CAN WE GET THE KING OF THE S,CLASS BACK ON THE ROAD MERCEDES W140!? NEARLY A MAJOR DISASTER! 🔥

[@xmaxbabilo]

Thanks sam and the team for the work on my baby. It was a pleasure finally getting to meet sam. Also thanks for the haribos with the t shirts. ❤

[@sprautos]

Pleasure mate, really enjoyed it, it’s a good one enjoy it and get some miles on it 🙏

[@xmaxbabilo]

i will sir. Do let me know your fav drinks so i can add to the SPR xmas party. See yah at the next service ( in 3 years ;p ) .

[@Millennial_Manc]

Good on you for throwing some money at it. Absolutely magnificent… not just one of the finest MB ever made but one of the finest cars ever made IMHO and will probably gain even more road presence as it ages. I’m really jeal… err… pleased for you.

[@aq7705]

I hope you get it detailed....or get a youchoober to do it for you, so we can share the joy of its restoration. A bit boxy, but still a very classy car; certainly better than alot of modern cars, so worth spending the money in the long term IMHO.

[@Eryrwen]

Hold on, you got Haribos? 😢

[@markmulcahy1958]

You've become a natural in front of the camera.

[@KonradChmielewski-n4r]

Finally a w140, looking forward to more old school merc videos!

[@ilyasel449]

W140 and R129 were so ahead of their time. One of the best cars Mercedes ever made. But I still drive my W124 because it is cheaper to run and parts are still available. Thank you for sharing this amazing car

[@sprautos]

Hope everyone is good and well, really enjoyed getting this one back on the road, my favourite era S Class! Merchandise is back in stock get it while you can! Hoodies are nice and cosey for the cold weather 🥶 😉 All the best everyone and enjoy.

[@f.k.3762]

A car from the "good old days"..sad times today. You're doing gods work

[@michaelnaughton1393]

Quality shines through.Good to see an older model recieving the "Treatment"

[@keithexum7312]

Nice car a Bruno Sacco design. The W140 was when Mercedes started adding more gadgets and electrical gizmos. I’m glad you were able to find the battery draw in the alternator cause sometimes working on these can be a big deal trying to track down the draw. I’ve purchased aftermarket mirrors before and they’re pretty good as far as the looks and fit not Mercedes-Benz but work. Awesome job Sam!

[@todo-coches]

Thanks for saving the King. I think detailing the paint, specially the hood, would be so rewarding.

[@sprautos]

I think so too!

[@wayveyjayvey]

Best day of the week watching your video with a cup of coffee

[@jimross5806]

Another superb video workshop diary. Yes when Mercedes were built like tanks, beautiful S class, would make a fab wedding day car. 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@mikewa2]

This video has just significantly increased the value of all W140 in UK

[@douglasgreen437]

😂

[@darrenmartin4014]

It must have been the complexity of these that consigned them to the graveyard do it's nice to see another one saved.

[@PeterDENNISON-u7y]

Sorry to say this I don’t like European cars. One they are very expensive to fix And 2 one small job turn in a big job most maintenance you have to pull the car a part to do anything. You can have those cars I would never own one.

[@mbriet]

Wonderful video, thanks for sharing the Bosch part numbers for the wiper blades (AR65N and AR26U) from a grateful W140 owner!

[@martinwalsh7126]

Great video, thank you for keeping this machine on the road. I have a 1993 500sel I got fully restored I love every inch of it. Sam you should get one, suites you Sir! W140 the KING of S class.

[@asadzeethree2726]

So many things I can say about this video, but nothing more important than thank God you guys caught that fire in time! Imagine if it were to happen after you guys had gone home and the car was inside the workshop! 🙂

[@harrylall176]

The W140.... As you say probably the best generation S-Class ever made, this was when Mercedes built, when the engineers overruled the accountant's... There is one of these in the gone in 60 seconds movie, in black, with a really nice set of gold rims .. these cars look the business..

[@aarc2010]

Like seeing you drive the car after all the repairs are done. Nice work.

[@peterbowden2646]

Hi again sam just to add to my previous comment yet again another outstanding vid even your younger staff admire the merits of early benz motors

[@jackdanielsamarreto]

Good evening you cannot beat these old classic cars I remember Jeremy clarkson taking the 600 for a test drive with the soundtrack wicked game 👍 the 560 sec was lovely as well

[@irdibasha391]

2 grand for all that, pretty good. This car is art

[@davidgallop484]

Worked on them for many years best ride , 600 was very quick and Quiet only went on second bank when driving quick or accelerating what a kick , wish I could have one as will last a lifetime, but my Sorento will do , love your channel !

[@plobanov]

Very impressed with your knowledge and dedication to getting the job done properly. As a W40 owner you bring confidence that there are still some engineers who understand them. Would love to come across and see you at some point and very grateful for your input on the wiper blade nightmare we have been enduring for a while now. Excellent and wish you the very best

[@PitSmok]

Another quality upload, best S class for sure, own a 1995 s500 in 2000, silver on 18 Oem amg monoblock's. Always regret selling it. Top job for saving the King of the road👍 Hoodie arrived Monday, great quality and proper embroidery, not many like that anymore. Will be wearing it around East sussex. 👊👏

[@sprautos]

We wanted a quality hoodie, so we stuck with what we were at work tried and tested. Glad you like it. And s500 on monoblocks 👌 perfect combo

[@Millennial_Manc]

Might be my favourite SPR video… I adore the w140 and especially the c140. You guys are so skilled I reckon you’d get Princess Diana’s last w140 through an MOT.

[@sprautos]

Looking forward to another old one coming soon!

[@Millennial_Manc]

@ I’ve been on my hands and knees shampooing carpets to make it camera ready. Badly needs that service… I bet the oil plops out in one piece 🫣

[@xmaxbabilo]

@@Millennial_Manc i hope yours dont catch fire.

[@Millennial_Manc]

@@xmaxbabilo been there, done that… while I was driving W220 S class….

[@xmaxbabilo]

@@Millennial_Manc iv had similar experience with an M6. was sat here wondering why the joint smelt like plastic?

[@BerwhaleTheAvenger-b5s]

I had a 1994 S350 TD one of these with the OM603 bad boy. A German import and not remotely rusty - I wish I still had it.

[@paulknight1332]

Yet another great upload, fantastic to see an older Merc getting a new lease of life - I must be getting in tune with you as I guestimated £2K for the work you did 😎 Just to let you know, your content actually makes my Wednesdays complete - please don't ever stop doing these videos, they are pure gold!!!

[@crazyfroggie6546]

Agree these are lovely motors, so glad you could get it back on the road.

[@zzhughesd]

Brilliant Sam. Keep bringing us the best from yesteryear. When a Merc was a mile above any normal marque

[@mohammadcheema7375]

Great video and excellent work! The W140 is a special car and now you’ve got me searching for one to buy myself.

[@daveawhittle]

Was always told if you have a battery drain feel the back of the alternator first thing in the morning and see if it’s warm, as it’s a common fail.

[@mstc72]

Owned one in 90s S500 .amazing cars and so comfortable.only problem I had was soft close played up sometimes

[@davidnash8586]

Brilliant mechanic, no music, no sponsors, so what if a bit of a smile does occasionally break through, don't fight it !

[@garyrains5996]

IN THE USA, I WAS ABLE TO GET NEW REARVIEW MIRRORS OFF EBAY. THEY DO NOT FOLD BUT DO WORK. COST OVER 500 DOLLARS! BUT I NEEDED THEM. BEST CAR EVER. THANKS SO MUCH FOR THE WIPER INFORMATION.

[@ChrisCotter-q4i]

Hey Sam.........I have not had an alternator catch fire, but I have had a SAM Unit (Engine compartment) MELT several connections, fuses, wiring harnesses, etc....(this is sort of rare)....Obviously, some sort of short somewhere....this is on my 08 Mercedes E350..... Previous Owner CUT several of the wires, from several harnesses, wires melted, fuses on top of fuse box and on the side of the SAM....so there was some intense loose current somewhere...........obviously in an attempt to stop the damage from the excessive current (draw) that was obvious....so I am replacing and re-wiring the SAM in the Engine compartment and checking the wiring, etc.,......Yes, scary when electrical issues erupt........Re Wiring the SAM is not something that many people have done before so this is learn as you go.......lol.......Great Content, love the channel.......All The Best from Dayton, Ohio, USA...........

[@johnmaddaluno9367]

Another great video guys well done. I have been told multiple times here in Australia that this s class series is a shocker because of all the electrical issues. Might just be the local climate which affects the car.

[@xmaxbabilo]

pre 1996 the wiring was bio degradeable. after 1997 they perfect.

[@williamstoutjesdijk-ry2oz]

Enjoyed this video very much appreciated. It looks well and solid build.

[@erniestarkey8856]

I own 2019 S560. I agree that Mercedes designers should have to work on these. Then maybe the ability to work on them would greatly be improved. I am good do it myself mechanic and the alternator on newer models are a nightmare. Great video as always.

[@davidstevens1547]

As you said a quality Mercedes. The car is so refined and reminds me of my 190 and C class estate the later of which was the same year as the S class. I thought the bill was reasonable for what you did. Love to see these older Mercedes being worked on.

[@jjimmyrjagger]

Fantastic work and commentary as usual 👍

[@NomadJRG]

Great content as always! Who doesn't love an old W140?!

[@garryc8744]

I had a 1995 s320 and felt safe as houses driving it but it was abit floaty boaty to drive even though it was supremely comfortable.

[@MikeBrocklehurst]

Brilliant video, thank you.There is a chronic need for Specialists like SPR. Imagine a main dealer trying to sort that lot out. I had a similar issue twice with a Porsche 911 where the main dealers didn't have a clue. It wasn't until I found a Specialist that I got the car properly sorted out. Otherwise they just get scrapped with all the implications for the environment.

[@geargeek1]

Love these videos and appreciate the frequency you’re putting them out at the moment. Thanks Sam & team!

[@sprautos]

Appreciate that, it’s been hard work keeping up with just 1 a week! 🥵

[@steveclement9815]

Good to see older Mercedes still on the road and in decent condition ( with a little bit of care and attention). Great video Sam, really enjoy them all,, keep them comming.

[@richardwatts20]

Got my hoodie yesterday fellas, nice touch on the written message and love the quality! All the best from down in Coventry

[@sprautos]

Glad you like it! Quality is 👌 tried and tested workwear.

[@mikestrivens2039]

Sam it is a shame you weren't doing videos when you replaced the evaporator in my W140 S600 coupe

[@sprautos]

Ahh yes that would of been an eye opener

[@xmaxbabilo]

@@mikestrivens2039 random question. Did you have a whistling noise coming from your air vents randomly? Im on the look out for a cl500 coupe to match, smashing cars.

[@mikestrivens2039]

@@xmaxbabilo Hi, No whistling.

[@zach359]

I love my w140, she can be a temperamental lady but always reliable and beautifully built.

[@TrulyUniqueOne]

It's temperamental but reliable that doesnt make sense

[@xmaxbabilo]

@@zach359 its like a crazy girlfreind... It has its moments.. but i still love her.

[@miamimo70]

"a cathedral on wheels", Mike Brewer. I had a 98 S320 in Ruby Red Metallic, should never have sold it.

[@newbeginnings8566]

He's a whale on legs

[@paulknight1332]

"'Old Out Yer 'And" 😃

[@miamimo70]

@newbeginnings8566 I met him on Wheeler Dealers, he's a nice enough bloke

[@iHelpSolveIt]

The blades are available on Autodoc for under £10.00 And it may be "boring" for you but I would recommend that you film the maintenance and such as people like to see it being done. As for the bracket from the gearbox to the exhaust its usually better to use a exhaust mounting clamp.

[@OnnoBoosman]

Thanks for the video, own s300 td, from 98 and never sell it again. Greetings from sunny spain!

[@urbo42]

My .2005 450 smart cabrio had all services and brake fluid was changed as part of regular work. Wiper blades were changed once a year. It was a very expensive car to maintain although it was a great city car (apart from the a/c failing five times in four years). The S-class was an impressive car. The turning circle was incredibly tight for such a big car. Had a ride on the Unterturkeim test track in a 600 SEL in 92. The 90 degree banked turn was fun (went around it at about 200 kmh - the driver took his hands off the wheel as the car tracked perfectly)

[@conorhanley9009]

W140 😍 I can just imagine how smooth the 600 is

[@tonyb1184]

I'm old enough to remember these when they were new and what a car they are. Two mirrors and a detailed valet it would be so cool. Proper Merc

[@christophermarshall5765]

I’ve got an old grandpa S class Mercedes Benz here. He’s a 1976 450SE. Still runs great and drives well. In the cooler part of next year, I’m going to restore it, though I am going to change the colour of the car.

[@paulcadman3022]

Another top video Sam…. A man after my own heart saving the classics my SL is begging for your attention it’s now in hibernation for the winter but if you ever get the chance to give it the once over it would be more than appreciated, gear box service, brake flush, air con top up, oil and filter change, cheers pal 👍

[@-sargntclashroyaleandmore-491]

These old mercs are so good, the quality, the looks and presence

[@oliverlotus]

Nice video. Very interesting. Thanks again!

[@davidcunnane4296]

Another great video - very interesting and entertaining. What a lovely car! However, you might want rethink your method of finding the source of a current drain? Leaving the battery connected and waiting to see which component catches fire is a bit risky!! Glad no real harm was done and you did find the source. I am not a Merc owner but always find the videos interesting. Look forward to the next one.

[@7417cd]

Great video. For me the W140 best car of all time

[@danielmccarthy1982]

Simply glorious video Sam! Is it for sale?

[@sprautos]

Thank you. And I don’t think so.

[@xmaxbabilo]

@@danielmccarthy1982 never for sale. I'm taking it to the grave.

[@grandtrousers]

You forgot to mention the electrically adjustable internal rear view mirror 👍

[@xmaxbabilo]

@@grandtrousers that was only a pre face lift option if i recall. Apparently they kept breaking so they just said fk it. Also now they cost a fortune.

[@Stefhonk]

Stunning mate 👌🏻 I’ve been glued to your channel for months. Had a few Mercs over the years, a mix of old and new. Currently driving a E250 Coupe, C207 facelift. OM651. It’s done me well, found a specialist near me to keep on top of it. If you were taking on new customers, I would book you 2 years in advance. All the best. Shout out to the boys in the garage too, stick in lads 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@markg660]

Went to Brussels in my (then ) Chairman’s S500 car when I was a nipper in summer 1992 on biz - same colour and interior as the one in your vid. We went over by hovercraft from Dover and the channel was mirror calm both ways - so it felt like flying over water from UK to France and then flying over land in the car. It was stunning. Never really been in a car like it since.

[@davidpalin1790]

One of my old bosses had one of these, built like a tank 😅

[@michaelhynds8035]

Fantastic, and such a beautiful example of a W140. I hope it lasts for many more years.

[@wookiewookster1214]

Another great video, love the pace and detail, thanks Sam cracking car👍

[@Timrud1]

How many miles had she done? Looked tidy inside. Enjoyed that.

[@xmaxbabilo]

66,000 ... I plan to do a lot , lot more.

[@Timrud1]

@@xmaxbabilo its a lovely car! Enjoy!

[@davidraezer5937]

I have owned both the w126 and w140 cars. I used to think the W126 was peak Mercedes but after owning a short wheelbase M119 engine W140 I liked the W140 better after I sorted its many issues. I think the first phase of production was built better than the 2nd phase 96 and newer but I prefer the 2nd phase for the better fuel injection and ignition systems and the 5-speed auto 722.6. Now driving a W124 E420 and like that as well.

[@makiwa]

Nice! I had the w220 S500 in the same colour scheme, interior and exterior. I never meant to sell it because I got it for a song. But as they say, everything has it's price and like an idiot sold it! I know of no real interest to you but I've sent a couple of photos to your email address... Thanks, I loved seeing this w140.... Magic!

[@philipbaber4681]

Interesting car and luxury throughout Door mirrors complete! EBay are showing them for the W140 LH for £133.30 and a RH for £116:26 maybe worth a look 🤔

[@sprautos]

Yes customer is looking into it as we speak and is on the to do list ☑️

[@xmaxbabilo]

@@philipbaber4681 mirrors have been ordered.. looking for AMG suspension and body kit..then back to SPR ( if sam lets it in ) .

[@marklawrence2417]

Our Hyundai Tucson did the same at my mates garage, the charge light was on the dash which cleared when I was driving to get it fixed. As he drove it on to a ramp a couple of hours later... smoke everywhere!

[@a.g.s_films]

That song popped in my head, “alternator, it’s probably the alternator, it’s probably the alternator” 😂

[@blackdogchris]

Only the best channel for mercedes Benz come up.

[@georgedaville4662]

I must admit that I have also thought this particular model of Mercedes was one of the best. I remember a business colleague a few years ago in Norway picking me up from the airport in W140, which was probably at least 20 years old with 300km on the clock, and drove like new.spent a few hours in that car and it was memorable. £2k to fix this car is a snip. Love your cut-ins, getting nifty on the editing Sam. 😊

[@Loger01]

First time viewer. Lovely old merc. I myself quite enjoy watching some of the things that you might skip over, it's half the satisfaction watching you suck the brake fluid out and replace it with new 😄

[@kjellarnedrag9915]

Almost identical to mine, even the color. Use it only during the summer.

[@brolle87]

I had the same thing with the alternator on a 1995 s124 300d , but no fire

[@MARTINA-gc3tq]

You had a 3.5 amp drain and you left it ! Wow. Start by using an infrared thermometer to view heat sources if no telltale remove individual fuses until drain drops.

[@allanriches9381]

great video and job Sam, The price for the job was quite resonable I thought.

[@alexbrown1995]

Lovely car and she deserved your careful attention. Thank you, a very pleasant episode

[@themalewhale59]

That was a cheap fix for an expensive car. If i could find one like that, it would be my forever car. 😊

[@brianfarren390]

I have a Jeep Grand Cherokee with the OM642 engine and MB anciliaries.Alt went on it and I bought a refurbed unit privatley. It caused chaos and my mechanic said it was a miracle that either it and/or the engine didnt go on fire as it was pumping out 17 volts, Had to replace a load of sensors afterwards as the were throwing light and codes!

[@Marvelwear]

Great video ,been a great source of info on previous video on valve body gear box as my 996 porsche has just been replaced as was quoted a gearbox .thankyou sooo much for the thought ,merc parts were used.

[@sprautos]

Great to hear! 🙏

[@mohitl1697]

Whats the cause of the front and rear brakes fluctuating? Were the calipers/cariers cleaned?

[@sprautos]

Slight Rust on the discs due to sitting for so long. Some miles will soon sort that out

[@ThreeCoos]

What a lovely old bus, great video - thanks.

[@Eastbarn1]

I drove one of these when new. It was my brother’s company car but only a 280. I didn’t appreciate the quality at the time because his previous car was a 124 E260 although he now denies having one because he always drove S class … Drove it twice, the first time on country roads around my house near Penrith - scary, it felt like driving along in a bungalow! The next time was on the motorway and normal roads so it felt fine. I had a 221 S class so I understood the difference in quality then! A friend drove me in the back seat of his new S Class on Friday night but it was like being inside a computer game (I have a new car so I know all about screens and cameras under the car!) they struggle to come up with gadgets that I don’t already have on my Qashqai to justify the price nowadays because it is cheap to add them in to the computer system - if only Merc came up with a new idea like say, market beating quality and solid construction - just an idea. Great video, more oldies please!

[@stevekirk6399]

Your channel is a sleeper! 13,000 views in 8hr when you only have 27,000 subs, that's some going for a Wednesday video. just seen a 2001 S500 45,000 miles £2500! 170 miles away is it worth the journey? Fantastic video honest and true. Them lads have a great teacher.

[@stevereddish6901]

A door not opening from the outside is part of mot pre checks. If it wont open it is a refusaal to test

[@doru10922]

I think he meant pre mot so he can fix the things that will make the car fail its mot

[@chrispy104k]

6:14 - I see the SnapOn man has arrived to relieve you if some of your hard earned. I suppose technically you could change the power steering fluid if the fluid return line was intercepted and the hose poked into a separate container. Run the car and turn the steering wheel in either direction until fresh fluid started to come out of the hose.

[@nigelmadeley7117]

Favourite YT channel by miles!

[@len333p]

Sam, how do you figure out what servicing has been done and what’s needed? If no accurate records do you go by miles or months? Cheers! This was a good video project car 👍🏻

[@rolfschulze1219]

What a beautiful car Sam. Greetings from down under mate

[@frankirvine316]

Lovely o’l girl The chap that purchased our C230 Komi has one and loves the car I think his was a V8 But your right they are nice and not to “Complicated”✅ Cheers Frank

[@davidoldboy5425]

What a lovely car, well done yet again, and boy can John move 😄

[@jamesdunican1750]

Another good video Keep them coming 👍

[@dw140271]

I owned this exact colour and spec w140 s320 T(1999) - incredible car, however the weight of it collapsed the main drain under the drive 😂

[@dbash2004]

Hi great vlogs. I bought clk240avantgarde 2004 and it had loads of warning lights ESP, BAS, SRS, ABS. NO dipped left headlight no left number plate light etc, etc. So nothing wrong with the the headlight bulb and the fuses were fine. So I unplug the headlight unit 20 odd pin socket check the power with a multimeter that a car shop sold me and get no voltage then I check the meter on the battery and still nothing. So it's a d dodgy meter which wasted loads of time. Anyway spray the various power supply sockets and do the number plate light and magically we lose most of the warning lights and I get the dipped headlight back. I also had topped up the battery with ionised water as well. Lost the engine warning light as well. The engine is 96k miles and perfect by the way. But still getting SRS warning light left which is the seat belt restraint no? I sprayed it with silicon spray as someone advised and it does retract and lock when you pull it. Any ideas? No I don't have or want an obd2 reader that everyone seems to have. Which I think gives people more confusion than solutions. I think people don't need to go to a shrink if they have mental health issues. Just get in an old classic Merc and go for a drive late at night on a quiet dual carriageway and drive the merc and all your problems will seem trivial when you get home with a big smile on your face

[@ozzyfreeman2619]

Nice one mate!

[@sourabhsangale3952]

Amazing ! Are parts available easily ?

[@Kingdonnerkebab]

My fave S class too Sam. Would love to see it after a good detailing.