Hi everyone
Just joined the forum as I'm contemplating Mercedes ownership. Wondered if I can pick your brains as I'm thinking of purchasing a CLS500 (c.2005).
I've had a look over the forum to see what info I can glean but thought I'd post to get the current thoughts on the CLS. My original intention was to buy a CLS320 (or even a E320). I drove a few and was impressed by the engine but I know relatively little about the CLS500. Overall I like the styling of the CLS although that seems to come at at premium compared to the E320.
So far I know it's gonna cost me more to maintain a CLS500 and the fuel consumption will be quite different to the 320 but I'm a very low mileage driver so it's not so much of an issue. The important thing for me is too purchase a good one really so I'm wondering on what to look out for.
I've seen a couple of CLS500's and plan to test drive them over the next few days. All have around 65,000 on the clock and each has full Merc service history with one owners. Cosmetically they look fine but I'm curious to know if there's anything specific to look out for ?
Is there anything (like belts) that should have been changed at a certain mileage ? I've heard it costs a fortune to change the plugs. Is there any guidelines on how often these need to be changed ? I'm also contemplating a RAC/AA inspection - wondered if you have any thoughts on these and whether it's worth it on a car with that sort of mileage/age ?
Any feedback greatly appreciated - cheers
Just joined the forum as I'm contemplating Mercedes ownership. Wondered if I can pick your brains as I'm thinking of purchasing a CLS500 (c.2005).
I've had a look over the forum to see what info I can glean but thought I'd post to get the current thoughts on the CLS. My original intention was to buy a CLS320 (or even a E320). I drove a few and was impressed by the engine but I know relatively little about the CLS500. Overall I like the styling of the CLS although that seems to come at at premium compared to the E320.
So far I know it's gonna cost me more to maintain a CLS500 and the fuel consumption will be quite different to the 320 but I'm a very low mileage driver so it's not so much of an issue. The important thing for me is too purchase a good one really so I'm wondering on what to look out for.
I've seen a couple of CLS500's and plan to test drive them over the next few days. All have around 65,000 on the clock and each has full Merc service history with one owners. Cosmetically they look fine but I'm curious to know if there's anything specific to look out for ?
Is there anything (like belts) that should have been changed at a certain mileage ? I've heard it costs a fortune to change the plugs. Is there any guidelines on how often these need to be changed ? I'm also contemplating a RAC/AA inspection - wondered if you have any thoughts on these and whether it's worth it on a car with that sort of mileage/age ?
Any feedback greatly appreciated - cheers