Here You Go Doug Demuro! This Is How Much A V12 Mercedes CL65 AMG Costs To Fix Out Of Warranty!

Doug Demuro recently made a video on the insane Mercedes-Benz CL65 AMG. In his video, he wonders how much a car like this would cost to repair outside of warranty. Well Doug, here you go. This is how much a $200,000 Mercedes-Benz CL65 AMG can cost to fix outside of warranty.
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[@LegitStreetCars]

What's the most expensive repair bill you've seen and what kind of car? I once fixed an S600 under extended warranty and the bill was just over $30,000. But I went to town on that thing,Haha.

[@battosaijenkins946]

@LegitStreetCars, hey douchbag you're not Doug and way to go being original. Just be yourself and tell it how it really is, plain and simple~

[@Moist_Handshakes]

Scored a brand new ignition coil pack for $750. Most expensive fix. Plugs weren't gapped properly.

[@shaikymandel7593]

Battosai you obviously don’t have a sense of humor, Alex was joking around and making the video entertaining, why do I even have explain that? Chill bro Doug doesn’t own that style of film making so Alex can copy him all day as he said in the beginning.

[@Fee.1]

Battosai Jenkins youre not very intelligent are you? Struggled in school yea?

[@bismarck6]

Battosai Jenkins wtf are you saying

[@pleaseelaborate5456]

Doug the type of guy to trademark the word “this”

[@Ts0usermax]

Doug the type of guy to flip out when someone tells him their dream car.

[@jorgehurtado1538]

$3,500 for heads on a 06 C230. Had free floating valve. Hit the Piston but want bad.

[@SkylineLofe]

man literally called it

[@anamgguy3794]

I remember when i was looking into buying my first car at 19 years old and ended up with a clean 1 owner 06 S65, and I clearly remember how many people said id go broke fixing it yet im still waiting for something to actually break before replacing it, regular maintenance isnt as bad as most would assume and its cheaper than replacing something from lack of maintenance

[@nikolal.4502]

V12COMMISION You had S65 at 19 ?

[@jordanbell4420]

Not going to lie, I wouldn't trust a teenager with 600bhp and 737lb ft.

[@uzernaim1648]

@@nikolal.4502 absolute madlad

[@adriandude85]

V12COMMISION 🧢

[@ReleasePain]

AnAMGguy same here! Bought a practically new BMW 5 series at 18 and everyone literally told me I was going to need another job to afford it 😂. Almost 2 years in and absolutely no problems, currently at 92k and looking into either an M6 or Cls63 next!

[@DoctaFoxXx]

This is killer content. This channel has everything it takes to get big on KZbin and grow into more car enthusiast media like TV in a few years.

[@OscarGonzalez-yw4pp]

I don't care how much the ABC suspensions cost to replace. This car is going to be mine. ;)

[@curlymyhero]

U don't "replace" the entire suspension--just the part that breaks.

[@jameslemerond7581]

Oscar Gonzalez people say it’s just like any other hydraulic on machinery. So basically you can bring it to any hydraulic shop and they will most likely know whats going on

[@Eidrian111]

If it is extremely expensive just go to strutmasters and replace the whole suspension with coilsprings. They also include a module to erase the abc codes.

[@OscarGonzalez-yw4pp]

Eidrian111 I ended up getting a clk55. I don’t regret it one bit

[@OscarGonzalez-yw4pp]

Commenter2 2004, 126,215 miles

[@SteveBassen]

Boy this video sure came full circle

[@item9exists166]

I owned a 2003 CL55 for about 6 years. I wanted one since I was 17 and when I turned 26, I could afford a quality low mileage example. These cars are a labor of love no matter what year/miles you go with. They will keep you up at night. I dealt with all the ABC bullshit and other various electrical gremlins that come with these things, but looking back I would do it all again. I learned a lot about maintaining/fixing cars and how various systems work. When the car was functioning properly, it really had seriously impressive performance for such a big car and there's just something magical about the old Mercedes coupes. If you are considering a W215 of any kind, don't try to daily the car even if you live where the roads are perfect and if you do decide to daily the car, budget about $3500-$5K for maintenance per year at a good indie to keep it running right. It can be done, but like my man said...you gotta pay the cost to be the boss, but if you pay that cost, then you'll be the biggest boss in one of these, no doubt.

[@srconcepts1848]

Awesome video, Alex! I actually have an '05 SL65 myself, which I've owned for just shy of 4 years. I looked for about a year to find a nice one with a good service history and a specific color combination (silver with red interior). I got it with 20k on it, now has 38k. I've only done basic maintenance so far (brakes of course, ALL fluids including the ABC, etc) along with some Renntech goodies, and it's been trouble free so far. The best advice I can give to anyone is to actually drive the cars if you own one, as there's no doubt in my mind things like the ABC components don't cope well with sitting... exercising them is a good thing!

[@dstrong11]

I have 100,230 miles on my 2005 S600 V12 Twin Turbo, so far I've spent $2,000 on the Tandem Pump replacement. Don't buy a rebuilt one trust me on this! I bought new front rotors from O.E. and they were $220 for the pair, put some ceramic pads on their and I was under $300 total for that job. Pads cost me $17 on Amazon lol. Coil packs were also replaced by the previous owner i.e. dealer. The Tandem Pump high pressure hose, or power steering hose was replaced also. It cost $320 just for the hose! So there's no getting around that. You can flush the ABC fluid out yourself just use a Turkey Baster and get a bowl. Replace it with CHF Hydraulic Oil and you're good. That said its a joy to drive and getting to 150mph+ is no problem! Find a good mechanic and Shop around for your parts and you'll love it like I have these past 2 years!

[@mujjuman]

i have 2009 BMW 750 with 158k miles and the iDrive says transmission fault

[@curlymyhero]

I have the same one, even year, which a friendly dealer sold me for just $4 grand! But it had a blown turbo which needed engine out service. $3 grand later and I got my car back. Just needs a TPS pedal now but above 3,000 it fuckin' flies! No sound, just a whir!!! I'm gonna get both resonator and muffler delete on it eventually as V12's need sound! Also I've had no issues at all with the ABC in 2 yrs. and with just 429 units in North America this fucker is RARE!

[@klwthe3rd]

I absolutely love the humor and dig at Doug Demuro. I always enjoy your witty humor with a nice blend of great information. All I would suggest to you as a prior Mercedes Benz tech is that most people that are interested in buying an ABC suspension Mercedes and fixing it themselves with FCP Euro parts, needs mechanical instructions. The breakdown of costs between factors is great but if I'm personally going to attempt to do this job myself, why not provide the "nuts and bolts" repair procedure so we can see first hand how to accomplish this? Your channel is very successful and one of my favorites so I comment a lot. But in my opinion, you would easily surpass Doug Demuro' s numbers if the ACTUAL repair was performed and the video created for us to reference first hand. All other MB channels focusing on these issues skip over this point. I was hoping you would outshine them all by showing us the repairs. Great video.

[@LegitStreetCars]

Hey Ken, first off I really appreciate you watching and making informative comments. I know you have been around since I started. I do plan on making some instructional type videos but my time here on KZbin is just super limited. I work a full time job, have 2 babies, I write automotive tech artilces and everything else life has to offer. I do think about what you are saying 100% and think that I can incorporate those types of videos on cars that I own. I plan on buying a car or two this year and starting a series that I may call "Sorted." They will not be smashed cars or autction cars. Rather normal cars I find online just like everyone else but that have been neglected or need somewhat normal repairs. Then I can make videos on the repairs show everyone how cheap somethings can be done and eventually sell the car and move on. Overall instructional videos take a long time to make and don't get too many views so with a very limited time to make videos I have to use my time very wisely. If this whole things kicks off one day I'd love to focus more of my time making videos and possibliy uploading quality content 2 or 3 times a week. Thanks again for watching! Alex

[@klwthe3rd]

LegitStreetCars I appreciate the detailed response as sometimes I enjoy your channel so much that I often forget that you have a family and other commitments. Please forgive me for that. I know I speak for so many subscribers when I say we highly respect your work, research and overall top notch character traits you possess. Keep up the excellent enjoyable videos.

[@ja.935g67]

One of the realest and one of my favorite KZbin channels by far! Keep up the great videos! The breakdown of the cost is epic!

[@robertlaugherty4914]

Just bought a 2007 S65 AMG and when I got home I wondered to myself “what have I done?!” But videos like this have given me the confidence to plunge headlong into enjoying it and tackling all the preventative maintenance myself.

[@evanepp]

Another awesome video! Cant wait for the next one! Already binged watched all your vids! So glad I found your Channel! Love the fact that you give props to Doug and Tavarish!

[@KannX]

I like how You showed suspension's quirks and features in this video.

[@candesearl]

Hi Alex!! Well done with the video!! It is interesting to watch Doug with his reviews, BUT YOU are so much more worthwhile!! Thank you for going over this vehicle. I have been drooling over an S600 for several years and I still cannot wait to get my hands on one! I do ALL my own work and I do not let anything intimidate me. Thank you for your input and encouragement. Merc ownership is two-fold......driving and maintaining. I am very interested in any other video relating to the S600-2010 and newer. Many thanks!

[@tr5946]

Doug doesn't own the word "this" LoL

[@tehgzizlauw1787]

Trenton Leslie "ThiiiIiIIiees" is a Mercedes....

[@MrBon3sz]

Your mom likes this meat though

[@tr5946]

Delete your account

[@_gkz___]

You aint

[@2857steve]

Yes he does

[@robertmoriarty925]

Love your videos! I have a 97 BMW 750IL with a V12. It still runs and looks great inside and out. Several months ago my left rear strut spring mount failed. The car was equipped with hydraulic “EDC” struts that are about $1000 each. As much as I love the car, it wasn’t worth it (it has 225,000). So I DIY’d a fix. I replaced the EDC struts with new standard struts( Sachs struts and Bilstein springs). I’ve never done much more than change a tire before this but had to try. As far as the hydraulic lines, I clamped them, cut, then used a 2” tight thread stainless steel hex bolt and threaded it into the cut tubing. Then cinched it with hose clamps. I kept a close eye on leaks and the power steering fluid (they are on the same line) and so far so good. Not something I would’ve done when the car was newer! But we need to keep these amazing cars from the scrap heaps!! Best to all!

[@jeremiahborrowla5623]

I bought an ‘07 s600 with lots of maintenance records and have had zero problems in almost a year. The key is flushing the abc system regularly, replace the filter too. And service the trans regularly. Great video!

[@LegitStreetCars]

JEREMIAH SNYDER Great to hear. I absolutely love these cars and love hearing success type stories. They are expensive no doubt, but just amazing machines

[@BeesonsCars]

incredible car, I wanted a 600 badly when I acquired my S550, but the reliability, insurance costs for a 17 year old, and wearables cost was insane.

[@MrSandperson0]

And I was waiting for the Alex-score at the end :-( The CL65 is my dream car - luxury, hand assembled V12, 4 seats, ample trunk space. The reality is that I had to "settle" for an 04 E55K...so I'm only shy 4 cylinders :-)

[@mujjuman]

SL65 prefacelift my dream car

[@espritmike]

Why settle for a E55 when you can get a CL600? It’s 80% of the car for 40% of the price. Brakes are waaaay cheaper too. Front $260 in parts. Textar and Pagid, good stuff

[@misterj5045]

The fact that you demonstrate repairs that YOU do yourself rather than just give a monologue about the vehicle is what puts you at the top of MY list of channels that I enjoy watching. Excellent work.

[@LegitStreetCars]

Thanks!!!

[@misterj5045]

To be honest, I started watching your vids about the E55 which led me to the S600. I went and bought one. A silver 05 S600 with 81k on the clock. Previous owner got stuck replacing both coil packs and a rear strut, ABC pump seals and was immediately scared of the next issue that might pop up so I got a deal! His repaired pump was immediately run dry so I got a replacement pump at the same time as car purchase. ABC still functions with pump noise, I'm just waiting on some spare time to replace.

[@namoroman666]

Thank you for doing the prices, nice to have the perspective. Great to hear from an auto expert.

[@jamr2t]

Those things accelerate like a damn jet ✈️

[@aniltongoncalves5706]

You sound like Doug throughout the whole video 😂

[@ericperegrino9336]

Nilton Goncalves nah he needs a higher pitch voice.

[@markgaribaldi9319]

I am so happy you made this video. I like watching you the best . .. you are a mechanic. . . I can learn something from. Thanks I bought a CL500 2003 for my wife 2 years ago.

[@bdf49]

This is, a great video! Keep em coming!

[@jasinpirovic9375]

Cant believe i missed this, another great video and break down 👍

[@mikealanzo]

I own a 2005 W220 S65 with just 37000 miles on it, and I know this: If you're not one step ahead of ANY breakdown or malfunction, you're going to wind up robbing a bank to cover your workshop expenses. Keyword: Maintenance!!!!

[@AntzolY111]

My dreams sadly I am broke as shopping bag haha

[@AntzolY111]

Beauty a mastercraft german car

[@thatmatty231guy]

Exactly

[@jaimepONE]

Your channel should have half a million followers by now.... Great content 👍

[@jasonw3303]

That’s crazy. I didn’t realize this was 2 years ago and another car.

[@Rafymon98]

I have a 2005 CL55 and I love this car. I do all the repair and maintenance work on my CL in my garage. I must confess it is not my daily driver, but when I take her out, it is a blast!. My recommendation is; do not cheap out on maintenance, but do shop smart. We only live once, so enjoy what makes you happy, for me it is my CL55. :)

[@carlhunter3851]

R H good car

[@RafaFunhouse]

not v12 buddy

[@PetreMihai94]

And then there's me who would just have more than enough with a Nissan 350Z (love that car since I started playing Underground) , because it's manual, but the Mercedes are another world, very luxurious interior, first class confort, silent while driving, you look like some executive if you drive in one of these and can still be fast and sporty despite being as heavy as a mountain. I always look at all the CL from this generation (no matter if 500,600 AMG, doesn't matter, interiors are all luxurious) on the street and I respect them, like WOAH this is business, not those nasty plastic cars they do today

[@ampiko68]

Thank you for sharing this vital information, so very helpful !!

[@4035andrew]

This video is what made me click that subscribe button. Thank you for breaking everything down like this, please do more!

[@forcedinduction2140]

Great video. As a proud owner of a 2006 S65 AMG, I have a channel with a few different videos about the car. The most expensive quote from the dealer for me was like $6k to change out the radiator and radiator fan. Genuine Mercedes parts cost me $1200 and maybe a whole day work. Replacing all 24 spark plugs I got a quote from Mercedes for $1200. Cost me $240 with genuine mercedes plugs and a few hours of work. My keyless remotes stopped working, Mercedes quoted me over $2k to replace the antenna. Found a used one on ebay for $30 and it has been working great for over a year! Recently, I changed out the 2 front hydraulic struts and upper and lower control arms for a total of $1400. I can't even imagine what the dealer would have charged.

[@Alvan81]

Respect!

[@erichknodel4334]

This is a great video. I’ve been shopping for a CL65 and this put my mind at ease. I already have a SL65 and I’m spoiled by the power

[@carib4ever248]

Faaaaaannnntasssstic information! Great videos!

[@canabox7112]

Nice video. Thank you

[@aaronrandolph1267]

great video. I am considering a used Mercedes and was wondering about these costs this video gave a good idea on that

[@kyy7774]

Great vid, as always. You forgot motor mounts though. Like with the 55k's, the torque from the V12TT's can destroy them pretty quickly depending on how you drive. And some of the older M275 cars had horribly designed motor mounts that required you to drop the subframe or remove the steering rack and downpipes to get to their top bolts. Or if you're not a contortionist or have large hands, pulling the engine might just be easier (I believe that's what the WIS calls for anyway). Much harder and more expensive to work on than the 55's (with air suspension), but no one can deny these 65's, even at 10+ years old, are just amazing cars. Perfect blend of opulence and supercar speed, especially when tuned.

[@LegitStreetCars]

Yea those motor mounts can suck. Some car require the engine to be dropped, others just the exhaust. I'd get the aftermarket poly filled mounts for sure after all that work. Alex

[@arturmirzoyan4744]

As an owner of a CL600 and previously having owned a CL55 I love seeing new videos of these cars and getting more word out about them. The maintenance can be pricey even at diy, but still worth it. Other things worth mentioning that are expensive are door locks $500 a pop, front window regulators that are $500 also and the valve blocks for the abc that are over a $1000 for each. Check out the video review of my CL600 on The Smoking Tire page.

[@mujjuman]

i saw ur video!!

[@RafaFunhouse]

You put 65 rims on a 600, why put yourself through that? Buy the CL65. Every night you sleep you think about having a 65. Don't put 65 rims on your car and don't put a V12 Bi Turbo badge either. Stay sane. P.S(The FUCKING INTERIOR OF 65 is BETTER THAN 600. COSTS WAY MORE. FUCK OFF) Ok BYE.

[@aladdin2107]

Yeah that Arthur guy is deranged like so many other 600 (65) model owners. They always try to justify not having a 65. They say things like it smoother like the 65 is a GT3 and they say it’s the most powerful non amg, and a whole lot of other garbage like the 600 has a better interior. Straight garbage. I’m glad I own a 65 as part of my collection. They are similar, yes but to say the 600 is better is delusional. Pisses me off so much when people try to add 65 rims and parts, 65 badges, amg badges, v12 bitrubo badges and get an ECU and say it’s faster than a 65 like a 65 can’t get a tune...sad stuff and truly psychotic. The V12 owner community are even more weird when they don’t have a 65 compared to when BMW 335i owners don’t have an M3 and that’s saying a WHOLE lot.

[@mujjuman]

Who cares? Everyone has different tastes and different preferences. This specific comment is about his CL600, not a CL65. And lots of people put AMG wheels on non-AMG cars...

[@RafaFunhouse]

Putting AMG wheels on non-AMG cars is idiotic. Same thing with M badges on a non-M car (BMW).

[@diyscantool7847]

I had owned a s600 before loved it ABC suspension is so smooth V12 awesome engines run butter smooth very powerful just a very smooth this engine behaves like no other motor

[@uzzle21]

mannn i really enjoy driving this damn machine its amazing

[@MoparViking70]

Excellent video and all the info is on point. I'm a current MB master tech, on the line for over 10 years now. This car is really amazing when properly maintained. Yes, maintenance is a money pit on these, so if you can't afford one, don't buy one. If you can fix it yourself, there are a lot of resources out there and you can save a whole lot of money. Realize that you should only take on the ABC pump on this if you have a lot of tools, extensions, etc.

[@drsuffcatr8319]

I had one. Put 160,000 miles on it. It was a fantastic car, and fairly reliable. I rebuilt the ABC Pump and Valve block solenoids. Coil packs went out like clockwork once a year thankfully FCP euro has a good warranty on them. I changed the water pump, radiator,and electric fan. One critical maintenance point thats never done is the abc fluid and filter change. I did that every oil change. As for the cost, i bought most of the parts from fcp euro and any mb dealer parts from mb of atlanta as they had the best prices.

[@edlingja1]

david swan Why do the coil packs go bad so fast?! My old mercury mystique is going alright with all stock stuff. Just started a misfire this year, will do the coil & lines to fix it.

[@drsuffcatr8319]

Jay Edlington From what i can tell they are just too complicated for their own good. They use the spark plugs as knock sensors. They read the ignition pulses with the cassette computer to determine knock from what i read. Its the major change from the m275 to the m279, they went to a conventional coil on plug. Its worth buying the ecu kit from speedriven to change to coil on plug.

[@ciAMkia]

I pretty much love all AMGs, except the ones that have the V-12, 6.3 liter engines, which are not nearly as bulletproof as the 5.4 liter engines. The fact is, I prefer my AMG, a CL 55 AMG. It is a 2003 and yes, it is a Kompressor. It runs great, came with every single maintenance record, well actually every single record about the car. From the moment it rolled off the ship from Germany, until I bought the car, the prior owner had saved EVERY single piece of paper that was ever associated with the car. He had them in both paper and CD formats and included the Mercedes Benz mechanic's DVD/CD workshop manual for it. The man that I bought the car from was a retired U.S. Navy Master Chief and as I have stated before, when I was in the military ( I was USAF, but interacted with the Navy too), I worked with a few Master Chiefs and every one of them was a meticulous, detail oriented guy. My CL 55 AMG was perfectly maintained and was so clean you could have eaten off the chrome threshold on either the driver's or passenger's side. While the Master Chief didn't go crazy with upgrades on the car, it did have a tune on it, in fact, a custom tune for the car and the Mercedes Benz top speed limiter of 155 mph had been discarded with the tune, and also, the car's 0 to 62 mph time was now 3.85 seconds, which is insanely quick for a car that weighs as much as mine does. So, I love my AMG. It is in perfect condition and should remain that way for sometime as I take very good care of it. Have fun with your AMGs folks!

[@theil6]

Great Video Alex..! Do the CL 55’s have the same suspensions? And the rest?

[@benb1022]

How this channel doesn't have at least 200k subs I don get it. Info here is gold videos after videos

[@myname9252]

He'll get there. I wont.

[@RateYourCell]

Awesome video!

[@sohailchaudry2240]

great information and well put together! thanks. I have a cl500 2000 year model. I love it. Yes it cost a fair amount to maintain. However you really do only live once and its an unbelievable car. Even in 2022 it looks good and has aged well inside and out. Highly recommended.

[@samuelaguirre9116]

Another great video 👏👏👏

[@DoubleAgent25]

Your mannerisms mimic Doug's perfectly.

[@mafiasgarage4032]

You are right on your point's.

[@Dajkid08]

Great video. I bought a w220 S65 after this video and love it. You should add one to your collection!!

[@Powerjackrepair]

Hey neighbor, couple of things to clarify, the ABC shocks almost never go bad, what goes bad are the nitrogen spheres (every 9 years or 80,000 miles). Assuming you replace the nitrogen spheres within 9 years or 80,000 the shocks will last forever. Shocks do go bad ONLY if you fail to replace the nitrogen spheres at the above intervals. The spheres are the items you did not show. Each sphere about $100 you will need at least 3 of them. If the steering fluid is dark that means one of the spheres went bad, you need to replace all of them at the same time, put the new fluid in. So shocks is the item that is 100% fullproof on that car. The ignition coils, we are living in 2018, i can fix an ignition coil for $200 if you provide which cylinder is misbehaving, for ignition coils not to go bad you just need to replace the rubber boots every time you replace the spark plugs. Transmission is fullproof engine is fullproof, there is really nothing horribly wrong with this car. I think a BMW 7 series would be way more expensive to maintain than this ride (speaking from experience). The alignment, this car has simple suspension just like any other mb or bmw, there is nothing hard about alignment on this vehicle, any $100 shop should be able align it.

[@LegitStreetCars]

Thanks Jack!! Great comment. My point was simply to high light some expensive repairs as I stated in the video. I plan on going over the super easy sphere replacements in the future. I have seen these abc struts leak so they do go bad but not very often if maintained like you said. I listed the alignment at $125 since it's a normal alignment. Thanks for watching Alex

[@MrSportsmobile]

Yes, accumulators spheres, the ABC hoses go too because of the V12 heat.. just replaced mine.

[@ferakobv1]

You're not going to prevent these coilpacks from failing just by replacing the boots. You also can't fix them for $200 there are two packs each pack is for a full bank of 6. Theae aren't single pack per cylinder engines.

[@MrKidi39]

Love these videos

[@jacobchrem2536]

Just subbed 👍 great video!

[@ZlatanPu]

HI Alex, how about the engine mounts? I had an SL65 and to change them you had to remove the engine. Is it the same on the CL65? They were also prone to breaking.

[@roberttran1985]

I bought a 2004 S600 with the same expensive systems. I found one that was neglected and got it as a project car. I've already spent 2X the purchase price in parts for DIY. Not for the faint of heart, but it's been an amazing project and experience. I replaced the pump, rebuilt the valve blocks, and replaced major ABC lines including the ones that snake around the engine carrier. ABC system so far has been the most expensive parts, but the second would be the PSE actuators in the doors and trunk. After this car, I think I'm ready for any complicated luxury car project :-)

[@patrickposey2003]

Hey I have a 03 cl500 and had to replace the eis, esm, ecu and see I need a special to to properly reinstall the eis I'm in Chicago and wonder do you have the special tool???

[@justinsellsreo]

i see these all the time living in orange county ca. i was always worried about the maintenance costs, but now it looks like i have to buy one. thanks bro.

[@glebb215]

I'm a DIY guy.. Thanks for the Great Content..I've been looking at these..

[@DailyDriver.]

First time watching your stuff. I really enjoyed the video. New sub

[@LegitStreetCars]

Thanks!!

[@capn_shawn]

My CL55 has 184,000 miles on it and all work is done myself. After replacing the ABC pump and several other ABC parts, eventually the impossible-to-replace hose that runs over the motor to the regulator sprung a leak. I removed ALL the ABC stuff, sold it to Arnott for cores and installed a YellowSpeed coil-over kit with a Strutmasters ABC light delete module. Best car move I ever made! With YellowSpeed, these cars do not need sway bars, the suspension will only travel 2.5” before the tire leaves the ground. People that tell you sway bars are needed are thinking of Corvairs or normal cars. In hard cornering, the car can only lean 2”

[@chavdardimitrov1645]

Hey Alex, love your videos. Been a sub since you had 10k subs. Keep up man!!

[@LegitStreetCars]

Thanks brother!

[@dustifilms]

Fantastic video

[@Killian665]

I emailed you about this exact car about a month ago, thanks for the reply and the video lol.

[@sofronio.]

man! this vid is what we call a vid with good content

[@seanmccauley1446]

Great video

[@rragnell]

Curious to know if the Flat Rate hours quoted above are from ASRA. My local Merz dealer says they multiply the hours given in ASRA by 1.5 when its a customer pay job, otherwise they get paid the ASRA time when its a warranty repair. If these are ASRA times can one realistically expect to find an indy shop that will follow them? Most shops I've used offer up a time that they thinnk it will take which is typically 1.5-2X the ASRA times.

[@cawimmer430]

Excellent video. You nailed it. If people want to own such a car they need to realize that it's expensive. Period. There is no other way around it. Instead, people want to own these types of cars and pay nothing for maintenance. They are just asking for trouble. And I think part of the reason these cars have a bad reputation is that people buy them only intending to keep them for 3-5 years, so they don't bother with long-term maintenance and this means the cars reach the used car market in often poor mechanical condition. The best and reliable cars I know and deal with have been WELL-MAINTAINED by both owners and dealers. Those are the ones to buy, not the abused and neglected cars.

[@mujjuman]

haha awesome video man i love it

[@MeynMotorGroup]

I love this video bro 😂😂

[@ericblevins9792]

I have the same car..had same problem. Is there a complete list of items that have been replaced?

[@kalaga2k]

This is why l like Doug DeMuro, he gets to the point and doesn’t talk talk talk to listen to him self. Viva Doug, he changes the Auto industry

[@marvinheemeyer6660]

A $900 to $1,000 "plan B" maintinace on my wifes 2011 E350 coasted me in parts not even $150. The cabin filter was simple to change. I replaced the twin engine air filters with K&N for better fuel economy. Then brought it to a shop that specializes in German and Italian cars & got the oil changed, greased a couple spots and the car checked for any problems for $160. Doing simple maintenance yourself saves butt loads of money.

[@neil4374]

Great video:)

[@michaelbaka4777]

I've got a '05 SL500. I bought her BECAUSE there's no turbos or supercharger, just a very sweet 5 litre that just runs and runs all day long. Like you said, maintenance isn't too hard, just plan a Saturday morning for it. Yes, I have ABC in it, works great!! She's got 303 wheel horsepower with a 7-speed trans. That's fast enough for me, had her up to 131 mph [in Mexico!!] and feels like 145 is about the top end. Just keep them maintained and remember that they weren't made for quarter mile blasts, will last a good, long time.

[@Yesterday23071]

I ve got an E Class 320 CDI elegance and BMW 745i e65 in white 2002. The E class is W210 model lovely driving , but not so good as S class 320 W220. The BMW 745i e 65 2002 , came as direct swap for Audi A4 2.0 petrol automatic 2003 , which I ve bought it for just 350£ . So not too bad . Is all a matter of looking around , you really don't have to spend a fortune on a car which is more than 10 years old . And thanks to You tube most of the things can be done at home ! All the best to everyone . Very good video , thanks .

[@BrandanVenne]

Should’ve mentioned the accumulators on the abc pump. I’ve done quite a few of those for whining in the ABC system.

[@samspace81]

Bottom Line, you only live once & learn to work with your hands, very rewarding. Great video Alex!! I will own one of these.

[@ZKhweziN]

Just came across this video. Been contemplating buying a one owner 06 SL65 with 26000 miles. I'm going to BUY IT!!! Coming from 6 yrs ownership of an E63 V10 M6, the forums were filled with scare mongering. 6 yrs later, not a damn thing went wrong... Like one of the comments said, "maintenance, maintenance, maintenance" Solid video. 👌🏽

[@rcmjc9072]

would you be able to swap out the ABC struts with an aftermarket air suspension ie AIRREX or a more reliable coilover system?

[@rcmjc9072]

spoke too soon you answered the question towards the end lol. Need swaybars!

[@fawzi9656]

i own a 2005 s600 with that system .. the best riding car i ever had .. just check on the system fluids every now and then and DONT cheap out specially on maintenance for that system

[@ezacher4634]

100% bucket list cars!

[@fvingerhoed]

saw this car in Cortina. Italy. 2007. I always wanted it. Still do.

[@mikelin7]

Your video is the best. Makes me want to get a salvage car and DIY it...

[@codyburns8050]

Thanks for this video! I would love to own one of these, although i don’t think i could afford the maintenance. The cl65 is a fine car!

[@3DThaRapstar]

Cody Burns that's true bro. I have a CL550 and the repair prices are out of this world. I had the car for about 3 years now and I put altogether over 7k

[@mbaroneva76]

Not gonna tell them about the joy of releasing that quick disconnect on the rear struts? Lol, love the channel dude. I'm a team lead with Mercedes, 15 years with the brand. This is awesome that you're giving enthusiasts a great resource on the brand. You have a new subscriber.

[@kashiomodashio6455]

For a big Benz that can out run Ferraris and lambos, the maintenance is a hell of a lot cheaper! AMG the best or nothing!!! I own a w211 03 e320 and keep up with the maintenance and has been an awesome car, built superior! I want a w215 from 03-06 but just a regular cl500 without the ABC, but great video!

[@stanleykwak717]

All CL cars have the ABC.

[@nancyblanchard9175]

Maybe a 82 Ferrari 400

[@Alvan81]

I've never needed new rotors and I'm on my 4th Benz (E and C classes )

[@TheDonRamirez]

Around the same on my 2001 cl600 but it’s such a great machine 🔥

[@1962moon1]

Im looking for dust boots for the ABC suspension any ideas ?

[@CLK-rv8ib]

Like what your doing bro keep it up 👍

[@Andrew-zv4fm]

Great video. I am not surprised about the price. When it comes to Mercedes the only way I am surprised about the price is when the price for a repair is lower when you think it won't be. I am talking about dealer prices. Let's call it reverse sticker shock. Question: Over looking the fact that it can devalue the car when trying to sell it, with this type of car, could you convert the ABC system to a standard shock and spring system?

[@LegitStreetCars]

Yes I go over that in the video after giving all the prices.

[@jimmypage4162]

Staring at that GM High Tech feature on your trans am behind you sure makes me miss that magazine, my all time favorite magazine GM High Tech!

[@andresmora7740]

Love the videos man, ill be moving to the US after this all corona virus carp, thinking of buying an e55 w210, i currently own a w210 e320 year 2000, love it so much and is in collector shape basically, big fan of the Chanel and my dream is to own a w124ce 500e, a C215 cl55amg and and an e55 amg all long term.

[@txturbo930]

Love Love Love those cars!

[@Pennychaser1]

Got CL55k here. Just converted to coilovers for $1100. Did the work myself. Drives just fine, but will add front strut bar when getting rid of tandem pump soon

[@djstrick100]

Nice video. I'm 3 years in on owning my 2005 s55 with 67k miles. So far we've had to do the brakes, radiator, supercharger pulley, bearing and belt after those repairs the passenger side ABC hose burst and we had the pump flushed while changing the hose. Love the car to death. Great info. Thank you for sharing.

[@saceboi]

djstrick100 I have a 06 S55 amg with TCU and ECU tune with resonator delete and xpipe. Car is expensive af to maintain lol but I love it.

[@djstrick100]

It's a love hate relationship. I love it when there's no issues and want to drive it off a cliff when there're issues. LOL. I live in Los Angeles and last night on the way from Long Beach on the 710 FWY I saw headlights coming super fast from behind. I thought it might have been the cops so I moved over to let the cars pass. Turns out it was a Chevy Sonic and a '97 Camry. I blew their doors off and left them so far behind it was ridiculous. LOL This makes the high cost maintenance worth while. BUT, I'm looking very hard at the 2018 wide body Challenger Hellcat.

[@EmeryJude]

LOL I actually was about to mock Doug in a video about my truck! "This - Is a 2005 Hooptie!"

[@stanimirivanov4052]

Actually I thought it was Doug in the begining of the video :D Nice one.

[@DivadNoodeldehm-lz2gm]

I'm thinking of swapping one a W275 V12 into my Mustang. Do you have any details on that motor and what its common failures are?

[@TheTransporter1461]

It would be interesting to see that for a BMW E38, because its an amazing and affordable luxury car as well.