The S400 is a living nightmare, period!!! The so-called "hybrid" fails, with the Power Control Module, and the High Voltage Generator; the car will simply not start and leave you stranded, or worse! And the cost of replacement is $12,000! And no you can't simply purchase a used unit, because they all suffer from the same burn-out failure, and no one can work on these cars; even the main dealer only had one technician. I had two units replaced under warranty; each with the same issues. It is a serious design fault that Mercedes tried to ignore, and brush under the carpet, even though there were warnings sent to the dealership. Replacement units are ordered from German on an "exchange" policy, so normally no one gets to see what failed including the technician, as the unit is sealed. As luck would have it, my dealer forgot to return the failed unit and left it in the boot; so after asking if they wanted it back, which they declined, I decided to dismantle it, to see what the cause was. The Power Control Module has three separate phases which receive voltage from three generators attached to the fly-wheel. One of the phases had been subjected to so much power it had caught fire and melted the coil wire in half! Oh, and let's not forget the Power Control Module, is a sealed air-tight unit, and the S400 had a 60amp generator, so imagine how many amps had to be sent through the wire to catch fire and melt it! My car even after the two replacement units, would start once, and then it may or may not start again, and don't forget it has a stop/start system that "can't" be turned off, so every time you go below 7mph the shuts down, and could leave you stranded with no power. So dangerous was this; imagine trying to turn across oncoming traffic and finding your engine isn't restarting, that my insurance company determined the car dangerous to the point they totaled a 4 yrs old S-class and paid me out! I love the S-class, so I purchased a reliable S63 with no safety issues. So if you are tempted by an S400, please don't the cars can be lethal!
How is the transmission on the 2012 s550? I heard the newer ones like a 2017 have transmission issues. I was considering buying a used 2012 s550 with 90k miles for cheap.
I was thinking to buy a S class Diesel 2012 with dealership maintenance with 70 000 Miles on it I really like it but I want any advice will be welcome thank you!
really love this car but after hearing the potential problem that it may cause on the s350 2009 or 2008 i wouldn't go there. better of with a lexus 470
@EEPRODUCTIONSKLB: I’m really considering buying a W221 2013 S550 4Matic with less than 50000 miles (for Classic car restoration [last year of production] and for leisure) what is your advice on this consideration since I’m getting mixed reviews on actually owning this type of car with corrosion problems, transmission problems, timing chain problems & suspension problems…Is it worth it?
Myself I would love an s500 W140, the last of the real S-class. But I would not be surprised that it would cost quite a lot to get it into perfect working order. The last W140 rolled off the production line 26 years ago...
@@EEPRODUCTIONSKLB I agree with you the W140 has been reportedly the best generation of S-Class Mercedes…In your opinion what is the next best generation?
@@vytautaslegrandas6811 w220 I have one is a great car the body style today still look amazing yeah I gotta few problems but I fix it after that everything great .
I owned a 2004 V220 (W220 Long wheel base), it only had 60,000 when I bought it. The engine was the better 3.7 litre V6 unleaded Petrol (Gas for u Yanks!). It had a 5 speed auto. It was a nice car, sure, however I would not buy the 3.5 litre Petrol due to the harmonic balancer shaft sprocket being soft and will wear terribly. The 3.7 and 5 speed worked very well together. I liked the look of the W221 and also wanted a diesel, So that’s what I bought. The seats are way better, all around it is a nicer more muscular looking vehicle. I’m in Australia and drive interstate so for this and many other reasons diesel was the pick for me. This one is 2008 (private import) again V221, which is the long version on the W221. It’s black and black and love every minute of driving her. It’s a beautiful ride and very quiet. Normally these vehicles are extremely expensive to own, however if you own a laptop and download the manual and do the repairs yourself buying parts from eBay you will save a fortune.
Brought a s550 2009 last October 1. All brakes 2. RF air suspension 3. A/c heat keeps running no air through vents (still no answer) 4. Some rattling when accelerating 5. Replaced the front stabilizer link Other than that it’s fine..lol
It really depends on your own preferences, if you drive a lot and long distance you should pick the diesels. If you want a reliable petrol engine pick the V8 petrol engines. In the Netherlands diesels pay twice as much roadtax, so next to preference sometimes your choice is made based on a financial reason.
@@EEPRODUCTIONSKLB sir i need some help could you please help me to buy one actually someone offer me a 2007 s class is that modl reliable and future proof? That was a petrol engine please help me out
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Are paint blisters on a 2012 s350 covered under the 30 year anti corrosion?
The S400 is a living nightmare, period!!! The so-called "hybrid" fails, with the Power Control Module, and the High Voltage Generator; the car will simply not start and leave you stranded, or worse! And the cost of replacement is $12,000! And no you can't simply purchase a used unit, because they all suffer from the same burn-out failure, and no one can work on these cars; even the main dealer only had one technician. I had two units replaced under warranty; each with the same issues. It is a serious design fault that Mercedes tried to ignore, and brush under the carpet, even though there were warnings sent to the dealership. Replacement units are ordered from German on an "exchange" policy, so normally no one gets to see what failed including the technician, as the unit is sealed. As luck would have it, my dealer forgot to return the failed unit and left it in the boot; so after asking if they wanted it back, which they declined, I decided to dismantle it, to see what the cause was. The Power Control Module has three separate phases which receive voltage from three generators attached to the fly-wheel. One of the phases had been subjected to so much power it had caught fire and melted the coil wire in half! Oh, and let's not forget the Power Control Module, is a sealed air-tight unit, and the S400 had a 60amp generator, so imagine how many amps had to be sent through the wire to catch fire and melt it! My car even after the two replacement units, would start once, and then it may or may not start again, and don't forget it has a stop/start system that "can't" be turned off, so every time you go below 7mph the shuts down, and could leave you stranded with no power. So dangerous was this; imagine trying to turn across oncoming traffic and finding your engine isn't restarting, that my insurance company determined the car dangerous to the point they totaled a 4 yrs old S-class and paid me out! I love the S-class, so I purchased a reliable S63 with no safety issues. So if you are tempted by an S400, please don't the cars can be lethal!
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How is the transmission on the 2012 s550? I heard the newer ones like a 2017 have transmission issues. I was considering buying a used 2012 s550 with 90k miles for cheap.
I know its almost the same but could you make a buyers guide for cl550 coupe 2008-2013 please?
I was thinking to buy a S class Diesel 2012 with dealership maintenance with 70 000 Miles on it I really like it but I want any advice will be welcome thank you!
Does it have a complete service history? How does the car drive?
really love this car but after hearing the potential problem that it may cause on the s350 2009 or 2008 i wouldn't go there. better of with a lexus 470
Great cars but expensive to keep it running in good condition.
@EEPRODUCTIONSKLB: I’m really considering buying a W221 2013 S550 4Matic with less than 50000 miles (for Classic car restoration [last year of production] and for leisure) what is your advice on this consideration since I’m getting mixed reviews on actually owning this type of car with corrosion problems, transmission problems, timing chain problems & suspension problems…Is it worth it?
Myself I would love an s500 W140, the last of the real S-class. But I would not be surprised that it would cost quite a lot to get it into perfect working order. The last W140 rolled off the production line 26 years ago...
@@EEPRODUCTIONSKLB I agree with you the W140 has been reportedly the best generation of S-Class Mercedes…In your opinion what is the next best generation?
@@jduwayne1 Styling wise the W220, but mechanical wise the W221.
I have 2010 Mercedes s550 with 5.5L is it great engine?
One of the best made
This has been sometime but any issues you had with the car? I’m looking to get one of these just to drive twice a week.
Heard those are one of the most reliable ones
W220 vs 221 which one better ?
Of course w221. W220 was very problematic rust bucket, the worst of s class
@@vytautaslegrandas6811 w220 I have one is a great car the body style today still look amazing yeah I gotta few problems but I fix it after that everything great .
I owned a 2004 V220 (W220 Long wheel base), it only had 60,000 when I bought it. The engine was the better 3.7 litre V6 unleaded Petrol (Gas for u Yanks!). It had a 5 speed auto.
It was a nice car, sure, however I would not buy the 3.5 litre Petrol due to the harmonic balancer shaft sprocket being soft and will wear terribly.
The 3.7 and 5 speed worked very well together.
I liked the look of the W221 and also wanted a diesel, So that’s what I bought. The seats are way better, all around it is a nicer more muscular looking vehicle. I’m in Australia and drive interstate so for this and many other reasons diesel was the pick for me. This one is 2008 (private import) again V221, which is the long version on the W221.
It’s black and black and love every minute of driving her. It’s a beautiful ride and very quiet. Normally these vehicles are extremely expensive to own, however if you own a laptop and download the manual and do the repairs yourself buying parts from eBay you will save a fortune.
@@martinlang9615 yes the w221 is really nice they cost about 10k now use to be 125k bring new
@@martinlang9615 How is going with V221? Which diesel you have?
Re the M272. The build no is linked to the VIN. Not all balance shafts fail even on early M272s most shouldn't.
Just bought the 2009 s450 , anyone an opinion on it ?
Brought a s550 2009 last October
1. All brakes
2. RF air suspension
3. A/c heat keeps running no air through vents (still no answer)
4. Some rattling when accelerating
5. Replaced the front stabilizer link
Other than that it’s fine..lol
There is something that i dont get here, so which one of the engine should someone looking to buy this car look out for?
It really depends on your own preferences, if you drive a lot and long distance you should pick the diesels. If you want a reliable petrol engine pick the V8 petrol engines. In the Netherlands diesels pay twice as much roadtax, so next to preference sometimes your choice is made based on a financial reason.
It's an S. Any engine. S's cruise.
@@EEPRODUCTIONSKLB sir i need some help could you please help me to buy one actually someone offer me a 2007 s class is that modl reliable and future proof? That was a petrol engine please help me out
I ran into it, now i am fucked !!!!!!!!!!! i bought one last week and its got a timing chain problem
Repair cost
221 is better .
Expensive ... but lousy engineering !!
How does it have garbage engineering
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