Mercedes-Benz S-Class (1999 - 2005) S280 4d Auto (99) (2000/W) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Journeys are never too long

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Rich

Would you buy this car again and why?

Maybe

What are you likely to buy next?

A car with quality alloy wheels

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£17,000

When did you buy the car?

November 2005

Did you get a good deal and why?

Bought the car to establish if i liked Mercedes having been a BMW owner for 15 years

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

Thought i was buying quality

What was the dealer like?

My only experience of a dealership was to seek advice on a complaint

What's it like to drive?

A dream

What's it like to park?

Nightmare

Have you had any problems with the car?

The car meets most of my requirements but the build quality of the alloy wheels is not what i would expect from a 'quality' car.

What's most practical about your car?

Most things

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Rear view mirror