Mercedes-Benz S-Class S280 4d Auto (5) (1994/M) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Lots of car for your money.
Costs
Spares and servicing extortionate - wiper blades £40 each.
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On the road
Driving
Lovely car on motorways, but struggles in country lanes because of size.
Performance
Performs well for 2.8 in such a large car.
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Living with it
Reliability
Totally unreliable - it has spent most of its time in the (expensive) repair shop. Don't believe the German reliability crap - it does not exist.
Image
Politically incorrect - too much car.
Comfort
Wonderful comfort - when it's running.
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Security and Service
Security
Central locking and alarm ceased to function ages ago - £700 to fix.
Service
Mercedes did not even bother to reply to my letter of complaint.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Head gasket £600, air con £600, viscous fan assembly (fell off) £150.
Other
Window lift £100, heater motor £500, air con £700, plus loads more.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No