2005 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S500L review from Australia and New Zealand
"Incredible"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Suffered damage while on display at motor-show, otherwise faultless.
General comments?
Quite simply, an astonishing car.
My previous car (S350) was a fantastic car, which I bought as a little gift to myself for over 40 years of hard work. I had high expectations for the new generation of S-class, all of which were met... and shattered.
The car was purchased from the Melbourne motorshow, in metallic black with AMG styling kit and 19" AMG wheels.
The ride comfort is incredible, performance is amazing for a car of its size (0-100km/h in 5 and 1/2 seconds)
The car is just as nimble as an SLK, yet feels as solid as a tank, all the time disguising its just on 2 tonnes of weight.
Although it is only early days, the car has been absolutely outstanding, does everything you ask it to do, in style, with ease.
If you are fortunate enough to be able to afford one, it's a decision few will regret.
Of course the running costs on a Aus$300K plus car won't be cheap, but if that's an issue then this isn't the car for you.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2005 |
| Year of manufacture | 2005 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.5L V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 6 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 2567 kilometres |
| Previous car | Mercedes-Benz S-Class |
| Date of Entry | 6th April, 2006 |