New S-Class W221 In North East

[JayBirdEvans]

Hi just wanted to say hello from a new member in Durham

Hoping this forum will assist me in my S Class ownership.

Car is a '11 S350L with all the options I really wanted (LWB, Rear Seat Heat/Electric, Pan Roof). Its immaculate inside and out and has a wealth of bills from 2022 which I'm taking as a big plus point lol

Are there any Durham owners who can suggest a local garage with experience of these? Closest MB dealership is Sunderland IIRC




Jay

 

[liamt]

I'm in Sunderland, if you don't want to use dealer servicing try Wearside MB who are based in Southwick Sunderland. I've never used them myself but I've heard good things about them. They are MB Indepedent specialists with Star Diagnostics.

Wearside Mercedes Benz – Mercedes Independent Specialist

 

[JayBirdEvans]

Thanks bud that much appreciated

 

[SmartAmg]

Welcome, Jay, lovely motor you've got there.

 

[liamt]

Welcome, Jay, lovely motor you've got there.

Agreed, it looks lovely. I've always liked the look of the W221 and I think they've aged rather well.

 

[JayBirdEvans]

Thanks guys, for £10k (with warranty) I thought it was a lovely way to get around (considering I got £8.5k for my Mitsubishi PHEV which was down to about 2/3 battery)

Its certainly got road presence, but we need longer carparking spaces in this country

 

[SmartAmg]

Its certainly got road presence, but we need longer carparking spaces in this country

And wider.

 

[W1ghty]

Thanks guys, for £10k (with warranty) I thought it was a lovely way to get around (considering I got £8.5k for my Mitsubishi PHEV which was down to about 2/3 battery)

Its certainly got road presence, but we need longer carparking spaces in this country

I was in a dealership this morning picking up a part and looked at a S350d long wheel base whilst I was waiting….Jesus they are big . I would like to own one though .
Welcome buddy , nice car you have there !

 

[Bortig]

Welcome

 

[Sweetooth]

Hi and welcome

 

[JayBirdEvans]

Thanks bud, yeah its defo going to have me hunting for quiet spots when parking lol

 

[Slartibartfast]

A lot of car for the money. Great choice

 

[JayBirdEvans]

Guys, couple of quick questions here to avoid starting new threads

1) Is there a "Workshop Manual" (CD/or PDF) that is generally used to allow diagnosing common issues (part locations etc and wiring diagrams)?
2) Is there a relatively cheap (ie not ££££ STAR system) OBD diagnostics system. I've ordered a cheapo Bafx Scan Tool for £30 just to read codes?

Was thinking like a forum member who supplies this sort of stuff rather than taking a chance on ebay

Thanks

J

 

[W1ghty]

Guys, couple of quick questions here to avoid starting new threads

1) Is there a "Workshop Manual" (CD/or PDF) that is generally used to allow diagnosing common issues (part locations etc and wiring diagrams)?
2) Is there a relatively cheap (ie not ££££ STAR system) OBD diagnostics system. I've ordered a cheapo Bafx Scan Tool for £30 just to read codes?

Was thinking like a forum member who supplies this sort of stuff rather than taking a chance on ebay

Thanks

J

A lot of people use icarsoft code readers , not sure which model would be best for your 2011 though

 

[Slartibartfast]

I use this (I have a 2011 S350L)

iCarsoft Professional Multi-System Car Diagnostic Tool MB V2.0 Compatible for Mercedes-Benz/Sprinter/Smart, ABS SRS Oil BLD INJ https://amzn.eu/d/dAgWGp0

 

[JayBirdEvans]

Brill guys, one for my very sad Xmas list

Also the car suffers from slow/low coolant temperature and I have managed to get it booked into WMS for the warranty work so thanks again for the tip

 

[SmartAmg]

Look out for 2nd hand icarsoft's on here they come up now and again.

 

[BoristheBounce]

Welcome, try MB Darlington | Mercedes-Benz and Smart Car Specialist | North East Mercedes Specialist

 

[JayBirdEvans]

Seem likes a real friendly outfit and possibly a bit easier to get to for me

 

[23 Romeo Tango]

Hi Jay, welcome to the forum. Nice looking 221 you have there.

+1 for MB Darlington. My wife’s GLC is there today for a service.
Both of our cars go there. We have always come away happy.
Use the search function on here, there are a few threads relating to them (and others).