My first MB was a 1967 200D, which eventually went 863,000 miles until it was broadsided by a Mack truck, Driver's door opened nicely once I got over the shock of the incident.

Who else skipped through the sponsor?

my 2003 E class is still running like a champ 17 years later...

My first nice car was a 1981 280CE. I bought it with 115,000 miles on it. I loved it. My boss who had a 280SEL 4.5 introduced me to his mechanic, and I have to say that we stayed on a first name basis for the 4 years I owned it. It spent at least a day in his shop every month. In the last year, the rear end started to make a horrendous whine, and then the vacuum system developed a leak, causing my driver's side door not to unlock after the car had been sitting for more than a few hours. It may be that the reason these cars last forever is that people are willing to put in the money and effort needed to make that claim come true, but my mechanic scared me with his talk of what it might cost to track down that leak and replace the rear end, so I gave up and I traded it in for a Lexus. And although the Lexus was the most boring car I've ever owned, I'm pretty sure it really WOULD have lasted forever.

You are right about the old Merc quality, I pulled an '83 230e (W123) out of a barn where it had sat for 20 years and the interior was still fresh, it didn’t start as the electrics were vandalised but it cranked over happily...it will run soon!

You were handed a Brand new 500SL when you were 16?? Geez, Im a jackass that worked at a super market from 14 to 16 to pay for a 10 year old Camry.

I had a 96’ E 320. I had 70k miles on it at the time of my purchase. That Car turned out to be the best car I ever had. The thing would squat down on the interstate with its inline V-6 and take off like it was a V-8, no exaggeration. Then one day I was riding with an old friend in his suv when he lost it and purposely wrecked doing 120 mph in his 04 Lincoln Navigator. Weed flipped 20 times and my spine was broken in 2 places. So I was no longer able to keep my E 320 up and could not work anymore so the car started to go down. After 7 years of owning the Mercedes, I sold it on Craigslist. Nothing but memories now of the luxurious, fast ass tank. Anyway, your video brought back some good memories of that car. I like what your doing on your channel man. Very interesting. It reminds me of me lol. I subbed to you bro. Keep up the great work. ✌️

A much more truthful, honest review than Scotty Kilmers review. You actually know, appreciate and understand Mercedes cars!

I have owned a 2004 w203 c180 Kompressor from new. with 330000 km (205000miles)... it still runs like a dream. Other than servicing and all the regular stuff that needs replacing, all I’ve had to replace was a fuel line and vacuum pump. Oh and the battery. Yup. They’re amazing cars.

w140 is the true king of the road!

This is a well made Mercedes during some of their highest quality years of production. I’m also driving a C Class that just won’t die, it’s made for some great content and road trips though lol. Thanks for sharing this, this was the first car I ever test drove when I was 16 and it brought back memories

I bought last month partly thanks to you hoovie. 6500 dollars. And 3000 in repair. But now its in almost perfect shape. I love love love it!!

Cars (and things in general) were built to last back in the day. This being a testament to their superior build quality. Now companies actually build things so they brake, on purpose. So they can sell more parts. It's really that simple. Sad, but true.

*Old merries are not reliable?!* Maybe in the States (because of Scotty Kilmer) people are thinking that Mercedes-Benz makes bad cars. But the Mercedes built from the 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s are most of the time bulletproof! A lot of W126 and W123 mercedes drive still around in Eastern europe and Africa with high mileage and they get very little or no maintenance. Specially the 200, 220 or 300 diesels drive with no problems 400.000 miles. So people that's why old Mercedes never die!

My 1999 C230 K has 162,000 miles. I replaced the mass airflow sensor, alternator, new battery, air filter, and detailed it inside and out. I occasionally put 100% VP race fuel in it when I feel like spoiling it. You have a deep passion for cars and the ability to see and express quality like no other person. I love this video. Hope your doing well, stay awesome.

My silver 1999 C230K Sport W202 is going strong at 250K miles.

WE DONT CARE ABOUT THOSE CHEAP WATCHES

I daily drive a 1987 190E, and it is a tank!

I had a 1996 S420, I had spent 2 months getting it to showroom condition. It was beautiful and had 67,000 miles. I made the mistake of letting my wife drive it. Hit a cable barrier at 70 mph. I cried, it was totalled.

I do love those rims on that car! Great job sir!

I like them Mercedes.

That Mercedes is beautiful

Loved how you talked about that distinct old Mercedes smell, it really never gets old...

I have one of these today. It was a really really reliable car. I have got 200,000 Miles on it, and it still runs smooth! Btw mine is a “98” and it is a great reliable vehicle. I’d rather own one of these than a Chevy SS.

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I drove a 1987 Mercedes 400-E forever. That beast never once quit on me and had 340,000 miles on it when I sold it last year.

Yes! That's my motto: "What is never fixed, may never break"

Thank you for this video, never watched you before, love your style and you said everything about old Mercedes cars that I am talking for long long time...

Dude!!! You had to buy one of those! I have always loved the C and E Class Mercedes cars of the 90’s. Still elegant, classy, and amazing cars to drive. I do remember my old E-Class having that leather smell you spoke of in the video. I do hope you keep the car as well. It really does deserve a cool owner like yourself. Or me of course. ;)

Don’t need to watch the video, old Merc’s last longer because Mercedes wanted to build great cars back then. As to bowel MVMT watches, they were overpriced for what you pay from the beginning, and still are. Want a GOOD quality affordable price? Try Timex, Orient or Seiko. Ask anyone who isn’t being paid to push this junk!🤮

Great vídeo Hoovie...I'm very happy with my C36 AMG 1996 back here in Brasília - BRAZIL... Definitely fun to drive and powerful...

Of the eleven German cars I’ve owned my 95 C280 was the best. Bad wiring harness aside it really was indestructible. Last I heard it was still on the road in 2018. And probably without one squeak or rattle.

Dope episode man! I love BENZOS myself since my first car was a 1986 190E-2.3 back in 1998. I think all Mercedes from the 70,80 and 90’s are very well built.

I've had a 1999 C43 and a 2002 E55. Both amazing cars!

You're the best out there, Hoovie! How in the world did you hone your skills in creating these gripping video reviews? You don't need to tell me anything... just keep giving us more videos of these Classic cars. A big thank you from Hyderabad, India.

We have a 1988 Mercedes 300SE and absolutely love it It’s a resurrection from low use car Just so simple to work on once you understand it Parts are relatively easy to get and not too pricey Took ours for its maiden voyage last week Lots more to do but it will be a family heirloom as my son is to get it and truely wants it when I’m gone

miss the advert go to 1:07

Any car with a good enthusiast base can live forever, it's just a matter of wanting to keep the car on the road. I have two BMW's with over 200k miles on each of them, and I'll keep dumping money into them to fix them because I like them so much.

That antenna going up gave me cool flashbacks of childhood. Glad I just just joined the older Benz Clan. Nice vid.

I drive a C280 L6 daily w/ 70k miles on, no biodegradable wires from factory (late 96), reliable asf, it feels like a safe box, drives ands purrs like a dream. She's the perfect daily for me.

I’ll buy it...

1995/96 Mercedes and below usually run forever. The maintenance is super cheap, especially for Diesel Models. I'd say where they are probably expensive are when it comes to interior replacement/upholstery. My interior is ok but may want change interior out, I don't care for the grey. going to be expensive on most cars probably. 92 300D - Fan belt & tensioner for my accessory belt was like under $60 to do yourself. - The car has over 360K, check trans fluid and was still good and pink color. - I did power steering fluid flush myself as steering wheel whined a bit, $5-16? I think i bought recommend stuff & filter, 1 year later and PS quiet without issues. - Oil change $27-34 because motor holds 8 quarts of oil - but I go 8,000-9,000 miles before changing due to no oil burn or loss. - Starter started getting weak $60 part + $40 Labor Remy/Bosch Rebuilt with life time warranty after $50 core charge. (I didn't have time to do job myself) - $15 Differential Oil Change (They didn't really charge me anything) - Full Suspension rebuild was $250-300 but I was dumb and wanted to lower it. so it was $600 in parts (It's not bad after lowering but I just noticed the ride is actually better if I just cut the stock mercedes springs carefully, I had no idea..) - I put in a Sony Head unit with Amplified Sub behind my seat and replaced door speakers for $240 - $150 labor to wire it. (Has speaker phone, bluetooth, NFC and all that) Next thing to do is performance upgrades, clean out carbon build up and have a specialist give advice, order upgraded turbo/or pump. Later change it over the Manual transmission. Diesel Trans are dogs on these cars but tough. Everything is good on it, I love the car. put over 13K miles. I avg 28-33MPG Gas Price Equivalent, If i go by Diesel prices, it's like 36MPG in summer. It's my work vehicle but you can't tell by looking at it, I carry tons of parts in it and it's invisible to the radar. has about 20% more room than my 93 Camry I previously owned, and obviously like 3x or 4x more than my 95 Honda VX Hatch. Everything kept falling apart on my Honda/Toyota lol. If i found a wagon version I'd have even more room, but those are impossible to fine with the 5Cyl Turbo Diesel Motor.

Im a big fan of this car, i love how the side mirrors are molded into the front door

Well... Greetings from Germany 🇩🇪 My neighbors own a old mercedes, with about 75 hp and hand cranked windows. Build in the late ˋ80s ... Over 500.000 kilometers on the clock and still running...😜 I mean this car looks like a fortress and the family is NEVER goin to sell it...💪 ... I think you touched some of the issues but since the age of modern electronic, things got more comfortable, but also more complicated. That, I think, is the appeal of relatively old cars... they are simple...👌

I know what you mean about older Mercedes. I drive a 2007 MB E350 Estate Wagon, with only 78+k miles. It rides beautifully and is a lot more comfortable than my wife's much newer SUV (not a MB)/. I plan on keeping it until I hit the lottery...and then buy a NEW AMG E63 station wagon.

Don't let this distract you from the the fact that in 1966, Al Bundy scored four touchdowns in a single game while playing for the Polk High School Panthers in the 1966 city championship game versus Andrew Johnson High School, including the game-winning touchdown in the final seconds against his old nemesis, Bubba "Spare Tire" Dixon.

Sounds a lot like my manual, highly modded, 850R. 11 years of ownership, and it's just gotten faster and faster! Also quieter after I re fibreglassed the dash. Incredible car.

Hoovie, I'm scared that I'm going to become like you one day. I'm 17 years old and I have already bought 4 cars (I'm not rich and I haven't wrecked any of them.) First, a Jetta, next, a PT Cruiser. Both reliable & sensible cars. Then I bought a $500 Neon with 39k miles that still ran, and now: a 1994 Mercedes-Benz S500 with 214k miles. It still runs amazingly well and most of the electronics still work. Old Mercedes really do live long lives.

You've owned over 100 Mercedes!? Damn how many cars have you owned?😂

This generation C43 with a 55 swap is SOOO appealing, ugh want one so bad

Absolutely nailed the out of warranty experience bit. I have an ‘09 c300 that has just been a nightmare for maintenance

Only just seen this video. I got a 1995 C280 2.8 with M104 engine. Here in the UK we have the MOT test, which the car needs to pass every year to check if its roadworthy. In the 9 years I've owned it, it's passed the test first time every time. I won't be selling anytime soon..

Hoovie we need more videos from you! And where is the zo6.

The 1990's Mercedes lineup was one of the best ever, by any automaker. The 1991 S-Class. the SL500, the 500E, and C36 are prime examples of when they built the best cars in the world.

I got a good condition 116k miles year 1995 C36 AMG and love it. Absolutely brilliant car. I'm am restoring it to partial collectible level that's meant to be driven 5k miles a year. Full engine rebuild. Transmission rebuild then paint correction and interior refresh. Love the 4 speed 722.3 transmission which is also used in V8 Porsche 928 S4 and 964 911 Porsche automatic. Just brilliant.

It’s a beautiful car man! I don’t blame you for keeping it

Hahaha tell this to Scotty Kilmer!

This is NOT what ppl refer to as "old mercedes". This is "new mercedes". Old merc died with the 124.

I love my W202 . I have a 2000 c230 kompressor and love it . It has 130 k miles on it now but had 110k on it when I got it . Its a fantastic reliable and fun to drive car.

Consistent audio issues, love you Hoovie, wouldn't be same!

I clicked off a Doug DeMuro video for this, this better be good... lol

I am from germany, and have driven in dozens of mercedes from the 70s and 80s that are taxi cabs with well over 1.000.000 miles. Some are going on 2.000.000 miles. With very little trouble. I have 63 cars mostly mercedes and porsche. Several V12s no problemes but they never never ever have been driven in snow or rain. So no salt no problems like showroom new. The newer mercedes seam to have a lot more issues and less reliable. My good friend is a district man for 35 years he let me know which cars to stay away from. My favorite 2 cars. 1992 500E 6500 miles. Like new. My 1999 CL600 3100 miles. The 97 and 98 CL600 had too many problems, my friend told me. Thanks.....

Love your videos. I just started with Cox Automotive as well. I always look forward to your videos. Keep it up.

We have a 2006 Mercedes R-350 4-matic. 122k and it still drives great no rattles and when you get in the quality is there. The fit finish still holds up. We take pretty care of it and it is almost like new, still.

Tyler; the type of guy that has decorative hand towels

This car is why I’m subscribed

That is so true. I still have my 2006 C280 that looks new and drives better. I've had it for 11 years and only do oil changes and one set of tires. I paid only 10k for it all those years ago and don't regret it for one second. Love you grandmother give you her car. That's a keeper. Love the old shows Tyler proud of your work. Semper Fi. Neal

That being said... Good video man. I have an S55 AMG, and truly believe it to be overall, truly one of the Best cars ever produced.

SKIP TO 1:05. You’re welcome

Funny enough, I just bought a w202 c230 kompressor

Mine is 2000 4 cylinder c230 supercharged bought it at an action for $100 no one wanted it I got it safetied just needed brakes and a conductor plate cost $600 this was 8 years ago and haven’t done anything else but tires and oil changes has never had any leaks bought it with 160,000km now has 380,000 km and I’m just going to keep it until engine blows and then I’ll probably just have the entire car rebuild it is a amazing car. My last car was a 1998 camry that I had for 18 years and it was not as nice to drive and cost me more in repairs.

I have a 1999 C230 Kompressor, which look like the same style as your (W202). The previous owner kept parking it on my street and it would stay there for days on end. One day I put a not on it asking if he wanted to sell. I got the call and we made a deal. It had codes that indicated O2 sensor and mis-fire, which was due to MAF sensor. Got those taken care of and it has run excellently ever since. It is now up to 210,000 miles and going strong. I am sure I feel the same way about mine as you do about yours.

Tyler is the type of guy to be friendly with pets...

I love that Car !

1997 C250 Turbodiesel still going strong here in the UK. Awesome diesel torque from that turbo-intercooled 5 cylinder whilst still averaging 42 mpg average on a trip.

Thanks movement watches for supporting Hoovie

You should buy a Mercedes 190 Diesel... nothing more reliable than that 😅

Anyone else tired of those watches and just skip through the watch scenes?

My friend has one of these, he drives it from Maryland to NY every week. He never had any issues since he got it from his dad almost 5 years ago.

i got a 94 280 sport, its never ever let me down, i love it

2 tires? I bet it was the rear tires... 😂

I do sooooo mist the old german tanks. They were bulletproof.

You’re nailing it 👌 very logic presentation

My 1995 C class had 230k Miles in Northeast USA, lots of snow, salt, bad roads etc... ran like a champ up until the accident... I love the body...And yup, had to get it rewired and blew a gasket. spot on.

Biodegradable wiring harnesses? That is just crazy for something that's not intended to be a disposable item.

I'm sitting here waiting for the one day you sell that Mercedes to another Tyler.... me... sell it to me.

We love our W202 C43 AMG. It's a blast to drive, and the build quality is textbook.

My 1995 Mazda mx6 v6 I had gave me that driver connection but I didn’t keep it. Coilovers, headers, coil overs, bigger brakes, short throw shifter. It was fun I miss it sometimes!

one wiper ♥♥♥ i love Mercedes

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I have a 1989 200E W124 and it has a broken air pump lock thingy and also the driver side interior door panel is slightly loose. Other than that, it runs smoothly and I love my W124.

Like your vídeos!!! Thank you for upload!!! Greatings from Brazil!!! God Bless!!!

C36 AMG Best Mercedes AMG ever builded...

100 Mercedes Benz cars ?? What kind off drugs you sell

I have the same w202, 1994 om605 diesel(2.5td) and with the amg body kit, 500k kilometers and still going !

Great vid about the older mercs and their bank vault like quality!Those movement watches have the same internals as a 10 dollar Walmart watch.My brother bought a movement watch at a flea market which ran about a week and when I pulled the back plate off to replace the battery the housing was empty except for the movement which was about the size of a dime!My eze read Timex's keeps better time than the movement ever did!

mvmt watches won't live forever tho.

I’ll give you $5500 cash.

Love the coupes of that gen and the look

one thing I've learned watching this channel is that no car can die