Buying A Mercedes S65 AMG For $200,000 Off Was A HUGE MISTAKE (Or Was It?)

[@anurbanpenguin8890]

Don’t sell it. Give it to Rex!

[@PaintGuy]

He’s too cheap. Never going to happen.

[@Speednote10]

@@PaintGuy I wouldn't call someone cheap for not wanting to give away a car worth $15000+ for free, no matter how bitter I was.

[@PaintGuy]

@@Speednote10 Good point, but he made is seem like he might do it, so he should. If he does, I’ll happily eat my words.

[@hiashi1943]

@@PaintGuy might isn't a yes. I think he should give it to rex, but you can't blame him from wanting to get some money out of it also. Just because he said he might doesn't make him legally obligated to give it to anyone

[@alphaxfang]

@@PaintGuy tav is not cheap, he give a lot to donation and jared too... he is a good guy but not your saudi prince that can throw free money everywhere...

[@CableGuyRyv]

I just got myself a lower-end, new Mercedes (everything is "lower-end" compared to the S65) and it has a similarly high tech interior and I feel like it has already spoiled me from older models. A V12 S-class is definitely in my future. Maybe I will get brave and get one with some repairable damage like @Tavarish!

[@akshnayak9181]

I am so digging the interior on the newer one. Especially the steering is nice as hell.

[@IamBATMAN2024]

So nice! German engineering isn’t the best for no reason haha

[@zarontavern2002]

@@IamBATMAN2024 way better than Japanese engineering tbh

[@IamBATMAN2024]

@@zarontavern2002 it’s hard to say but they’re both the top #2 100%

[@ArfurFaulkesHake]

@@zarontavern2002 Not too sure on that. My Dad has a Merc, i have a Mitsubishi. Both cars have about 250000km on the clock. The Merc has had more malfuntions than the Mitsubishi. And the repairs on the Merc are way more expensive. p.s. I am german.

[@maxschmick5179]

@@ArfurFaulkesHake A friend of mine has an s class, the facelift of the w221, only the oil cooler broke down and the car has 340.000 Kilometers on the clock

[@QuickQuips]

So the smartest idea is buying secondhand Hoovie leftovers?

[@jamesblonde2271]

Yeah, after he's spent 20gs on it.

[@miladwolfster4309]

Views

[@jamesblonde2271]

@@miladwolfster4309 cynic, still im watching

[@joshrepik]

One Kansas mans bills are another mans value lol. I’d buy anything the wizard said was sorted

[@jamesblonde2271]

@@joshrepik True dat

[@hckd_2137]

“Its built by feet or something” that was a good one god damn it , I fell of my freaking couch hahahah .

[@lukebouchershorts9749]

That cracked me up too 😂😂

[@MrShjBoy]

😂😂😂

[@S.Madman]

A TCU flash + a valve body upgrade makes those 5-speed trans shift pretty fast. 722.649 5g tronic take a quite bit of torque.

[@Fordguy1997]

The older one is far more classy in my opinion, mainly on the exterior. So if you can fix the new one's wheels and paint, I think you'd restore a lot of class and have the best of both worlds

[@hlim431]

CDs produce superior sound period, for those of us who listen to Classical music that actually matters! Love your depreciated car video but the new AMG is just very nice!!!

[@S.Madman]

That used to be the case before FLAC. The newer Benzs play FLAC files, and they sound awesome.

[@H8onG]

I recommend using DAP well wood contact adhesive to fix the dash. It holds up well with heavy material.

[@jaykay845]

Nah. A staple gun'll do'er fine.

[@Randy_84]

@@jaykay845 he should just throw some drywall screws in it, while he's at it 😆😆

[@SavedbyHim]

If only there was some kind of cover or shield to protect the dash from the sun...

[@ahmedneamah7836]

@@SavedbyHim he could get the ceramic technology window tint it would be a great video

[@TucsonMuscle]

As the owner of a 2012 S63, I agree with you that these S classes are amazing cars. Having a V8 instead of a V12 may be a step down, but honestly, the exhaust note on the V8, I think is better. I also like the rear end of the W221 better than the W222. Somewhere between 2007 and 2012, they did switch to a 7 speed automatic and it is butter smooth unless you really get on it. Flooring my car is almost scary, it's that fast. Thanks for the video and I hope you have a successful sale experience with the S600.

[@porsche928s4]

Crazy how the v8 s class got the 7 speed in 03/04

[@leakyboomboomman3098]

Hey, don't want to be a party pooper but it would be really great seeing one of your projects finished. Weekly episodes concentrating on one project would be amazing.

[@michaelarnold838]

Entire Shop is One Giant Unfinished Project...

[@freakinmexarican9701]

i said the same thing🤔🤔🤔

[@CableGuyRyv]

The S65 project sounds finished

[@rnjholley]

It's crazy, this S600 is what introduced me to Hoovie's Garage and then @Tavarish on youtube. I was researching what the maintenance would really be like to maintain one of these examples and came across the content being upfront about costs. Almost 4 years later, and many of thousands for me, it is great to see the content still drawing fans. Can't wait to see what this one fetches when sold.

[@davideslava3526]

It's amazing how well the W221 interior looks even today. I was expecting to get an old car vibe when you opened the door after getting out of the W222, but it was the exact opposite. A bit like Tiktok money vs old money.

[@HikalBenzChannel]

The w221 age quite well even though it is nearly to 16 years old car but I still like this over the w222..old money sounds great!👍

[@DanielBenzs65AMG]

Idk i have a black on black 07 s65 in great shape and every time i see the w222 interior I’m like damn, i wish i could have the body of my s65 with the interior of the w222

[@S.Madman]

The face lifted W221 taillights look delicious, you would never mistake it for something else.

[@MarcCoteMusic]

"It's not hand-built... so this was built by, I don't know, feet or something..." LOL That's one of the funniest things I've heard in a while.

[@mrmatthewpaul]

I always notice that the C-class gains alot of S-class styling. The E - class stands alone with it's styling.

[@LiveFreeOrDieDH]

Freddie: Which car will I keep? Suspense! Also Freddie: Here's all the mods I will do on the S65. 😐

[@mumblez22]

When I was 18 my buddy came and picked me up to cruze the strip in his dads 1994 S600 V12. We had ppl in Porsches, Navigators on 22s, and all sorts of tuner cars drooling at the car almost getting in wrecks. I was in the back pointing at the V12 symbol on the door pillar. It was a 2 door Gold car with black and chrome interior. Soo nice. Nobody wanted to race between lights tho 🤔😂

[@HikalBenzChannel]

Those days driving that w140 sure were a headturner till today when I drive mine people will stare at it like "what a big car!" 🤣

[@RollinwithRoland]

What happened to selling it to Rex? Thought that a great idea even if you take a loss on it initially. Barter with the man and let him have that autotragic to show off his detailing work.

[@n7hotsauce299]

Can Rex afford the insurance, taxes,maintenance, Probably not. I would of loved to see Rex get it to but it might of been a waste of a car.

[@RollinwithRoland]

@@n7hotsauce299, as I said, barter the man's skill and labor... o.O

[@CarsPaint]

We want McKaren !! 🔥

[@Hadi_765lt]

You mean Mclaren

[@CarsPaint]

@@Hadi_765lt he once referred to it as McKaren 🤔

[@JJ-sw3jy]

Is he forgetting that he’s comparing and AMG to a non-amg ? you can’t compare much :( Compare a W221 S65 with a W222 S65, then we can see how much ‘difference” there is!

[@selmanalici1]

he compares his own cars for himself to decide which one to keep, which one to sell. he doesn't compare them to show which mercedes is better than the other

[@DanielBenzs65AMG]

I agree, i have a w221 s65 and it’s nothing like the s600

[@hithereperson8137]

Its built by feet or something had me fucking rolling 🤣

[@jamesmisener3006]

Sell the new one while prices are high and enjoy the old one for a couple years. Serious! Cheers. 🇨🇦

[@mohammedhabib6567]

Smart idea mans can make an easy profit

[@AlfredvanKuik]

​@@mohammedhabib6567 If you like profit you really shouldn't buy an S-class in the first place tho. Just enjoy the car you like best.

[@TiptronicSS]

"this wasn't handbuilt, this is build by feet or something?" 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@talalalmashaikhi4318]

I owned w221 s550 for five years or so, and was very happy with. Presonally I love w221 more than w222. You have two beasts

[@HikalBenzChannel]

The w221 looks more elegant , classy & more regal than the newer ones..

[@coopershouseofmemes9842]

9:58 Him, Ed, and Tyler are so inspired by Jeremy Clarkson that they are really using A/An improperly Gotta love it

[@KaranNaik2692]

What I learned from this video other than the S Classes being amazing, that Florida is hot. Every time Freddy gets in the car: Ooooo it’s hot in here. I feel you buddy, I’m from India, it’s hot here too. Love your videos man. Looking forward for the McLaren update soon.

[@konstantinanthonyromanov6952]

No way Freddy would spring 200k on a non-project car! 😛

[@kalumbabwale3729]

COUGH...Maclaren...

[@uzzle21]

w221 looks so much better with the amg package, i got a w220 amg package 600 and it looks amazing

[@dubiousf00d]

So nice of Rex to let you use his car. He's a solid dude.

[@JustRolledIn]

Coffee is brewing, perfect timing.

[@Tamanstormwind]

The white area of the roof on the newer car seems rather... sport-cruiser yacht-y to me. Needs a sat-phone dome and a spinning x-band radar on it. Or a repaint to black. Whichever is cheaper.

[@B207R]

Freddy started using Keeps or did he visit the barber? 😂

[@dyyylllaannn]

I think he’s been using the Keeps, cause Father Time was moving into a cul-de-sac on this man’s head, but he seems to have been evicted

[@alimusako5043]

I noticed keeps didn’t keep his hair 🤣

[@icanrunat3200mhz]

Freddy's so slick that Keeps is paying HIM to keep his own hair.

[@statementleaver8095]

2:00 Apparently we are always commenting on Freddy's "glare" 👴👴

[@MercedesE63S-AMG]

One thing to remember the more fancier things the more things that can break. I have an CL55 & an E63-S. The E63-S is a nicer car & a lot more fancier but I just see all the stuff that can go wrong over time that will be expensive to fix. Build quality wise I think the CL55 is a more solid car. The windows are 2 to 3 times thicker than the E63-S so it seems quieter in the car. The E63-S looks nicer but feels cheaper. Like not as solid if you get what I'm saying. Like he said the CL55's 5 speed transmission feels horrible compared to the E63-S 7 speed. To sum it up, I like the E63-S more but I don't hate the CL55 either. Both are great cars though.

[@glengrimsdale4]

Rex is already in love with this car, you are teasing him soooooo much 😁

[@ronschroeder585]

I have a 2010 w221 LOVE IT! It’s my daily driver and can’t wait to upgrade to a newer model!!!! KEEP THEM BOTH!!!

[@joannaatkins822]

You made the right choice for you, 100%, but personally I would take the older Mercedes... Or a marque I was more in love with

[@fh6258]

The night vision sensor is not in the mirror as you said, the radar is in the grill. I bought my S Class Coupé new so know. Mine is always garage kept and the AMG tag is just that. If you did not have an AMG, it with have the designo tag, nothing different except where the quilting is. On the Designo the quilting in the middle, of the seat, the AMG are on the side. If you had an AMG without the exclusive passion nappa interior, you would not have quilting.

[@MotorStorm]

I'd probably keep the S600 which is looking a lot more classy than the "classic spoiled kid amg look" of the S65

[@sethgoulet4410]

You're saying that to the man who actually daily drives his Aston Martin, did you not see it outside parked there?

[@S58985]

“Classic spoiled kid look” what does that even mean? There are no spoiled kids driving S65’s.

[@neilperry2224]

The older Mercedes 600 has a better exhaust note than the AMG version which sounds as though its under water.

[@abdulazizmajed8538]

Thing is, on the new one you got looks while on the old one you got quality

[@icanrunat3200mhz]

Those who don't understand the S-Class upgrade do not understand S-Class ownership. It's kind of like an iPhone, you're in the stone age if you still have the last major refresh version. They pack so much new stuff into each generation.

[@glengrimsdale4]

Try swapping the wheels between both cars if you like them so much 🤓

[@arhamjain1973]

I also think this could work

[@02lucy666]

Wheels are too small, about an inch or two in total diameter, unless he could ask rotiform or some company making him bespoke 221 multispoke wheels

[@maxanstine1139]

If u want to clean that cupholder try some degreeser, let it sit for 5min, and shop vac it out. Just did that to clean the cupholder on my clk 55 cabrio and it worked like a charm.

[@simonomisimonomis]

In design the W221 (the S600) is way better the W222 (the S65 AMG), the W221 has a unique styling and you won't confuse it with a C- Class, the W222 is very easy to confuse with a C180 because lately Mercedes made their cars to be similar to the flagship S-Class So you lose presence in your W222 because an idiot will confuse it with a C180 In my case, I barely identify a S-Class, just for the wheels or the minor S-Class accents The E-Class also0 is easy to confuse with any of the two listed obove

[@HikalBenzChannel]

Agree with that statement, non car enthusiasts will think is this a C class or e class...when clearly you drive S class but people thinks c or e🤣 If its w221 sure enough it is s class cuz it is big & different than any other models from that era. Back in those days people who bought these S class they one to be different & shows their wealth & success on the road.👍

[@simonomisimonomis]

@@HikalBenzChannel that's true

[@jamest6850]

I prefer the older model. I like the old school woodgrain and styling.

[@miladwolfster4309]

You definitely need Chrome RDB wheels on the S65

[@DutchManticore]

Zero taste

[@carguy1689]

Hi Freddy, love the car. My parents have a AMG line 2020 Mercedes S560 4 matic, I can confidently say it is one of the best interiors I've have seen in car, and its just so dang comfortable to drive. My car has a derived AMG V8, not a full on one, but it is still super quick, and the power delivery is smooth. My dad and mom are the ones who mainly drive it, and they absolutely love it. So overall, the S class will always be my favorite car. I am going to see the next car trek episodes now!

[@jamesthefordman]

Dang I love Mercedes but would never want to foot the bill for 1 !! Love your vids man. Cant wait for next CarTrek

[@jimherrick-d9p]

Despite these videos being years old I would really really appreciate the car restoration or whatever you want to call it being in sequence, back to back so we can follow along and see everything. Currently have to hunt around to find videos on the same car ,often out of order. Tell Matt Armstrong as well and Jack on the supercar rebuild, thanks very much.

[@paulus1985]

The 600 just looks so much more sophisticated. Can't argue with the newer tech and extra power on the AMG though..

[@nikoladimitrov5795]

The people who say that the w221 and w222 are so similar that you shouldn't upgrade are blind, deaf and in a coma.

[@hr106]

I love how mad Freddy got at the car having a cd player🤣🤣🤣

[@ClinicalDecisionYikesYT]

He’s an idiot. CD players are awesome.

[@JUST_ONE_ID10T]

I'm 44 and turn 45 in November and have never used anything to keep my hair. My issue isn't losing it. But it's been gray since my 20's. Thanks to just for men hair coloring at keeping the gray away.

[@backyardmechanicrestoratio6958]

Keep the white one and black out the chrome and get a tune for it

[@nashie25]

Damn those r32's and r33 and the s15 in the background tho sheeshh

[@muhammadalqayyum7125]

Cheers from Malaysia 🇲🇾. im a huge fan of the w221 S class, i love this content so much

[@muhammadfirdaus8012]

ada geng 😂

[@HikalBenzChannel]

Haha geng w221 juga!😎👍

[@muhammadalqayyum7125]

@@HikalBenzChannel yup w221 is my favourite classic modern mercedes, timeless elegant design.

[@HikalBenzChannel]

@@muhammadalqayyum7125 even after more than 10 years still looks great! Flare wheel archers That makes it even more appealing to look at👍

[@gaban79]

Sekali air suspension rosak..boleh menangis la..roadtax S55 pon dah 12k setahun..

[@impslap7620]

Interesting how the W222 is different but not objectively better than the W222. With the current used car market being what it is prices on S65's are also up so Tavarish's experience getting it for "used "SUV money", sadly, doesn't apply to folks shopping today. Regardless, you can never go wrong with a well-cared-for/sorted S-Class.

[@apexoutlet2688]

Props for keeps for giving this man his hire line back

[@hr106]

Yea if only he would keep a shape up at least it's hot in Florida but he wears a wild fro as if he was still here in Jersey during winter

[@thatmoe]

I just got an 4matic S350 diesel 2013. Amazing car and there is a kit that integrates Apple car play and android auto into the stock head unit. Up to 40mpg from my personal experience it’s awesome.

[@sethgoulet4410]

Come on Feddie, lets see some building my friend!!

[@ScissorhandsbarbershopMIAMI]

Keep the s600 and convert it to the facelift bumpers and taillights/ headlights

[@CarsPaint]

Lol the new S-class is way better 😅

[@AFITgrad86]

My 2016 S550 was a bargain when I bought it 2 years ago at 60K ... less than half or MSRP. I just turned 35K and it's ... as many have said .. probably the best full sized sedan in existence.

[@thomaswalker9277]

To me, the S600 looks like something an old ass rich man would drive. The newer one looks a ton better and more sporty.

[@Ready72000]

To me the AMG looks like something a punk-ass young guy would drive. The S600 looks much better and more classy.

[@kingofuseddurablecars.ls6040]

@@Ready72000 LOL 😆

[@aviator55]

On the W221, rear city light and brakes light are led. On the W222, you can put a trunk spoiler to have a nicer look

[@LYMental]

Older one actually looks like an S class the new one looks soooo similar to all the other models it’s only “different” rather than being a standout

[@tate4233]

The 2021 looks like a Hyundai Equos if you ask me.. The should have at least kept the fender flares!!.

[@ulverop]

The black wheels totally ruins the looks of almost any car. Looks like it has painted steel wheels from any distance over a few feet...

[@kentmckean6795]

Give it to Rex!

[@AA.2301]

C Class doesn’t have the reflectors in the back bumper, E class has them in the middle between the rear lights and the exhaust tips. S class has them right above the exhaust tips. Thats how u tell the difference from the back and s class has longer rear lights.

[@squarepotatoe]

If I was offered either of these beauties for free, I'd take the older one. IDK why but it has an air of timelessness about it. Sure a few more years down the line it would look dated but I just am hooked on it.

[@mrd4335]

The AMG is on another level. Bad ass AMG, Nice very nice, luck boy. Love Car-Treck

[@alexrosado3890]

I like the older merc better. These newer cars have no soul

[@tavarish]

disagree

[@simonomisimonomis]

i agree

[@juststop022]

It's the exact opposite to me

[@MOSTWANTED1908]

You should check out a fully specked LS500 Fsport, it’s only a 5.0 N/A V8 and I’m not sure if it has that rear 1st glass seats but it’s still a gorgeous and luxurious car

[@zreolmeannin]

Mercedes has shifted its view on the s-class, the older ones are more suited to the passenger, as opposed to newer ones, which are more driver-oriented, especially the w223

[@WildBillJr]

Tavarish: “I love these headlights. I’m changing them.” Lol.

[@marcusgarvey8388]

When is the next season of car trek being released? I can’t wait to see who has the best dream car.

[@Hadi_765lt]

@T~series shorts It’s a video

[@tavarish]

September

[@marcusgarvey8388]

@@tavarish Thanks, never stop making car trek 👍🏾

[@nicholassmith7048]

The best thing about those hand-built AMG engines is that you know who to hunt down and make fix when something breaks. If I were an AMG engine assembler I would definitely put an alias.

[@denitipuric1130]

Super early! Thank you! You have my dream s class, till then I’m gonna keep my generation 1-3 s classes going, it’s never a mistake, enjoy both and have fun with em, both special in their own way! Please save some old Mercedes as well some time

[@aaron5847]

Those black wheels looks SO much better than the silver or chrome. TBH you should change the S600 wheels to black and it would really improve the look of that car overall.

[@tripprogers4814]

“..a little bit more like an car.” how Clarkson of you

[@Johnjakfay1969]

I still listen to CD's.

[@thepylonperspective]

The birds are chirping, The squirrels are scurrying, and most importantly… Tavarish is uploading…

[@RysterARCEE]

Covercraft will sell you a UVS100 custom sunscreen for $75. That will solve the sun problem. I have one for my Equinox and it is amazing. Perfect fit and only takes seconds to install and remove.

[@Pienimusta]

"Feet built AMG engine" I'm sure someone has some fetish for that too.

[@jonesjonz1]

Keep the new one because of the coil pack situation alone. Make the rims a dark bronze, done...

[@wreak3r]

"No car can drive itself" Waymo about to run Tavarish off the road for retaliation

[@chposs]

Get the ceramic tint done on the windshield. You won't have that problem with the dash anymore. I'm in the California desert, I don't have that problem with any of my cars.

[@aslefjeldstad]

Be right back, a new episode of Project Binky just dropped!

[@SgtRock4445]

So replace the headlights on the s600 with more modern versions and keep it. Sell the s65 for big profit 👍

[@JonSnowsGhost]

As if we had to guess who the winner was gonna be…. Us because Fred dropped the 30 minute video 🤣😂

[@joshrepik]

Back to back upload days from tavarish. So it’s 2019, right? Love it

[@fcardona84]

I can see why you wouldn’t do a giveaway with that car. It would be more of a burden to someone without the means to upkeep and fully insure.

[@guleittas252]

Awesome to see you repping Shmee150 merch! Love the subtle tribute to the most diehard AMG KZbinr

[@urban126p]

You beat me by a few minutes with that comment 😁

[@JoshuaEvert]

"an car" nice jeremy clarkson callout ahahahah

[@Samir2345]

Tavarish, the reason the C, E and S all look the same is the "stealth wealth" look Mercedes is going for. It was very popular back in the old days to not show off, think "sleeper" cars. If you look at it from the home furniture perspective so is restoration hardware by reusing old designs, we are going backwards by going forward. (Old styles are now new again, the old Mercedes from the 80's and 90's are gaining wealth again, pokemon cards, ect ect) Its stealth marketing ;) Don't forget be happy with what you have, and keep it simple. And you are always the product.

[@kr63]

Freddy: not handbuilt so it was built by feet or something 😂

[@apriliarider6072]

Tell me your Tarvish without telling me your Tarvish. I LOVE LOVE LOVE this headlight design…I’m changing it.

[@wardn777]

Modify the 15 s65 for rear wheel bufferness and also new lights approach to reminisce off the 07 s600

[@PassportBrosBusinessClass]

A lot of W222 are about to get dumped on the market. Still, I prefer the W222 over the W223 interior design. The wheel bolsters of the W221 definitely helped it stand out.