I’ve Been Lying for Years, Mercedes is Actually Better Than Toyota

I’ve Been Lying for Years, Mercedes is Actually Better Than Toyota, DIY and car repair with Scotty Kilmer. Mercedes Benz car review. Best luxury car to buy. Buying a new Mercedes. Buying a used Mercedes. Should I buy a Mercedes. Why Mercedes are hard to work on. Why not to buy a Mercedes. The truth about owning a Mercedes. Car advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 54 years.
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[@scottykilmer]

April Fools! If You Buy This Car, You're Stupid: kzbin.info/www/bejne/amPUpZiPirJrpLs ⬇️Scotty’s Top DIY Tools: 1. Bluetooth Scan Tool: amzn.to/2nfvmaD 2. Mid-Grade Scan Tool: amzn.to/33dKI0k 3. My Fancy (Originally $5,000) Professional Scan Tool: amzn.to/31khBXC 4. Cheap Scan Tool: amzn.to/2D8Tvae 5. Dash Cam (Every Car Should Have One): amzn.to/2YQW36t 6. Basic Mechanic Tool Set: amzn.to/2tEr6Ce 7. Professional Socket Set: amzn.to/2Bzmccg 8. Ratcheting Wrench Set: amzn.to/2BQjj8A 9. No Charging Required Car Jump Starter: amzn.to/3i7SH5D 10. Battery Pack Car Jump Starter: amzn.to/2nrc6qR ⬇️ Things used in this video: 1. Common Sense 2. 4k Camera: amzn.to/2HkjavH 3. Camera Microphone: amzn.to/2Evn167 4. Camera Tripod: amzn.to/2Jwog8S 5. My computer for editing / uploading: amzn.to/301tYt9 Subscribe and hit the notification bell! ► goo.gl/CFismN As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

[@isalmankhan1]

🤣🤣🤣👍

[@hammywammy6813]

What if it’s not a joke 🥳😀

[@laurenceelisha689]

Hahaha. You certainly got me. 😆

[@NicotineRosberg]

U got me. I'll admit

[@100vg]

April Fools - no fooling? 🤣😂🤣😂🤣

[@mahhty4279]

Imagine having the balls to bring Scotty your Mercedes

[@themachine8009]

🤣🤣🤣🤣👍

[@L4J20]

especially when he ripped that beauty cover off 🤣

[@TopJoo7]

😆

[@Notthetimeforit]

@@MikeJones-pp7gu show me on the doll when Scotty hurt you.

[@hondanation9375]

@@L4J20 😂I was thinking same thing

[@newtonraymond77]

As a guy who owns 5 Mercedes I approve this message. Do your own repairs and avoid buying parts at the stealership unless you have no choice and you'll save lots of money and still use OEM parts

[@aryub5851]

Do your own repairs 😂😂🤦🤦

[@michaeldamanti8170]

Have you owned BMW? I got so tired of lack of reliability. Would you say Mercedes are more reliable?

[@RcH382]

@@michaeldamanti8170 i have 3 mercedes and love them all. had a z3 and couldn't wait to get rid of it.

[@michaeldamanti8170]

@@RcH382 So really is night and day?

[@ishkaranbrar313]

@@michaeldamanti8170 new bmw's are better.

[@TrollHunterxXx]

Nobody has this much disdain for beauty covers 🤣🤣🤣

[@charltonarmstrong9022]

Notice how he didn't throw this one🤣

[@johnharris6655]

I had an ML500. I will never own another Mercedes, but this one died a hero. Some guy missed his turn and t-boned my wife in our ML 500. The ML did it's job and kept her and my son safe.

[@extremedrivr]

Why?? Mercedes are awesome!!

[@MattBlack6]

So would a Hyundai.

[@williammurray1341]

A friend here in LA was hit by a Prius doing about 35 according to the cops. Laid his M-class on its side.

[@johnharris6655]

@Frank Fuentes They were in Jurassic Park 2. Very pedestrian with a 4.3L V8 and not a lot of Luxury. The Next gen that came out with the V8 had a lot more stuff.

[@roninbushito]

Their SUVs are the worst I would only get the E class and above. Toyota/Lexus makes the best SUVs

[@actionfaction2558]

A depreciated Mercedes with relatively low miles is one of the best car buys out there IMHO…I’ve bought 3 AMGs, all depreciated, under $20k, and all have been great.

[@christophercolumbus8944]

which AMGs? ?what year? C class?

[@actionfaction2558]

@@christophercolumbus8944 in the past…2 CLK 55s, under 70k miles, both at a price around $13k, and a 210 e55 with 60k miles, bought 4 years ago; as my current daily for $15k… Only the most reliable m13 engines and the strong trans, same as in the v12 cars.

[@actionfaction2558]

When I was looking to buy the E55, …I also looked at a 2014 E63s with 40k miles for $43k which I also thought was a great deal and a lot of car for the money. I went with the e55 because I could buy outright without a lien and I anticipated servicing and maintenance costs to be far lower.

[@christophercolumbus8944]

@@actionfaction2558 how was your insurance payments? i always wanted to own a E350 coupe from the old era 2010-2012

[@actionfaction2558]

@@christophercolumbus8944 With the first CLK 55…it was pretty high, more expensive than the Z06 Corvette I got next. The second time I purchased a CLK55, because the first one…was that one car I regretted selling, I learned that the cabriolets are low in numbers in the states, so I got collectors car insurance with guaranteed value of $14k for $600 a year ( rediculous low I know ). The E55…I don’t really know, because I have a multiple car discount. It’s not unreasonable though. Really the only time I noticed was during the first one…most likely due to my age…15 years ago. But, after the fact, I realized how good that car was, because through 40k miles, I only had to replace motor mounts and a thermostat.

[@alphamacho6401]

Rev up April Fools! 🚗 💨

[@carbonio28]

What else can it be ?? Lol 😂

[@RT-mm8rq]

As a former owner of an SLK I can say it was definitely a great car but wait until you start having to do some major repairs especially when it comes to fixing that foldable top. Then again if I found a great deal I consider getting another one.

[@derrickjohnson5219]

Exactly right RT I heard those motors for the hardtops-to raise the car up cost 5000 each and their are two motors.

[@derrickjohnson5219]

To raise the top up.

[@alphagt62]

@@derrickjohnson5219 that’s insane! If those motors died, I’d just leave the top up for the rest of it’s life.

[@RT-mm8rq]

@@derrickjohnson5219 This was a while back. The top would occasionally just freeze when opening and closing. After getting the estimate on parts and labor to repair top and fix other issues with the car I chose to pass it on. It eventually made it's way into the hands of a certified MB mechanic. I'm pretty sure the cost of repairs was darn close to the actual value of the car.

[@datnigga7445]

@@MikeJones-pp7gu have fun taking your car to the shop every month

[@michaelmcloughlin3127]

Have a 2001 Mercedes C Class. Yes it's old and cheap but it passed our annual test 3 times since I owned it and it's powerful on the motorways. I know it will fail me oneday but I use Scotty´s tips to keep it going

[@jb6368]

Fact it's 2001 says it all,, different built compared to now for sure.

[@michealleeyoung4482]

..so the older ,the better?.

[@7inchwarrior888]

@@michealleeyoung4482The older Mercedes are easily 200,000 mile cars as long as you keep up on the maintenance. I have a 01 CLK 430 and it’s running like a champ with 143,000 on it. The main problem with older Mercedes is the valve gasket seals and it’s not hard to replace them.

[@GreatGrandmasterWang]

April fools!

[@hamanncorporation1993]

Mercedes has never a chance Vs Toyota... Toyota and Ford are the best selling Cars in the World and Best Selling Car Brands. The Toyota Camry you can see so many for Taxi and Police in USA, Arabia and Asia. Mercedes you can not see and Japanese Cars are the most reliable cars...

[@icecreamjunkie6790]

Scotty: Mercedes is better than Toyota! Me, knowing it’s an April fools joke: 😏

[@mjgh2002]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@martintran7837]

Hahaha… I doubt too then you confirmed it

[@RcH382]

The joke is on those that buy toyotas or hondas

[@stiffybeanie4148]

@Ryan Nguyen Old ones are great but new ones are trash

[@gafurrzogaj1426]

Lol good one Scotty 😄

[@luisaneyra7559]

The BEST or nothing!. This is my 4th Mercedes and never ever had a big problem with it!!!! 👍

[@israels841]

I can see Scotty was also having fun inside the Benz. Yes they are a pain to fix if you need it. But boi are they fun and nice

[@Veritas-dq2hs]

best in what? curious.

[@user-fi1xu1pp7p]

Toyota is still better though 🫡

[@jamesmcd71]

Back in 2005 I was expanding my business to cover from I4 north to the FL state line. So I was driving hundreds of miles 6 days a week. I started looking for a more comfortable car I found this 2002 S500 with 38k on it. This car had tech that is just now becoming available like lane keeping, auto distancing, auto braking, and fallow. In a 2002 I could lock on a car ahead of me and it would follow that car on interstate and small roads all by itself. One day I noticed the door didn't close. It has this thing called soft close. The car closes the door for you. It uses vacuum do alot of thinking like this. The door locks, windows, doors, and suspension. This pump started not working properly. Took it to the dealer they said it's a $3,200 repair parts and labor. So I looked into it the car seemed so well engineered it couldn't be that difficult to fix. The pump was mounted in a box under the trunk and the manifold was in a insulated box in inner trunk wall. All original parts were $768.00 and it took me less than 30 min to replace them.

[@AguaWaters]

most car with a lot of these problems, people go to the dealer. if your willing to do a little research and work these cars can last a long time. my 04 e55 had distronic (auto cruise control) that i still use to this day, i was shocked when i found out it had it.

[@dariush3587]

That's still a good amount of money just to close a door but yea that made a big difference.

[@moneyerakashcorrupt]

🔥

[@sebastianromero420]

$768 to make the door close 🤣😂

[@Jotomoz]

Lazy is how people make money do it yourself well done

[@komradkolonel]

One of my best friends is a mechanic and he owns a 1999 Mercedes E420 that was built in Germany. It was made before Mercedes went over the top loco with all the electronics and computers. It's got 170,000+ miles on it and it still runs like a Swiss watch. He wouldn't touch a Mercedes made from 2005 - present. He calls those things electronic computerized nightmares. A lot of them they won't even touch. They tell them to take it to a Mercedes dealer.

[@mopheousredpill7462]

😂😂😂

[@nickspaulding1511]

I’ve put 90k miles on a clk430. 2001 still no check engine lights lol

[@electric8668]

I think you meant E430

[@Notfiveo0]

I imagine the top getting stuck and me having a heart attack.

[@chrisadams6595]

Not true, I've sold my older benzes and bought a 2014 b180 blue efficiency with 50,000 miles on it . It's well made runs well , the 1.6 litre turbo petrol engine with direct injection is a great drive and can give 55mpg on a run. It's a well made car that we intend to keep for another 10 years before we go electric

[@robertbaldwin4313]

But "Those big old V-8 motors" sound amazing! I just picked up a 2013 SLK 55 with 42K miles for $25K. Nothing beats the sound of that V-8 and with half the cylinders deactivating at highway cruise I get almost the same mileage as this 4-banger. This is our 4th Merc (e350, c300, GLK300 and now the SLK55) and none of them have needed horror story repairs as some suggest here. Maybe we're just lucky.

[@geogeo8087]

Is it a coincidence that he uploaded this particular video on April Fool's Day?

[@Don_Latino]

I was shocked with the caption🤣🤣i quickly rush down here to see for myself

[@7inchwarrior888]

I have a 01 Mercedes CLK 430 (AMG Package) with 143k miles one it and runs like a champ. Any M-B built before 03 are easily 250k cars as long as you keep up on the maintenance. The older Benz are easy to work on, plus the engines and transmissions are bulletproof.

[@hamanncorporation1993]

No chance Vs Toyota Camry like my Camry V40 from 2007 beautiful vehicle and nice engine!!! (:

[@leonel2174]

@@hamanncorporation1993 Listen to your car when driving. It will often tell u when it's not happy. I change oil & filters every 12 to 15k or 18 months, which ever comes first. Being doing that it's whole life. Might put in a pint of oil every 7k as a top up. Mist slightly older cars are generally very reliable. Happy travels.

[@Chopper153]

It's the electronics and sensors that fail on modern German cars. Their engines are solid.

[@Chopper153]

@@leonel2174 I change oil and filters every 10k km/1 year. It's necessary here as driving conditions/roads are bad and harsh in my country.

[@leonel2174]

@@Chopper153 Hi, Sayantan, i agree, u know ur car & environment best. Adjust ur service intervals

[@SonofaB__ssnessowner]

I'd love to lease a Mercedes one day. They're fun to drive and then I can give it back to the dealership before it becomes a problem on wheels

[@jameslehy647]

I did. Was such a nice car.the drive was so smooth.... at the end of my lease it had issues. Air suspension.

[@richsweeney1115]

So, pay for 3 years, and have nothing to show for it...

[@johnl3230]

@@richsweeney1115 exactly lol

[@anvi.a8976]

@@richsweeney1115 you can give it back to the dealership after the lease ends.

[@ESUNintel]

They’re not worth leasing unless you’re getting tax incentives (maybe look into that if you have/start a business), Mercedes doesn’t do high residuals so your lease payment isn’t much lower than financing it and then you’ll have nothing after the lease ends. Also, people don’t think a lease has an interest; but it does and sometimes higher than the financing promo rates of 0.9 - 3.9%. Makes more sense to buy or finance one and then trade it in 3-4 years later; IF you buy a rare or desirable model that people will want. By rare, I don’t mean a Maybach, even a GLA 45 AMG or C45 will likely get you a positive trade in. Alternatively, maybe consider a certified pre-owned, it’s ridiculous; but they come with a better warranty than the new ones do. …although I suppose a lease is more like a subscription, and even if there’s a major depression or some unusual circumstance, MB is forced to take the car back even if no one is willing to buy it at what they estimated. It’s complicated; but really hope you get to drive that Mercedes!!

[@crzyruskie86]

I agree with you Scotty. Make the big corporations buy the hydrogen and electric cars and change their fleets instead of making the little guy pay. If it works out for them and they get more infrastructure then it will trickle down.

[@SonofaB__ssnessowner]

Ive said for years if I was building an electric/hydrogen car company my target would be municipal vehicles. Police and township owned vehicles. They can reliably plug in every night and generally don't have to worry about extremely long range option. Police cars can take up more trunk space with batteries so that they can run their equipment. They don't need a front trunk just a back one

[@dgurevich1]

There is a company in Europe that specializes in EV conversions. They developed a kit to convert existing old garbage trucks for the cost of a regular diesel truck. It comes with a complete restoration of the frame and cabin redesign, as well as new electric drivetrain. They don't drive that far, but they don't need to

[@Notfiveo0]

Hydrogen is no problem….. just get yourself a 9v battery, 2 paper clips, and some water. 😂😂😂😂

[@4g1vn]

Scotty, love your channel and energy and thx for the suggestion for the volcanic rock odor absorber! I thought you were messing, but that stuff really works! Now on the MB, since around 2010-2012 they really got their act together when it comes to reliability. I’ve owned so many, I’ve lost count and I can’t think of a single one that game me issues in the last decade. Service them well and they will run a long time. I daily drive a 2012 ML 350 v6, w/ 100k miles and it runs like a brand new car.

[@Megdad22]

Just buy two Elantras, and when the engine goes at 80,000 miles, drive the other one. After the first one is fixed under warranty,you have the other car. You then still have a couple of hundred thousand miles of comfortable driving under your belt for less than the price of one Mercedes!

[@jamesadams2333]

Such a beautiful car! The owner is luck to find a low mileage beauty like this one. Well done on the video Scotty!

[@805fillmore]

It lost 35 thousand dollars of value after 15k miles lol.

[@wlouisharris]

they are beautiful cars and they drive even better.

[@nathantherealtorsonoma]

Love my Mercedes. Had it for years no problems and I take it to a family owned Merc specialist so the maintenance is very reasonable.

[@cashgogetter6737]

Bought a Mercedes as a did research it’s more reliable than the bmw I used to have yeah!!

[@rickstorm8948]

One of the best cars I owned was a E430 V8 13 years ago.... Gave me incredible mpg.....I still miss it.

[@greggoose1]

I own a 1999 e55 as my daily and love it. The older Mercedes before all of the excessive electronics and computer systems are very reliable cars in my experience. They are simple to work on as well. The newer ones absolutely scare me haha. So many issues.

[@abeninan4017]

Especially the ones from the late 70s and 80s.

[@mikegonzalez8071]

Afternoon Scotty! 🏁

[@scottykilmer]

afternoon!

[@ernst624]

Still love the MB 300TD my father bought in 1985. It's mine now and it is a station wagon that epitomizes the genre in every way. This turbo diesel inline 5-cylinder will run forever if you change the oil regularly.

[@dominicparker9298]

I have a ‘98 C280 with 114,XXX miles currently and it drives amazing for the years & mileage. Luckily got it secondhand for a steal from a somewhat wealthy elderly woman who just used it as a grocery getter, garage kept it & always took it to a Mercedes dealer for repairs/maintenance. Even my personal mechanic was shocked at how well kept and reliable this thing is. From what I see most of these C classes in the late 90s seem to be pretty reliable, can’t speak for the 00s & up. Had it for about a year & hopefully should last 5-10 more

[@junehhan]

You have to admit these these Benz’ are just beautiful. Each time I am in the market for a new vehicle, I get so tempted to buy a Benz. Then I remember what Scotty says which is why I just bought a new Lexus. Of course I also remember how every friend of mine that has bought a German car has had nothing but problems.

[@RothBeyondTheGrave]

You either lease & keep it all under warranty work, or you work on it yourself. No other way other than at least being able to diagnose & have a GOOD indy who knows the brand. I need rear subframe bushings on my 2010 E350 coupe. I do my own work, but don't want to deal with pressing in/out the bushings given it's my daily. One dealer wants $2,200, another wants $7,700. I ordered my own parts for $98 & my indy is doing it for $600. I've done many jobs for less than $200 that the dealer wants thousands for. That's how you do it.

[@diablocls55]

I had 158k on my 2007 E550 when I sold it and never did any major repairs.

[@Chopper153]

If you're getting a German car be prepared to sell it after warranty.

[@josephcazzuto7198]

Totally agree. 2nd hand Benz, BMW, and Audi are dirt cheap and then I remember the cost of parts and labor 😆.

[@mentor_bajrami]

Get a german car made in germany, not US. The Mercedes made in US are low quality.

[@sir_ma-at_mons]

A Rare Option For these on the SLK 250 was a 6 speed manual, not many were made but it was in 2015 the last manual Mercedes ever sold in the US.

[@teufelhunden8308]

Owner of 1998 SLK230 since new. Over 150k miles never once had an issue. Still runs like the day I bought it!

[@christophercolumbus8944]

the SLK is for folks who can't afford a real convertible true or false?

[@peterbutlien1335]

I have a 2008 Clk550. 5.5 liter V8. I average 19 mpg combined. Repairs are expensive, but its worth it. It's a pleasure to drive.

[@tomburke1687]

Peter-------Same with me----I have a CLK Mercedes and love it.

[@HighestIQ]

BUT IT'S NOT EVEN CLOSE TO THE GREATNESS OF A 94 CELICA!

[@peterbutlien1335]

@@HighestIQ lol. I have owned American cars from the 60s, 70, English cars from the 80s, Japanese cars from the 90s and German cars from the 2000s and 2010s. I have found something to like in all of them, and no car is perfect. I'm sure most people have had the same experience. I feel that my Mercedes has a level of interior quality materials that the other manufacturers don't have. This is where it really matters to me. This is my interface with the car. I have 117,000 miles on my Clk. The interior is still in very good shape. I live in sunny Florida. I'm doubtful most other manufacturers interiors would hold up as well, unless it is entirely ugly, cheap looking plastic. There are always cheaper cars, always someone with more power, and less expensive to maintain. I happen to love my CLK550 despite it not being the best at everything. But it is amazing at being a comfortable, fast, classy looking everyday drive, whatever the cost that goes along with it. If I had a Toyota, I'd find a way to love it too. Appreciate any cars' ability to do what it was meant to, and don't sweat it not being what it was never designed for.

[@diablocls55]

Just sold my 2007 E550 with 158k miles. I loved it

[@Veritas-dq2hs]

@@HighestIQ compare apples to apples. If you want to compare a Toyota to a Merc, compare a Lexus to a Merc. It's like comparing VW to Lexus.

[@IKhanNot]

Honestly my 10 year old W204 C300 runs great. Costs about $500-$700 per year in maintenance/repairs which isn't bad at all for a German car. I do most things by myself and the car is still solid in it's feel and great in the winter with snow tires. I always look for the more stripped down models with less crap in them. For sure I would never buy one with Airmatic or a tire eating AMG but the basic ones are fine especially if you pick up a used one for half the cost of a new one.

[@BURAZER305]

Same with the e350. Coil springs, no airmatic. Mass production model for taxis in Europe. You gotta know which models to stay away from, of course anything exotic is a risk. But the right used merc is pretty good value.

[@dariush3587]

The w204s from that were great and better looking than the current generation. I miss mine 🥺

[@RS1Interviews]

Don't let people scare you. I have a 10 year old S500 with literally every option and it's doing great. Maintenance around 2000 per year. Which isn't bad at all for an S class.

[@jimmycain8669]

Scotty is good for giggles but I drive high end cars because I’ve worked for over 50 years and I’m enjoying the fruits of my labors. When I think of automobiles I damn sure don’t think of Toyota except to thank God I ain’t got one.

[@formula2tom225]

we all have vices, if u enjoy impressing yourself great. but thanking god u don't drive a toyota is the stupidest thing written this year.

[@treyhale8063]

My friends mother pays $50 for a 99 Honda Accord and it has over 150k original miles crazy

[@richsweeney1115]

What's crazy about that?

[@jeffu.8053]

He keeps it in economy mode to save money on gas. All of the money saved can go to the repair fund.

[@neilr603]

Don’t buy good cars if you can’t afford them. Buy economy cars when it’s the best you can afford.

[@erickirving6760]

" the Germans have many interesting ideas " a missile pops up u gotta love scottys humor😆

[@njstorozuk]

Seriously

[@MrDuncl]

and the Americans got the designer (Wernher von Braun) to design the Saturn V moon rocket.

[@TFSIChristmas]

If this is a joke purpose. I would laugh hope nothing else because even Germany was most hated country yet I love it. More people would really hate on Russia, also the USA on surveys🤔

[@Veritas-dq2hs]

@@MrDuncl then tell the Germans to figure out how to make consistently reliable cars again.

[@Veritas-dq2hs]

@@MrDuncl Btw, it was an American who created the first liquid fueled rocket in the 20s. Robert Godderd.

[@UnknownUnknown-cd4hh]

It’s worth $60K, bought it for $25K? Sheesh, how does one get that great price?

[@cesarurzua8234]

They have no resale value

[@RothBeyondTheGrave]

$60k when new. Euro cars depreciate hard because people are afraid of them.

[@extremedrivr]

@@RothBeyondTheGrave Virtually all cars depreciate when you drive em off the lots. Only now dealers are gouging people with their huge markups.

[@RothBeyondTheGrave]

@@extremedrivr very true. Have you ever shopped for used Lexus's though? Don't quote me on the exact math, but if take a Benz & a Lexus of similar age, condition, & milage. I can guarantee you the Benz will be around 50-70% depreciation while the Lexus will be at 20% depreciation at best. Sometimes even less. Before our current health & financial mess, I'd see BMW's with N54's in them with relatively low mileage for $3,500-$6k ALL DAY. Look up all of the awards the N54 won, but also it's insane maintenance. I'd see comparable Lexus IS250 & 350's starting at $15k going up to $20k. It was insane, but I get it. I see older classic AMG's for under $10k still. You'll never find a 3rd gen TL type S or Lexus ISF's for under $16k ever again.

[@Chopper153]

@@RothBeyondTheGrave BMW has improved a lot with their B58 and B48 engines developed with Toyota.

[@IndustMachWerksofTX]

Mercedes dealer wanted 5k to fix the radio in our c350. I bought one off eBay for 200, and swapped main board where the programming lives and it worked perfect.

[@David-nx2vm]

“They lost, and we won” - I almost spit out my coffee…

[@jayslomine4280]

They love to over engineer EVERYTHING One of the reasons they lost. Also the whole EVIL thing too!

[@beyourself2444]

That was funny…

[@AimForTheBushes908]

😂😂😂

[@jeffzekas]

My dad owned Mercedes, he got so fed up with it being in the shop all the time, he finally went out and bought a Toyota.

[@peterwood3108]

Ill second that. Toyota all day , everyday.

[@joshhemingway7717]

@@peterwood3108 same. I have 3 corollas 🤣🤣

[@moloono1]

Everyone ends up coming back to Toyota.

[@JoseAndrade-qw1ss]

That happened because you start listening to the Scotty 😂

[@isaacashurov365]

In the '70s Mercedes-Benz was the best beautiful durable reliable now it's all out of the window

[@corynrobinson]

I have 6 year old c-class and I love it. It's a really good middle ground. Nice torque, nice comfort, great handling, etc. Yes, they're expensive IF you take them to a dealership. Fix it yourself and save a lot of money.

[@jeliarra]

1:36 my back groaned and started to ache just looking at that side view. My back does NOT miss the CLK320! Toyota Venza is just right (_!_) level for getting in and out with a bad back! But I have to say, I do miss the way the old CLK320 hugged the road, the center of it, the control I knew I had.

[@dirtyminerapparel]

I love my Benz. I do all the work and it’s not that different from any other car. I can drive from the Bay Area to Bend Oregon on one tank and the same back. I usually have enough gas to drive around for a day or so on that tank after each direction so they actually do pretty decent. I love the “glide mode” it really helps extend the range. Mines a 2017 E300 with the AMG rims and other parts. It’s truly my highway car. Also it’s kinda fun to open it up occasionally. It will hit 150mph much faster than you expect not that I recommend anyone go above the posted legal speed.

[@jerryg50]

I would not buy this type of vehicle even new, and I can afford one! I prefer a vehicle that is comfortable, dependable, not overly expensive to service and maintain, and has decent trade in value. I have friends who bought Mercedes, BMW, and Audi. Extremely expensive to maintain. I would prefer something like a Lexus or an Infiniti or an Acura. Then at trade in time, the Japanese cars maintain decent value.

[@b22chris]

Good to have something fun to drive like this in retirement. Congrats to the owner of this beauty! Would love something like this to drive to the golf course.

[@moloono1]

I’d only buy one if I knew I’d be dead before the first repair bill came in.

[@peterallam6494]

02/4 22 - lf you weren't you would be on receipt of the Bill.

[@peterallam6494]

02/4 22 - Go look around the car park to help you decide which one to choose !

[@brucegibbins3792]

I've owned and driven two M-B motor cars over the years. These were old style big, bad, Benzmobiles that were excellent cars for regular highway and long distance driving. OK around town too. Since then though and while there are still full size M-B being manufactured, it's the diminutive much smaller editions that seem to have a more obvious presence on the road these days. This changed situation seems to give the appearance of M-B being little different than a Benz badged Toyota Corolla. How the once mighty have fallen🙂

[@AltruisticWarrior]

Every manufacturer makes a few reliable gems. They also make quite a few flops. I've owned reliable Fords, Chevrolet, VW and Toyota. I've also had considerable trash from each one. Gotta do your research. My VW for instance. 200k and it's only cost me 1200 in repairs in 10 years BUT it's a manual with the old reliable non turbo 2.0; base model with less crap to break.

[@cynthiasmith8136]

My 97 E320 has 130,000 rides perfect. Keep it in garage it will last forever🥳🎉

[@neuro.weaver]

Happy April to you too, Scotty!

[@notmirelnam248]

I don't really consider $20,000 to be cheap. I understand that it's relative to other similar cars, but that's a lot of cash to drop a depreciating asset like a car. Maybe I'd see things differently if I had a fully paid-for house and halfway funded retirement, but I don't. So I don't.

[@stephenparallox]

Hey Scotty, just discovered your channel as I am shopping around for a new SUV. This video popped in my feed, and of all the MB cars, you praised the one I actually bought! I got my SLK just before I got my SUV, and I love it. It's a GREAT ride on a warm sunny day.

[@brickbreaker9581]

Great video Scotty. Love all the great information you share with us.

[@neilr603]

The guy is laughed at on car forums. He’s a failed mechanic bashing luxury cars he can’t afford and doesn’t know how to fix. So many videos exposing him on KZbin.

[@-Good4Y0u]

This is great. It's better at burning money .

[@caspercbo1992ismine]

How Do I schedule a appointment with Scotty Kilmer

[@johnl9135]

$600 a year for insurance? Dang!! Good luck try to get that price here in California.

[@tombartley6228]

Hi from England! I've owned a 2015 SLK 250 cdi (diesel ) for a few years now. It has the humble underpinnings of the C class, coil over suspension etc. Will max out over 150 mph and returns 65 mpg on a run. I've owned several generations of the Celica and have noticed no major difference in running costs between Toyota and Mercedes. I feel that Toyota have given up on styling for the European market!

[@andyandy4605]

Definitely a beautiful toy. I love Mercedes

[@josephwatson2711]

What all looks gold ain't gold

[@Mojaded]

Scotty big fan here! I have have an 05 lexus es330 90k miles I don’t want to spend the money replacing the timing belt, are this engines known for braking timing belts? Any advice?

[@mumtazmannan6918]

They will eventually, don't risk it. It's an interference engine. Belt brakes, engine is gone.

[@RonMar]

I can't wait for the new Mercedes Corolla Matrix!

[@nicolasklacsmanovics6022]

Scotty! I have a 2000 mustang gt with 149k miles on it. I bought it 2 months ago with a loose timing chain tensioner so it had a pretty noticeable rattle above 2500 rpm. I got the whole timing chain replaced with both tensioners and it’s still making the rattle, any idea what could be happening?

[@Technotranceism]

I would suggest the guides be replaced with newer heavy duty ones, as the original are built with cheap plastic.

[@mikefoehr235]

Best Fools joke of the day

[@miketodd185]

Just always remember… get rid of them before the warranty ends… and your Good… 👊🏼

[@moloono1]

@@MikeJones-pp7gu You’re either joking or ill-informed. Lexus has topped the most reliable brand lists for the last 15 years. It’s the most reliable brand today.

[@extremedrivr]

Nah I just bought a 2013 C250 Coupe Sport a few months ago and love every mile I drive it. 30 MPG, comfortable, and fast.

[@moloono1]

@@extremedrivr This guy. You’re acting like that C250 Coup is a Land Cruiser, LMFAO 💀💀

[@extremedrivr]

@@moloono1 It's a fun car I love driving. I am a happy Benz owner

[@cgrscott]

From the sticker over the radiator, it looks like the owner is using the best full synthetic engine oil and/or transmission fluid he can find.

[@att3121]

I love you Mr. Kilmer and I'm glad you explain to the people the difference between a Germany made car and an oversea one. Both Mercedes and BMW are fantastic cars in Europe.

[@sdaafasfad]

They're great to drive no doubt - the AMG mercs are great as are the M series BMWs. But great in terms of reliable? Not at all. Great in terms of being reasonable to repair from a cost perspective? Sure, if you sell a kidney or two. And I live in Europe. If you finance/PCP/hire a Merc/BMW it's fine because such a package comes with warranty. But buying an old BMW or Merc outright is usually a recipe for economic disaster. I considered a BMW 335i for months before settling for a 350Z. Now, the Nissan isn't the most reliable of brands when it comes to Japanese cars - the Z compared to say, a Civic Type-R EP3 can be classed as unreliable! But compared to the 335i with their host of engine problems from dodgy turbo wastegates, turbo failure, high pressure fuel pumps, clogged injectors, boost pipe failure, valve oil leaks and dodgy water pump - just to name a few - the difference is night and day... Even the cheap consumer BMWs are expensive to repair. My sister had recently bought a BMW 116i, had a problem with the engine misfiring, finally diagnosed to be the ECU. After everything, it was just shy of £1000 to fix.

[@outwiththem]

Europeans sticking to Europe machines, even if they are ripped off by them. Not intelligent as they say they are. Fanaticism is not intelligence.

[@memeco50]

Against your advice and my experience in old cars I bought an almost 300k mi 1998 MBZ E320 for $2000. Very nice and reliable. It's been running for almost a year. One of my best old cars ever. Was scared at first but now I'm happy. Don't know how long it will last but it doesn't matter really. My other car for Door Dash, a 1990 Toyota Corolla 200k mi. They really don't make them like they used to.

[@carft1234]

I hope u know those cars are tanks scotty doesn't know crap about the 1987-2000 benzes those are last good benzes ever

[@neilr603]

Almost like Scotty is just some old geezer who is unable to fix newer cars or afford luxury cars so he complains.

[@memeco50]

@@neilr603 he can afford for sure. But like says he's a cheapskate and laughs.

[@harrisonschapelhouman3476]

Thankyou great video

[@cerebrobydrmarafa]

Greetings Scotty, thank you for your wonderful videos, this Mercedes is wonderful to be honest, I've always been into BMWs yet I have to confess that in the past few years Mercedes got better than BMW 😔 .3 cylinder engines are disappointing for someone who buys BMW for its performance, I wish they stop making those weak BMWs. Kind regards

[@zz6761]

German cars are hard to work on and they need additional care, for example, more frequent oil/ filter changes. But if you are doing your own maintenance and changing oils etc every 5000miles, I really had no issue with my 09 Touareg until 100k miles. I did have to change the driveshaft at 100k miles, but it was due to frequent off-roading in Colorado. I tried to drive a 2020 corolla to explore Uber Eats for two years as we were not required to go back to work 5 days a week. It was a good little car, but you cannot hear any radio comfortably above 60mph...The road noise/ wind noise is overwhelming. so was the Accord. Do not get me wrong, I am a big fan of Scotty, but I really feel VW cars are not that bad...I mean, I really do not plan to keep my car for 20 years or 1 million miles...

[@RonKnowsStuff]

I have a 1999 SLK230 with 107,000 miles. They aren’t hard to work on, although I haven’t had to do much other than regular maintenance

[@racr2687]

I've had 3 SLK's myself now back to a 1998 SLK 230 Sport low milage only 70,000kms. It's my weekend car and I've only had to do regular maintenance myself at the moment they a great value for money however I suspect they won't be as cheap in mint condition in a few years

[@vannachhim7569]

Hi Scotty, what do you think about 06 ML 350 is it reliable car?

[@mirnacastillo421]

Hello sir, I'm a new following of your channel. Can you do one video about the range rovers 2013, please?

[@marvinshenk]

It's kind of rare to see a car drop $35k in value with 15k miles on it, unless it's a European car.

[@kaywonderer]

American have less value drop and they make the most garbage cars in the world. So what?

[@DonutVIP]

I was about to say...but realizing it's April fool's day lol Toyota power, last forever

[@JohnSmith-ew6kt]

Mercedes B-Class B200 1.8 136 HP, 79k in July used since then as a taxi, now 136k and not a single problem on the engine or gearbox. Just changed twice the front links from antiroll bar link suspensin. Great value for the money considerint the car was only £6000, 8 years old now(2014).

[@GrimReaper1675]

How is the aftermarket support for the engine? I feel like this would be fun to turn the boost up on and maybe do full bolt ons with upgraded fueling. I’m curious what the limits are of the stock internals….🤔

[@kendrickmelendez8185]

Just get a newer Benz and send it to Brabus for the best experience.

[@comali2212]

These plastic covers are not just cosmetics, they're there for a reason, to keep the dirt away from the complex technology.

[@JayA-pk7xy]

Exactly. The covers have a purpose. Do you really think the cheap car companys would pay money for the covers if it wasn't in there best interest?

[@TECHBYTE-ARSENAL]

I’m currently daily driving a 2003 ML500 with 210k miles. Everything works and it drives great. Smooth 5.0 V8, from what I’ve heard this transmission is bulletproof, and a sunroof. Can’t complain.

[@georgessafi9302]

Bullet proof car dw, mercedes mechanic speaking. Just don't let unspecialised fools mess with it

[@emanuelnuriega3281]

Aren't you a little bothered that thing looks and feels like agricultural machinery? Built in Alabama...

[@peterkuhn3498]

Our shop class did a tour of the factory there and road on the test track back in 1973

[@robsmith1a]

I bought an SLK two years ago. They are good value in the UK too but here there are a lot of specialists to help Keep servicing prices low

[@curtcoeurdelion]

It takes a real man to finally admit the truth 😉

[@scottykilmer]

and on April 1st of all days!

[@Mm.2112]

@@scottykilmer Scheiße you got me

[@richsweeney1115]

He never said it's reliable

[@oemj7147]

He doesn't have to. That's common knowledge among car enthusiasts.

[@david9840]

It takes a real man to not fall for an April fool’s video. And btw, Mercedes is still overrated and unreliable money pits

[@bohan9957]

We won and they lost because they over-engineered the Tiger tanks.

[@damianpasour]

Nice Scotty I have a 1991 Mercedes Benz 190e 2.3 it’s in excellent condition I’m really happy with the car the older Benz were much better made!

[@blackroseaw100]

I have a 1998 mercedes 320E sedan. It has the original 125,000 miles on it to date. Has been garage keep over the years. Started having some with oil leaks and my mechanic is saying it will be about $2500 to repair the leaks. This is the only problem I have and the car drive is just as smooth as when I bought it new. I probably spent about $5000 on repair s over the last 3 years. I can smell that oil smell after I drive it. I Since my car is 24 years old, should it go a have the oil repair done or just go by a new toyota highlander? Would like some feedback. FYI I oil drip pan was recently replaced.

[@done-ahhh578]

Hydrogen fuel cell cars are slower than electric cars but on sustainability they beat them out by miles. I really hope people eventually realise this is the better way to go for everyday cars that really don't need to be fast

[@leo-ub6nb]

Low mileage used is the best bang for buck, IMO. Got my truck used with only 26,000 miles for $27k, when it would have retailed for $37k (certified pre-owned) or $50k brand new. V8, 4x4, full size cab, extended bed, slightly bigger and newer tires, and included a bed cover.

[@musazwane6049]

What a steal! Nice one mate👍🥇

[@sonnydayz2118]

I have an 05 clk 320 and it still runs great. Quarter window regulators failed and I fixed each one with a $20 rebuild kit and the selector plate went bad and fixed it for $600.

[@peterallam6494]

02/4 22 - saw a lady in a supermarket car park with similar roof arrangement. Interesting noise occurs when the roof packs itself away on top of shopping. Think she liked omlettes !.

[@___AWFUL___]

Scotty didn’t get his new Toyota test drive

[@Aphex331]

The previous owner knew his stuff. Amsoil sticker says everything.

[@jred23pyro]

Hey Scotty what do you think about the new 2023 Acura integra's that are going to come? I like your type r. Got the yellow too I love it.

[@JamesSusanka]

Love the Amsoil sticker - the best oil.

[@thierrynolevaux9268]

"Mercedes is actually better than Toyota". Depends on the vehicle but your wallet definitely needs to be twice as big for a Mercedes.

[@codorin]

your maintance wallet. that is...... you need a separte wallet just for a benz and it needs to be fat.

[@jsk.71]

It really is mind boggling that German engineers can design some awesome performance cars yet they forget about the reliability part. It should go hand in hand, if you pay that much, it should last longer. JUST A SUGGESTION GERMAN MANUFACTURERS.

[@mrebholz]

They've been there, they've seen it. It's an economic decision to manufacture engineered obsolescence. Daimler is owned by shareholders, mainly from oil exploiting countries; they ask for bottom line. For them, these cars, dangled together by German wage slaves, make perfect sense. The annual share dividend is most reliable.

[@subbaaja100]

Yet diesel mercs with more than 300 000 miles are not that uncommon. Some even have 500 000

[@emanuelnuriega3281]

They can't achieve reliability due to lack of such concept in their minds. It's a way of thinking what's important, kind of a philosophical attitude and ability. A Japanese engineer, on the other hand, is equipped with wisdom on fundamental DNA level and thus is able to deliver truly valuable products, not just mechanically assembled parts. Additionally, the germans design "money pits" on purpose so snobs and all sorts of inferiority complex victims can be easily enslaved for a lifetime.

[@linehandibew6205]

The guy farting when the drop too closed killed me

[@jayhockley8841]

Ford had a folding hard top back in the late 1950s called the Skyliner . A Mazda Miata on Steriods , lol . That was my description of my Honda S2000 .

[@inforthewin3231]

Scotty "no arguing that" Kilmer

[@John-pl4fl]

I mean I have a Mercedes too, an AMG to be specific, as long as you can fix it yourself and are not at a shop's mercy for repairs, it's not bad at all to maintain these cars. Sometimes you gotta pick up a wrench and get to it because to play, sometimes you gotta pay.

[@NokiaHumanForm]

That an E55 in your profile picture ? I drive a w211 E240 but I also work on my car myself 😂😂

[@John-pl4fl]

@@NokiaHumanForm no, it's an e63

[@NokiaHumanForm]

@@John-pl4fl Aight M156 it is

[@John-pl4fl]

@@NokiaHumanForm yes sir, the legendary AMG engine that has more issues than fun aspects 😂

[@RothBeyondTheGrave]

@@John-pl4fl nice the enigmatic w211 E63?! Love it! 90% who watch channels like this don't know how Euro car ownership works. They just compare them to Toyota & Honda which I get if you don't want to be deeply involved. I also love working on my Benz even though it's only a 3.5L M272.

[@martinmcdonald4207]

Can't stand to hear Scottie sing, but I love to hear him talk! ( Up On Crickle Creek). The Band.

[@ilhamkantaraharja4903]

My dad bought a 2015 320i because he wants to enjoy his retirement with a premium-ish car, he really loves it and he dailies a Honda so we have a reliable car if it breaks.