3 INSANELY Cheap Cars That Make You Look Rich

( www.alltfl.com/ ) Check out our new spot to find ALL our content, from news to videos and our podcasts! In this video, Tommy and Brendan check out the best luxury cars you can buy on the cheap that certainly don't look cheap. So, if you want to look like a high-roller on a shoestring budget, these are the cars you'll want to consider!
CORRECTIONS/CLARIFICATIONS:
- Production for the W220 Mercedes-Benz S-Class stopped in July 2005 - the last model year for North America was 2006.
- At 9:20, the Infiniti QX56 is incorrectly cited as having 419 lb-ft of torque - it's actually 413 lb-ft, same as the current QX80.
- At 13:06, the 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Ti Sport with the Performance Package got a mechanical limited-slip rear differential as well as an "active suspension system", larger 20-inch wheels and a range of cosmetic upgrades over the base model.
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TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Intro
0:57 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W220)
8:00 Infiniti QX56 (QX80)
12:41 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Ti Sport

[@JonSnowsGhost]

My first car back in 2013 was an 02 S class. Ever since then I only drive Toyotas or Hondas. Lesson learned. 😂

[@604h22a]

A c240 4matic was the first decent car I had. I also got rid of it to get a Honda 😂

[@MercOne]

What did you expect from an 11 year old car?

[@lefttea]

@@MercOne We bought a new 04 C320. Garage kept, dealer maintained. Sunroof wasn't working, fixed under warranty, broke again,(out of warranty). The engine was bleeding oil, fixed under warranty, two years later, leaking again (out of warranty) . Door locks weren't working, cd player not working, replaced under warranty, broke again (out of warranty) Transmission issues, fixed under warranty. With only 90k miles, rear diff was whining, traded for a new 14 camry.

[@MercOne]

@@lefttea Most cars have some issues. Not sure why you're posting this to me. A Camry is a dead reliable car, but it doesn't remotely approach the drive of a Mercedes.

[@mikel2887]

@@MercOne I've never driven a mercedes, but my 22 camry TRD....OMG

[@OS-hx4jk]

The best thing you said is "we are not saying buy it".

[@mistermr.6938]

The check engine light on the Merc is probably burnt out from being on so much.

[@davidkrumwiede446]

All this talk about the W220 being unreliable, yet here we are with 275k miles. M113 engine and 722.6 transmission make a pretty bulletproof pair. You’ll have a lot more trouble getting a newer S-class with an M278 or M176 to go that far!

[@danatkinson6698]

If you can't afford them new, don't buy em used. Hoovies garage shows this in painful detail.

[@Piketom1]

Having owned a depreciated Mercedes, I can attest to that. There’s a good reason they are so “affordable” used purchases.

[@mujjuman]

Some of the most expensive cars are used Mercedes

[@Bradleyschaeffer376]

I completely understand where you're coming from! With the economy being so unpredictable, it's definitely not the best time to spend a lot of money on a car. Instead, I highly recommend seeking the help of a financial advisor who can grow your money and manage your portfolio. They have the expertise to guide you towards more profitable investments and provide valuable insights. Plus, having a portfolio manager on your side brings so many benefits. It's all about securing a brighter financial future, regardless of the state of the economy.

[@Ashleycorrie8494]

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[@Seanmirrer]

Thank you for sharing your experience and knowledge. Your coach was simple to discover online. I did my research on him before I wrote to him. He appears knowledgeable based on his online resume.

[@dmorga1]

As a cheap Mercedes owner, I can assure all comers that the saying "There is nothing more expensive than a cheap Mercedes" is a fairly accurate observation.

[@marcmcphee]

The rust on that Mercedes might make you look less baller 😂

[@mvcharisma2968]

I’ve owned a W220 for the past decade. I’ve never had a problem with the car, the air suspension is more reliable than people make it out to be. You can’t just replace one strut if it fails. You do them all at once and refresh the whole system then you’ll get another decade out of the air suspension.

[@thearousedeunuch]

That's exactly the problem: not being able to only replace one part and fix the whole thing. That would be a lot cheaper.

[@NsKrewtable]

The average person can't afford 10 grand to replace their struts...

[@ashresearcher]

Just a decade lol?

[@cherkas009]

it's not that expensive the parts if you go to an independent place or get the parts yourself you could do it for under two grand

[@7477238]

@@NsKrewtable It doesn't cost 10 grand. Arnotts struts for example are around $300 a piece and can be changed like regular struts. It would help to code the system afterwards though at a Euro car shop.

[@lokerola]

It ain't the price of entry! It's the price of maintenance.

[@kokocostanza2036]

"There's nothing more expensive than a cheap German car."

[@mujjuman]

facts

[@Piketom1]

These cars depreciate for a very, very good reason. I had a 10 year old ML back in 2014 and it was great until things started going wrong. Eventually, the repair shop decided it needed an exorcism so I bought a new Jetta.

[@ckm-mkc]

Deferred maintenance - people buy expensive cars and don't maintain them, which means any downstream owner will have a HUGE bill to fix all the deferred maintenance. If you buy a well maintained one AND keep up with the maintenance, it's not that bad, cheaper than buying a new car.

[@Piketom1]

@@ckm-mkc Based on the car fax from my car, I think the main issue was deferred maintenance as you said.

[@stanmarcusgtv]

and entered VW hades

[@Piketom1]

@@stanmarcusgtv That jetta was a very good car. I put about 25K miles per year on it and it never put a foot out of line and got good MPG.

[@Jupiterider1]

My choice would be the QX56. In fact, I’m currently searching for the proper (for me) Armada or a QX80. They have an 8500 lbs tow rating! Good video but I wish you guys would have posted what they eventually sold for at the auction.

[@trahar6257]

The option you want the most is the Deluxe touring package. It gives you the hydraulic body motion control and the air helper springs in the rear to load level when towing. I own a 2013 with 120k miles I use mostly for towing

[@christiandulaney1638]

You can find very well priced Limited trim with the split leather seats for low to mid 30's with lower miles. I think its a knock out good looking SUV. They are also faster 0-60 that a Ram 1500. ALOT of car for the money

[@yusikhan]

Love these 'cheap luxury' videos guys, keep them coming. And that 'people who can't afford a lexus drive infinits' comment was just straight out cold.

[@mastafa4517]

Lots to consider here guys . . . partial to the Infinity because of its size, comfort and reliability compared to Mercedes S Class and the Alfa Romeo Stelvio Ti. It is fun to dream 💭 Enjoyed the experience guys❤

[@ckm-mkc]

I had an Infiniti rental for a couple of days, it was awful. The worst cheap car interior and mediocre performance at best. Just avoid.

[@loofloof1441]

Alfa is actualy pretty reliable

[@professerjeeves]

The title should be 'how to look rich while going bankrupt'

[@thehindenburg3402]

But you won't even look rich lol the first car is a hood classic where I live but now that I think about it I don't know how they keep those things running considering they don't have much noney..

[@vancejohnson4395]

Well you want a trunk to close super fast when you're throwing bodies back there 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@bradleymeyer9775]

Out of the 3, I would choose the Infiniti.

[@markv78]

The fact that Mercedes has over 200k is a testimate that it must have been fairly reliable to get to that mileage or prolly would have met it's fate along time ago..now the question is how much did the those 200k cost In maintenance ? That's the main issue with these brands. Save the infinity. The infinity brand does not hold the same value as a Lexus so a similar Lexus gx with the same mileage condition prolly be worth double. I wouldn't touch anything with 200k on it just not worth the trouble.

[@Thankyou_3]

I truly enjoy any video Brendan and Tommy is in it. They both compliment each other great on these videos. They both have abundance of knowledge 👍

[@lawrenceralph7481]

The 5.6 has a fatal flaw. Low tension oil rings allow sediment to prevent needed movement This allows premature cylinder scoring and increased oil consumption that eventually eats cataysts. All avoudable will better rings This is particularly susceptible to long oil change intervals. May be acceptable in regions that dont smog check. Too bad

[@andrewsmith9980]

I think this oil effected the earlier 5.6, do you agree

[@finnianfitzsimons623]

Great job as always from Brendan, Tommy and the TFL Staff

[@damilolaakanni]

This QX56 generation is actually based on the Nissn Patrol, not the Armada. The Armada was on the Titan platform until 2015. As for the power numbers, some sources say it's 395hp with regular fuel, 400 with premium, but I doubt that's true.

[@UintaDave]

Brenden mentions the relationship to Patrol in the video.

[@donaldwilson2620]

The only Alfa's I would consider buying is a classic Spider convertible or the 164 sedan from the early 90's. The Spider is simply fun to drive, and the 164 simply stands out from other European sedans that were offered back then.

[@TheRealCatof]

2018 Alfa already at auction? Who would have thought?

[@abhi4ify]

I know this does not happen much often but i saw this video 2 days ago, took your advise and yesterday bought a 2021 model year with just 20k miles Stelvio Ti for 30k .. Original MSRP was 60k .. 2 full years of manufacturer warranty still left :) :)

[@mastafa4517]

You must let us know how you like 👍. Give us your experience for sure with your Stelvio Ti. Thank you.

[@smits573]

Refreshingly entertaining video. Very nice.

[@cattlerepairmancattlerepai9414]

Which of the three you buy depends upon how much you hate yourself.

[@EnthusiastCarHangar]

The W140 was still for sale in 1999 in the USA. Check out mine. The W220 was for sale in Europe the same year in 1999.

[@tmwei396]

Why would anyone want to look rich when not? That will only get you "rich" people problems without the funds to back them. I'm trying to look poor, or poorer than I actually am, so I'm not a target and people won't bother me.

[@omostim2385]

I’ve been driving a w220 for over 3 years now. It’s actually been reliable and easy to work on. Yes I’ve had to replace the airmatic struts but other than that it’s been good

[@TheRealCatof]

Some guy had that exact Mercedes at my old apartment, it was always sitting in the parking garage, and gathering dust.

[@AndrewTPewPew]

Rockin the MoonSwatch! Nice!

[@einfeldt777]

Great consumer advice 👍 purchase price plus double in yearly maintenance 😂👍

[@Bigern2998]

Incredible that all of those luxury things still work.

[@RPD91]

The qx56 / qx80 2011 and above are basically a Y62 Patrol with the legendary 5.6 L V8. Very capable Off roader. They are the a bargain in my opinion. Just make sure there isn’t any major carbon buildup in the engine and always use premium fuel.

[@alexpetersen4107]

We need to see more outtakes 😂😂

[@kahless0173]

my friends dad has a 2000 e55 amg and i want it so bad. they look so damn good. last time i was up there it had some serious electrical gremlins, lcd bits in the dash werent working. but it sounds great and looks good. it lives in minnesota and i keep trying to convince him it needs to move down here to texas for retirement.

[@MartinScreeton]

I did not know about the mercedes 4matic being that cheap... that maybe good winter car to have! ...and I still smoke so the cigarette ashtrays are awesome! :)

[@pmkstudios]

love these auction = price is right showdowns!

[@7477238]

The W220 and W221 Mercedes S Class are amazing cars at a decent price. Get a good one to start with and at worst you may spent around $1000 per year on maintenance and repairs which isn't bad considering you get the car for 10% to 15% of the original price.

[@toldroyd1]

The Alfa- Its a lot of car, which means its harder to push when it fails on the way home from the repair place.

[@NatesHomeTours]

The speed of the trunk lid closing is nice. I would use that. All these newer ones are so slow I could take a nap before they are closed. Unless it's an AMG Mercedes are slow off the line but build good power all the way up the line and you can feel it build the power. You really needed more room to run it and feel the power build. Brendan must be joking when he is saying Nissan (Infinity) and reliability together in the same sentence.

[@EnthusiastCarHangar]

Selling my W140 haha no seriously old Mercedes can be great if you get a good one. Be careful with the W220.

[@joecoulter1267]

The w220s (in my area in the northeast at least) have begun their slow appreciation over the past decade, now that all the clapped out examples have been totalled-mechanically or physically- by their seventh or eighth owner. The leftover examples are mostly old doctors cars or well maintained examples. I could have bought an s550 for 3k a decade ago and now you'd be lucky to get into that car for less than 8k.

[@Tokamak3.1415]

Probably because it has $1k of new parts added every month. I'm a physician and in the lounge I hear nonstop bitching about maintaining their old "boats". Until I got my MX I drove a Honda Odyssey and always giggled at how much they were supporting the repair network. Haven't had to do a single repair on my Odyssey but it eats 12V batteries like candy. Oddly the Tesla X has been the most reliable vehicle I ever had without a single repair out of warranty and never had a problem starting and going.

[@joecoulter1267]

What's worse than a used Italian car? One built from the Stelantis parts bin 😬

[@marcmcphee]

These are the videos I wake up for 🤩

[@md2k8]

I will definitely go for the 2011 Infiniti QX56, because it is the most affordable vehicle to purchase for the used market. Thanks.

[@minipandora22]

The Mercedes Benz rear ashtray is cool 😂

[@PhillyDee215]

I enjoy my 2008 Nissan Armada every day, better than the QX56

[@dylanmooney327]

11:37 that’s like my dad’s 2015 qx60 with 220k miles

[@r5LgxTbQ]

Audi e-tron if you're looking for EV. Sticker price of $80k is down to $30k

[@richonsound6531]

That beard is the most luxurious looking thing in this video. Majestic!

[@jayhiggins5239]

2017 QX50

[@lawrenceralph7481]

Owning vanity peices that break make you seem foolish. Willing to trade constant trouble and annoyance for the appearance of comfort. Or worse, a person that doesn't understand what they are doing. Seems like a better fate for old MBs is either destruction derbies or off cliffs.

[@jonasyracheta2185]

Stick with japanese luxury. Cheaper to maintain and reliable.

[@afnanaftab9371]

Lexus ls 430 2002 03 is the best choice

[@donleamon8653]

Where's the starter on those?

[@aztr0k1d]

8:02 Song/Beat ID? Please

[@scottnoble5022]

Which self inflected decision will hurt the least :-/

[@helmulu4016]

If this is a MY2006 W220 the V8 should be the 5ltr S500 model with over 300PS not a S430 4.2ltr.

[@g.n.4046]

KBB means absolutely nothing ! Car dealerships are selling cars for more than twice the KBB value...

[@timfordfalconxf7714]

W220 no W116/W126. BUT its very underrated

[@gregnorton3718]

Error lights are all burned out?

[@sock979]

Just remember even if the car is cheap, it's still a luxury brand and the maintenance is going to be expensive. And to the reply, Yeah I did miss it in the beginning. Usually listen to it in my car so I don't catch every bit. I did want to add that I bought a 03 Mercedes E class used in 08 with I think 55kiles and took it in to get It checked out by Mercedes specific mechanic and he says actually it's in really good shape but the motor mounts were leaking They were some special Mercedes thing that used oil or hydraulic pressure or something to shift the engine with the car for better balance or something and they were leaking and had to be fixed. That and the specific windshield wiper with the rain sensing windshield which I didn't know as much about cars back then so that could have been a scam and I could have maybe used another type but I was recommended place by a friend to do them so supposedly I wasn't getting ripped off but the motor mounts were $1,500 and the wipers were like $200 if I remember right. Now I will tell you that car was awesome. Drove great! Super fun but damn it was expensive and the insurance was like 300 when my prior car an '02 explorer i no no this whose insurance was like 120 a month for the same coverage.

[@anthonyc1883]

Exactly what they stated in the first minute of the video.

[@anajay78]

No filtered air on passenger bank.

[@HiFiInsider]

I like the 90s S-Class.

[@HughJohnson-lh5qm]

Used luxury cars are fun until you have two replace a pair of headlights that cost $3,000 a piece...

[@MrIpjrobson]

I always keep my eyes open for Nissan Armadas

[@stephenepley1365]

I don’t care what anybody says the ultimate luxury car of the late 90s and early 2000s is the E 38 seven series platform

[@kc0lif]

mercedes is nice. infiniti qx56 is awesome.

[@markspence3750]

Put some 33 inch KO2s on it and drive it off road.

[@allworldmusic8270]

Alpha for me it has a bit more excitement, I would crash the Merc after falling asleep at the wheel through boredom.

[@Opium64]

Since infinitis are more expensive new then Lexus who get and a Infinti if they can’t a Lexus if Lexus cheaper I don’t think they said that right

[@JarmelSingsKaraoke]

👏👏👏 Good to see some BLOOPERS ..

[@billnorblat4047]

Anyone notice the Mercedes Air intake was busted?

[@PghGameFix]

These vids..... are they a public auction or a dealer auction??

[@fringestream990]

Those Infiniti qx56 with 200k are going for over $10k on cargurus.

[@johnbriggs6203]

Tommy said 4 cars at the beginning, but then only showed 3. Hrmm. 🤔🧐

[@jontodd9408]

But wait, no cassette deck? Come on now. I thought we were talking luxury?

[@dougr5809]

Had the chance to drive a Lambo Urus and Alfa Stelvio 2 weeks apart… (warning: unpopular opinion) the Alfa was more fun. 😮

[@gevorklalayan1311]

It’s crazy how fast Alfa Romeo’s lose value

[@geoffgoodman-qb2ng]

Manheim??

[@ghostofreality1222]

I bought a 1997 Mercedes Benz E320 Tan/Tan with 97,000 Miles when purchased was in excellent condition inside and out, paid 3,700 for the car back in 2011. Drove that car with regular maintenance only, besides I had to replace the drivers Side Front A arm. That was the only thing other than say tires, brakes, oil changes you know real regular stuff. So not a lot invested into maintaining the car, I also do all my own vehicle work. When I finally retired her (owned that car for 6 years) from my ownership she had 320,000 Miles on the OD. No engine lights nothing wrong with her, and that car if I needed, would still shit and get. That car was a sleeper, no one ever thought it would be as quick as it was, and it wasn't even an AMG. I truly miss that car. I have to say, was one of my most skeptical purchases, I was so nervous about that..... But that car was a Gem and a TANK (5 kids). That car made me love Mercedes Benz. (maybe just that one, she may have been my Diamond, once in a life time car)

[@tylersrubar6451]

Hardly ever see Tommy wearing a cap

[@donleamon8653]

He demo'd some of that snake oil hair tonic that they were try to sell about a year ago. Had an adverse effect and he is experiencing pre-mature male pattern baldness. So sad too, he'd just got his eyes fixed.

[@jonasyracheta2185]

european autos. Maintenance $$$. 🤑

[@anthonykiedis1765]

When I see someone driving an Infiniti I just assume they have poor credit. I definitely don't think that they are rich 😂

[@jacquesc3166]

Lots to learn in life, you have. Been driving Infiniti VQ's since 2010, 21+ years in the RCAF making 135K a year as a Maj. Home owner, two paid-for VQ's in the driveway. Extremely reliable cars. 😊

[@anthonykiedis1765]

@@jacquesc3166 I said nothing about their reliability. My comment was based on all the internet memes that people buy Nissan/Infiniti because their dealers sell to anyone despite their financial situation. Dodge and Nissan are the two car makers that will sell you a brand new car for no money down with a 400 credit score.

[@jacquesc3166]

@@anthonykiedis1765 Then your comment should have read "driving a new Infiniti". This is a used car channel.

[@anthonykiedis1765]

@@jacquesc3166 please stop the assumptions, this same logic goes for used Infiniti as well. Go to any "buy here, pay here" lot and you will see for yourself.

[@speterbilt]

Tommy looks like a Beastie Boy

[@anthonyku017]

W220 is always a bad idea

[@MarcoTheDonCarlos]

Insurance and repair costs will know you, you can’t effort it.

[@rustyturner431]

The Benz will TRULY break you when (not IF) it breaks...especially the 4Matic and air suspension, not to mention all those electronic gubbins that start failing and it just never seems to stop. At 275K miles, the tranny is living on borrowed time; it costs twice what the car is worth. The Infiniti is MUCH less expensive to fix, but not Corolla cheap. Beware the miles. The Alfa is notorious for worrisome problems and spotty dealer network. Repeat after me, "There ain't NO cheap Italian high-end cars."

[@Nanobits]

The cheapest baller car you can get is the Maserati, you can find them as low as 25K used. But buyer beware, keeping this car maintained is $$$$.

[@2006gtobob]

Whenever I see these "super cheap" cars with paper tags, all I see is "sucker"

[@leehall5447]

I thought those infinity’s had a common problem where the cats would explode and get sucked into the engine?

[@Jupiterider1]

I need to see how that would happen since the cats are on the exhaust pipes and not connected to the intake manifold.

[@leehall5447]

@@Jupiterider1 I forget what video I watched by the catalyst would fall apart due to heat and travel back into the cylinder and destroy the engine, apparently it was common in these cars

[@timkis64]

buying an old mercedes is like buying debt.there designed to fall apart shortly after warrenty.why else do you think rich folks trade them in as warrenty expires.THEY DONT WANT ALL THE CONSTANT REPAIRS AS EVERYTHING QUICKLY FAILS.

[@JBM425]

As long as you go into it with eyes wide open with regards to repair prices, there’s nothing wrong with buying a “cheap” luxury car. If you are mentally prepared for repairs that can cost two or even three times more than a “domestic” car and are willing to follow recommended maintenance schedules (although I would change oil every 5K miles instead of 7.5 or 10K as some service guides suggest), you can be OK. It’s all the cost of doing business in the luxe car world.

[@palebeachbum]

There is no such thing as a cheap Mercedes. There's a reason why the depreciation is so steep. They're unreliable and repair costs are astronomical.

[@Welcometofacsistube]

Mercrap: the fastest depreciating junk on the market

[@joelc9439]

Cheaper but only because it is second hand.

[@Nathans_Margarita_Salt]

Lets start a GoFundMe and get these guys some better looking shirts! The used car salesman looks like a low rent ZZ Top. Advice to Roman, instead of making employees wear these tacky lame shirts, use a watermark in the video instead, much more effective than ugly tshirts

[@TFLcar]

Roman says, thanks for the advise.

[@EnthusiastCarHangar]

@@TFLcarsend me the shirts and I will show them on my channel haha

[@chih6654]

These 3 vehicles literally screamed stupidity and repo coming soon…

[@robinsattahip2376]

Rich? Driving? Not for long, driving a Mercedes or any other late-model German car without a warranty risks financial ruin much the same as driving without insurance. Why do you think they are so cheap as used cars?