2001 Mercedes-Benz CL CL500 review from UK and Ireland
"Worst car I have ever owned"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Clogged water drainage channel under front windscreen causing wet passenger side footwell carpet.
Rear lights electrical fault.
Front light malfunctions. (Various)
ABS Warning light malfunction.
Loose interior trim.
Window failing to operate properly. (electrical problem)
Warranty suspension lines replaced. (Recall)
Suspension height adjustment failure.
Rust appearing on several body panels.
Seat belt fails to retract (Passenger front)
Heater noisy when operating (whining noise)
Cassette player causes scratch on Sat Nav screen when opened.
Wing mirror contacts bodywork when folded, causing damage over time.
Exterior glass trims have faded/discoloured.
General comments?
This car has been a massive disappointment!
I never expected such lack of quality with such an expensive car. Various interior parts have broken or seem to be of poor quality.
Various faults during short ownership as listed above.
Rust problems appearing as per numerous other comments on this site.
Very poor car, will never own another Mercedes.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2001 |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2009 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.0 V8 Semi-Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 3 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 43000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 66000 miles |
| Previous car | Datsun Bluebird |
| Date of Entry | 25th March, 2009 |