The CAR WIZARD shares what MERCEDES-BENZ TO Buy & NOT to Buy!

[@rncm86]

Another KZbin mechanic with over 50 years of experience told me to stay away from them all. He also recommends a 1994 Toyota Celica constantly.

[@iHaveTheDocuments]

But it's got to be the base, small engine non gt model. Manual, silver. Otherwise endless money pit. No exceptions!

[@tehgzizlauw1787]

@@iHaveTheDocuments it's also gotta be $300 with 240k miles, otherwise it's trash

[@oliverdelgado6952]

Scotty!!

[@zoneb609]

We know who that mechanic is... Mr. Kilmer

[@hondawest1205]

Rev up your enginessss!!!!

[@john_milner]

Instead of hearing/reading endless Mercedes 'horror stories', The Wizard makes an informed, rational comparison video based on his mechanical 'real world' experience ... THANK YOU !!

[@zoneb609]

indeed!!

[@AdelAlqadi1]

"DON'T BUY MERCEDES! I HAD A CUSTOMER THAT BOUGHT ONE AND THE ENGINE DIED AT 200 MILES BECAUSE THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON! MERCEDES IS GONNA BE AN ENDLESS MONEY PIT! *BUY A CELICA INSTEAD!*"

[@mjbakedbeans]

Adel lmao Scotty ain’t too bad but

[@getchasome6230]

Right. Hes not giving his opinion, hes telling us what hes fixed on them

[@potatochobit]

I love the car wizard but if you ask me does a mechanic in the middle of kansas have alot of mercedes experience? *chirp* *chirp* move to dallas if you want to learn about Porsche and Mercedes, they are everywhere.

[@markjpcs]

Bought a 2005 S500 4Matic 10 years ago for $14k. It had 104k miles on the odometer. It now has over 200k miles on it and over the 10 year period, I spent about $5-6k in repairs including 2 or 3 sets of tires. $20k, 10 years, 100k miles driving an S500. I call that a deal.

[@shawndon7374]

I call that a steal!

[@bngr_bngr]

@@shawndon7374I congratulate your mechanic.

[@shawndon7374]

@@bngr_bngr I have a lexus fool try again 🤓

[@KyleFromWork-n5s]

You did remarkably well especially with the car being an s-class

[@motorhead1825]

I'm in the market right now for a 12-13 S550. Glad to hear of your great success, however you are telling us in almost 100k mi of ownership, you never had to replace the air suspension or pump? I hear they last between 75k - 100k.

[@raygasse6644]

Benz tech, retired after 34 years. I agree with your choices 100%. I truly enjoy your videos. Thanks!

[@chiefhere1968]

Is a 2014 c300/350 4matic a reliable choice?

[@expertgaming1002]

​​@@chiefhere1968yes avoid the 250 models. C250s have early turbo failures and timing chain problems. We had an 08 C300 which is the same engine in the 2014. Extremely reliable one issue. The only issue was thermostat. The car kept reading low coolant. Very common on this era of Benz

[@jlakindd]

which year m113 G wagon would you recommend?

[@kinglock925]

How do you feel about 2018 E400 coupe and the 2019 E450 I been thinking about getting one

[@eriuz]

What you think about the w211 e280 2007 without kompressor and without 4matic ​@@expertgaming1002

[@canadianplanespotter]

Scotty Kilmer has left the chat

[@paulmaartin]

@@mrhvids4461 a 94 celica will give you all of that

[@canadianplanespotter]

@@747-pilot ...I used to think that way, but The Wizard described some fine examples Mercedes has to offer. Realize that with proper care, most vehicles can last (I know, some are more costly than others) so just get what you want

[@mrhvids4461]

@@paulmaartin No it won't. A shitty 94 Celica with 135 horsepower isn't even in the same league as the cars Wizard is talking about. Period. End of story.

[@mrhvids4461]

@@747-pilot Toyota reliability is waaay overhyped. They have issues like every other car. A few years ago people were crashing and dying because Toyota was using defective accelerator pedals. So let's get our facts straight. "Reliable and durable as the sun that rises every morning" is a stretch. Is Toyota more reliable than Mercedes? Yes. There, I said it. Is Mercedes unreliable poorly-built German trash? Hard no. Only someone with absolutely zero knowledge about cars would be stupid enough to say that. As far as safety, Toyota doesn't even come close to matching Mercedes or any other European brand. European cars have a reputation for being over-engineered and that's true. They have a lot of gizmos that break and cost a lot to fix, but they also engineer the safest cars in the world. If you want safety, it has to be Mercedes or Volvo hands down. And Lexus figured out how to build luxury cars by copying Benz and BMW. Which is great for soccer moms and real estate agents. But for car enthusiasts, Lexus won't cut it. Bye.

[@TwoWheelWarrior]

@@mrhvids4461 Yeah. That is what the Lexus ES is for...

[@diliev91]

It's so calming listening to this guy.

[@jamessims9475]

he literally puts me to sleep. and not because he is boring but yeah could definitely moonlight reading for the Calm app lol

[@MustangMcQueenMx]

Asmr for men

[@joelpierce3940]

Especially after what comes out of D.C.

[@MKingDMV]

More calm than Scotty Kilmer

[@MustangMcQueenMx]

@@MKingDMV rev up yo engines 😂

[@theshonen8899]

This man is a national treasure.

[@mrlaw711]

Agreed. He's much different than the man channel guys that try to impress us with their knowledge.

[@forestfinegan2398]

not really

[@안사요안사-h3p]

a national pig.

[@samurai1833]

I've owned an 06 E500 and currently have a 2013 S550. The 06 began to suffer from the brittle wiring issue and I got rid of it. On the S550 I've had to replace the front air ride for about $1600. These have been great cars. Big, fast, silent. My tip? always look for the last year of a model run. Most things have been perfected and you get a price break if the new model is out on the market.

[@girl600show7]

Still got the W221? Suspension stuff. Yep

[@Funktastico]

does the brittle wiring happens to all merc?

[@samurai1833]

@@girl600show7 yup, the engine and trans are superb. The rest of the car parts are showing their wear.

[@samurai1833]

@@Funktastico I don't think so, I had an 1988 SDL that had no wiring issues at 300K. Check Mercedes Eco wiring- biodegradable wiring harnesses from 1991-1996.

[@King-2077]

Exactly, that goes to most brands too. The first facelift and new engine aren’t perfected as much, it’s towards the end of the cycle of that model is when it’s really good because everything is upgraded.

[@MMM-np2rg]

I am based in the UK and this is one of the best channels on KZbin! Wizard is simple and straightforward in explaining stuff and has such a relaxed and calming voice. Best of all, I know which S to look for! Thanks chap.

[@yvonneshelton2505]

I am from UK and I agree.

[@cobrasvt347]

Your spot on wizard. Owning a shop for 15 years I've worked on and have fixed many different Mercedes models. I 100 percent agree with your recommendations. Nice job 🖒I'll back that 100 %.

[@bornarazaviazarkhiavi8629]

Max Martin the AMG packages are mostly just aesthetically different (bumpers and such), and suspensions bits. I’m gonna say whatever that applies to the regular models should apply to the car with the amg package. Now amg VERSIONS are a completely different car.

[@jumpinjojo]

cobrasvt347 You're*

[@1GorgeousGodzilla]

Why did he not recommend the ml450? He only said the ml350 or ml550

[@willied.5885]

@cobrasvt347 What's the better options in the CL class?

[@josephramirez3046]

What about a GLA 250

[@vdelrio999]

IMO, if daily driver resale value is $3k but repair is $2k, I'd fix especially if the car is paid in full, beats another 3 to 5 years in car and higher insurance payments and or the risk in buying another used car. Bottom line, know your vehicles potential trouble spots and proactively address them. Maintenance, maintenance, maintenance.

[@blackwersus]

Exactly, just think of this as a $5k car. Some of the times it's actually worth it.

[@jamesb8305]

I bought an '03 lexus ES with 150K for $3400, and dumped far more into it than what I paid; suspension work, timing belt, things that wear out with that mileage. 2 years later, with 230K, it still looks and drives like a new car, minus a tear in the driver seat bolster. It's actually worth more than what I paid for it. The average ask for this car in far worse condition than mine is $4. Can't find any of these in the same condition for sale; there's tons of them on the road, and when I see one, I ask the owner how many miles. Almost always over 250K.

[@Joseph-C]

@@jamesb8305 You got a screaming deal! Never sell that car.

[@JBM425]

If the $2K repair bill was for a $3K Chevy Corsica, I might scrap it. A $3K Mercedes would be worth it.

[@JH-jm8ib]

You think $2000 is the end of the repairs? That $2000 is just the beginning. Being a Benz that constantly breaks, be prepared to spend a few more thousand dollars. Hemce why its called an endless money pit

[@bobdoulbakian6486]

I love these avoid and buy videos it really cuts to the chase and helps narrow down what to look for. Keep them coming!

[@ministerdevinmoss8498]

What’s about the new GL newer models 2013plus?

[@mrreezebirdgang]

Im so happy i got the 2009 s550. Thank you my friend. A sigh of relief hearing that from you. I only put 4k miles on it since june 2020. My favorite car ever

[@MV-nt4bq]

How’s it been so far? Update? Im looking to get one myself

[@Rothmans-p7e]

I want to buy that car 😳😳😳

[@mrreezebirdgang]

@@MV-nt4bq still loving it. No issues as of yet. Mostly garage kept. But i make a point to drive it weekly for a little (sunday driving). I hear that letting it sit too long will cause issues.

[@philspaghet]

Scotty: DON'T BUY ANY BENZ! Wizard: Mercedes is cool, I'll tell you which one you should buy cause I know you love them anyways!

[@chosenArchitec]

Scotty: All the goods ones Are in Germany & or German made

[@crayopopp7171]

Scotty is right though,if you love Mercedes just lease them

[@alexandrmelichar]

Scotty is a toyota dumper

[@aaryeshg.6526]

The new ones have to be lease only. The Wizard atleast showed which old Benzes are good buys. And Scotty is for people who want a reliable and simple car and nothing else. If you want reliable and cheap, go to Scotty. If you want to impress others, lease cars (especially 1st year models). If you want to impress yourself, Wizard's at your help to actually own and drive a nice Benz.

[@oliverdelgado6952]

I'll listen to Scotty lol

[@raspucin70]

What not to buy: anything that was featured in Hoovie's video

[@epiccheese911]

raspucin70 lol the C43 wasn't that bad

[@kenim]

The Land Cruiser was solid tho

[@nigmosh65]

raspucin70 The Lexus ES

[@DaveAlDiaz]

@@kenim I was about to mention that land cruiser

[@iSkully99]

@@epiccheese911 A broken clock is right twice a day

[@farek5861]

2013 c300 owner here, really enjoy everything about the car, so far I have not done anything other than regular maintenance, has decent power for daily driving and the steering is smoother than any other car I’ve driven.

[@bombardierbrisk8871]

Same here for my 2010 c300 sports.

[@normal_mf5658]

C300 diesel? Or petrol?

[@metalevolve8424]

I want to buy a C300 2010 4matic. What about the maintenance? Is too expensive?

[@metalevolve8424]

@@bombardierbrisk8871 I want to buy a C300 2010 4matic. What about the maintenance? Is too expensive?

[@bombardierbrisk8871]

@@metalevolve8424 It's cheap for maintenance especially if you learn by yourself. The only thing that is expensive is gas.

[@MrGflan]

Your voice instantly lowers my cortisol. Smooth like butter!! Thanks for the info also. I’m thinking twice about a used Mercedes now.

[@3Wheels1Block]

Casually replacing an air conditioner compressor in a Lambo.... this guy is awesome!👍

[@babatundedosunmu9979]

Thanks guy. its really helpful. i used to be afraid of buying a Mercedes, inspite of the fact that they are my favourite cars. but with this video, i can carefully choose which one is good for me.

[@Jayaxx99ohyeah]

I just paid 2500 for a 2005 E500 4matic!! I converted the air ride to struts and shocks and springs and no more leaking air. The car has 226,000 miles garage kept and meticulously serviced by the previous owner. Interior is all leather and in great condition. I'm very happy with my New, old, ride! Thanks for giving me the 411 on my car. I really appreciate everything you do here on your KZbin channel. Sincerely JY

[@cannenrockwell1893]

How's it running now?

[@lnnocentBloomingFIower-fyday1]

@@cannenrockwell1893It’s not… 😂

[@mr.anonymoussss]

@@cannenrockwell1893I have a 05 E500 I bought last year. It’s still running strong.

[@janprazakjr]

I owned my W203 for over 3 years and it was really good and reliable car. Its got OM611 220cdi 105kw almost no money spent on engine only maintenance like glow plugs oil ang belt. Only thing that keeps breaking is the motors directing air vents. Its easy fix but takes a bit longer to dismantle the dasboard. Otherwise its really cheap to maintain almot bullet proof. Bigest downside is rust which can be prevented if you choose healthy one to start with. The interior looks dated and maybe cheap but does not creak as much as newer cars.

[@SebastianTrii]

Jep one of the last good mercedes.. same for e class back then..

[@Jackson-pb5bj]

The face-lift from 2003 to 2007 does not have an issues with Rust.

[@gokemelodi]

Which year?

[@pussygalore5947]

I love the slightly older Mercedes: 1987-93 190e 2.6 and 300e/400e/500e and 1989-1991 w126 S Class Series II ( 300se/420sel/560sel) Bulletproof, quality built, beautiful cars manufactured when MBZ built cars to a standard and not to a price.

[@paveantelic7876]

my 1986 190d has about 520000 kilometers and still runs just fine

[@yeaabuddy8929]

When this guys talks, i listen. Calm and collective. The opposite of scotty.sounds like hes on coke all the time.

[@kunstderfugue]

Scotty is funnier and more of a straight talker. The Car Wizard is more professional and detailed. So I'm subbed to both.

[@sarthakbhardwaj8650]

REV UP YOUR ENGINES

[@nastythomashobbs]

@@kunstderfugue Me as well. He rags on all my car choices though. Never had a problem with my German cars. I have never personally owned a Toyota and never will. Wife owns one though.

[@elcanbu5610]

Scotty is sooo ugh!!!! Hateful and toyo-fan , I lost respect for him long time ago.

[@elcanbu5610]

nastythomashobbs exactly, he hates on germans, Italian, korean, american, all countries!!!! LoL except “United Toyotas” Because he even hate on other japanese brands🙄 lost respect.

[@chazmuska]

I have a 2011 E350 (not 4 Matic, less moving parts is good especially here in AZ) and its been a solid car so far! Spark plugs were a breeze to do myself too. Some things you have to take in to the dealer like changing the transmission fluid because it has to be put back in at a certain temp...but overall, I love this car!

[@maximustracul]

Hey bud, same here, I have a mat black c350 2011, edition 1. Better car ever so far

[@williambrandt9254]

I have a friend who is a top tech at the dealer, and he thinks that the W212 is the best E Class they have ever made. I'm still a bit ambivalent; having had to jack up the car, remove the fender lining just to replace the Windshield Washer tank, but I am keeping an open mind. I started out favoring my W210 E430 but now it is 50-50, so I guess the W212 is moving up ;-)

[@ruslankontsimal7072]

Came here mostly to get an opinion on the 07-13 S550.. but this guy got me paused at the 89-02 SL.. I own two 97’s… probably the best cars I’ve ever owned.. convertible top is not a problem. Spent $600 on hydraulic cylinder rebuild, did the replacements myself, pretty easy. Worst part is just the aged leather and plastics, but can’t really do anything about it, nothing lasts forever. Surprisingly good for a 25 year old car

[@Slow.S55]

My 2010 E350 rwd is currently clocking at 170,000 miles. No mechanical problems other than having serpentine pulley fail on me. No leaks of any type so far besides my washer fluid reservoir is shot so that doesn’t hold any liquid.

[@basharhito5190]

Hi, would you please comment on 2008 E350 with 165k miles on it, is this a “buy”’or “avoid”?

[@RareVideosByJavierVargasTV]

Car Wizard do a video about the AMG Mercedes models

[@stoneshrink]

Don't Do IT!!!! there, now no need for a video

[@druffner3074]

01 CL55 AMG NA. Love it

[@jonathanc2393]

Good idea

[@RareVideosByJavierVargasTV]

@Benjamin Burkhardt Hmm the 55 models? I will keep that in mind

[@curlymyhero]

@Benjamin Burkhardt I own 4 AMG 55's (since I like the model) and am restoring them...

[@gregdesena7362]

My W204 agrees with you completely! Running strong at 110k and the Masta Plasta was perfect to repair the busted MB-Tex seam. Thanks a million for that tip!

[@mazpr2025]

W204 are terrible cars to have in winter states. Salt will it the subframe in no time.

[@kingyoung5228]

Hey thinking about getting one do you still havw yours? Hows it holding up?

[@jaymase3735]

This is 100% correct. The 2003-2006 E-Class is an incredible buy. They are reliable, powerful, have great interiors, and MB just warrantied the SBC brake system for 25 years as well!

[@ffn_practicekid7093]

Yeah my father has one with 385.000 km and it still runs like a new car never had a problem with the engine

[@kristoffer3000]

The facelift is the better option, both are good but the facelift took care of 99% of the problems the car had.

[@bradh6185]

@@kristoffer3000 What years are included for the facelift?

[@kristoffer3000]

@@bradh6185 2006 and up, you can tell it's a facelift from the sharper front end styling, taillights on the sedan (maybe wagon as well idk) and an updated steering wheel, wasn't a big styling update exactly haha I've seen 2006's that weren't facelifts so if you're looking for one to buy be wary of that.

[@19993gt]

I’ve been looking for this exact comment. I saw a green 09 350 with mag appearance package and the beige interior. For 13k seems like a steal. Better than trying to be a used civic for 15-20 k. Used with 50k+miles lol thank you wizards comment section!!!

[@ww5511]

Have a 2014 E63 AMG wagon... Here it is 9 years later... still smile when I drive it... still get waves from car guys. No issues other than the tailgate gears losing a tooth but was replaced by an extended warrantee. Gone through a fair amount of tires :) and have made a couple of upgrade to intake and exhaust but that's it. 98k miles and have zero fear of it breaking down.

[@elkillerx]

I must say Wizard. I have a 2001 C320 and a 04 E500. Both great cars! My c320 has 195k miles and still runs great. And it’s got some decent power. Only issue it’s given me was the fuel pump and crank shaft position sensor. Both easy and cheap fixes.

[@andreborges2106]

I have a c270 CDI of the same era, these were common taxis here in Europe. I've seen them with well over 1M KMS, and loads still roaming the roads to this day.

[@rickybobbydastar6534]

You’re not lying I heard People say bad things about Benz, never any good things, so I wanted a 2000-2005 s500 didn’t get it just bad timing. I landed a 2000 e320 wit 142k drove it to 189k no problems at all. Another old timer in traffic had a 98 e320 294k miles excellent car .

[@DolleHengst]

The (sub)frame in that Lambo looks like something welded in a backyard

[@Jozavenue]

da what did u aspect .it's low budget

[@tenslider6722]

aka death trap

[@cat-em3mj]

Well they're Italian

[@crescentandstarglory]

What exactly I thought :-) Looks like plumbing

[@OMGWTFLOLSMH]

Yeah, I don't get why they cost so much. I wouldn't touch one with a 10 foot pole. The Murcielagos in particular are not even good looking cars, to my eyes. The Gallardo and Huracan are way better looking IMO.

[@twilson7384]

I got an 02 ML320. Has 203000 miles on it in perfect condition except for the hitch cover plate one of the tabs broke. Amazing reliable vehicles. Best part is I only paid 500 dollars for it.

[@valeriajaydy4125]

got my '08 ml350 4matic about 8 months ago for $7k in excellent condition w/ 173k miles & i absolutely couldn't be any happier. it rides & drives beautifully, the fit & finish is phenomenal, the design inside & out is aging *extremely* well, & it's just a supremely reliable & well-engineered/well thought out suv. it's my first mercedes (and i definitely intend on driving it for quite some time to come) but with the owner experience i'm having, i never want to drive anything but a benz again for the rest of my life

[@AnitaHannjob]

Just bought a 2005 E320 CDI! Absolutely amazing! Super tough and surprisingly fast!! Almost 400lbs of torque! Thanks for the vid Wizzy! Very helpful!

[@CaptainVillanueva1]

That's the next project car I'm going for. On air bags and built like a semi rig

[@who8dapple]

Hi, looking at a used 2008 R320 AMG 4matic diesel package w/200k miles. It is in mint condition. Asking price is $3,800. What are the major issue for ownership in the U.S.? Are they reliable or am I buying a Pandora's box? Thank you for any and all advice!

[@AnitaHannjob]

@@who8dapple research “black death” for MB Diesels. Mine was the CDI, non bluetec. For $3800? Buy it! Theyre worth it all day and for that price?..youl be in a positive equity position. The CDI was in the E320 for only 2yrs in the states due to regs. They’re bullet proof!

[@myGseven]

Are you still driving one?​@@AnitaHannjob

[@AnitaHannjob]

@@myGseven no, but i see it every day as my neighbor bought it. Its going strong. I actually just said the other day I want to buy it back…BADLY! Its design, the reliability???..i mean, theyre taxis and PD cars in other nations. Super durable!

[@chiefwiggum1976]

If you’re looking at the E class, look out for the SBC. The control module has a pre-set number of brake pedal depresses and then the system has to be replaced. In the US they’re under a 25 year warranty, but elsewhere around the world we’re not so lucky. I’ve not had to deal with the one on mine, but do some googling! Apparently when you hit the 300,000 depresses you get a warning on the display and complete brake failure!

[@williambrandt9254]

What is the "SBC"?

[@chiefwiggum1976]

@@williambrandt9254 it’s Sensotronic brake control. Essentially it’s a smart brake assist. It’s controls the ABS and does clever stuff to work out how much braking force each wheel needs, but you can also put it in “hold” mode which will keep the brakes applied if you’re stationary and “stop” mode which will apply the brakes if you take your foot off the accelerator at less than 30mph. It’s a very clever system, but has a number of faults, which has been a pain in MB’s side

[@williambrandt9254]

@@chiefwiggum1976 Thanks!

[@benpinter1988]

Supercars and a tractor. He is a true wizard.

[@gertraba4484]

great VOICE OVER with the QUESTIONS at beginning

[@KNS_Racing]

Lamborghini started out making just tractors

[@boostedgringo5885]

Spot on as a German tech myself. The early e class description is perfect. Those cars are tanks.

[@kevinellis8307]

What’s your thoughts/recommendations on a 1998 E320 sedan?

[@boostedgringo5885]

@@kevinellis8307 very reliable if they’ve been even reasonably maintained

[@kevinellis8307]

@@boostedgringo5885 Thank you so much!!!

[@marvinwilliams7938]

What are your thoughts on c220 cdi w204 2008 with om651 engine 722.6 transmission?

[@maxxbenzz7842]

Had horrible rust issues on the 97 to 02. They went to galvanized steel in 03​@@kevinellis8307

[@CarswithNash]

Almost everything you recommended is too new for me to even consider lol! I’d be interested in a video like this that covered “Budget German cars” like $3000 under 1985-2000, those are the cars that interest me and that I can afford to buy and work on myself. I have a 1989 CE 300 and a 1991 420 SEL, paid $1,200 for the coupe and $500 for the S-Class, both need some work but parts are darn near as cheap as for an old Ford or Chevy and they are super easy to work on.

[@PalookaD]

2010 E350 - bought with 150k and full service history, I know who maintained it for the last 8 years. Owned for 2 years now with another 20k. Fantastic car for £4k.

[@RothBeyondTheGrave]

@@SnazzySki98 if it really was that cheap, a lot of it is the 150k mi, probably non sport, not optioned out, and possibly private sale. Just guessing

[@PalookaD]

@@RothBeyondTheGrave Private sale through my mechanic who did the service work on it as soon as the dealer warranty was up for the last 8 years. Its the E350 AMG Avant Garde so it's pretty specd up. The vast majority of the of the mileage was 88k on the motorway everyday to an office and back so ideal mileage for a V6, not stop start shit at low revs. Back seats looked like the had never been sat in! Will easily make 300k if not 500k, unless I have an crash its emission regs that kills this car.....4k was a bargain as this was a 53k car in 2010, I had a lucky day getting this.

[@PalookaD]

@Papito Rey Celica is a great car sir! Those mid 90's rides are still really mechanical.

[@PalookaD]

@@SnazzySki98 I have a fucking awesome mechanic who tips me off to good ones.

[@Deklectic]

Wow my 2002 E320 4Matic on has 155,000 and I bought it in 2016 with 140,000 is that young or something?? for a car almost 20 years old or is 150k alot for a 2010?? I get told by mechanics I have a really nice well built mercedes and to stay away from the new ones because they have alot of problems. I've put some money into it for petty issues to be expected after 17+ years of aging and they said its well worth it because the engine is beautiful I'm only the second owner.. The W210s were built sturdy I've hit a deer going 40 and it threw the deer like a bouncy call and left me with a minor scuff when had I hit that deer in my brothers newer benz going the same speed it would have take the bumper off because technically as hard as I ran into the deer it should have F**** my car up.. My girlfriend has a Hyundia and that would have destroyed her front end.. After that day I realized what a tank these frames are for older Mercedes I feel safe in my car plus im surrounded by air bags in a crash which for 2002 was ahead of its time on that feature.

[@zacksalvatore9443]

Please make a part two of this vid! More comparisons between Mercedes Benz models. We love u wizard!

[@johnno_oz5587]

Thanks Car Wizard. Owned a 300E, E430 and a CLK500 (those M113 blocks are superb!), so I know the Mercedes experience. Just bought a 2008 C300 going on your recommendation. Happy miles ahead!

[@geoffbob6267]

I have a 2008 GL 450, just hit 170k miles. Timing chain is not an issue, they fixed it for the 2008 and on-wards engines. Air suspension is an issue, but if replaced with arnott air components, you get a lifetime warranty. All in all, if you can DIY it, its just maintenance that keeps the car going.

[@sob1994]

My 2001 e430 was bulletproof, never had a problem great car!

[@ShinChan-qy1jp]

With the M113 engine ❤️. My E430 have now 298tkm 😁. And it drives so smooth with no problems 😊.

[@Brownballers562]

Such a bulletproof e class. This guy doesn’t know what the f he’s taking about in this video

[@Deklectic]

@@Brownballers562 I have a Black 2002 E320 4Matic 140,000 when purchased in 2016 currently sitting at 155,000 and shes a tank I love my baby I had a choice between 2008 or my current 2002 back in 2016 and I chose the 2002 because its well built and I feel safe in it. This is not a fragile car what so ever 🤣

I can confirm that my 2003 E500 has been a very good car, super reliable, not hard to work on and pretty quick too!

[@herman535]

airmatic suspension is yikes though, is it not?

[@coltonw.9535]

Herman Arnott makes aftermarket ones that are a lot cheaper, are better quality, and have a super long warranty.

[@andreguevara3907]

couchpotato are they cheap to maintain?

[@Mr0supra0]

@ Can confirm, E500 owner here aswell. Just don't buy the cheapest one you can find, it really pays of to spend couple grand more and get a really good example...I had 0 issues so far in a year of ownership and 20k kilometers...Oh, I do have the 4Matic version of it with the 5 speed auto, I am contemplating strapping the OEM charger from the E55 on top of it. Haven't really looked into it yet, but I quite fancy the idea.

[@SNSTJ__]

@@herman535 i doubt that e500 have airmatic an suspension. e55 amg have one tho

[@lewis7211]

with regards to the pre-facelift e-class they had big problems with the sbc pumps and they are the ones that should be avoided. the later facelift model had essentially none to minimal known problems. the suspension bushes wore out quicker than normal but that's about it. the diesel engines especially the early straight 6 and the later v6 diesels were bulletproof. very well equipped very comfortable and surprisingly good on fuel.

[@Nver91]

Hi, what year models are you pertaining? Thanks!

[@pbmworld9933]

@@Nver91hes pertaining to the w211 07-09 diesels. Post facelift.

[@seer7327]

MB extended the warranty of the SBC till 2030. Have there been failures? Absolutely. Have there been braking failures in other autos? Absolutely. The fact of the matter lies with the notion that MB crated a system that wasn't measurable for wear and therefore had to implement a questionable means of using an activation counter limit. In almost all cases one can use a simple diag tool to fetch the current SBC activation count to get an idea of approximate state of the SBC. The v6 diesels have not shown the track record that the inline ones have: the om647 in Sprinters (same as the om648 less a cylinder) have racked up tons of miles- they are workhorses; the v6 engines are swamped with emissions crap. "Bulletproof" is NOT a word that should be used to describe the v6 diesels: if utilized an maintained correctly they are good engines but they're not in the same league as the inline ones.

[@dougtidwell7617]

Hmm, the early model gasoline engines don't have the balance shaft gear issues that the later m112/m113 are known for. I think that's worth factoring in too.

[@mjbakedbeans]

Owner of a 2017 c300, had a valve break but that was as soon as I got it. That was a year ago and I bought it used but flawless and very luxurious since then. Also dad has a 2015 s550 and has been flawless.

[@jensenmartz]

2008 C300 owner here, it's my second car and I love it so much. Drives so smooth still

[@indi1omccoln565]

09 c350 here First car and by far my favorite Almost 171k in and no issues Looking for a suv sibling but no plans of getting rid of my baby.

[@kamaumoore2025]

@@indi1omccoln565 Have there been any expensive fixes? I have a celiac looking to upgrade lol

[@indi1omccoln565]

@@kamaumoore2025 nothing I couldn’t handle working like under $12 hr. I found two great garages in two different towns who specialized with euro cars and they took care of me until I moved. I get my oil changed regularly I always check my tires every few months and refill them when tempts change. I’ve replaced an alternator or two Front and back brakes once A few lights bulbs that gave out over the years but that’s about it No transmission or engine problems No wiring issues Still original rotors in great shape. Paint still on top shape and I live in Florida. I think the most expensive thing I’ve had to replace were tires because the roads here go from piping hot to flooded in a few minutes. 175k so far and no regrets

[@eamonnheffernan6061]

On my second w211 e class, m271 Kompressor. Great solid well engineered cars, watch the sbc pump on the 02-06 cars as they have a limited life span and cost €€€ to rebuild or replace. 06-09 are properly sorted and v reliable, Merc did away with the sbc and redesigned the electrics that was prone to trouble.....result one of the most reliable mercs ever

[@w210black]

M113 m119 w210w211

[@SaraSara-kr6sp]

I also always heard that w211 facelift was much better, interesting that wizard would recommend early model..

[@JustARandomGuy-1234]

I actually had an 05 e500 4matic, it was a great car, comfy, reliable, and pretty quick. Sadly she was totaled in when a car rear ended me. I miss that car a lot, it was amazing.

[@tituscampbell1628]

I'm sorry to hear about your loss I'm actually considering buying one tomorrow hence why I'm watching this video id love to hear your feedback and experience

[@JustARandomGuy-1234]

@@tituscampbell1628 I was a great car, pretty reliable and very comfortable. I thought it was fun to drive. Just get one with good service records and low mileage if possible. Take care of it and it should be fine for years to come! I still daily a Benz today, and if that car hadn’t been so good I probably would’ve gone American or Japanese

[@philbertlovely7724]

A BMW version of this should be in order. I almost bought a 60,000-mile 2012 BMW 750i the other day up until the mechanic from the shop literally ran up to me and said to avoid buying that car at all costs. I left the dealer and went to the forums to find out the N63 engine is on a soft recall with the turbochargers and the valve stem seals and BMW refuses to inform their owners. Glad I followed the mechanic's advice. Time to buy an S550!

[@coolboy3848]

Fam, always do research on the car you want before going out and buying. Look for the common problems, etc.. It's all out there in the internet. Glad you dodged that bullet. That mechanic was looking out for you. lol

[@nynthworld4152]

I looked at a 2016 BMW 5 Series 528i with the 2.0 engine with turbo a few weeks ago. It was at a BMW dealership. Didn't buy it even though it was in awesome shape.

[@ducksnpucks1192]

Got myself a 2010 C300. Damn near bullet proof. Not a daily driver. So it has been rather pampered. Has under 88k miles. And only 2 cosmetic flaws. Otherwise an excellent car if you want to slide into an affordable Mercedes. Very impressed with these entry level Benz's. Next is another C300 and its BIG brother the C63 AMG. And my tiny Benz collection will be complete. Great vid and informative content brother! Thanks!

[@metalevolve8424]

I want to buy a C300 2010 4matic. What about the maintenance? Is too expensive?

[@ivan9066]

I actually had a w203 c class with the 2.0 kompressor for a few years. It had only 1 problem-the godawful ESP. It worked only for 3 moths and that's it, nothing helped. Otherwise it was really cheap to keep and was surprisingly nice on the highway. With a set of more sporty tires and wheels and coilovers ,she cornered quite nicely.

[@SebastianTrii]

I had the 220 cdi from 150k km to 250k km .. never had any issues

[@jadw33]

Thank you for this Mercedes-Benz review! In 2018 I had the opportunity to purchase a 2004 E320 with 126,000 miles on her at a very low price. Before I bought it Mercedes-Benz covered the replacement of the SBC Braking System and the Gas Tank through a Mercedes-Benz extended warranty. In the 5+ years that I've had the car I've had to do some maintenance to it almost every year but the car still drives and handles much better than a Toyota Camry or Honda Accord. The Japanese do make very reliable cars but in my experience Mercedes-Benz and BMW automobiles are much more fun and engaging to drive. Thank you for your reviews they are much appreciated!

[@pfsantos007]

Another excellent buy is the W212 E-Class Pre-facelift, especially model years 2012 and 2013. Assembled in Germany, and excellent ratings on consumer reports.

[@seeingit9337]

Your right i have one excellet year car its the most reliable for some reason.

[@Chavezoid]

I have a 1991 500SE (W140) and it's still awesome after all these years

[@thetechlibrarian]

That’s my absolute favorite car !

[@GranMastaDee]

And I have the last year model W140 sold in the US as '1999' and actually a '98 and I agree. S320 - a little sluggish but adequate.

[@ameralkhateeb5038]

mercedes w140 is an absolute tank. when they said panzerwagon they really meant tank car.

[@paganizondasroadster1660]

The best S class ever

[@afrojim2009]

I love seeing that E21 in the background, same color as mine, would love to hear more thoughts on that generation. Really enjoyed the standalone video you did on it.

[@shuruff904]

99' W202 supercharged owner here. I love my sling around buddy and Scotty Kilmer can go .... do something... only problem I've ever had was the ignition. That's it.

[@einbenzinator5629]

Great video ! But you will preferrably want a facelifted W212 E class in that middle category: the 550 is a V8 powerhouse and perfect as a sedan or coupe if you want to spoil yourself (no need for an AMG) 😀! Otherwise the 400 V6 is a smooth and subtle engine for a more practical wagon ...

[@kevinsnowden4672]

Never stressed, always calm regardless of mechanical issues. Great teacher Love to watch ur show

[@damron2]

i was sweeting bullets there for a minute I have a 09 s550 thank god it is wizard approved

[@zomgmoz]

I had the timing chain and gears replaced in my older 550 as it had issues with that. Constantly worried it damaged something permanently even though it has ran fine for a couple years since that :P

[@randomuser1687]

Another broke douchebag trying to have status with their used ass s class lmao

[@Insaitoo]

Viktor Poiasnik Jesus, Ive never heard of a Benz with 400k miles

[@vel6979]

I just seen a s550 for sale with 300k miles not too long ago

[@747-pilot]

@@Insaitoo many cars can go 300 or 400k miles if you spend tons and tons of money to keep them running. Yes, he said he has an S class with 400K, but he did not tell us about the tons of money he spent to keep it running for that mileage!!!

[@sefan1317]

To add my two cents, I own a 01 s500. It’s had its fair share of problems but it’s genuinely the best car I’ve ever owned. It’s got amazing speed, comfort, and it’s decently sporty. Can keep up with modern cars, sports or otherwise in both function and speed. But like this wonderful video mentioned, you’ll 100% have issues you never thought would happen due to the electrical components. When I first got my car, shortly after it went into limp mode. I took it to Mercedes and a few other shops who all tried to charge me 6k for a new transmission. Luckily I kept looking around because my now go to shop looked at it for a day and said the transmission just needed to be recoded. Paid 1k and the car drove like new. If you ever get an s class from these years, expect the pse pump(soft close) to go out, at least 1 airbag suspension to go out(1k a corner), ABS light will probably turn on, etc. They just get problems with age. Luckily there is an amazing forum that will always answer you within the day about any problems or questions you have and can probably tell you exactly what you need to do to fix it. If you have the means to, I’d highly recommend an s class from this gen.

[@MrLineHaul]

Honest advice and real world not only mechanical knowledge but also cost conscious knowledge. Thanks bro 😎

[@liquduce2007]

Thank God you are making this! I’m literally looking at buying a high end Mercedes from early-mid 2000’s. Thank you for this!

[@stoneshrink]

AMG Black edition - then you can have a car that will either break down or kill you.... living on the edge at its finest

[@charles-davidberube1174]

Just got an 05 mercedes e class. I'm surprised at how good it held up through time. I'm changing 2 parts for a grand total of 100$ and then everything will be working like new

[@mpkp2011]

If you want a sedan, get an 05 E class or a 2010+ C class. If you want an SUV, get a 2011 ML350. My ML has never let me down

[@potatis97]

DaimlerChrysler era of cars beware!

[@liquduce2007]

I’m planning to get an s600 👏🏻

[@Н.С-ч9л]

I would point your attention to om 642 engine.It's a 3 litre V6 turbo with enough torque.In Europe we can get this engine in the facelifted w211 and the w204 with a 6 manual.I have driven one quite a lot.It's a cracking car,with smooth shifts and a huge amount of low end torque.

[@Tdriver1205]

I had a 2005 C230 kompressor with a 6-speed bought it with 165,000 mi and no service records. Took a shot on it because it was cheap, when I traded it in and it had 265,000 miles and today is one of the most reliable cars I've ever owned I loved it

[@paulblais8481]

C230K does not have a Turbo, it has a supercharger and in my experience is very reliable. 238,000 miles and it runs perfect

[@ferrarifast1429]

Definetly not the norm with these cars!

[@batuhan4002]

True

[@-dodup-5970]

I recently bought a C230 K Coupe with only 85000 miles for $3500 its an amazing deal

[@TheBlubberWhale]

Bought an 02 C230 sport coupe… the thing blew up at 90k miles lol

[@edgarcastilla8113]

@@TheBlubberWhale I have a 2007 c230 sport it has 285,000 miles in it,currently replacing the alternator

[@kcflyguy]

Your opinions are completely on point, as usual!! Thank You for doing these videos @carwizard

[@Marc-iv8pk]

I gotta make an exception for the 2005-2006 w203 C class. The C55 AMG cars are an amazing value

[@tipsofme]

Marc Bojorquez, absolutely love mine!

[@Rollin8.0]

In Australia they're crazy expensive compared to the lower models, I have a C180 'supersport' which is cosmetically similar to C55 but has the glacially slow M271 engine. I paid 7k aud for it while similar c55s in similar condition with similar kays were selling for 25k. 18k for an extra 4 cylinders ffs.

[@tipsofme]

Rollin Four Litre only the C55 has a CLK front end.

[@naslazhdaysyamomentom]

Mark Temperley The W203 is actually pretty solid and well built. Soft touch materials, almost no plastic (apart from the climate control/navi). Great sound insulation, affordable to maintain and some say it is very similar compared to the W211 E-class in ride comfort. I despise the W204 C-class because it just looks cheap with all that plastic (before the facelift). It is as if Mercedes cut corners when building it..

[@3GSDANIEL]

@@naslazhdaysyamomentom the w203 facelift is great from inside and outside. the w204 looks cheap imo from the outside and one of the ugliest mercedes

[@airborneranger-ret]

2007 GL450. Now 164k.Everything works, Loads of room in the 3 rows of seats. Replaced front air shocks, repainted left rear fender (clearcoat was coming off) and the occasional light bulb. Looks great, pleasure to drive. I use liqui-moly in the engine coolant and oil (just me). Highly recommend Michelin tires. Cons: uses premium and gets 14-18 mpg.

[@atllep98]

I'ma stick with my 1995 Mercedes W124, really well-built cars!

[@dantespez]

Nicholas Fernandez I know this a serious comment but I read it so sternly (idk if that’s a word) it made me laugh

[@TheRonin508]

If you see a driving w124, then more than likely the harness has been replaced.

[@mattszurko2831]

Loved my e300 special edition diesel 95 w124... until the wiring harness started to fail....

[@toy_shout6958]

124 is bullet proof! 😊

[@iiyapimpdaddy1791]

Wait till the headgasket blows. And the AC breaks...i would know. I had a 95

[@do0m341]

I'm actually relieved that you said the 2009-2014 c300 was a good buy, I just bought one a few months ago and I like the car a lot.

[@grnnt123]

I'm thinking about getting a 2013 c300 has 100k on it tho

[@JonnyBeoulve]

I want one. I'd buy it this week if I wasn't scared of reliability issues. I drive a 2002 Lexus GS300.

[@do0m341]

100k isn't too bad just make sure you get it looked at.

[@grnnt123]

@@do0m341 have an appointment at Mercedes tomorrow.

[@Attachments.]

Nathaniel GReennagh at mercedes? What a schmuck 😂

[@kenik2023]

I love your vids. They're informative and give an experienced look into the ownership of these cars. That being said your comment section is a hoot. I worked in a benz dealer as a tech, we had two kinds of customers. Ones who maintained their car and those who didn't. I don't have to tell you which of the customers had the most trouble with their cars. Now nearly all the mechanics I know are gearheads so it wasn't a stretch to imagine a bulk of us got great deals on stuff most people threw away thinking This car is trash. Literally almost any car can be a money pit, if you can't/wont maintain them. So all of this "This brand is unreliable ..." ...or... That make & model is trash only tells me your knowledge is wasted on a lot of your audience. I'm glad you don't get into it so often in the comments. It's a lost cause in there.

[@Doctor-Fate]

The Mercedes that have the 550 (388hp) M273 engine have a lot of issues until June/July of 2008, after those dates they fixed the issues that you mentioned with timing chains and so on and are pretty bulletproof. I have a 2008 December CLS 550 with 260k miles on it - engine runs smooth, doesn't consume oil and is out of any serious issues. The engine has 80 more horsepower than the previous 500 (306hp) M113 engine, and consumes a bit less fuel, which is because of the newer technology of the motor.

[@Niro.C]

The W211 E-Class after the facelift (2006-2009) is actually a good reliable car, but with the 3.5L V6 engine. The facelift took out the faulty air suspention and it is a reliable car.

[@tepsiyaa]

W211 is the best e class ever

[@truuston3r220]

W211 e350’s have optional air suspension but the w211 e500 & e550 have airmatic as standard

[@atx-cvpi_99]

Isn't the W211 basically a Dodge Charger with a Mercedes body?

[@reuneb]

The W211 V6 engines which have the m272 engine generally need the balancer shaft done eventually.....which can be costly. Also like OP said, faulty air suspension, also, esp unit, sbc unit.

[@Niro.C]

What about the E280 with the 3.0L V6 ? I think it was only offered in Europe.

[@Tryingmybestsince1999]

On the E-class you're recomending a car with SBC which is known to go bad 100% of the times over a car that does not have it. If you want a reliable W211 the best option is the E320 gasoline option from 2007-2009. V6 230 hp 0 reliability issues, no SBC, buy it with coventional suspension (not airmatic) and it is a bulletproof car overall. You can go to the 320 cdi but keep in mind these engines will suffer oil leaks from the oil cooler (all of them, 100% of the engines, sooner or later). It is a 10 hour job and if your mechanic is the car wizard, of course you will pay more than the car is worth, but otherwise great engines and great cars.

[@GermanCarGuyMN]

SBC isn’t a major concern anymore, MB extended the warranty on SBC by 25 years

[@luckyluke1076]

You haven’t mentioned the Golden era of E class diesels cdi 320 05-09 Those are bulletproof, mine is on 290k miles They drive them in Europe as a taxi cars

[@shab036]

Lucky Luke mine is at 450.000km its a E220 Cdi Avantgarde station its full option new 85k euros :) runs and drives great no major maintence.

[@frankburn6312]

Lucky Luke except the “Black Death”issue

[@aaronstarkey3271]

We don't get them in the US, silly.

[@mine2come]

E320 CDI was available for 05-06!

[@emirb.a.745d7]

@@frankburn6312 what's that?

[@shaunhuckabee5904]

I TRULY value you opinion as I'm in the market of buying my daughter her first car. I'm actually looking at a 2008 Mercedes C300 and have done my due-diligence in researching it. Your recommendation helps in my decision on purchasing it as I work on my own vehicles as well. Thanks Car Wizard!!!!!!!!!!!

[@gerardodominguez5755]

Extremely happy to hear my 2011 C300 and 2003 E500 are on his good lists!! Thanks car wizard

[@JonnyBeoulve]

Any issues with the C300?

[@gerardodominguez5755]

JonnyBeoulve 130k miles and hasn’t given me any problems yet. Just some light bulbs that have needed to be replaced. They charged me like 60$ for an hour even tho it look like 30 mins smh

[@5300Erick]

@@gerardodominguez5755 did you buy used for the e500? if so how much did you pay

[@gerardodominguez5755]

@@5300Erick bought it for 1800 4-5 years ago sold it for 3400 a few years later. Bought it with 180k

[@5300Erick]

@@gerardodominguez5755 why’d you end up letting it go? i’m looking at one for $9500 with 62k but i’m not sure, it’s in great condition but i haven’t seen another going for that high

[@slow88LX]

I love my 2007 E550. Took it from 126k to over 140k. Still my favorite car I've ever owned. Had to replace front airbags, but hasn't dampened my love for the car yet.

[@oscarvasquez282]

Same but mine is s class

[@CatholicJesusChrist]

Same year same Car black doe love it my weekend Car...

[@brysxns]

@@CatholicJesusChrist do you think it could be a daily for a 2008

[@aaronwall4802]

@@brysxns yes dude don’t listen to everything you hear

[@aaronwall4802]

Honestly I totally agree he is sleeping on the e550 they really rare

[@STONEDay]

Mercedes has three "E"s in it and they all pronounced differently.

[@AyAy008]

Not if you pronounce it correctly.

[@STONEDay]

@@AyAy008 You should talk to their marketing director cuz they getting it wrong in every single one of their commercials.

[@GetgainzDe]

not in german

[@STONEDay]

@@GetgainzDe English video. English comments.

[@GetgainzDe]

@@STONEDay stupid people stupid comments i guess, where do i not talk english?

[@clayjones8890]

Just bought a 2013 550 AMG sport pack and I love it! I was glad to hear the timing chain issue was taken care of! Thank you for your golden advice!

[@vanhanliiton7232]

Theres lot More problems whit that 4.7 engine than that lol..

[@vanhanliiton7232]

Soon gonna have scorched piston

[@thethomasj1795]

I feel that you painted the E class with to broad a stroke. The E 350 is pretty solid. They did have manifold flap issues. I had the 2008 4- matic and really liked it. The quality was really good. I had been driving Volkswagen Passats since 2001 and I felt like the E 350 was a bigger, quieter, more powerful version of the VW. I have a 2010 S Class for about 4 years and it has been relatively trouble-free. I do agree the the 2000-07 C Class were garbage. I looked at one when I was car shopping. The VW Passat and C class had the same sticker. I asked myself would I rather have a cheap-looking 4cyl Mercedes, or a top of the line v6 5 spd manual VW Passat. Those MB's from that area were all Chrysler quality materials and workmanship.

[@tigerstar35]

Thank you for the information I'm looking at purchasing a 2008 E 350 as well!

[@thethomasj1795]

@@tigerstar35 They look great in white. Almost timeless.

[@johntousseau9380]

I had an 08 C300 W204. It was a good car, very east to work on. Though, I recommend: W116 W123 W124 W126 Those are the best of Benz.

[@BOSS-ip6rs]

U forgot the w140 the king of S Klass

[@johntousseau9380]

@@BOSS-ip6rs I did... W140s are great cars.

[@kennyfg6169]

*Scotty Kilmer wants to know your location*

[@BmwMe-uh9sy]

Never heard him make video on it with his crappy celica

[@asimtaha4581]

KennyFG hhhhhhhh coming for that ass

[@mds2465]

KennyFG Newton, Kansas

[@V_For_Vigilante]

Bmw M3 e46 I hate celica. Unreliable bmw is much better

[@waelmostafa2222]

From germany Lol

[@nathanglynn7443]

I drive a 2001 c200 kompressor, currently sitting on 270,000kms, no issues so far besides sway bar linkages. Thats my cheap daily benz and i must have gotten lucky with it because its been great and held up good inside and out. My other car is a 1978 w116 280se, that too is a gem, although starting to get a little tired haha!

[@hans85]

My dream Benz is a Unimog

[@stoneshrink]

I like how you think

[@getchasome6230]

A uni with the scooper and backhoe attachments.. nothing less will do

[@NFLYoungBoy223]

J.G. van Beilen mine is the Mercedes Benz 6x6

[@nmg997]

J.G. van Beilen mine is the R129 SL73

[@dlwst44]

G63 AMG all the way!!!

[@gregdesena4207]

I bought an '09 C300 a few years ago and I love it. Nothing but routine maintenance. The W204 is a great platform. I really like the S-Class of that era as you recommended, but the air suspension made me nervous, I read that there were a lot of issues with it.

[@TheWizardboy5]

I got a w204 c300 that the previous owner hadn't properly maintained, nightmare to catch up on cost wise

[@metalevolve8424]

I want to buy a C300 2010 4matic. What about the maintenance? Is too expensive?

[@metalevolve8424]

@@TheWizardboy5 I want to buy a C300 2010 4matic. What about the maintenance? Is too expensive?

[@TheWizardboy5]

@@metalevolve8424 Get a pre purchase inspection on any you consider, there's a known issue with the subframe corroding out and that can be expensive but good maintenance will prevent it. The engine is very reliable.

[@outsideboy23]

@@TheWizardboy5how much u spent

[@KimJongChill]

Wooooo I bought a 2013 c300 last year glad to hear you recommend it 🤟🏼

[@CactusBravo42]

How’s it doing so far??

[@dkhungry9916]

Yessirrrrrrr I got a E55 AMG this car hasn’t given me problems and it’s bulletproof and stupid quick💪🏽 had this car for 3 years and is still running strong!

[@damianvazquez2737]

What year do you have

[@MrBeefsteak6]

I'm in a love/hate relationship with my 03 sl500 I love her when she's right and hate her when she pissed hydraulic fluid on the garage floor, but 3 grand and a couple struts later and I'll never leave her lol

[@kent5563]

MrBeefsteak6 same engine and performance as r129 but the unreliable abc suspension. Wizard is dead wrong this time.

[@Kevin_10225]

I worked in a mercedes dealer and i can say that the 2012-2019 ML-GLE (w166) are really good cars. Especially before 2016. They are quite simple for a mercedes and really robust. After 2016 (when they changed to GLE), they've started getting more tech, hence more issues. The GL-GLS (X166) is pretty much the same thing. Funny thing though, the structure of the 166 models is shared with the WK2 Jeep Grand Cherokee (2011-present). It was designed when daimler-chrysler was still a thing. If you put an ML and a WK2 Grand Cherokee on a lift side by side, underneath you will see very similar components.

[@Eidrian111]

Does the wk2 and the mercedes share any parts? Or are they just similar. 2011 and down are unreliable? I’m looking to buy one for my wife, it’s going to be her first suv.

[@Kevin_10225]

@@Eidrian111 i dont think they share parts. They are similar, but not identical. 2011 and down are older models and another design. 2011 and up is when the wk2 and 166 are released. They are certainly better than the older models, but you do have to take care of them. You should NOT neglect them, otherwise they will start getting issues. Its not a toyota that you can put in cooking oil in the engine and will still work and last 300k miles.

[@staticmercedes809]

STOP DRIVING THE PRICES UP DAMNIT

[@philipptruveller7829]

Let him, he think r129's are bad 😁. Beautiful cars for great value.

[@andrewb4584]

As a frequent Benz driver/owner/and person who works on my own cars... I own(ed) a 2006 E350 Sedan (W211), so the M272, post-balance shaft issue. Was a great car, cost virtually nothing in repairs (all maintenance.) Ate a brake light switch, got rid of it over fears for the SBC system. Never had an issue, but with 180k on the clock, I was worried about getting enough "presses" that I'd need to figure it out. Quiet and smooth as the day I bought her when I shipped it in 2015. Own a CLK now for the family/summer toy, essentially the same car, sans the SBC and roof. Bulletproof. Wife drives a 2009 ML350. Again, post balance shaft/timing issues on the M272. Only non-maintenance issues were a pair of noisy wheel bearings, the front differential was getting noisy, and the tail light corrosion issue. Swapped the diff (not hard, just annoying), pressed in a pair of wheel bearings, and bought OE taillights. All for less than two months of a car payment. She'll need some suspension work in the near future, but 180k, no major issues. Keep saying "this is our last year", but pandemics, supply chain issues, etc have kept her in service. Doesn't owe me a penny, and runs like it's brand new. No reason to dump it yet. Currently run a 2015 W212 E-350 Wagon. Air suspension issues in the rear (thanks Arnott for making replacement parts), collision sensor issues, trim peeling inside. 75k. Lives in a garage in NY. Doesn't get driven all that much. The major mechanicals (M276/722.9 Trans) are great, but the overall quality of the vehicle has declined. This will most likely be my last Benz; and I've owned many more than the ones listed above. Shame.. Interior design on the new cars feels cheap, screens replacing well designed, durable dashboards. Too much junk plastic, lazy interior designs. Bought the last year W212 on purpose (literally, a few weeks more production on the cars), glad I did. Wife wants a new(er) GLS to replace the ML. I'm 50/50 if I wanna wade in that pool anymore. Maybe I'll be back to Volvo after this car is gone.

[@clutchinc.7070]

so is benz a220 good

[@Isabellabronx70s]

This definitely helped me out. Just bought an 06 E500.

[@Saeed26434]

Same here but the air ride is not reliable

[@joesmith482]

500 has the 113 motor. That’s a good thing

[@hootans.4293]

Let us know everytime you repair the car, my guess within three years you will pay twice if not more as much as the car itself.

[@0096atif]

@@hootans.4293 not true at all that engine is very reliable the only thing thats gonna give him trouble is the SBC system and airmatic

[@elkillerx]

FYI.. I have a 04 E500. Mercedes extended the warranty for the SBC brake system. It’s a free fix! I just had mine replaced a few month ago. Car is pushing 230,000 miles and runs great.

[@FrankW1029]

the C230 had the supercharger, not turbo. it was either a m111 2.3 carried over from the 90's or the m271 of the 2000's.

[@locasenior8229]

Diesel has turbo

[@benila3992]

I was gonna say this on the BMW vid and I'm sure it's been said before: The Wizard is like the Bob Ross of car mechanics! 😂 Cool collected and honest straight forward!

[@ekummel]

My dad has a 2005 E350 that he flew out to Germany to pick up new at the factory. The purchase price included insurance for several days and an itinerary for driving around Germany and shipping the car back to the USA. And it was cheaper than buying the car in the states! He's not had a lick of problems with that thing and it looks as new today as the day he bought it! It has all the bells and whistles for that year and is a solid running car. I have a 2018 GLC43 AMG and just love that thing! It truly is an enthusiast car and demands to be driven in a spirited manner! After driving that car, I have a difficult time switching to driving anything else...

[@anitalorenzin-mitchell4770]

And i have a 2016, C450w AMG and it has 60,000 miles but has been a money pit: Ball joints, head gaskets, trans fluid flush t$900, oil change, all synthetic, $350.00, and on and on

[@ekummel]

@anitalorenzin-mitchell4770 you can do your own oil changes for less than $100. Go to Pelican Parts and you can get a kit that includes the oil and filter specific for your car. For my AMG, it's $70. Takes less than 30 minutes to complete. Unfortunately, trans flush and ball joints are not something the average DIYer can handle for these cars... Although the ball joint replacement isn't that hard really if you have the right tools. FCEuro has everything you need to take care of that. But Schedule A services you can do yourself.

[@jerbele]

Should do a video like this for BMW and Audi. Love the channel 👊🏿

[@aliabdallah102]

Just avoid all BMWs

[@dond668]

I would add "or newer". I love my 2016 S550. Haven't had any problems since I bought it one year ago for 38k.

[@Johnathan_Waters]

Yeaa... You ONLY mentioned modern cars... Mercedes last a lot longer than most cars and the older ones are STILL a very viable option. Especially if you fix your own cars. I own a 2000 ML55 AMG, it is an exceptionally fun, fast and exciting car, love it. Oh, and it's also reliable, imagine that ;). I just think the scope of the choices you offered is dismal in it's narrowness. There's a whole lot more GOOD Mercedes-Benzes out there to be had!

[@ReinhardScheibe]

The W163 is a good car if you live in an area without rain or salt on the streets. Otherwise you need to expect the brown plague.

[@ReinhardScheibe]

@William Tilley Maybe in the U.S., in Germany it remained an issue for the complete first generation. But we also have loads of salt on the roads in winter.

[@theballintruth3369]

This guy’s knowledge is off the charts, i could only dream of having such extensive experience, a true professional