In search of a new car

[tlzeebub]

I really need some of your wisdom chaps, I've found a 2003 S320CDI that on paper looks good, I'm flying up to Manchester on Saturday to have a look at it, so can you tell me what faults i need to look for aswell as the normal rust issues, also do they suffer from the Valeo radiator problem, tia Chris

 

[Seamster15]

Suspension issues?
Make sure it has full Mercedes S/H to preserve Mobilo.

 

[tlzeebub]

Thanks Seamster, if it only has part maindealer service history and then indy service can i now get it serviced by MB to keep mobilo going? Am i right in assuming by suspension issues you mean any knocks or clonks?

 

[Seamster15]

I think you have to have full main dealer service history to preserve Mobilo, I'm no expert but there are many here. Suspension - I understand that the S class has some fancy suspension setup that can cause problems, again no expert but just remember reading about the woes of others.

 

[Seamster15]

If the cars has Airmatic suspension you could get problems, heres one thread I've found by using the forum search;

http://www.mbclub.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?t=47134&highlight=class+problems

 

[Mactech]

I understand that there have been some issues with the relay for the Airmatic pump on the W220. Not aware of any specific rust or radiator problems with this one. I can highly recomend S Class driving, just so long as you have a 1000cc V twin in the garage when you feel the need for speed.
In my case a RSVR Aprilia

 

[kwakdonut]

I think you have to have full main dealer service history to preserve Mobilo, I'm no expert but there are many here. Suspension - I understand that the S class has some fancy suspension setup that can cause problems, again no expert but just remember reading about the woes of others.

From what I understand, MB will re-instate Mobilo if you get the next service at main MB dealer - but, BIG BUT, get this agreed beforehand! Otherwise I would just use a very good Indy (plenty available) and join the AA/RAC/AutoAid other breakdown organisations are available....

 

[tlzeebub]

Thanks guys I'll check with MB about the mobilo reinstatement, I've already got a S430 which is a great drive but with a couple of niggling faults so it's gotta go, I'm sure i'll miss the v8 power but be happier with the economy, and as Mactech says theres always the V2 bike for a blast at the weekend, once again thanks for your help chaps.

 

[kwakdonut]

Thanks guys I'll check with MB about the mobilo reinstatement, I've already got a S430 which is a great drive but with a couple of niggling faults so it's gotta go, I'm sure i'll miss the v8 power but be happier with the economy, and as Mactech says theres always the V2 bike for a blast at the weekend, once again thanks for your help chaps.

Much prefer a screaming 4 pot!!!! ..... :bannana:

 

[Ted]

Phew!
I'm alright then!
http://www.budbrooke.com/mediac/bike/bikes3.JPG

 

[kwakdonut]

Phew!
I'm alright then!
http://www.budbrooke.com/mediac/bike/bikes3.JPG

par! Nothing more than 2 wheel tractors....lol

 

[Mactech]

Much prefer a screaming 4 pot!!!! ..... :bannana:

Had a mate from Belfast who would always claim it was 'quacker by Kwacker!'
The race bike is a Supersport 600 Honda...

 

[tlzeebub]

Phew!
I'm alright then!
http://www.budbrooke.com/mediac/bike/bikes3.JPG

Oh dear my eyes are offended

 

[hawk20]

Basically,whether you can re-instate Mobil or not depends on the date of registration.

You’ll find all the details about Mobilo here: -
http://mbclub.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?t=63522
and here: -
http://forums.mercedesclub.org.uk/showthread.php?t=45278

Basically,whether you can re-instate Mobil or not depends on the date of registration.

The best defence against rust is galvanising of all steel panels. You’ll find details here: -
http://mbclub.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?t=34227
http://forums.mercedesclub.org.uk/showthread.php?t=23630

The S class and CL class are built of a combination of aluminium and steel. For the aluminium components there is, of course, no galvanising process.

All steel panels were galvanised from Quarter 1 2003 production onwards.
During the previous quarter (Q4 2002) the process was gradually introduced on the production line and therefore some vehicles were galvanised during this lead-up period, but not all.

So you need to check the production date not just the date of first registration.

These are complex cars and when serviced MB dealers provide numerous updates at no charge. FullMBSH is your safest bet IMO. Equally I would check out stock at MB dealers where you will get a full 12 month guarantee on approved used stock. Their prices are surprisingly competitive at the moment.

Fabulous cars. Wonderful magic carpet ride even on the UK's under-maintained roads. Without equal, IMO.

 

[MBManInKen]

If the cars has Airmatic suspension you could get problems

Airmatic is standard on the W220.

 

[Ted]

Oh dear my eyes are offended

How DARE you!

I hope your electrics turn into dust (they probably already have)


Good luck with the (possible) new car.

 

[JonnyCJ]

I really need some of your wisdom chaps, I've found a 2003 S320CDI that on paper looks good, I'm flying up to Manchester on Saturday to have a look at it, so can you tell me what faults i need to look for aswell as the normal rust issues, also do they suffer from the Valeo radiator problem, tia Chris

Buy my mint CL500 - much classier than an S class

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&Item=130294194186&Category=9855

Jonny

 

[tlzeebub]

Buy my mint CL500 - much classier than an S class

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&Item=130294194186&Category=9855

Jonny

Nice car Jonny but out of my price range and i really need a diesel