1996 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S500 review from North America
"So comfortable, so expensive"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Recurring electrical problem with tail light bulb.
Coolant hose split at 88,200km.
General comments?
This is my third Mercedes and by far the most comfortable car I have ever owned. It has effortless power from the 322hp engine, and one of the nicest interiors I've ever seen.
The drawback, of course, is the (lack of) economy. With a 100L fuel tank, it costs roughly $130 to fill up and I get about 300km to a tank. Insurance is also stratospheric.
Ultimately, although I have no regrets, I've now decided that it's time for me to get a car that's less expensive to run.
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| A major disappointment |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1996 |
| Year of manufacture | 1996 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.0L V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 1 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 83000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 88300 kilometres |
| Previous car | Mercedes-Benz 190 |
| Date of Entry | 13th May, 2007 |