliable and comfortable. all high end luxury cars depreciate like a stone after you buy them: Lexus, BMW, even Bentley and rolls. That’s why buying used is often a smarter move if you want to own a car like that.
Great idea to let rich people with money to burn on the latest new vehicle and let them enjoy the pricey $30 per day plus $1 per mile driven depreciation.
I would hazard to guess that the majority of the individuals buying 0 mile high end mercedes are leasing rather that purchasing; ergo the CPO programs. I totally agree with you. I love having the option to purchase a vehicle that was $100,000 new for 2/3 - 1/2 the price a couple years later that is certified, and usually with an extended company warranty. Currently all of our family cars have been purchased this way, and once you pass a certain point the re-sale value levels out. The poster makes his point, but really what car company does not come with the same issues and same devaluation. The trick to owning these cars is in understanding where the parts etc. come from. Like many companies the parts etc. are not special to the car. They are often made for other cars under a different logo but identical, and much cheaper. It does not matter if you take your car to a MB dealer or a GM dealer for service you are going to get hit in the shorts, the flat rate always get you. I question the individual who owns a mercedes regardless of how wealthy they are that takes the MB to the dealership to get an oil change. Any shop can do basic maintenance, only when it comes to issues that require specific scanning tools would I go that route and even then there are plenty of Indy shops that specialize in servicing high end cars that can do anything an MB shop can do for a fraction of the price, not to mention there is so much information available online etc. it really becomes a question of how much are you willing to, can you do yourself. A $20 shop manual download will empower you and save you a lot of money.
Perhaps the poster should make a video about the "potential" pitfalls of purchasing an MB and the many ways to circumvent the same instead of making one stating "never" buy a MB.
Mercedes theyre nothing more than money pits PERIOD.
My dad use to have an 2010 e250 then A 2012 E350 then 2017 e220 then 2019 S400dL amg line exclusive premium +
All has been amazing
notice he kinda got one every few years to help avoid major maintenance tho :/
Doesn’t even seem like the same company as it was 30 years ago. It’s like the opposite, instead of understated pure quality and solid reliability, they’re gaudy cheap and loaded with useless features. While these new cars end up in Junkyards there’ll still be old W123s chugging along a million miles or more.
100% agree with you. It's funny that people think I hate MB, I bought 3 of them and I didn't hate them at all, I really hare what they have become. The old MB were truly the best. Today's cars are something entirely different.
@@SilverCymbal I agree that the old ones were more reliable but anything with fewer systems has fewer points of failure. The same applies to all car manufacturers. There is a reason why Toyota Corolla is by far more reliable than the higher end Toyotas
I think I would have titled the video "Issues (or negative points) with buying Mercedes Luxury vehicles" - rather than "Never Buy". Also, for first time buyers, they do want the aspirational value which comes with a Merc. That is also worth considering. Once you've had a few, you can see the issues and baggage which comes with it.
Why are german cars so reliable here in europe then? Litterally taxis prefer mercedes e classes than toyotas.. swedens taxis have most mercedes e class station wagon.
Maybe because like Toyota cars built in Japan have better QA testing then American or Outsourced manufacturing plants?
Exactly man...... If mercedes and bmw is as bad as these RUclips and website reviewers say then how come they're still operating....... Point of a luxury car is it's name... LUXURY.... It's not for the shallow pockets.
In German taxi driver get something like 40% of retail on a new Mercedes. You get nice work with a nice car. But drive cars value in quickly before the car ask for a lot of maintenance
In Germany Mercedes is playing on its reputation... the scrutiny is more intense and QA including inspections (TÜV) are rigide.
In the USA not such...
The work well also in the deserts of Africa and the Middle East. That must be saying something.
Thank you so much for this video, I am in a 2019 GLC 300 and I am trying to get rid of it for GLE 350, but it drives so well, but the maintenance is crazy expensive.
I bought my 2001 ML 320 new and I’ve loved it for nearly 20 years (137,000 miles). Maintenance has averaged $120.00 per month after the four year warranty - I keep detailed records. I like to compare that cost with the cost of replacing a car I really like and enjoy.
I completely agree those MLs from those days were made like old Mercedes and they still have good resale value. Fast forward ahead, you will not find the same level built in todays vehicles.
@@SilverCymbal we got the first run of the ML when it came out. 1998 ml320. car still runs! its been reliable. but I'd have to disagree with you on build quality. fit and finish was garbage. even for its day. squeaks creeks and rattles from day 1. paid $1k extra for a BOSE stereo. more like BLOWS. subwoofer rattled the doors. cheap plastic everywhere. this was the era of cost cutting. build quality still hasn't come back to what it was in the 70s and 80s. BUT fit and finish is waaay better than it was in the mid 90s early 2000s. That being said, the motor on the ML320 is still running like a champ!
I have a theory about depreciation: Excluding limited editions/productions, people who have the money for luxury vehicle want it new. There are not a lot of buyers who who pay a slightly discounted luxury price for a high end car.
Most luxury brands have a high depreciation rate but if you choose to purchase such an expensive vehicle why would you want to sell it 2 years later. You are better off leasing. If I am going to purchase an expensive vehicle I plan on keeping it for a long time. Luxury cars are very complex due to having so many options so you should take some time to read the owners manual to get yourself familiar with all of the vehicle’s features.
timothy wilson if you plan on keeping an expensive vehicle it only makes sense to go ahead and let those people sell it to you for half the price two years later.😂
Chosen Idea Good point!
Reading the manual will not prevent it from breaking down. In fact my manual says Mercedes have a ‘state of the art paint job’. So why did it rust out in just 7 years?
@@mitchigan7141 you wouldn't be mad if a Toyota rust because it was not expensive to buy but you will always complain about Mercedes with a little bit fault because you bought it with a high amount of money
My friend just got a brand new 2021 GLE 53 AMG. Turbo already had to be replaced twice within the first few months. Of course factory tow package does not come with a brake controller for him to tow an Airstream, so he's been trying to figure out how to get a brake controller to work with it to no avail. But some people are just meant to own these cars and they are way beyond money/practicality, so I'm happy for them.
The reason for a heads-up display is to be able to see your speed and other info without taking your eyes off the road. The display does not obstruct your view it blends with it. Safety is big with Mercedes and they pride themselves on it. The sensors get packed with snow and do alert you, but they are working. You can simply disable them until the snow is cleared. If it wasn't snowing, those same sensors would be saving you from an accident. You'll find all cars that have crash protection and life safety sensors will all act up when they are blocked, not a Mercedes exclusive issue. If your LED lights are too bright, you might want to dim them down a bit, pretty simple like every other adjustment you can make in any car. OK I'll give you the rear seat clearance sucks, but if you really need to sit 7 people, you're better off with a full size vehicle like a Yukon or Escalade not a smaller SUV. Oil changes can be done once a year or twice a year, your choice. They are expensive, but not much more than changing your oil every 3 - 5k miles. Add up the costs.
Would not be without the HUD
They build great cars- that is why they are expensive and it you take care of it they last forever.
Perhaps true for their 1970’s and 1980’s cars, which were designed by engineers, rather than accountants - but in my opinion, not so true for today’s cars (or even those of recent years).
This is what happens when you're supposed to drive a Buick but end up with a luxury automobile. Never seen anyone rant so much about a brand. Somethings a miss here.
Yeah...you can't spell amiss!
Ur a hater!
What's wrong with a Buick
@@jamespong6588 it's a cheap copy of a German Opel which was recently sold to Peugeot-Citroen, LOL! Another decent brand that went downhill.
I just bought my 4th CLS and loved everyone of them. Great riding cars and very safe to drive.
I will keep buying then for sure.
Oh and if the costs of repairing these cars is to much for you then DON'T BUY ONE !
My 2010 grand edition CLS has been amazing. Routine servicing and tyres are all its cost me.
We did have to replace the front springs after a big pothole smash but that was my fault, not the cars. IL happily buy another in the future based on my 10 yrs of ownership. Only complaint I really have is no cup holder in the front lol.
@@bricktop. good for you ; take care of your MB and it will take care of you :)
Thank u , why does everyone say bad things about Mercedes they are the best dogs
@@juliodiaz3948 because they are jealous and can't afford them !
Well said
omg I am so happy I watched this before purchasing my birthday SUV this year
In our E class 2019. Never experienced the problem with the LEDs and barely ever with the sensors.
I love the AMG E63. I know it has a ridiculous amount of electronics that will go wrong. In about 5-7 years though. They are great cars with a warranty
I road in the back seat of a 450 many years ago. That experience alone persuaded me to never get one. A tank would've been a smoother ride.
My Mercedes-Benz GLC hasn't had any problems you mention till now, I brought it a few years ago and it's still in great condition...
Just got a certified used GLC 220d 4 magic from the dealer. Diesel 194bhp with just 7,000 miles. It's the Facelift one and your comment feels reassuring 🍺
@@blackcatsarenopussies same, I too have a GLC 220d 4-Matic but in the 2018 model for new, It has never ever disappointed me, just had to go for oil changes since it a diesel
Informative video. The wet snow sticking to the parking sensor will set it off and will drive you crazy.
Sure did. super loud alarm and pop up too. Never could figure out how to easily reduce the volume for the alarms either.
So we make excuses because ‘German engineering’ can’t figure out how to remedy the problem. LMAO!
Its actually all parking sensors in all vehicles. It's a parking sensor issue not a car make issue.
@@allskiing I agree my 2017 Volvo XC90 does the same thing but the camera and 6 inches away from collision line is always accurate. Is anyone having trouble with their keyless entry sensors in the door handles when it rains!? I'm noticing a delay and sometimes you literally have to wipe the water away for it to work at which point I could just use the key fob.
If you buy expensive car and you are worried with depreciation then you should not buy expensive car, it's same with every car brand, even cheap cars depreciate rapidly that's how market works, and depreciation does not mean you lose something, that car drives to success not matter what car is, if you buy brand new Mercedes and don't earn as much as cost of new Mercedes in period you drive that Mercedes you should not own one (most of first owners change it in 5 years) .
Not sure what is happening in America, but in Europe is different story with Mercedes.
I just priced a MB SL, VIN: WDDJK6FA7GF037528 / 2016 with 6,700 miles on it. Pretty new. Sold originally for $97,000 now selling for $49,000 (from a dealer too) not what someone actually got on a trade, they probably got $39k It cost them $7 per MILE to drive that car. Find a Lexus like that.
I can't understand what is with Mercedes in USA, but in Europe is different. Even crashed Mercedes cars don't lose value like you say.
I can't say anything about Lexus, i have seen in my life more Mustangs(mustang is rare in eu) then Lexus cars but that's just me maybe.
@Raschaud Farmer i don't want to be advocate for MB but market changed not MB, MB quality in EU is great and they sell more cars then ever, and used car prices are ok, you can find it cheap but probably neglected or taxi, but as i said good cars even when crashed retain value, and that's not case just with MB. I still not understand problem in USA, is it bad quality or used car market is bad... Or maybe both?
@Raschaud Farmer Sir you understand the point exactly!
Silver Cymbal It’s how the market works, cars will always depreciate it’s value, from expensive cars to the cheap cars. If you’re so worried about that, just lease a car like that, or don’t even get it. Invalid
argument I see sir.
I rented an S class - never got the HVAC system to work. Had to drive with open windows because it heated up the cabin.
Great video, speaking the truth
True. I gain nothing whether you buy a MB, Toyota or something else, but if I can help one person the experience it's worth it. Everyone come to the same conclusion eventually, but while you own one it's hard to be objective. Recent MB quality news: www.caranddriver.com/news/a35498170/mercedes-benz-emergency-call-system-recall/
@@SilverCymbal I will never buy Audi, BMW, or MB they are not reliable. I like to call them Pretty junk cars.
The reason the headlights have moisture in them is because they are fully LED and dont make enough heat to "burn" off the moisture like a regular headlight that has incandescent bulbs or HID bulbs.
nabob14 ...so MB engineers can’t figure out what to do, for $100+k? Joke!
Mitch Igan all they care about is making it look nice. You can’t polish a turd but you can make it look nice!!
its weird that in finland i have never seen new mercedes or bmw suffer from water/ice inside the headlight, maybe one faylty car built in usa plant doest mean all them are bad, at least ones built in germany
I have a Toyota and Subaru with LED's they don't have the issue.
@@SilverCymbal yeah, 99% of those mercedeses doesnt suffer from that issue too? So if few car of hundreds of thousands suffers some problem doesnt mean they are bad cars
Imagine if he got a BMW
Bring My Wallet
BMW= break my wallet
Buy more warranty BMW
Talk to credible veteran master mechanics/technicians. MB & BMW now operate off of (& exploit) their prior reputations for excellent quality. NOW, the newer models are loaded with hyper-complicated electronic & computerized gadgetry that WILL malfunction & cost the owner egregious amounts of $$$ to maintain & repair. Also both makes are actually using PLASTIC parts all over the engine bay 😳😳😳. They're mostly over-priced JUNK.
@@SoundScientist1 every car nowadays have plastic in the engine bay
I got a 2010 MB c class and my wife has a 2015 Audi A3. My MB runs after 170k(km) no problem at all not even a little plastic, but the Audi only run 40k and it’s start leaking coolant from water pump. I already convinced my wife to buy a MB for next car and she like it :)
Feel like the older mercedes are more reliable than the newer once, less tech.
Love the 80s Mercedes. The most durable, best quality materials, built like tanks. The W124 can go million miles
MB is bad only because you cannot afford it. I have been driving several Mbs in past 20 years, they are excellent without major problems.
Just because you've been lucky, doesn't excuse MB for ranking 21 in reliability this year. I've been driving them for 26 years.
With MB you either get lucky or you don’t.
Too much of a gamble in my opinion.
@Ackj 375718 make your own better car then its easy af to talk shit
I agree
@Ackj 375718 good for u
Yea I'm still gonna buy one😏
Sounds like a good move, what could go wrong?
I will see you one 🤙 Mercedes-Benz certified sales right here. They’re amazing!
Anyone who loves german cars have never owned one. They know nothing about these cars. It breaks and its a money pit. Lol.
Troy Truong sure people who own German cars have never owned one😏 I wonder who those people that buy generation after generation are. Young man people buy cars for different reasons, so if it's not your cup of tea then don't buy it.
@@SilverCymbal there is something called vehicle warranty
Your right about the service your right about the 3rd row seating and lighting and all the extra noises it makes,
I have a 2016 C class with 50000 miles on it by now and no problems so far. Service costs at the dealership have been around $700 per year for regular A or B service. Not cheap but not overly expensive either and you're covered by the Mobilo warranty for a year if something happens. The problem with sensors icing up in the winter is a common problem with all cars more or less. The value depreciation is not as fast here in Europe, must be something to do with the american car market in general I guess.
You would spend $800+ for a 50k service at Ford. Your MB is the right choice
No problem here in Australia. You like cheap things, then Mercedes-Benz is not for you.
I bought a 2009 ML 63amg in 2013, and paid $45K. Those are worth over $100K new.
Nearly 160K miles on the odometer, and it still runs great! Granted, every time it needs repairs, it's pretty expensive, but this 11 year-old sport SUV still kicks ass!
I ended up buying the Benz LOL thankfully it’s been perfect for the 2 yrs I’ve had it so far. I really love it. I must have just got lucky.
Scott Kilmer can tell you Toyotas can do over 300k miles without any costly repairs. Just oil changes. Lol.
@@mingpoyang True, but 503 hp is fun and obviously comes at a price! However, buying used still saves a lot of money. Now that I'm older, my priorities have changed. My wife still has the 2009 ML63, but I sold my 2013 Audi RS 5 in 2018, and now I drive a 2007 Honda CRV.....LOL!!! 😂 😂
@@mingpoyangScotty Kilmer is a dinosaur that should be in the coffin already
Great Video. Forgot the mention all the cheap plastic Mercedes is using for their "high-end" vehicles. They use to be way more luxurious, practical, and durable back in the days.
Agree 100%. The old ones were beyond amazing. These are living off that legacy but fail to deliver
I have a 2001 E320 I bought used in . I did not have much problem just normal wear and tear. The ride, the seats still are more comfortable even compare to other brands' brand new.
So I bought another used R500. Since I bought used, the price was so low and I got to enjoy all the comfort and luxury features. It is a joy to drive and so comfortable for both driver and passengers especially on those long trips. And those are just bonus, the main reason I bought Mercedes is its safety. I talked to quite a lot of customers, some of the Mercedes owners told me how they walked away from collisions with minor or no injury while the other side needed ambulance. Look up an accident on Brookhurst in Fountain Valley CA happened on 05/04/2021, all occupants on a KIA SUV died while the 2 persons in the Mercedes sedan got out and got to the hospital on their own.
For more than 10 years that I owned the car I put regular gas most of the time and only put premium when on long trips and it seemed OK.
To each their own, for me I am willing to spend extra for extra protection.
It's amazing how many mercs are broken down on UK motorways.
Man who is this guy Scotty Kilmer’s brother😂 after watching this I was so shocked that I didn’t hear a Rev up you’re engines!! at the intro 😆
I'm not quite as nuts as him....yet
Scotty talked me out of buying a German car.
@@bekahdennis4455 @Scotty Kilmer is crazy but he also is the real deal. I watched his video a couple of years ago and thought he was nuts. He could not have been more spot on
@@SilverCymbal your video only backed it up. They are money pits even if you have the money and buy a used one.
@@bekahdennis4455 As many folks here that are angry with me for not sharing a gushing experience, they will find out the same conclusion. I bought a Toyota Landcruiser after this and could not be happier. This was the 3rd MB I drove, and the last.
We own a 2018 gle350 we owned it for 2 years now no problems
I still love ❤️ Mercedes
My family own other Benz models for years but still no problems
You are lucky. The quality isn't what it used to be, this just in: Mercedes explodes while still at the dealer! www.boston.com/news/local-news/2020/02/20/dealership-showroom-car-fire
Fuck off u dumbshit. U cant conclude a car is a good reliable car if its not 130k+ miles! Typical short term owners comment.
Troy Truong ok go fuck yourself
Troy Truong if you weren’t born there wouldn’t be a definition of a mistake
Insta_Kill63 lol
Appreciate this commentary. It's true, there's a lot of "you get what you pay for" - but there's also a lot of "I didn't know I'd be paying for that..." as well.
We bought a new lexus in australia, but we looked at other luxury brands as well . Then we decided to buy a lexus and i tell you what , they really, really go out of their way to give you the best ownership experience ever and i mean they look after their customers, it is an incredible beautiful experience. I do love other luxury brands but they don't come anywhere near lexus and that is fact.
I agree, plus the cars last forever. I have a 10 year old Lexus convertible that is still flawless.
@@SilverCymbal Sounds like a nice car @Silver Cymbal .
another outrageous perk is that configuring a Mercedes you discover that most features are optional, and can substantially increase the car price
But at least with a Mercedes, even base models are loaded with features that most buyers won't need. In fact, a loaded Toyota Highlander costs around the same as a base GLE with the same amount if features
Try a cheap Asian car.
You got to pay to play 🤷🏾♂️
QuestForTruth Make it to 100k miles no issues, then it’d be in conversation of “play”
Enjoyed Your Video! I Purchased my Own Scanner so I know exactly what is going on! Sad, Mercedes are Beautiful Automobiles. But the service costs are Ridiculous!
They do tell you what the service will cost BEFORE you buy one. If that is an issue, you can always buy a Honda.
I love this new beige color interior! It looks more like a tan brown now
Good review. Just had a 2020 GLE for a loaner for a few days and it was nice. However, side sensors drove me nuts. Sensitivity can be adjusted but then it won’t detect impact as early. The worst part is the MBUX navigation system. Slow and useless in finding any addresses. Google Maps was faster and recognized more streets.
Sounds very similar to what I found. It felt like a cobbled together system of electronics that had too many issues. In the middle of a conversation the system would constantly think you were addressing it. Felt like a beta version of a car to me.
@@SilverCymbal Many cars act like this in the snow. If the sensors get covered with ice and snow they do exactly what happened in your case. Just shut them off. I have the exact same problem with the sensors on my Escalade when snow is sticking on the body panels.
Own two Mercedes. Have had zero issues. My favorite is the GLS450. Best sub by far. Quality is far above competitors. BTW, all cars drop significantly in value when buying new.
agree
this video is part of a campaign to kind short the value of mercedes’ so hedgefunders can profit. my gle 360 didn’t go down in fact it’s maintained it’s value if i put it on the market
make this clear: hedgefunders also collude with influencers , ppl behind the NFT and digital currencies have ties to hedgefunders.
the gamestop event was a life threatening blow, two major hedgefunders had to get robinhood saved. they need to recover loses.
and this on the video is not on the side of his subscribers
350 not 360
Agree. Not sure what this guy's motive is but he has to be getting paid off by other manufacturers.
@@prakashpatel6307 I've been in the car industry for 30+ years. And this guy is telling the truth. From a fabulous car company Merc turned into a magnet for rich snobs who love to waste money and flash on the street with their idiotic lit logo on the grill. I'd never touch a Benz that's younger than 1985.
It was one of he biggest mistakes of my life, so expensive to keep on the road and had a MB dealership attempt to install petrol engine spark plugs on my diesel 250 GLC D. Own one of these cars are get ready to rip up money really fast
How do you know they attempted to install them, did they tell you or were you in te workshop watching them? Diesels don't use spark plugs, they use glow plugs which are different in everyday to a standard petrol spark plug...they literally wouldn't even be physically able to install them !!!
Appreciate, was considering to get it, not anymore.
The only thing I hate about Mercedes is that service is so expensive
Sure is. There are some interesting videos on YT stating that the rotors are setup in a such a way that you must replace them with the pads every time, not sure if it's true but he seemed pretty convinced. If that's true that could add up big time.
@@SilverCymbal my mom's car is a Mercedes Benz a170 and it cost like 6 or 10 thousand for service
@@wlxxvc - Don't believe you. You are making that up.
@@E55KEV NO IM NOT😡
@@SilverCymbal I have 3 Mercedes now and never had to do that nor ever recommended. Just replaced rear pads on 1 AMG couple weeks ago. Pads cost me $70.
i feel like more people should do their research before buying cars like these. looking at the comments, it seems that some people didn’t. you have to know what you’re about to get yourself into !
I agree! It's too expensive for repair and maintenance which happened quite often.
Had a mercedes almost 3 years, no repairs and best car we ever owned of many brands
Thank for information
Mercedes has bumper to bumper warranty does it not? Needs to be fixed u bring it in they give u loaner Mercedes come back pick it up. That's been my experience anyways.
Tj Severino dude I think this guy hates Benz. Every Benz owner I know love them
ross facts. Most of what he’s saying is highly exaggerated & untrue atleast from a Canadian standpoint.
Bloody inconvenience of the hassle involved! Cars are now a test bed for future developments.
Yep same here
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He is crazy but he knows his stuff
@@SilverCymbal what exactly do drive?
Scotty is cheap, period.
Craig Burroughs he is gettin a celica.
The auto emergency braking on new cars has caught me out a few times.
I’d be reversing say out of the garage and all of a sudden the car slams on the brakes when there’s no obstacles around, makes you think you’ve hit something