1987 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 560 SEL review from North America
"Better than chocolate... or a BMW!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Bushing needed replacing - $75.
A few seals needed replacing- $100.
Brakes/Rotors - $200.
Leak in tranny coolant line/ new line installed- $250.
Telescoping feature on steering wheel has recently stopped working.
General comments?
This is my favorite car I have ever owned or driven!
Better than any BMW!
It is fast, powerful hearty engine, superb mechanical design, comfortable, roomy, great looking!
At 245,000 miles this car is still running like new! I recently saw another 560 SEL with 550,000 miles on it!! And it still ran fine and looked like a gem! Those Germans sure know how to build a fine machine!
Just wish it had cupholders... and massaging seats!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 190000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 245000 miles |
| Previous car | BMW 5 Series |
| Date of Entry | 7th July, 2003 |