HERE IS WHY YOU SHOULDN'T BUY A CL550 MERCEDES! (Or should you)?

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In this video I go into detail about why you should not but a CL550 Mercedes-benz. As I mentioned before I love this car, this and the bentley GT was my dream cars. As this is a good car to have but only if you have deep pockets. This car can be expensive to maintain,(SKIP TO AROUND 4 MINUTES FOR THE ANSWERS)! That’s when

[@lava260]

This video is great and is very insightful!! you were spot on with repair cost. I remember my passenger rear window going out on this car a few years ago. I had to replace regulator, motor, and also reprogram auto seal function for $960. Yes one rear window. The maintenance on this car is short of nothing nice!! I had about $16k plus repair bills already for about for years of ownership. These are beautiful cars but having this vehicle out of warranty is no joke. I am convinced that this is a lease only vehicle unless you have deep pockets. There's no wonder why I don't see any of these things on the street!! They are definitely a rare spot. Again, this is a very great and informative video my man. Screw the haters!!!!

[@3DThaRapstar]

Yeah my window is going to be about 1000 but I wont be fixing it as I dont need it no time soon anyway

[@sanakiyamam1987]

Dion Burgess which car would you prefer ? With a good maintenance and so on?

[@lamarevans66]

My son wants to buy one I told him LOOK ! ain't all about just getting it it's about the maintenance to now if your struggling to buy it you don't need it because if something breaks it's going to sit more then you drive it

[@sanakiyamam1987]

Chuck Evans HHC-YG i`m also thinking about it. But the maintenance. Also another option is the bmw 645ci or f10 530d or 525d with M Design.

[@orlanderkeller7615]

@@sanakiyamam1987 if you thinking about maintenance don't buy it because it's going to cost, stay in your lane

[@djenglewood]

Beautiful Car i had to bail 4 minutes and still haven't gotten to the point 😴😴😡😡

[@joepasquarello1273]

You made it longer than most....

[@securitycoolyo]

Seriously repeating yourself 5-6 times and still not saying anything Smfh 😐😐😐🥱🥱🥱😴😴😴

[@3DThaRapstar]

@@joepasquarello1273 actually all my subs watch the whole videos, you must be new to the channel

[@3DThaRapstar]

@@securitycoolyo because i have to emphasize whats important, which is this car cost money to maintain, and i will repeat myself again this car cost money to maintain lol

[@securitycoolyo]

@@3DThaRapstar we get that, I think even the people who are not automotively inclined got it after the second repeat.... the 3rd to eleventh repeat really made the video drag. That’s why the comments are like this. Maybe take heed and more people will watch the whole video and be more receptive. Just saying... it was tough to watch. Good luck with the channel tho.

[@DC-cz2sr]

Case in point if you don't have the bread to maintain it don't get one big ups to you my g keep pushing

[@ronjeffrey3213]

This needs way more views you where spot on with the cost and repair prices

[@3DThaRapstar]

Yessir, every new viewer don’t know my content they want me to get into the video right away, 🤣

[@BatmanYZFr1]

Oh man, this is the truth. Had my CL550 now 3 years. Love the car. If it's not raining, pilarless every time. That being said...engine mounts, rear window shade, seat auto cornering support, rear tires go quick, and yes the rear driver side window. Luckily it goes always down but takes 3 pushes (always no less and no more) to go back up. Popped the corners on the front bumper once on a parking stop. ( It lowers itself when off) Besides routine maintenance $$$$ something goes wrong every year more $$$. But besides my Supra when I was in my early 20s, this is the most fun car I've ever owned. Fun vid.

[@soiyt5270]

Do you still have the supra?

[@rosalioquezada7318]

Right behind you brotha you made this car be my dream car ,got a s w220 need that 221 coupeeeee 🙌🏼🙌🏼🔥

[@3DThaRapstar]

yessir

[@cantbeatthecool]

Beautiful car, my favorite, I want one, thanks to your videos I’ll be staying with Lexus, thanks for the info.

[@3DThaRapstar]

They are not that bad they just cost to repair but are great looking. Lexus are great and more reliable. to me the looks of the benz are one of a kind

[@Hotep36]

You purchased a Lemon

[@3DThaRapstar]

nah not really, just stating the bad things, most people dont get these videos when i say " dont buy A" because they dont get it, i have this car car and love it, but im basically informing people of how much it could cost

[@chris.h9316]

Bought a messed up car and not having the correct people fix on it

[@smooveasmars195]

Y’all love to hate on cars that have problems that people love as if people aren’t out here fixing up cars crashing them n rebuilding them abain

[@ethanberdejacortez4845]

beatiful car bro, beautiful, can you power drift this ?

[@3DThaRapstar]

I haven't did it bcuz the car is heavy, but the wheels do spin so I'm not sure

[@paulna4072]

A lot of things you can do yourself for a fraction of what dealers ask

[@metparker]

Did you get a pre-purchase inspection ? I think not.

[@tj31732]

True. It is a lot to repair a MB, but for me it's well worth it when you own a car that's somewhat rare. I'll be golden if I can find a good mechanic, and not have to take my car to the dealership for any/and everything that goes wrong.

[@johnwayne8083]

Keep making the videos man very insightful and helpful

[@karloconnor4831]

I own a cl55. Its s great car, however the costs are high. Equally, I did by one with the view of restoring it. The general maintenance is high. I spent £70 driving mine on the motorway for a few hrs. Lastly though, if you are worried about cost etc this isnt the car for you. Great car, cost money but you effectively own a beast. Overall it's the bullocks.

[@gbkny1]

My 2001 c320 gave me an education in Mercedes Benz. So many things went on mine but it started everyday. I had continous battery drain issues. But when it worked it worked well. I could drive across the country. It was quieter than a newer car and did not vibrate. The plastics were suspect with guey knobs in the summer. It was as reliabe as any other brand but with a much better driving experience.

[@3DThaRapstar]

Yessir that’s the thing about these cars, I have some newer C class videos and yes they are great cars, I feel like my Benz been great also but when things go it’s one after another but really great cars

[@allenleonard4930]

Replace the battery and keep the Transponding on the Sunroof when your first start it after replacing the battery.. The window problem is the Switch Panel Control.. Replace the Entire Switch Panel on the Drivers Door.. I work in a Bodyshop and all 4 Door Vehicles with 4 windows have the same problem..

[@cavaleer]

I'm thinking about buying a cl63 2008 from a reputable dealer who offers extended warranties. What would you recommend?

[@dham629]

You might need a brand new starter battery which is under the hood. It costs about $200, so check those terminals.

[@3DThaRapstar]

Okay imma check it

[@RE_SHORT_IT]

Peace Brother, what’s your opinion on getting a 2012 CL 550 w/ 59,710 miles for 25K it has Premium 2 PKG Parktronic w parking guidance and Pre Safe Would appreciate your feedback? Thanks

[@3DThaRapstar]

Those are great deals bro. Especially because those facelift ones has the turbo so they are even faster than the previous ones, like I have. I say go for it bro

[@Superfastjellyfish669]

The top model benz are amazing, but some repair costs are wild. You can do a good job at looking for a well maintained vehicle but somethings are just going to give out.

[@3DThaRapstar]

Very true, that's facts 💯

[@Lil_kage1900]

My clk does that... I think it’s the ignition switch . Especially if u fixed the crank shaft

[@holysoulemerge6469]

best mercedes ever made

[@3DThaRapstar]

yessir. agreed

[@tmoney10fm44]

I have to get my sunroof and massage seats fixed. i don't know why the seat controls don't work for massage and lumbar support

[@3DThaRapstar]

Damn. Yeah my seats mal function sometimes and the lumbar stays out just a little

[@allenleonard4930]

+3D Tha Rapstar If your Seat are malfuctioning, It's the Motor that controls it..

[@DaRealStiffhand]

Whats up 3d? Man i got the same window issue. I had my Mercedes shop look at it. My problem is the master( drivers) window control. Not sure if you know but all cars as far as i know run off the master control. I was quoted $600 for the repair. I'm thinking of buying a used one online (around $200) and going at it myself. Sucks to not be able to go pillar-less. On another note, that noise i told you about awhile ago ended up being a pulsation damper on the ABC pump. Its quiet most days so i still haven't fixed it yet. And Lastly, IF YOUR THINKING OF GETTING A CL listen to what 3d has warned you about. its real!Most times i don't want anyone near it so it isn't scratched. other times I find myself wishing someone would run into me and total the damn thing.

[@DaRealStiffhand]

Forgot 1 thing. Im not sure but i think i fucked my window switch. Unfortunately im a smoker and the cl is the worst car to drive in the rain with a cracked open window. Wets up the door like you wouldn't believe. well that switch caught a lot of rain water so that may have caused my issue.

[@3DThaRapstar]

Yeah I'm fucked my window is going to be 1,000 to fix

[@Atl_celebrity]

Fam it does make me scared to pull that trigger but when I see how well you maintain the outside of the car makes it worth getting

[@3DThaRapstar]

Yeah man when you keep the outside looking fresh and getting compliments all the time its hard to say no to the car

[@olidenizquierdo9714]

Man you got a great car, me happy owner of a E 350. Thinking on buying a 2011 E 550 and I'm keeping my E 350.

[@myvishan]

God I love those E350. The engine is so nice in those.

[@Man_eee]

Will the 2008 CL600 5.5L V12 510hp have the same problems as this model? I have a 2008 CLS 550 5.5L V8 382hp (Have been fixing the minor problems here & there not too bad, pretty reliable car) was thinking of selling it to buy a CL600 spending 2k out of my pocket, is it worth it? Or should I just stick with my car.. Anyone

[@karloconnor4831]

Good video mate! Very truthful and honest. Mine has a mind of it own also.

[@3DThaRapstar]

Thanks for watching!

[@BRUNO-cj9wd]

Like your positive vibe!

[@3DThaRapstar]

Thx 💯

[@Fony_turgeson]

having that pillarless thing happening on the driver side sucks even more lol

[@Elfelipe202]

Your battery in the key is low. That’s why it’s taking longer to push to start.

[@gwizdus]

Im gonna buy it anyway.. Same here man, dream car! just need to be careful with that suspension, thats what all people says about those mercs, and not only CL but all with the ABC suspension. shit. and fixing windows is expensive in all pilarless coupes. Have 2006 CLK now, and have issue with em, they dont want to go back on the position after closing doors. very annoying.

[@ryanwood6006]

That means they just need to be reset. Don't waste that money at dealership. Google the window problem

[@Hotep36]

Talk to Much! Get to it!

[@3DThaRapstar]

Hey it’s making me money so I’m not complaining

[@fredrikholmstrom3034]

A fairly common failt with MB is the gear position sensor who thinks that you are still in gear and would thus not start. Not a very expensive fix.

[@3DThaRapstar]

Yeah man I hope its not that much because I been doing repair after repair

[@buravan1512]

i used to drive the 2017 S350, yes the car had problems here and there, but i was driving it as UBER Black, cab... for 12 hrs a day, sometimes 15 hrs... i started thinking that Europeans and US versions might be made differently... the same car has around 850000 Km on odometer today. still running strong... now i just got a 2007 CL 500, which looks like yours, i like the vibe, let's see how it goes. @@3DThaRapstar

[@lewokejames]

380hp to carry 4500lbs? Easy pass. Can't go wrong with a good ol 03-07 cl55 amg - cost less, weighs less and 495hp / 500tq !

[@sharp7704]

You must be a local race car driver because that 380hp snatches my neck back every time and fast as shit

[@BeatNovakane]

bro I got a CL550 also... just KZbin videos on how to fix stuff YOURSELF.. saved me racks on racks on racks.. most stuff is mad simple trust me

[@cpbeslidin3611]

Is the natural v8 a cheaper route vs the turbo ?

[@penterprise2481]

It can be a love/ hate relationship. U riding and its all good - Love it. Service time - Hate it. Back from shop - Love it!

[@3DThaRapstar]

Yep, perfectly said

[@tmoney10fm44]

try using your key in ignition

[@tmoney10fm44]

Let's get some angles

[@kingkiddwavy5668]

My brother have a cl 600 its real nice everything work he had it for two years nothing ever happened to it since he had not a scratch n it still running like a champ no problem s at all im getting one also n im keeping my old school clk

[@3DThaRapstar]

Yessir, they are great cars, mine runs for years also at times before it need something done, Benz in general are great cars, just pointing out some defects on this videos

[@peacefuljourney4858]

My husband brought me one for my Birthday and she's Gorgeous!!!

[@3DThaRapstar]

What color/year?

[@smooveasmars195]

Did U get any problems

[@SpeedRacer03]

My next car I'm hoping to get soon...I'm already used to fixing all sorts of things on my E350 soooo... thanks for your video.

[@mahderefikre5220]

U supposed to press the brake Nd press it correct me if I am wrong

[@Foltyn444]

I tell everyone if you don’t know how you work on ur cars stay away from BM and BENZ.me my self I love Mercedes and wouldn’t change it for nothing and that all because is the most Safe car ever.

[@dwoolwichpoly9086]

Get the 5.5 naturally aspirated Engine as opposed to the 4.7 BiTurbo which will save you a lot of money. And as long as you are prepared to purchase it and set aside $2-3,000 for any major repairs and then keep up with maintenance, the car is a great car to have. These cars gave depreciated massively as well so is not like you are spending too much money even if you put the $2-3k in repairs at the start Most people’s views on these type of cars are skewed: you are buying what used to be $90,000 car with all sorts of luxury attached to it, of course they are gonna cost more to maintain and own. You pay to play. Everything is more expensive on this car and as long as you go in with that mindset, you won’t be disappointed when a repair bill does eventually show up seeing how now these cars are 10-17 years old at the time of writing this. Thats only expected

[@3DThaRapstar]

You are correct but my S coupe has been far more relaible and it has the 4.7L, this car had the 5.5 which was relaible but I spent a ton of money on, but yes you are correct, this car has been good to me over the time, I only titled it that bcuz I made a video saying here is why you should buy one and it only got 1000 views lol I guess people like what’s bad

[@dwoolwichpoly9086]

@@3DThaRapstar nah bro you were spot on. My comment was more aimed at those people who keep saying Mercedes is a money pit when they expect Toyota level of upkeep for $100k car. These are fantastic cars whichever engine you get albeit the 5.5 is less of a headache engine wise but the S Class coupe has improved auxiliaries around it that are less prone to breaking in my opinion

[@brianbui2460]

I have the same problem back window let me what happened

[@boutbreadracks4404]

U can pull da push start out and pull key rite??

[@3DThaRapstar]

Yeah

[@wrth]

What is that wrap called

[@tinasmith4975]

SALUTE THANKS FOR THE INFO

[@3DThaRapstar]

🫡

[@Ned_Slanders]

I’m 4 minutes into this video and you STILL haven’t said shit of value.

[@3DThaRapstar]

Because you maybe are new to the channel, I show the car and get into my video, I don’t just explain, it’s a marathon not a sprint, have other videos with plenty getting right into it, but hey your not forced to watch it, thanks for the comment tho fam it is appreciated

[@YungSimmie305]

GET THE CLS55 AMG !!! I LOVE MINE

[@3DThaRapstar]

What year do you have. I have been considering one

[@josephhargrove5036]

Is the amg better far as mechanicly

[@jessemartinez6781]

Glad im a mechanic. No way in hell im paying $1000 for a window regulator

[@3DThaRapstar]

I know it’s crazy

[@brianbui2460]

Do you know anything about abc making noise?

[@dham629]

Does it make a humming noise when you drive? If so that's your hydraulic pulsation damper. The part costs about $200 with labor cost to remove and replace and purge fluids. It can range about $600-$800 depending upon where you take your car.

[@jameslucas8230]

What wheel and size is that

[@3DThaRapstar]

They are 22s

[@tmoney10fm44]

pop out the start button and use key just to see if its minor

[@eddiechu8216]

This is a 11 minute video. 4 and a half minutes into the video, the narrator is still blah blah with nonsense and not into the subject. I stopped right here. What a waste of time.

[@3DThaRapstar]

But you took the time to comment lol, this is a old video, made it for my subs not all the new fakes that have no idea how I run my channel lmao

[@cometdawn7300]

I have two mechanics that specialize in this car I have a 09 cl 550 thank god I don't need the dealership.

[@3DThaRapstar]

I wish I knew how to work on them myself

[@clevelandaeromotive]

When you are your own mechanic, everything costs 1/4 as much. See my BMW X6 videos. Everything but heavy engine work I do myself.

[@3DThaRapstar]

yep, thats the best way

[@NutnFartsy]

Same. That's why I can drive a c300 economically...

[@AMGEVAN]

Thank you for all your videos. This used to be one of my favorite cars growing up. Not anymore. These cars are pieces of trash. The reliability on these vehicles is embarrassing. It doesnt matter if you can afford to maintain the vehicle or not. You shouldnt have to. I was about to buy a CL55 AMG. You saved me and I thank you for that. One thing is for sure, your car is beautiful. BUT, the CL reminds me of a gold digger. She is pretty until she asks for money every week.

[@3DThaRapstar]

Yeah true. If you have extra cash and just use it as a weekend car you should be ok with buying one

[@GP-wt8eo]

Took FOUR minutes before you started telling us about the problems with the car.

[@Fony_turgeson]

previous gen 06 cl55 looks so much more sexy

[@3DThaRapstar]

Nah I have to respectfully disagree, that gen look weird where the back pillar connects to the car, always looked odd, and all the Benz have bubble lights then, I like it but not more than the 08-2013

[@mr9sidemacg]

Lol I had one $799 to fix my drivers window

[@3DThaRapstar]

Yeah my whole window motor had went out it was like 1100 for me

[@jeanalexis4159]

Peace GOD. I Love your car. I'm getting a 2012 CL550, Cocaine White with Heroine Interior. I appreciate your review. I'm Still getting it! 1!

[@3DThaRapstar]

Let me know when you get it

[@NickMill1]

two days ago got the same problem dunno my man

[@MisterCee41510]

This car is officially off the radar. Simply put these are not well made vehicles.

[@Smittt0187]

That’s a fucken sweet ride mate

[@3DThaRapstar]

Thank you

[@MichaelBernardo]

Video starts at 4:00

[@3DThaRapstar]

This video is old

[@marcusfletcher949]

Do u realize that u talked for over four minutes before u even start talking about what the video was all about???!!!

[@3DThaRapstar]

Yeah I'm not a car review person. It's everyday life with the car and updates on things. There are plenty of people that just do car reviews you will enjoy

[@sebi726]

Maybe it’s that expensive to repair it because it’s an european car

[@dkvikingkd233]

Waaaaaaayyy too much you and too little car review..

[@3DThaRapstar]

What you mean way too much me. I do really show myself one bit

[@dkvikingkd233]

@@3DThaRapstar I mean that this review seems to me to be more about you than the car..

[@DLN-ix6vf]

Bottom line if you can't afford a MB then just don't buy one period !

[@jeffreyjordan9497]

Benzes are nice cars but they have complicated electrontics that shit fails before the engines the engines are bulletproof

[@3DThaRapstar]

Very true

[@danyboi7082]

Put your Foot on the Brake to start the damn car man :D

[@joepasquarello1273]

Forget it

[@keithh3099]

Geeeze!

[@brianbui2460]

Starter

[@metparker]

Try a new battery first.

[@DaSGME9]

Man all cars comes with issues, I like mines

[@3DThaRapstar]

Yes definitely I love the CL, but the S coupe is way better you should check out some videos, what car you have?

[@DaSGME9]

​@3DThaRapstar I do have a the coupe it's a 14

[@DaSGME9]

​@@3DThaRapstarI have a 2014 cl 550

[@metparker]

Maybe its your key ? Low battery.

[@reginaldpernell7583]

Don't it have 2 sensors?

[@joepasquarello1273]

I made it to the 1:20 mark.

[@3DThaRapstar]

Yay

[@3DThaRapstar]

Appreciate it, lots of folks don’t get it, and lots of videos grow outside my subscriber base, so the average viewer don’t understand my content because they was not there from the start, all they see is do not buy and they instantly talk crap, not knowing how my channel really is

[@CASHSTRO215]

Bro you already know I love my cl 550!!

[@3DThaRapstar]

He'll yeah me also. It was before it time and still is...

[@buravan1512]

these become cheap, when you can do some mechanic work (not even that much) and you know where to get cheap parts... if you know how to fix suspensions, fixing windows, lights, brakes... it can be a lot cheaper. *ANYWAY, NOBODY BUYS THE CL FOR BEING CHEAP.*

[@3DThaRapstar]

Yessir 💯

[@dariohabijanec4511]

Why do you sound like an Australian American?

[@3DThaRapstar]

Lmao 🤣

[@medina3860]

brother... its simple... you purchased a piece of shit... CL 550 are awesome when you can afford one...

[@3DThaRapstar]

Nah not really I had it over 4 years been solid just has its days

[@keithtaylor9210]

Nice car, bounty hunter d?? Lol

[@chris.h9316]

Your not going to the right mechanics

[@3DThaRapstar]

Maybe, but they all say the same thing, it’s a money thing lol

[@lukazupie7220]

Wheels to big imo, makes car look small lol:)

[@3DThaRapstar]

Well you need to see it in person bucz this car is huge

[@dominicwood3750]

Click bait know nothing

[@3DThaRapstar]

Sorry I couldn’t help you, my channel is not really for specs and information, just a guy that loves his cars

[@MatthewJohnson-pi9hl]

dude get to the damn point!

[@3DThaRapstar]

Sorry bro, old video, I will try next time bro appreciate you trying to watch it. Sorry

[@pastahjul]

Get to the point man 😅 Don’t waste everyone time 4:50 is a long time in to this clip 🤣

[@3DThaRapstar]

This video so old bro it's been there done that already, how is it 450 I told you what a CL was as soon as the video came on

[@tmoney10fm44]

I'm the 10th liked.

[@hennythang1417]

Big engine

[@3DThaRapstar]

Yes indeed

[@Mr.Brolic]

Stop screaming 🤣

[@3DThaRapstar]

Ok 🤣

[@ladawnemalone2955]

Check out Scotty Kilmer he can help you on Mercedes purchases and any other vehicle problems

[@3DThaRapstar]

I guess lol he biased tho he was talking crap about the new Camry and then ended up getting one lol

[@metparker]

Try a new battery first.

[@metparker]

Try a new battery first.

[@metparker]

Try a new battery first.

[@metparker]

Try a new battery first.

[@metparker]

Try a new battery first.

[@metparker]

Try a new battery first.