Classic Documentary: The Mercedes-Benz W116 - Part 3 [ Pros & Cons ]

In this multi-part documentary we give you all the details about the 1972 - 1980 Mercedes-Benz W 116 "S-Class". This is Part 3, please keep an eye out for the following videos:
Part 1 = Intro [ Design, Development and Production ]
Part 2 = Specifications [ Models, Trim, Engine, Options, etc. ]
Part 4 = Owner's Views [ Stories and Impression from past & present owners ]
Which other classic vehicles or model range would you like us to document in great detail? Leave your suggestions in the comments below and feel free to like, share and subscribe.
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Random tests playlist: bit.ly/2pnvVkV
Video Reviews playlist: bit.ly/2C4DSxQ
Brake tests 100-0km/h playlist: bit.ly/2NzELnB
Engine / exhaust sounds playlist: bit.ly/2pz9Hfz
Sights, Scenes & Sounds playlist: bit.ly/2CeBrcp
vs: Acceleration Battles playlist: bit.ly/33hfYLP
Song Reference:
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Ship Wrek & Zookeepers - Ark [NCS Release]
• Ship Wrek & Zookeepers...
Copyright Disclaimer:
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We sourced some footage from the Daimler / Mercedes-Benz public archive as well as their ALL-STARS classic car website, and created these videos for information and entertainment purposes only.

[@angelam5548]

I have my father car 280 sel sedan 1974 in 2024. Fantastic car Looks amazing . Everytime l take it out People love ❤️ it

[@GalimotoMedia]

That's wonderful, we also love the memories people share about these vehicles. Enjoy that 280 SEL! 😊

[@leenderdhoutzager9389]

My dad had a 350SE fantastic car, he sold it and by then it had done over 500000km trouble free, I will get one soon in SA

[@GalimotoMedia]

Wonderful, get one now before the prices go up!

[@leenderdhoutzager9389]

@@GalimotoMedia I saw a nice green one on Gumtree in Constantia for R 85000, I am in Swakopmund at the moment, I look at a car first and test drive it before I buy it

[@beyondtheicewall4417]

terrific series.. our best friends had 280se's as kids here in Australia.. spent years in them driving huge distances from melbourne to the farm.. wonderful place to be. thanks for bringing up lovely memories 🙂👍

[@GalimotoMedia]

Glad you enjoyed it! 😊

[@pauldavies9464]

First-class objective 2023 look at the car, you are correct in stating that classic cars have to be driven in a different manner and respect their limitations but enjoy.

[@GalimotoMedia]

Thank you for your comment!

[@ryanwalker372]

Love your classic documentaries. Since watching I have bought a 1990 Citi Sport 1800 and a 280s. they were both cars I always loved and your documentaries sold them to me.

[@GalimotoMedia]

Many thanks for your kind comment and happy motoring with your cooool classics! 😎

[@honguenloh4612]

Wunderbarr!!!!:)

[@GalimotoMedia]

Glad you liked it! :)

[@ryanellis2272]

As a devoted owner of a pristine and much loved 1979 280SE W116 I enjoyed your videos and am eagerly awaiting the promised final instalment dealing with owner experiences etc. I keep checking back to see if you've uploaded the final instalment. Please don't forget!

[@GalimotoMedia]

Hi Ryan, thank you for your kind comment. We haven't forgotten and shall not use Covid as an excuse... it's just been a bit hectic here. Happily, we shot some footage for Part 4 yesterday and are filming again this afternoon! Hopefully the last installment will be live by the end of this month. 😊

[@ryanellis2272]

@@GalimotoMedia Great news - thanks and I can't wait!!

[@ellisfourthirty]

Great video! I used to own a W116. They're great cars, except for the fact that they're water soluble.

[@GalimotoMedia]

Many thanks for your comment!

[@DaveyJonesLockerwithJazzy]

Love this guy.. we needed a Saffer You Tube " humerus " modern oke .. 👍 shot bru .. please share with Pierre Hedary and Kent Bergsma in the USA.. those guys are W chassis diesel OM specialists.. on you tube as well

[@GalimotoMedia]

Many thanks! 👍

[@johanndupreez5195]

I am not sure if anybody mentioned this, but you mentioned about a reputable scrap yard. I am not sure if this place is a scrap yard or not, as I was never there - i have only ordered by post from them - is Majestic Motors in Moot Street, Pretoria, South Africa. With postage and packaging included, less than half of what the agents charge

[@GalimotoMedia]

Great tip, thanks. We recently spotted one of their delivery cars... a W204 bakkie!

[@chuhengyi820623]

Enjoyed the videos Waiting for part 4 I brought the w116 last month Didn’t know how to fix this awesome car Your videos very helpful Do you have Fb or IG can let me send some w116 photo to you? I need some help for the fix Thanks

[@GalimotoMedia]

Thank you kindly! We are almost done filming the last part, sorry that it's delayed. Look for the "Mercedes Benz W116" group on Facebook, it is full of friendly and helpful people.

[@NoBrokies]

How do you open the hood on one

[@GalimotoMedia]

Pull the lever in the front passenger footwell (RHD model) then simultaneously pull the two large tabs behind the upper edge of the radiator grill (where the headlights end). Hope this helps!

[@martinlabuschagne3205]

@@GalimotoMedia how do you open the bonet if the cable is broken

[@paulmetdebbie447]

In Europe climat, worst thing about W116 is rust.

[@GalimotoMedia]

Indeed it can be, thank you for your comment!

[@yafilmubarak4647]

I have a W116 450 SEL. I need help, no one in my country can fix it. I need a sensei

[@GalimotoMedia]

Good luck, we hope you find someone who can fix it!

[@yafilmubarak4647]

@@GalimotoMedia I mean I would pay for someones tickets to come and see it, get the spare parts and come back and fix it. Its cheaper than getting a new car and im not letting go of this one!

[@Schlipperschlopper]

Sadly from 2030 on all combustion cars including classics will be banned from public streets in entire EU and Scandinavia :-( In Germany the Green Peoples Party gave order to shorten fuel supply from 2025 on by reducing petrol stations to only one state operated central gas station per city or county. From 2027 on in the EU certain car spare parts will be banned too....as exhaust systems, turbo chargers and even some engine and gearbox oils...California and New York will do the same from 2027 on.... So no investments should be done in oil burning cars any more......:-((((

[@petercollingwood522]

No. It won't happen. Politicians can make stupid noises with the holes under their noses but reality bites. Mercedes Benz has already said they will not be implementing their EV only policy they came out with a couple of years ago. And There is no way either NY or California will be able to force such a fantasy policy.

[@estefanofanhani]

Este veículo está com problemas. Volante do lado errado.

[@GalimotoMedia]

The right, wrong or left side? 😜

[@mrconstable1908]

Daimler Benz would not be amused by your poor appraisal of the W116 Series, which in it's day was generally accepted to be the finest car in the world by international motoring magazines, because of its ground breaking safety features which you have failed to mention. [ A retired Daimler Benz engineer ]

[@GalimotoMedia]

Oh dear, where exactly were we being harsh to the old dear? We love the W116 and were trying to deliver an objective, honest guide to the series.

[@mrconstable1908]

@@GalimotoMedia You failed in so many areas that the list would be very extensive. I suggest that you read this: www.hagerty.com/media/car-profiles/mercedes-benz-w116-s-class-buyers-guide/

[@GalimotoMedia]

Failed in being too harsh? What are you talking about? Please... let's see that list!!!!!!!!!!

[@classicmercs1689]

@@GalimotoMedia You did a great job! Love your honesty and enjoyed the series. From a Mercedes collector with 26 immaculate cars. Any new videos to come? Thanks so much

[@henrythomas2011]

This guy has no idea about Mercedes .

[@GalimotoMedia]

And, of course, you do?

[@touiederosas2013]

There's always that one guy. 🙄