1993 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 400SEL review from North America
"When my 1993 finally goes, I will get another W140, only a 1999"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Had to deal with lots of running gear issues when I bought the car; shocks, arms, broken springs, motor mounts, tires, etc. After that $2500, it has been great.
One side of the radio amp went out, so had to replace the head unit and amp, now it sounds like new.
General comments?
Adequate power for the weight, and a bit better fuel economy than the 500 or 600 models. The 6 cylinder is too small for this car.
Ride is the best on the road, bar none. Tons of space, but in front and in back, seats are firm and comfortable and fully adjustable. No wind noise, no engine noise, no road noise. You have have a normal conversation, listen to quiet passages on the radio, or just revel in the quiet.
This was the best of the best in it's day, and up to the 2000 model year, build, quality and performance were without equal.
If you want a long distance, high speed touring car with space for 4 fully grown adults to travel in peace, style, comfort and safety, the W140 model Benz is the car you should look for.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1993 |
| Year of manufacture | 1993 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.2L V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 118118 miles |
| Most recent distance | 158000 miles |
| Previous car | Mercedes-Benz 190 |
| Date of Entry | 21st May, 2008 |