Luxury Cars With Trash Engines You Must AVOID!

[@leethadmitchell1996]

Here is the skinny from a school trained mechanic that LOVES Toyota and LOVES Mercedes: I love Toyota in my personal opinion when people ask me about cars I say that : Toyota Honda and Subaru are probably the best cars money can buy. Not to discount Nissan but I've seen electrical issues with them that plague the brand...Now Mercedes vehicles will essentially run forever so will BMW but DO NOT expect to go problem free for your run. This video here is literally 99.999% accurate as nothing is 100% LOL ..but listen to this guy. Now I currently drive a 2015 4Runner and a 2012 C class sport so I am literally like he's spot on. Now I do believe Mercedes recommended draining oil through the dipstick via a pump as it supposedly provided more of an emptying than the traditional drain plug method. I am old school and I drain oil via the plug. Mercedes are classy cars not so much sporty and aggressive as some BMW models but you will NEVER get away neglecting maintenance on these cars as you might the 'forgiving' Toyota. Plain and simple Mercedes are easy to buy used but the issue is not can you buy one but rather can you AFFORD to maintain it. That is the real decision you need to make before buying a Mercedes, BMW, Porshe, AUDI oh...and especially a Range Rover. Please do your research on yearly Cost-To-Ownership. My last piece of advice I will give to you for free yet it has cost me thousands of dollars over 35 years.....Find yourself a specialist in your area that only repairs Mercedes. It won't be cheap but you'll avoid the dealership which does not have your best interests at heart. If you care to drive luxury then be prepared to pay for luxury but support your privately owned vehicle specialists. More often than not they'll be upfront with you and won't rip you off with unnecessary maintenance. Yes there is such a thing!! I am a blue collar like many others just trying to live and enjoy life simultaneously so I am not promoting any particular business. I like my Toyota and I like my Benz..I fix what I can myself and I have to pay for what I cannot do myself. Such is Life. Being very informed is your best weapon. Ja Wohl. Fahrt mit lust!!!!

[@ECPP]

Very good comment and I agree with you 100 percent. Pinned

[@damilolaakanni]

@@guitarstylingssamuelletizi3917 I've never heard of that before. Maybe you're thinking of Honda?

[@stevenchisholm3758]

People buy them type of cars just to show off not knowing the problem's they're about have

[@JasPlun]

What I have seen is if you buy one of these expensive cars like BMW,Mercedes, and Audi you have got to spend a lot of money with the maintenance. Oil changes need to be done sooner than later especially on the models that had heat issues. I saw a video recently by Car Wizard with an Audi with 200k miles I believe it was a 2017. The owner spent the money and documented everything and had a book as thick as a Bible. That is what it takes if you buy one and expect to keep it for a long time. Personally I like to stick with the Japanese brands Honda, Toyota, and Mazda

[@billnye5183]

Last time I had a Japanese car it left me stranded on the road twice and I spent over 5K dollars to fix it and I never neglect my cars I always give proper maintenance 🤦🏾‍♂️ never buying Infiniti again

[@greymark420]

@@billnye5183 Exception rather than the rule, unlike BMW/Audi/Mercedes.

[@damilolaakanni]

@@billnye5183 I hope you don't mind me asking, what Infiniti model did you get and what was the engine and transmission you picked? Infiniti can be reliable, but if you pick the wrong engine/transmission combo you'd have gotten a lemon.

[@soar_dfuzr7514]

Are american cars reliable?planning on buying cadillac ct5

[@JasPlun]

@@billnye5183 Well Infinity is made by Nissan and they are part of Renoult now so yeah. I stick with Toyota,Honda, and Mazda. No brand is perfect, but Toyota and Honda have built their reputations and are still the most reliable brands on the planet. Yes they have had a few lemons, but the fewest of any other brand. I bet when you were stranded it was the CVT transmission that went out and I bet you did not service it every 25-30k miles either.

[@kwanlittle9360]

Mark, you should make a top luxury cars for daily driving, awesome vid👍🏽

[@ECPP]

Thank you very much and I think that’s a great idea. Have a great one. I will look into that.

[@ariesmight6978]

Kwan Littie. To make your request a lot more easier on Mark. I have to ask you one question. Are you asking about new luxury vehicles, old ones, or both?

[@kwanlittle9360]

@@ariesmight6978 cars within the last 10yrs, I’m currently getting away from American muscle I have had a SRT Cherokee for the past few years and someone has tried to steal it on two different attempts, at 50yo I’m moving towards being the old guy driving the big body Mercedes Benz S-Class or BMW 7series that’s why I made that suggested

[@ariesmight6978]

@Kwan Little I personally have always favored the Mercedes Benz. One of my favorite Mercedes is the Maybach.

[@jamesdaple9951]

Thanks Mark for your HONESTY!

[@carlsegerstrom3989]

This is my first time seeing anything from this channel. I am impressed by your knowledge. I learned a lot from the “hot v” on the bmw. Great work

[@ECPP]

Thank you very much and welcome to the channel. Cheers

[@escapeartist1237]

The timing chain issue was fixed on the 420i with a re design on models after 2013. Car is pretty solid after

[@matthewmiller1746]

I found this video informative as well as comical. It's good knowing these expensive brands aren't reliable and expensive to maintain. I appreciate your videos.

[@ECPP]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@antistiolabeo8950]

Imagine the owners of those car dealers seeing this guy going up and down their front parking lot in freezing temperatures talking to himself in front of a phone and making weird gestures with his hands like he was talking to parked cars. I bet the employees fight for getting the shifts when he's around.

[@madpistol]

I love my BMW B58. Such a gem of a motor.

[@ECPP]

Agreed, BMW made a sweetheart of an engine with that one.

[@malidawgz5690]

2019 640ix gt B58 fan here too. 45K miles zero issues. Super smooth. As good as a dct.

[@marvinheemeyer6660]

Very surprised you didn't mention the V10 in the M5 that loved to explode at 30,000 miles and BMW would not touch to repair

[@forzanerazzurri2339]

The M5 hasn't had a V10 since the Obama administration

[@ECPP]

Yes

[@marvinheemeyer6660]

@forzanerazzurri2339 + yes it was around then. The fact that BMW admitted they never tested that engine and basically built the engine and car then let the public "test it" for them made me disgusted with BMW. Then when it grenaded itself with less than 50,000 miles BMW told the paying customer it was their problem. That move alone is why I will never buy a BMW.

[@blackhawk2429]

This is awesome video thank to your hard research. I have a 2016 Lexus GS 350 F Sport and this car is super reliable. It has 87K miles on it and i had to replaced break pads and rotors, tires, engine oil change and tune up. Genesis is one of the other super reliable car on the market.

[@ECPP]

At

[@troytruong8246]

Genesis? Has anyone has kept the car for more than 150k+ miles. Cars normally break down after 100k-150k miles. Until then, u can not conclude it is a reliable car! My 2011 camry at 220,000 miles. Only problem was the alternator went out at 200k miles. $450 to fix. Part costs $250. I dont diy. Lol

[@manoman0]

These engines are not designed to perform highly very often. So you have tons of power but you can't use it often or you'll simply blow the head and more.

[@andrews2125]

Before watching it, I can guess at least one BMW ending in 50i will make the list.

[@tcrutch65]

My last 4 vehicles I have no complaints about. 2005 Mercedes Benz C240 4Matic,2010 Land Rover LR2, 2015 Acura RDX AWD, and my current 2019 Audi Q5

[@UrosWolferr]

friend had 1999 5 Series BMW... original engine had over 800.000 kilometers. Regular maintenance and ex owner watched it. But over abuse at end friend destroyed it. Threw new engine in, did some basic maintenance and car ran like new. 20 years ago BMW, Audi or MercedesBenz ment something... old German build quality. Now you have more than half of components made outside of Europe.

[@zahimiibrahim3602]

Do you think Lexus quality is because most of the parts are made in Europe?

[@nycupperes]

I own a 2018 430xi B48 and 2019 740xi B58 - Both run amazing and I’ll be keeping both for a long time, and giving them to my kids when they start driving. …and they look better than the newer ones with the giant Fugly Grills.

[@troytruong8246]

Keep for a long time? Lol. Gl with that when it hits over 100k miles. U must be new to german cars. People lease these cars for a reason. Lol.

[@nycupperes]

@@troytruong8246 Um 😕 No, Ive owned Mercedes, and two BMW’s before. I only drive my Bimmers about 5k a year, and they are serviced only at a local dealer with all recommendations. I also pay cash for my cars, so 100k miles will be 20 years for me 😜. B48 & B58 Gen 1 engines are the best BMW ever manufactured, the air shocks on the 7 series will cost more than the car maintenance.

[@troytruong8246]

@nycupperes Buying these cars and not drive it is a waste of time nd money. It is your money. Do what u want. Im just saying. 👍

[@michaelamezcua1379]

got a 17 330i such a beautiful car!

[@egx161]

Plenty of people with lots of cash just don’t care too much about longevity. These buyers just want to look good and say “hey, look at me”. Others just trade in every 3 years or less. It’s nice too be rich when buying cars. Unfortunately, this small percentage can’t keep the industry going.

[@thrash1337]

10:30 Regarding the M156 they upgraded the head bolts in late 2011 so all engines after that had no problem with their bolts. As for premature intake camshaft and lifter buckets wear - true, depending on the oil you run you may end up having to replace the cams and buckets at about 150k km. The final issue is that you'd be wise to replace the fuel injectors after 100k km, as some would get stuck open and hydro lock the engine. If you can dish out the money for the new cams and buckets the engine is indestructible, as they overbuilt everything else -- pistons, conrods and crankshaft. In fact, you can put a supercharger without replacing any of those mentioned.

[@tonyluk112]

My 2010 S63 AMG has no problem whatsoever, & I prefer NA lot more than newer turbos(w downsized engines) since 2011.

[@DeepRacer-zr4yp]

@@tonyluk112 Keep that car as long as you can. The modern way is downsizing and the sad end-goal is electric 💀

[@thrash1337]

@@tonyluk112 I have a 2014 C63 with that engine, keeping it till the wheels fall off.

[@ECPP]

nice

[@fleetingdays]

We appreciate these KZbin videos! Sadly, what they were is no longer. Thumbs up!

[@ECPP]

Thank you

[@alexrios1737]

I once rented a 2016 M6 grand coupe and a warning light (low oil) came on and I had to scramble before the auto part store before it closes to buy oil.

[@ECPP]

That seems to happen frequently in some engines

[@motorwolfe]

these are all good engines to run away from. I'm surprised you didn't mention on the Audi 4.2l DI V8, the ticking time bombs are the plastic timing chain guides which Audi thoughtfully decided to put at the BACK of the engine - those can wear out pretty quick if you're on it a lot or get lazy with the oil changes. so, any timing work on those is an engine-out affair, hence the expense. you can catch it before actual engine damage occurs, but the cost is still enormous. everyone loves to peg German cars as unreliable, but all cars are about maintenance - you will get out of them what you put into them. poor engineering is readily identifiable - Nissan CVTs that no longer T, Ford EcoBoosts with the open-deck crackheads, GM V8s with AFM-bent pushrods, Subaru EJ25 single (and ready to mingle)-layer head gaskets, older Acura 5-speed self-consuming automatics, etc. but Porsche and Audi maintenance procedures are often so demonic that many owners simply do not keep up with it, and the subsequent ones are saddled with paying off their deferred maintenance debts. and parts expenses often result in the same for BMW and Mercedes. if you can DIY though, there are plenty of older German panzers around that you can actually work on and get decent parts for cheaper, and those will take you the long haul without costing you any appendages. just a thought - if you look up the list of the top 10 vehicles with the highest mileage ever recorded, the first is a Volvo and the second is a Mercedes. no Japanese cars even made the top 10 despite their excellent overall reliability, but a Silverado, F150, and Lincoln Town Car did.

[@bt4b4]

What about the 2018 GLS 450 ? The X166.

[@Jazz313]

I had a 750li which was a money pit! Excellent design on the exterior, engine was trash!

[@troytruong8246]

If you believe the consumer reports tlhat german cars are more reliable than the japs, you are just dumb and naive. It is paid and bribed. Reasons people say german cars are reliable. 1. They never keept car longer than 150k+ miles. 2. They lie because they dont want to feel stupid for buying the shitty car brand. Biased opinions. 3. Diy. They fix things themselves and they omit the problems as problems 4. Leasers. They dont keep the car long enough to know its reliability 5. Fake comments from fake accts paid by these companies to make consumers confuse! I have friends and families in car repair business. Ive owned 2 bmws before too. My dad had benz s500. It was a pos.

[@malidawgz5690]

I have a 2019 640ix GT. 45K miles with the B58 powertrain (3 liter twin scroll turbo). No issues. None. I must be lucky so far, Super quiet, handles great, under 5 sec 0 to 60, air bag suspension, Great infotainment. All things except quietness than Lexus didn't have. BMW also has great infotainment system( I drive 7) Lexus sucked. Still waiting for a Lexus GS replacement that can compare to the 6 series. Might be a long wait BMWs rear biased awd system is great . Lexus has nothing that can compare.

[@fzr1000981]

Check your oil consumption, most people don't...the B58 is really overrated with plastic oil pump parts and nowhere near as robust as the S58

[@moeiniusa]

I love your clips, educational,short, professional, truth.,tnku for your efforts

[@Phi.D.888]

Looked like you're having a grudge toward/against BMW 🤣, your video is always informative for the future buyers of vehicles 👍

[@troytruong8246]

He used to be biased towards bmw. He said bmws are reliable. He lied. I called him out on his bs. He now tells the truth about germn cars.

[@sunnyskiesblue]

That first BMW was a beauty. Too bad it's crap.

[@ECPP]

It is a great looking car indeed

[@SheerMagnetismDarling007]

BMW used to make bulletproof 6 cylinder engines. They need to return to that ethos. By all means make sporty cars , but keep the majority of the range ultra reliable.

[@Rosso488]

I definitely agree with this however in my experience BMW has good customer support. Could you make a video on customer experience for different brands?

[@ECPP]

Great suggestion!

[@billynomates920]

haven't mentioned for a while but my sister's vw hybrid this june, apparently! 😂

[@bobsebring2819]

Perhaps with the BMW Big Daddy you could modify the hood for air intake and wrap everything around the turbos? The whole thing sounds crazy. B. Urn M.y W.allet.

[@jamisonebert2398]

Wrapping the turbos/downpipes and updating cooling is my solution

[@malidawgz5690]

if the heat is to much for the plastic why does it take so long to cayse problems? Shouldnt the plastic melt in several hours? Makes no sense

[@Piecenotwar]

Having worked for Mercedes for a couple of decades I can honestly say one of the best engines AMG have made is the M156, I have worked on literally hundreds of them and if serviced regularly they are bomb proof, only the very early ones had head bolt issues and they have all been rectified by now, we had a regular customer come in with a S63 that had over 300,000km on the clock, seen hundreds with over 100k on them with little to no issues. Not only that but it’s actually also a incredibly simple engine my modern standards, it’s definitely something I would spend my hard earned on and that’s not from a enthusiast perspective but from a mechanics perspective. The om271 was a absolute piece of sh!t though and I wouldn’t touch one with a barge pole.

[@dgpaliza]

I totally agree with you. I own a 2009 C63 with 115,000km on it and have never had any problem with it for the 10 years I’ve had it, with the original head bolts still on. I have a lot friends from the AMG club with even more kms on their M156 and never had any problem. Sure, these issues happen but it only affects a small percentage, imagine more than 40,000 W204 C63 were built, and this number does not include the M156 from ML63 and E63. The only issue with this engine is the higher maintenance cost (fuel consumption and oil changes) compared to Japanese engine but it will definitely always put a smile on your face every time you drive it and hear the exhaust note. People who complain about M156 are the people who have never owned one and people who don’t take care of their cars.

[@adriansolis1278]

What do you think about engines for C250, C300 from 2009-2014

[@indotube8125]

How about W124 ??? E220...n e320

[@billnye5183]

I have a N63TU and the only issues I really have is keeping my foot off the gas so much lol but I give religiously oil changes every 5K miles and I’ve done a brake flush new rotors and pads engine air filter and cabin air filter and it has 93K miles on it going strong

[@melrosabal3564]

What year and model ?I have 2013 650 i and I’m seriously thinking of selling it cause of these problems I’m hearing!

[@jamesdaple9951]

Man that’s too bad about that m850 because that is one Beautiful car !! Never seen one

[@peterandrisoaia4638]

Guess I’ve been very lucky with my 2009 BMW 335i M Sport convertible. Bought it two years ago ( she had just over 56,000km ) and so far had a check engine light which required two vacuum hoses to be replaced. No coolant leaks whatsoever. But I do drive the car very little ( mostly in the weekend ), and let it idle for 30-60 seconds before driving it and do likewise before shutting it off ! And of course the oil change is done every year ( once a year as I mostly put 3000km / year on her. I treat it like my baby and always wanted to own one of these cars ! ( imo it’s a much more desirable car than the first and second generation 4 Series !! ). The previous owner bought it new and kept it for almost 12 years and all the servicing was done at the dealership.

[@byronnightingale5550]

All the cars you've shown are disposable. I was told rent a euro, thrash $h!t out of it, then return it. rent another one, thrash it, return it. rinse and repeat.

[@mikefoehr235]

Happy New Year Mark. If you are like me and love to see carnage, check out Eric at I DO CARS. He has many tear downs with piston and valve collisions. When a piston is destroyed, he calls them PISTON MCNUGGETS. If there is damage inside the cylinder, he calls that MALICE IN THE COMBUSTION PALACE. He owns some Bimmers and talks about the issues. He tears an engine apart every Saturday evening around 9pm. He even tore apart a 3UR FE that failed due to severe overheating due to neglect. Also, he says the 4 banger in the Honda element was near bullet proof but some nice lady cooked the engine black n blue. Anyone who doubts your wisdom, I recommend I DO CARS. Eric even says often what Scotty says....CHANGE THE OIL OFTEN. So many engines were ruined due to neglect.

[@johndoe223-23]

The point is, get what you can “AFFORD”

[@johnlowe2218]

If you like European luxury with a big powerful engine and don’t mind going older, the W211 E55 AMG from 2003-2006 is an AMAZING option. Reliable, smooth, and fast as all get out. Just make sure to do your homework.

[@rickybobby5950]

I own a W211 E55 (110,000 miles) and a 2001 W210 E430 (156,000miles) as my daily and I couldn’t agree more!

[@craigt4467]

Great video I love it My best wishes always from Las Vegas Craig 20 stars for this video out of 5 Bravo 👏🏻

[@reverbandchill]

Shoutout to Las Vegas Craig.

[@nelsonx4235]

hahaha love; I liked the analogy of mike tyson...yeah you're right; even my E92 328i 6MT gives me trouble at times (it is been highly reliable), I can image an N54

[@ECPP]

Right on, lol.

[@Glad2BGolden]

This makes me think of the Lexus RX V6 engine. Lexus IS not pretty and luxurious like Mercedes and BMW but I really need a reliable engine.

[@Shadobanned4life]

Thank You for sharing your amazing amount of knowledge about cars. You know your stuff !🌞

[@hightimes5309]

Didn't you put out this content already? Is it a remix

[@dominickvelezjr9171]

This is why I stay with my lexus. No it does not have the driving dynamics of the Germans, but It is rock solid reliable and I spend very little to maintain it.

[@fabianshamano5953]

Always appreciate your content

[@ariesmight6978]

Hello Mark what is your view or take on Volvos. I was thinking of purchasing. Either a S60 or S90 model? Thank You

[@Jagshemasher]

It might be shorter to simply list the only engine/gens that are worth considering. M57s with a "delete" are good, B58 seems promising . . . apart from that the pickings are slim. The pre N54 non-turbo six cylinder engines were pretty reliable.

[@rayaany.4069]

B48, b58 are good.

[@ECPP]

Yes

[@fzr1000981]

B58 has a history of oil consumption, S58 seems decent so far

[@rayaany.4069]

@@fzr1000981 oil consumption? Ive seen reports of disintegrating oil filters from 10k intervals, but not any oil consumption

[@fzr1000981]

@@rayaany.4069 research the topic, quite a few reports on it and most owners don't change their own oil so they never know...supposedly improved in recent years but it's not an S58

[@DeflectionMode]

The Mike Tyson example had me laughing. 😂

[@ifeanyianthonyolaha3355]

😂😂 same thing here got me rolling on the floor

[@borisstupar5147]

Got me rolling too, love Mark examples!

[@phil4208]

Those beauties look fantastic, but peel back the layers and you find a German horror story , a money succubus, I can imagine that the scrap yards are full of these cars because it gets to the point where it costs more to fix these cars than what they're worth , get rid of these money pits , unless you like wasting money , but I'm hearing the BMW ev is opening some eyes

[@jacobdiaz6977]

8:02 is what I was waiting for 💀 I know I’m a unicorn but my 2013 328i with the N20 is running like a champ even at 140k miles without the oem timing chain being replaced (still looking at replacing it and the guide just to be safe)

[@troytruong8246]

Basic 3series with na v6 is the only decent reliable bmw. The rests are pos.

[@go5582]

hi very enjoyable to watch your channels , always make me laugh. great conent and subjects... thanks from sunny california.

[@rayaany.4069]

4:09 You are too funny my bro😂😂

[@TrishNorwood8208]

Good information thanks can you do a video about the Mercedes recall 1.6.2023

[@PsychedMedia]

you dont need luxury cars to have all these issue, I have a 2011 Peugeot 308 with the Prince turbo engine (BMW N14), it has all these problems, combined

[@tonyluk112]

My S63 w M156 engine...no problem whatsoever, still running like new!

[@Saleen5000]

Year?

[@chrismalcomb3387]

So much for German quality, if it's not the engine falling apart, it's the interior. Best bet is to lease or rent! 🤣🤣🤣

[@ECPP]

That’s the safer way to go

[@chrismalcomb3387]

@@troytruong8246 Don't call me names AND we're all entitled to our own discernment.

[@andrewl8251]

This guy is entertaining and informative at the same time:) 😂😂😂

[@camshaft5863]

Lexus is the Answer

[@porschemons9272]

AMG hot V doesn't have these problems 🤷‍♂️ bmw👎

[@justinbelk89]

I’m staying away from direct injection only engines. MPI or dual injection for me, turbocharged engines are questionable.

[@ECPP]

Dual injection systems are great like in Toyotas, Lexus and even Lamborghini

[@gotyor]

You got me. You had my Mercedes on thumbnail but not in the list. Scared me for moment. It was just click bait whew!

[@ECPP]

Nice

[@susheelaswamy145]

Very informative video, thank you

[@tiborsztancs4779]

Americans and Canadians can be happy about not getting any French cars. Renault, Peugeot, Citroen and DS are the biggest shitboxes in the world...

[@ln5747]

Some of the French diesels aren't bad, they can do huge mileages.

[@stefanfreestylez]

Nice that you found all these cars on lots and gave us a view instead of typical google images samples. But its a bit misleading/confusing for the average guy watching this. The n54 and audi 4.2 v8 in the s4 are trash but youre showing on video v6t and n55 which are both extremely reliable engines. I know you made the disclaimer but still people can be confused considering its most likely people that dont know much about these cars watching this . Especially with the 435 looking completely different and having nothing to do with the 335 (2007-2010). I say those years because obv in 2011 they share the n55 engine till 2017.

[@ECPP]

Cheer

[@bubububu46]

Couple days ago I sold f30 2013 with 331000 km , without any major problems since i bought (was 160k km) 🤨

[@stingray9225]

I owe a BMW, and that's my 1st n last

[@nobodyyouknow4319]

2 notable errors in your video: The 4.2 V8 S4 was from 2004-09 (not 2003-05) and was replaced by the V6T 2010-2016 (which showed in your video) was actually a supercharged NOT Turbo despite it saying V6T, the Turbo V6 did not appear until 2018 and looks different than the car you were showing

[@DomUrbain]

I burst in laughter when i heard V6 Turbo for that S4 😂 ! Any car guy know it’s a Supercharged engine !

[@MaxiiProduction]

Man only if you see my 2018 BMW 530i B48 coolant leak repair and maintenance bill. Its 4k+ God damn BMW. And I had the symptoms and problems of the list you mentioed from @2:50 minutes and mine is only 4i cylinder. Man I can confirm they all have same issues. Imagine I had the N63. I would go broke and homeless

[@ECPP]

True the N63 is a hot mess. Great as new, but after 5 years….ouch

[@troytruong8246]

Never keep these cars out of warranty.

[@Werewolfmage]

i have a customer with a 09 s5 with the 4.2 i have done so many repairs to the engine. im dreading the day for chains. the bmw.. ugggh dont get me started on that messs lol

[@porschemons9272]

M156 👑

[@PureFPSPwnage]

TL/DR: avoid used BMWs like... *_THE PLAGUE_*

[@younorxa]

German cars are of great quality and reliability, but in recent years due to ecological restrictions in Europe, manufacturers are forced to make shitty engines in order to meet the harsh emission restrictions.🤷🏻‍♂️

[@powerboatguy2308]

You don't have to drive very far for these type of videos if they have Audis and BMWs on the lot as they provide a lot of source material. It is a shame, the cars have nice styling, but they should be leased for a couple of years then turned in.

[@ECPP]

For sure

[@NotShowingOff]

Car Manufacturer: we are proud to use the same engine as the ppl in NASCAR. Me: don’t those cars have maintenance ppl and pit crews? CM: …

[@ECPP]

Cheers

[@Badlandz]

I’m thinking about getting a 2018 E-300 are they reliable? I heard good things

[@ECPP]

Not bad, but a little fragile and those engines have had a few concerns as shown in forums. With that said, I would.

[@phillyspitta8147]

Can you do a segment for cheap reliable cars for my teens

[@jimmyaber5920]

Lexus, Acura, Infiniti never went to 10k or 12k oil services and they avoided issues. BMW, Audi, MB when 6k oil services are done have near Lexus durability. The hardening seals, brittle chain runners, sludged cam phasers and phaser solenoids all go to 100k or more miles beyond their typical failure points. The longer intervals were pushed by factory paid maintenance coverage and legislation in EU countries. I know less oil handled is "green" but mountains of bad engine parts is not green.

[@ECPP]

Some really good points indeed

[@malidawgz5690]

I have had toyotas for the last 20 years and change oil every 10K miles with full systhetic. No issues. Camry hybrid 185K miles, highlander hybrid 190K, current 2012 sienna 130K miles prius, 1995 T100 200K miles, no issues, current 2018 highlander hybrid 70K miles, no issues.

[@gsu4life1]

But these are fun cars that make driving worthwhile because life is too short to drive boring cars. So, no boring Lexus on the list...gosh darn it

[@ECPP]

Thanks

[@algeriasolitaryman3662]

Good vid Keep up exposing them👌🏻👊🏻✌🏻🇩🇿

[@ECPP]

Thank you, I will

[@algeriasolitaryman3662]

@@ECPP ✌🏻

[@jeffb.6642]

so I guess the short version is avoid BMWs with turbocharged engines

[@ECPP]

That is a thing. The later b48 and b58 engines are decently solid so far

[@johnkenn5005]

Its like the 2.4 grand am engine when they are running great but when they are not they are done lol

[@ECPP]

Cheers

[@DeflectionMode]

European luxury vehicles might be fun to drive when they’re new but keep them long term and your wallet will almost definitely regret it. Not to mention the resale value!

[@DeflectionMode]

If I absolutely “had” to buy a luxury vehicle, I would go with an Acura or Lexus only.

[@Glad2BGolden]

I heard these cars are only good for leasing.

[@Glad2BGolden]

@@DeflectionModeThis is what I’m thinking too

[@Szcza04]

@@DeflectionMode Those are cars that your kids could drive in high school.

[@malidawgz5690]

which did you own long term?

[@islanddon865]

As good as these cars are, and they're reasonably durable, I would NOT keep any of them past the 80k point...especially the Audi, any Audi. Those electrical/elecrtonic issues can drive you INSANE. My brother didn't listen and he took his A6 past 80k and only 10k later, he is facing a horrendous bill approaching $10k CDN. When he told me he has 94k, I just laughed and told him, ten large is a "good start".

[@rncm86]

As a current Lexus GS owner; I'm looking at trading for a BMW 540i (2017-2020). Considering that the B58 motor is one of the most reliable engines from BMW, do you believe this is a good trade?

[@ariesmight6978]

Like Mark any mechanic will tell you that. BMW's are mostly plastic. Even under the hood. Plastic is a week material. It also dries out and becomes very brittle. Faster so under the engine hood. Making all of these components. Something the mechanic worries about both initially breaking. As well as additionally breaking.

[@EldePHX]

Bad trade in would stick to lexus

[@ariesmight6978]

@ValleyoftheSun For myself I would purchase the 2022 or 2023 Lexus 300H.

[@Aesthetically_Tuned]

The B58, the engine in the G30 540i, has been super reliable so far. Most 340i, 440i, 540i, G11 740i, and 840i will be great daily cars and reliable. I think the 540i would be a good option if you’re looking for an upgrade in comfort, driving experience and fun reliability. There are also many BMW forums, reports, and social media examples of how well made the B58 is.

[@rncm86]

@@ariesmight6978 are the current BMWs with the B58 engines still having issues with plastic parts and materials breaking? From my understanding; BMW addressed the issue by heat shielding the plastic materials.

[@gregkistner1955]

Thankyou good information to know!

[@ECPP]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jaytee6741]

Nice Honda Civic parked next to that ticking time bomb 💣

[@JCizzleSoCal]

So this is supposed to be an “Exotic and Luxury” channel that essentially bashes luxury vehicles and doesn’t showcase many exotics. What the heck! Hahaha

[@MrTimstaaa]

Euro cars are designed to make the company shareholders wealthy and you broke while you chase that feeling of prestige.

[@ECPP]

I agree

[@rayaany.4069]

B58 on top baby

[@ECPP]

Indeed

[@gameboyttv]

Great video! What are your thoughts on the 2018 GLC 300 with the M274 engine?

[@ECPP]

Actually not bad as we own the c300 also 2018 and it’s then same mech and chanssis

[@gameboyttv]

@@ECPP I love my 2018 GLC 300, has 70k miles and it's solid.

[@jameskaderra8090]

Trash engine. Cylinder failure at 100k miles.

[@justinbelk89]

This just confirms these BMW’s and Benz’s are over engineered, not reliable with too much maintenance cost. The more & more I’m learning about these cars from videos and conversations from people who had them, they’re only worth getting in a lease & dumping it before they breakdown.

[@lilchernovevo]

Laughs in 94 f250xlt 7.5l v8 with reliability

[@kenc8359]

To me, a luxury car is like a sexy girlfriend: Nice to look at, turns heads, creates envy, high performance, handles well but very expensive to maintain. A reliable car is like a committed wife: faithful, dependable, takes me where I want to go, doesn't break down, just have to treat her well.

[@TheGecko213]

You forget the main part Everyone wants to sleep with your sexy girlfriend and everyone wants to take your luxury car for a drive

[@drivingthebeast9101]

Thnx for the Advices!

[@Jimbo1268]

Nicely done, dude. Keep it going

[@ECPP]

Thanks, you too!

[@tonyter3367]

Hey Mark ..it seems these luxuries cars have more problems then a cheap cars.. cheap cars must be built better..

[@ECPP]

Somewhat but much of it is the complexity of the tech and certainly drivetrains do cause stresses on the longevity

[@eeiko321]

One question @mark, a bit off topic… but does the cold ever bother you? Lol I’m from the other side of the world and personally never seen snow in my life… I can’t help but notice the vast amount of snow in your videos. Assuming it be depressing?

[@ECPP]

Haha, yes there are days that it’s very annoying and ocassional my depressing but honestly, cold is OK unless it’s the -25 and colder. The -5 to -10 is actually refreshing and not bad. The worst part is the salt and sand that gets thrown on the roads that is the worst part of it from a drivers perspective

[@eeiko321]

@@ECPP all good champion. Love your work and enjoying your videos, from Australia.

[@manvindarsingh]

Is 2015 328xi reliable! I am thinking of getting one used with 65000kms on it

[@ECPP]

Not bad as in 2014 the B48 engine came to town replacing the troublesome N20

[@manvindarsingh]

@@ECPP what things I should check before going ahead, and do you know any good place for inspection in Toronto?

[@stargazeronesixseven]

Yes , it's sad but We Are Responsible for these trash products in the markets! Letting profit minded assembly hubs to assemble our vehicles using cheap labours & materials will end up with these used & throw products that only making these selfish & greedy investors rich & our landfills fulled! We should support Responsible & Passionate for their Craftmanship Manufacturers to maintain some sanity & love in the vehicles or products we buy ... If we all stop buying trash , hopefully those trash producers will change their mindset! It's a Demand & Supply system! 🕯🌍

[@ianclaudio777]

Notice: any Lexus, Acura or Infinity! Japanese are the best, even when they made super sports cars like Lexus LFA with the most beautiful V10 sound in the world Ps. Maserati and Alfa Romeo are trash too

[@ECPP]

The LFA is legendary indeed

[@curtisskeete4515]

Buying a luxury vehicle like Benz bmw Audi and some others is like buying and expensive pair of shoes or for the ladies an expensive hand bad you can wear them every day or you have to have a few so you don’t destroy your only one nice expensive thing. In other words these cars you can’t beat them up every day they are more to just show off as yo show how much money I got.

[@damilolaakanni]

You can have fast, fun, or reliable, but you usually can't get all three. Porsche seems to be an exception to this rule.