2000 Mercedes-Benz G-Class 290GD review from Hong Kong
"Who needs a Hummer?"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Slight rumble from the transfer box gear lever, diagnosed as a `characteristic' by the dealer. Solved by stuffing cloth around the lever.
Occasional failure of the central locking to unlock one of the rear doors.
General comments?
Makes Land Rover products look like Meccano kits. Everything underneath is twice as strong and properly rust proofed.
Main dealer service atrocious - sticky tape and twisted wire reconnection of new rear bleeper, and charge for oil changes beyond the vehicle's service guide book.
Needs more power than 129 BHP Five - why can't I get a right hand drive with the V8 Diesel?
Spacious, comfortable, handles OK even on oversize tyres.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.9 turbo diesel Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 7000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 20000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Land Rover Range Rover |
| Date of Entry | 3rd February, 2003 |