1986 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 500se review from UK and Ireland
"You only live once, enyoy this V8 and leave the mpg chatter to those with Euroboxes"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Drivers seat collapsed and elec adjust became tempermental.
Front electric windows only work after being pushed half way down-teeth worn on half moon (mech internals)
Battery drain 1/4amp-no idea yet.
General comments?
Very flexible for a large automobile, it poodles happily around town, absorbs A roads with glee and absolutely dissolves motorways.
The engine is a work of art. Bullet proof, no smoke or oil usuage at all (water vapour steam when cold though)
Other drivers tend to be more agressive, once the 500 badge is noticed-don't waste your licence on a stupid M3-GTI-souped up Ford light start. Just sit back, happy in the mature knowledge that they're only ahead because you've let them be.
Handling is a little barge-like, once you get used to it, it is vey rewarding and smiles soon come aplenty.
Plan your parking-avoid multi-storys.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1986 |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.0litre Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 138000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 140500 miles |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Polo |
| Date of Entry | 30th December, 2007 |