15 Common Issues to Look Out For -- Mercedes-Benz S-Class W140 Buying Guide - Part 2
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- Опубликовано: 14 июн 2024
- Mercedes-Benz S-Class W140 Buying Guide - Part 2
Thinking of purchasing a Mercedes-Benz S-Class W140? Here are some tips and buying advice to help you on your search for a Mercedes-Benz S-Class W140. In this video we are going to cover the 15 common issues to look out for when choosing your W140.
Check out our Part 1 video to find out the 5 things to consider when choosing your Mercedes-Benz S-Class W140:
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If the seller claims that these windows are bulletproof, run away! Calm voice and soothing explanation. I enjoyed your video throughly.
*But THEY ARE..*
@@letscuthairtoday9038i dont thik so sadly the standard car is not design and certificated to be bulletproof ...
Maybe a powerless 9mm Maybe
The glass of w140 Is termically and acustic isolated , the guard version are armoured!
I seen a Facebook marketplace add saying that
Great video as always. When I got my w140 about 3yrs ago. I replaced most of the failing suspension ( shocks, rubber mounts, and other suspension related items). Then the Aircon went out, softdoor, locking actuator, missing plastic parts, and a whole lots of other stuff that you’ve mentioned. Now the car is almost perfect but there is more work to be done. Like with any old cars. Is not how much you spent on the car is how much passion and joy it brings you. It’s the excitement of finding pieces that belongs in the car and replacing it to make it “perfect in your eyes”.
As long as it brings you joy, these cars reward owners tremendously when they are well taken care of
How do u know if the shocks need to be replaced? My wife recently inherited a pristine condition 1993 400SEL with 47k miles (it seriously looks like it just rolled out the dealership, even the leather seats look new).
So i found a set of 4 new shocks in the trunk and now I’m wondering if her dad was planning on replacing them. He was a huge car enthusiast and loved doing all work and maintenance but also loved having spare parts for everything. So i’m not sure if they need to be replaced or just got them as spares…
@@CarlosG2288 If your shocks are leaking or if you are experiencing a harsh ride. I'm assuming, her dad just bought it as for spare parts. Does your 400SEL come with the ABC system (Active Body Control)?
@@1koolkat76 is ABC a pre cursor to stability control, or is It The same thing, just named differently back then?
How much did u spent?
The narrorator is just dandy. " if he says the windows are bullet proof-run away" just splendid in his field.
You should do one on a w140 that has sat for years. Injectors fuel pumps filters, switches doors windows etc. Fuel and vaccum hoses that kind of stuff.
Thank you for your W140 videos. I am a huge fan of these cars even today. I own a 1996 S420 and a 1999 S500. I also bought a limo version of the S500. I will continue to collect these cars as resources and time permit. The best car ever as far as I am concerned.
Worth collecting. Amazing cars they are. Built like a tank.
I'm surprised that you didn't mention one of the most well know failure points on this car: the electrically adjusted rear view mirror. Apparently, drivers would try to manually adjust it and it would damage it. It was so common that MB eliminated the feature. But maybe you didn't include it as it may not have been present on later years of the 140.
Id love to see an unbiased review of the w140
Love the clear information.
I love my 1994 S320. Amazing weekend cruiser.
Very nice review! And the W140 you're showing is really really well kept!
Thanks! This example has gone through extensive restoration
Truly helpful
Wow. Look at the list for an old french or british car. I'm going for it....A chance to own a piece of the pinnacle of motoring engineering. Buying one of a choice of 4 on Saturday. Wish me luck. And thanks for the great video.. You have a calming voice....we might need that calming if hydraulic leaks are present. lol
Very, very, well done video.
Thank you very much, great advices.
You're welcome!
very helpfull video, thank you so much
You're welcome!
Great Job H&L Team. This was really helpful. I was wondering if your team could do a film on W126 S class
One day perhaps! The W126 is a very handsome car that has aged well. Less to go wrong in a W126, but also challenging to restore.
+ 1 for the 126. 🙏♥️
Awesome videos! My dream car 👌💥 Before years i can buy it for around 3,000 euro, now 13,000 and up 😪
Thanks for info
Welcome
I Love this car ❤❤❤❤
Great time this car is the best and dependent customer beautiful car 🚘
Currently looking at one right now. Still kinda debating put thanks a lot
Consider it carefully, then commit to your decision and don't look back.
Hey, great video. Where did you get the diagrams from? (used at 2:51 and 5:45)
Very Great and Informative.
I have one where the back doors won't open. Does ANYBODY HAVE A CLUE?
Motor rans pretty good though. Electrical, Plastic, Windows, Cruise Control, Sun Roof, Door Locks Paint AMG Wheels AC Compressor,Leather Seats cracked all need TLC. But I blew the doors off these people at a Stop light when I dropped it onto Low.
When I finish this Restoration it will be A Holy Ghost!!!
Thanks again
Jay Neuhaus
What about the 722.6 transmission issue where the fluid goes up wiring harnessto the TCU module under the hood ?
Looking forward videos for w126 500 SEL Sir
I like the w140
Add “oil tube fail” it commonly happens to all W140.
I have one and I love it 👍
Fuckin right hand drive . Baller asf
How about the wiring harness in earlier models. Is it just the engine harness or whole vehicle harness?
W140 seem to hold its value quite well. Here, northwest coast us. I found two under 60k miles with the asking price under $19K both are 1997, one is S320 and other S500. I’m trying to find the SEC two door version but so far V12 models. That’s too expensive for DIY retired me.
But I may try find a W126 SEC500 model that’s less complicated. Prices of nice ones are above $25K and up.
Excellent videos and very informative! Bravo! I am considering the purchase of a 1992 MB 300SE which has 61k miles and appears to be in excellent shape. I found the car on a website and plan to look at it soon. What are the significant issues with this particular model? I have been told by a MB mechanic, originally from Germany, to avoid the model with air suspension systems. The owner states over the phone that everything “works”. Purchase price is $8,000. I’m excited about this car since it will be my 4th MB over the years, however, at the same time don’t want to buy a model with certain problems. Any suggestions or comments would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!! DW
A 1992 would have an early M104 engine. If the car is a late 1992, watch out for wiring harness as MB introduced biodegradable wiring harnesses around that time. The early M104 engines also use an older ignition control system that is less reliable than the newer electronic ignition control systems. All M104 engines eventually need replacement of the head gasket. W140s never came with air suspension. Our favourites for the W140 would be 1996 onwards, and we generally prefer the LWB models as it has better proportions. Having said that, nothing we say is meant to discourage you from checking out the 1992 300SE. If the car has been fastidiously maintained by the owner, we reckon it is worthwhile to consider regardless.
This car company is the best car company ever I had got.
I am looking at a 1996 s600 but it doesn’t have parktronic it still the 2 sticks at the back, could this be because it might be built in 1995 as a 1996 model year? What should I look at specifically for the v12 model?
Crankshaft position sensors fail too after time on W140 - will stall reaching operating temperature, restart when cooled but will eventually fail totally. Plus side - inexpensive fix.
Yes, that is true. Most of the sensors fail after a couple of decades, but are inexpensive to replace
Hi I have the 1997 sw40 MB s320 and want to refurbish the entire interior and lights work change.
I'm working on a S600 V12. Has most issues you listed. Most I've repaired. All Dash Illuminates when park lights on don't come on including number plate lights. All other lights are working. All fuses in both Engine bay and trunk are good. What can this problem be
Others mention it . but really should have talked about the engine wire harness, . .
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Don't forget the rear blind...
was there a wire harness issue on pre 1995 cars?
Interesting video. Looking into buying one of these, and wondering whether it’s worth it to buy one with low miles for a high price, or save $20k and buy a regular one from the used market, and fix the issues as they come. I guess my question is, is low miles a good thing on these cars? Does it necessarily mean a more solid car?
For the age, low mileage doesn't help. We would rather buy a regularly driven car that has been maintained well.
i own a w140 and i knew it were not gonna be cheap to own one. Do i now sell it after seeing this video? HELL NO!
Once you've driven a W140, it is difficult to be satisfied with other cars.
Please make an honest buying review
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Excellent list, bit off-putting. I'm currently looking to buy W140 S600 V12 engine. That car has two problems from this list: foggy front and rear windows and blown engine head gasket. The car itself is stationary since December 2019. The cost of the car is 3000 euros, but, as per my estimation, 3000 euros more will need to be spent to get it up to specs.
Quite likely yes, but still a splendid car nonetheless
In Europe...? Then I will like to bye it... No problem
30,000 Dollars lol
@@jayneuhaus3857yea sadly the price is so like the more modern w222...
Excellent video. Do you think $1,500 usd is a good price for a fair condition ( runs and drives ok) w140? For the price I think you can't go wrong but I'm always skeptical avout deals too good to be true. Thanks !
The real deal is not the initial buying price, but the ownership cost. Only owning it to know it.
I'm hunting for a fair one in Canada too.
Hehe cat delete goes vroom vroom
I have two w140 and the following failed in both:
1. Light switch
2. Heather fan motor.
3. Antenna
But, I love my w140 cars
I would be surprised if I could find one without any of the issues reviewed in the video. Maybe if it has been taken care only by rich people which most of us are not.
W140s in good condition are hard to come by
My w140 rear driver window reg is broken, rear headrests do not work and soft close doors need resetting every few days. Other than that. It's a peach with 140k miles...for now ha
Amazing video, i am wondering if i should buy a w140 s600 1997 145km but it has alot of stuff changed such as battery and this stuff but the car is well saved and its very clean so what should i do?
With that age and mileage of course the battery, brake pads, water pump, and ignition coils have been replaced. If the car has a clean interior, engine bay and fender wells, it was probably well-taken care of. I own a 1996 S600 and a 1997 S500, and my only complaint is the poor city mileage on the S600 (which is understandable).
One thing is missing and that is to build an asset for this tank
please make complete honest review of the w140 s320 with gas milage
We will, soon!
The "mph" gage is really an Instantaneous Fuel Flow Indicator. Properly used, in conjunction with the human brain and the rear view mirror, it almost teaches the driver how to think like a Tesla on maximum regenerative braking. Being poor or having to buy gas in California speeds up the process.
30 year old car with this problem I can live with that but what about the big boy the V12 well it give you more problems?
More cylinders, more parts, more problems.
Ok I am buying a 126 :)
How much a regular w140 cost??
From 16 to 35 euros
lol high temperature and failing catalytic converter i have in my w202 😂😂😂😂 and a lot of what i hear i also has them on my W202 or they are about to happen
PLEIS DO MOR TANKS BAT ON THE 420
How about a 2007 with 62,000 miles on it in Midwest USA ? DO the same issues apply?
The W140 was never produced in 2007
i am on my way today to buy a 96 cl600 for 700usd. it is a mess but i am a mb tech
Yoo dude that's a steal and I'd never say no to some experience like that!
It did not deter me. I love these cars and have no intention to daily drive one so minor faults that require q n a is not a issue. :)
Glad that you're up for the challenge. Very rewarding ownership experience, that we can assure you
M120 or go home
They are bullet proof to a handgun. There's a video on youtube
I wouldn't own one.
why not sir?
@@boring659 I worked on them since they were new and into their older mileage years. Great for my shop. Just not a car I would want to own. Now that's just my personal opinion. Others love them.
Please make an honest buying review
We'll work on it!