as a Mercedes Benz technician I would highly suggest anything from 2008-2018. no 4 cylinders or diesel. all these cla,a class cars are junk stick with the v6's or v8's

After 2 years of off and on research, this airline pilot just bought a pre-owned, very low mile 2014 CLS 550. An almost bullet-proof W278 V8 TT and aside from an air-ride suspension that I have $2,000 set aside in the bank to rebuild in 3 years, should be an easy to maintain chassis.

We’ve had the S class, C class and currently still have the ML class and never had any issues with any of them! All of them were certified pre owned and looking forward to our next one.

Remember in Germany you have free speed limit some cars need to handle 250- 300 km/h in everyday use. If you want German car always choose the one made in Germany.

I still drive my sporty 2003 Mercedes E320. Just had minor issues this year with vibration on steering wheel, but is all fixed now for $200. Only 115,000 miles. (My fancy cup holder broke. About it.) Still drives like new! 17 years!

I have no idea what this guy is talking about. He knows BMWs but is out of his lane about Benz. I've had different Mercedes Benz for over 30 years and NEVER had any of these problems. I've been driving the same ML350 for 15 years with none of these problems. I've had a 2016 C300 for almost 5 years and it runs like a top. I've had an S class also and had no problems...The only problems I've had is reckless drivers that have run into me and TOTALLED two of my Benz cars. I even know several people who like Benz...For those who like them, take care of them, and do the scheduled maintenance...they have NEVER had problems. As for corrosion - If one lives in snow areas where lots of salt is spread on the ground, one should expect corrosion. This man should know there is no corrosion in non-snow states. I'm really beginning to think this guy is getting paid to BAD MOUTH cars.

Mercedes Benz is an expensive luxury brand so of course you can expect maintenance to be high but I feel some of the problems people experience is when the try to own on a shoestring budget. If you defer the maintenance to save money it will end up costing you more money.

I bought a used 2007 S Class two years ago. Still have the car. Paid $10K and invested another 10K in it and now it is all sorted out. Greatest drive I have ever had. Average annual maintenance it abour $3K but it is a tank with surprising performance. Use a lot of premium fuel but I love that car and will keep it for a while.

I’ve already made my purchase and I’m loving my Mercedes yet I still enjoy tuning in to these videos. Awesome content!

i own a S class , never laid a wrench on it other than oil changes in 127 k. it looks and drives like new !

As a car enthusiast I love your videos however as i review many of your past videos it clear your more into describing the "bling" rather than details describing the mechanical issues. Just a suggestion mix in more mechanicals

I live in Germany and my family has owned every generation of the mercedes ML (all Second hand bought) and they were always reliable and never broke down little repairs nothing big maybe luck?

My two CLK’s (2000 CLK320 and a 2001 CLK55) were the most reliable cars I have ever owned. Cheaper to maintain than my F150 and much better fit and finish then my top of the line Accord.

The 2008 to 2014 mercedes c300 is very reliable

I have had a convertible 2004 clk. For 13 years. Done 100,000 ks and have had no major problems. Just an oil leak from the auto that they fixed under warranty when the car was 6 years old! No rust. No service issues. And it still looks and goes like new.

I like AMGs ....lot more expensive, a lot of power, and reliable. Any car, and I mean any, loses value with more or less %

I own a 2008 CL63 AMG. Totally committed 2nd owner one of the best designs and engines of it's time🇩🇪☑️

I have an e350 wagon with 290000 miles and it still runs like a watch... They require maintenance like any other car, and are nice cars!

The average lifespan on those air suspensions use to be around 100.000 miles. I have a friend with a w212 though and he has around 150.000 miles on his. But at that point you might have to change it on a car with regular dampers and springs too... Sure those parts are much cheaper. But they need more work to be replaced on the other hand. There are after market air suspension kits that are far cheaper than the original. And with life time warranty.

Another great video. You're a fantastic presenter. I just subscribed.

That Silver Benz with the Flat Tires was a W211 e320, a Taxi overseas, very reliable with regular maintenance, and not a W210. Just saying

As always, your passion is appreciated. Good info. Many thanks.

I purchased a E-350 2014 it was an absolute joy to drive. I owned it for a couple of years with no issues what so ever. After which time I traded it in for a Chrysler 300 only because I knew as time would have it I would surely run into problems. But I really enjoyed the experience.

That’s not true I have a W203 C-Class a lot of people say it’s junk but it’s been 1.5 years and 30,000 miles and all I did was a transmission service , make sure the Mercedes was made in German those are ones that will last

Am sorry , I didn’t catch your name sir , mr exotic cars you the best...info always on point

I have been fortunate with my 2 SLs. I bought my 2001 SL500 when it was 8 years old for about 1/6 of what it cost new. It’s 21 years old now 150,000km and it looks and works like new inside and out. Everything works and it has been very reliable. I bought my 2010 SL63 AMG with 16,000km 4 years ago for a little more than 1/3 of what it cost new. It has one tiny, tiny paint chip, but otherwise, one might think it just came out of the showroom. I guess the verdict is still out on its reliability, because I have only put about 7000 more Kilometres on it since I bought it and there are some known potential costly repairs with that 6.2L engine, the folding hardtop and of course the adaptive air suspension.

Mercedes made in Stuttgart Germany the ones to buy that you can rely . Awm

Excellent Summary!!

Keep up the great job.. amazing tips from you 👌

i have the newer c class. 63k. typical issues like sunroof creaking and so on, but very reliable to be honest, picked a used c class over a brand new camry/civic. its not about reliabilty but more about IF something breaks the cost wont be fun to look at

Yup bought my 2016 e350 for 17k love it it has 100k miles but all highway runs great no issues! No matic, no air bag subspension.. no turbos it’s perfect for keeping around a while

Yea your 100% correct , you left off the SLK/SLC I bought my wife one a 2013 SLK in 2016 and it was $28k new it’s over $50k but now it’s worth 15k the problem I had was a leaking hardtop the they replaced under warranty and noise inside the vent the MB never could fix

Would love to see you review the GT63 and/or compare it to the new 2021 CLA AMG

I still have my dads e2350cdi 2005 model, its on 213400 miles regular servicing and she still runs good, only major work got done recently suspension bushings and driveline and a 2nd hand transmission. my dads owned since new and no accidents all maintenance was done on time by a merc specialist. Its been the most reliable car in the family and cheap to maintain. if they still made mercs like they did this one I would buy one anyday

We have the current gen 2017 W205 C300 RWD. It doesn't have all the electronic bells and whistles gadgets, just pretty much a basic model. I intentionally purchase this way to avoid all the electronic malfunctions. Fingers crossed, still drive like it just got off the showroom.

I Love Mercedes Benz

I have a 2008 CLK 350 coupe. Bought 2 years old with 18k miles for $25k. It has been on the road for 14.5 years. Daily driver. To date it has been absolutely reliable. But I do maintain it. I have spent $24K in the 12.5 years I have owned it which for a mercedes I think is decent at $160 a month. I just started doing my own work and had I started sooner I would have probably saved $12K. Paint has held up well. Interior has held up well though I need to replace headliner now. Window regulator just went last week (I won't slam doors anymore). Only major repair needed over the years was intake manifold which was under warranty. Just hit 125K miles and know I got some major work ahead to keep it running. But as long as I do the work myself it won't be so bad and I love the car. I decided to keep it going because I don't like new Mercedes Benz cars. Or I should say, I don't like any that I can actually afford. And too much electronic and safety crap that can and does break. And I don't want turbo. I would like to find a used C, CL, or S 63 AMG in good shape though. Before the BiTurbo.

My dad has a CLK convertible. No problems, no rust, super reliable.

I loved my 91 w124 300e 3.0 it was so easy to maintain and cheap to maintain , that you could just look at it and know what was wrong with it lol, even though I didn't know that much about working on cars at the time

Just got a 2018 C300 used 14k on the clock love it so far

"Mercedes (and BMW, and Jaguar) are endless money pits after the warranty runs out". Scotty Kilmer :)))

What a video! If buy form this guy if I was in the area!

I love the mercedes s class front grill, i think no matter how big the s class grill is it will always look great.

I had an 04 CLK that i got in Texas. It was a good car and served me well, the window regulator went which was expensive to fix. Otherwise it was a good car, I would recommend the 09 model if you are looking to purchase. That was the last year it was made.

FYI: The CLA class Mercedes is the most aerodynamic car in the world with the lowest drag coefficient on the market currently.

First CLA I had died within 3 days after I bought it. Ended up with a 2018 CLA with unlimited mileage powertrain warranty with 20k miles on it in great condition. I do service A every 5k miles instead of 10k, and immediately replaced brakes, did brake flush, coolant flush, transmission service and then did the entire Service B at 33k mark just to be sure. While maintenance adds up, it diminishes your overall repair costs. Don’t get a mercedes unless you’re ready to put money into it. I’m at about 46k miles now on it and no issues so far and I obviously hope it stays that way. My previous car was my first car I bought myself in college, a 2014 chevy cruze. Took more money on a monthly basis (say3-4 months of repair costs) to keep that car operational than my mercedes maintenance over the past year. Bought that one used at 70k miles. Had it til 140K. Don’t buy used high mileage, ever. No matter the car. I didn’t want to buy used this time but ended up with one. Will be my last used vehicle just because you can’t trust what someone else put the car through or the car fax either.

HELLO, I really love your videos. I plan on getting a 2005 BMW 320i, will that be a great buy? I am very eager

Well thank you for broad view of what to expect with these used Mercedes models . I come from a generation when someone who bought a Mercedes bought a magnificent motorcar. I believe the problem with Mercedes started when they started building cars outside of Germany and the reason for that has to to be what I call “the need for greed” . This means that MB simply wanted a bigger profit margin and their roadmap to this was to build their cars in, undeveloped or under developed countries which would be perfectly fine if MB cared enough about their workers there to TRAIN them properly and pay better wages. Rust on a MERCEDES was Never seen. Oil leaks coming from defective oil filter GASKETS ?! Give us ALL a break ! And it ain’t much better with BMW or Audi .... - in fact ; in many cases with those two brands, there are even worse issues than Mercedes ! So what did the beleaguered and formerly happy MB owner do when he realized he now owned a damn “ garage queen” ? He looked to the East and found Lexus . Actually Toyota was carefully watching the deterioration of MB loyalty and they stepped in with their line of cars which many of their proud owners say are “bullet proof” and who also say they will never own another MB .

or just get the well made german made one, made in germany and last long time. my 07 mod w211 c 329 cdi has not given me big truble. runs just fine after 152235 miles.

You can't beat the W212.....

I have a W203 2003 C-Class C180 Kompressor with a 6 speed manual gearbox and 256k km (about 160k miles) Rus perfect, had to have it's timing chain replaced, typical m271 engine downfall but still amazing 😂🇿🇦

Just ordered a 2021 GLA 4Matic. Thinking I’ll buy the extended warranty when it comes in from Germany. Fingers crossed.

W210 is the most reliable Eclass ever. That's a w211...

Thanks for another great, and insightful, video.

If you’re going to give advice about Mercedes, you ought to at least know a W211 from a W210.

So funny! I currently have a 1999 ML320 that I bought in 2002. I still have this adorable car...i have LOVED her for all these years...but we are starting to have some issues. She still is at 289,000 (we bought her at 47,000).

If you are able to do light or even moderate maintenance, these cars are dreams and affordable to maintain. The Chinese market LOVE Mercedes’ which means there are TONS of cheap parts after market. I have a 15 year old SL and I’ve only had to buy one branded part from the wholesale MERC parts distributor. Drives like $100K car it is, for 1/10th the price several years old.

Any thoughts on the new CLA200? Reliability wise long term.

Would it be best to shop around for used cars straight from the Benz dealership? Or any dealership to get it affordable??? Im looking to upgrade in july in nyc

Good vid Mark. I worry about the 4 cylinder twin turbos. So much engine stress and unreliability.

thank you for your video! I watched it right before I bought MB 4cyl SUV

Id like to know what you thing about the SLK 350 specifically 2012 and up . Love to hear your opinion

Mark, I like your sense of humor. Us MB/BMW enthusiasts are gluttons for punishments. Better off playing Vegas slots, lol. Here in sunny LA as you know, the used car market is awash with used MB's. Think of used MB's in the under $8k range as disposable toy's.

I’m just glad the A class hasn’t popped up on one of these lists yet lol. Holding onto to that one for a couple years.

WOW very interesting super kool ,1st class great info.,, AAAAAAAAAAA++++++++++++ again great video I liked it a lot ,keep up the great work.

This guy doesn't know what he's talking about. He says to stay away from the w210 model because it's a maintenance nightmare. In fact, the w210 model is one of the most reliable models ever built. I have one myself (1998), the first year the new V6 aluminum engine was used for this model. It has over 200K miles and still drives like a dream. I see a lot of them on the road, so that is proof this model is a winner.

Are you going to do some content on Porsche ownership experience, resale values and some reliable models to buy? Im thinking more of the sports cars.

That’s W211, not W210.

If you get a Merc built in America your quality control is bad☑️. Getting one build in Germany 🇩🇪 equals quality ☑️💯

One would think with the way we have evolved, a 20 year old Honda is more reliable than a new age mercedes. Are we really advancing...

3:00 dude you're hilarious i remember you now the car is OBVIOUSLY vandalized !!!hahahahahaha

Thank you for all your analysis it has really helped me make the right decision on my car purchase.

Here in Europe.... They are not cheap.... Never! Prices dont go down like in the North America!

My kingdom for a low milage 240 d barn find!

I think you made a mistake by lumping in the CLK 55 amg model with CLK's in general. I bought mine Clk 55 last year and it has been flawless so far except for normal maintence. It is a great car that delivers everything a person would want except if you want to transport a lot of things and people. It is so much fun to drive.

Cha Ching $$$ I'M out I stick with my new Avalon XSE.

I’m definitely getting the c300. I love that car so much

i had 155K on my 2007 CLK. No rust. No problems. Great car. C-Class platform with an E-Class interior.

If buying from a dealer make sure you get a warranty with these

I have owned 3 used Mercedes now and as I'm now retired, my present C class is likely to be a keeper as I've had a few things done to it over 3 years, it's been very well maintained in my ownership and doesn't get a lot of use as I have a bus pass now. I would recommend anyone buying a used Mercedes to seek out a independent specialist who is knowledgeable about the cars, with access to the Mercedes database and with a good reputation. They will be busy as owners, who tend to care for their cars, will come from far and wide. A good specialist can save you a lot of money as well as giving good advice, don't neglect regular servicing and replacing filters etc when advised and you should be able to run a premium car for little more than a run of the mill hatchback, providing that it's been cared for properly in the past, although it's always best to have a couple of thousand in hand when buying a used car as inevitably some work will be needed and used car warranties are almost a definition of minimalism.

The E Class at 2.33...salesperson to customer: "Notice how we let the air out of the bottoms of the tires to give it that low, racy look."

Mercedes after you say ALL THE TIME ARE MOBEY PITS then you say have value? How can a money pit have value?

Good morning Mark, as you know I'm a big fan of the " SL & CL " flavors, I've been shopping in the southern states, as always great point's and advise, thank you Brother, Hi to your family and stay safe my friend 💝🌹😎😇🔥🇨🇦

I only see the big Stars, how about the A & B class in the states? :)

what do you think of the w204 post 2012?

Great info, can you recommend a brand/model in the luxury class that has good reliability and value for the money?

The SL 2009 model was a classic. But so many problems with the 600 v12 it was in the shop every other 3 months

I have to commute 100m (200 RT) on interstate roads in the Midwest. Want a CPO S550/560 vs E class vs 740/50. Need the x drive or 4matic. Your thoughts on reliability?

Could you do a video on high performance luxury suv .. that can be used as a daily driver and can actually take on flooded roads , big speed bumbs and enexpected huge potholes.. i live in mexico lol Id like to know what is the best happy medium . Im not talking about climbing mountains or going off road. Just everyday use in a place with horrible roads without sacrficing luxury and performance .

Ssssooooo basically the whole Mercedes lineup LLMMFFAAOO.... I still miss my C coupe it was such a gorgeous vehicle but after the CPO warranty expired I had to let it go 😒😒

What do you think about the Porsche Cayenne gts 2016 ?

Great video Mark! I need your advise, in terms of reliability would you'd rather buy a 2013 BMW X5 or a Mercedes 2013 ML350 (both diesels) and everything else being equal (price, equipment, kilometers, general condition, etc). Thanks

You are killing me , I was planning one M class 🙂

Think the problem is people dont set aside funds for things that wear away or break after 70,000 wish MORE used owners would pay the £250/$300 gearbox oil transfer, alot plastics now inside all cars! Loved my ml320 just famous injector seals & famous door lock springs 🤦🏼‍♂️! CLA is nice looking classy

E350 was the best tank to own. You can easily put 300,000 miles on them.

My 07 S class looks new because it's broken down in the garage with 96000 miles on it. Needs that camshaft idler gear, both control arms, speed sensors on the transmission valve body, an alternator, and a rear oil seal.

What about the SL Black Series

What do you think about the 2014 thru 2017 Benz gl 450s? Some maintenance is okay, but not like fixing something every two months. Are they reliable, or not worth the buy?

I own a '2012 S550 4 Matic now at 99k miles had it now for 5 years paid $22k for it and only had to replace the front right air strut at $300.00 and a cam sensor @$100,00 with labor...love the car don't understand why people should avoid this car....

@ExoticCar Play Place: I’m interested in your opinion and have subscribed to your channel, I’m considering purchasing a 2013 W221 S-class 4Matic. In all your videos you have given this S-class model(s) a very bad review to own. I would like to purchase this model for restoration, it’s the last year [t]hey produced them, and I just love that generation. Also at my age it’s the last car I will own. Do you have any suggestions that will make this financially appreciative (i.e. purchasing from a private owner v. dealership, recommendation of some certified mechanics & detailing shops in the Washington DC area, and any other valuable objective opinions before I make this “investment”)?