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Airmatic is not problematic unless the components haven’t been preemptively replaced.
you’re looking for a car with a decent documented maintenance history - one that is documented by Mercedes Benz in a vehicle Master Inquiry (VMI), - —not just a carfax record of oil changes.
also look for water in the spare wheel trunk and under the front passenger seat in the battery compartment. Leave a car like that alone.
Get a pre-purchase inspection done at an MB dealer or a reputable independent MB shop. It will give you an idea about what may need to be looked at sooner or later, but not necessarily replaced immediately. If you have a code reader for MB, plug it in and scan for codes, obviously with the permission of the owner. Don't use a generic code reader, it will not give you the full picture. If they refuse, that might be a sign to walk away.
2010 C63 AMG, 2015 Jaguar F type R, 2015 GL450, 2018 GLS 550, 2021 GLS 450
Originally Posted by expl0rer
Get a pre-purchase inspection done at an MB dealer or a reputable independent MB shop. It will give you an idea about what may need to be looked at sooner or later, but not necessarily replaced immediately. If you have a code reader for MB, plug it in and scan for codes, obviously with the permission of the owner. Don't use a generic code reader, it will not give you the full picture. If they refuse, that might be a sign to walk away.
i have a scan tool that can pull live stats and stored codes + reset modules on my ‘10 C63
Do you think that is deep enough or should I find someone with Xentry?
i have a scan tool that can pull live stats and stored codes + reset modules on my ‘10 C63
Do you think that is deep enough or should I find someone with Xentry?
I don't think you need Xentry. If your scanner can pull up stored codes on your C63, it should be capable of pulling codes for the GL as well. You should be looking for anything stored or current in the GL. Ideally you could interrogate the GL with Xentry, but I don't think that's necessary.
i have a scan tool that can pull live stats and stored codes + reset modules on my ‘10 C63
Do you think that is deep enough or should I find someone with Xentry?
that should be enough for you to decide whether or not the car warrants further attention in the form of a PPI.
if you can get das/sentry and a lift and you know how to use them you’re pretty much doing your own PPI.
just keep in mind that a low or dying battery will throw a bunch of random stored codes that are related by under voltage or signal implausible labels.
it doesn’t mean the car is trash, unless the electrical faults / power interruptions were caused by water intrusions.
2010 C63 AMG, 2015 Jaguar F type R, 2015 GL450, 2018 GLS 550, 2021 GLS 450
Originally Posted by Max Blast
that should be enough for you to decide whether or not the car warrants further attention in the form of a PPI.
if you can get das/sentry and a lift and you know how to use them you’re pretty much doing your own PPI.
just keep in mind that a low or dying battery will throw a bunch of random stored codes that are related by under voltage or signal implausible labels.
it doesn’t mean the car is trash, unless the electrical faults / power interruptions were caused by water intrusions.
Went after a rainstorm, the well/pocket where the SAM sits had a lot of water in it and there was a slight Oil leak, dealership (Volvo) wouldn’t move on price so I walked.
Went after a rainstorm, the well/pocket where the SAM sits had a lot of water in it and there was a slight Oil leak, dealership (Volvo) wouldn’t move on price so I walked.
Went after a rainstorm, the well/pocket where the SAM sits had a lot of water in it and there was a slight Oil leak, dealership (Volvo) wouldn’t move on price so I walked.
That's my fav thing to do when a dealer or seller doesn't move on price.
and now has 85K. Great vehicle, previously owned by a Doctor who had all services performed at MB. Last year for this model, all the bugs worked out by then. In my opinion, the engine is better. No forced air induction (no turbo's) to deal with and good power. These vehicles get a bad rap, that I never understood. The power train is basically a G Wagon, can't do much better than that! Get one that has been serviced at the dealer. I will be doing some preventative maintenance, transmission fluid and filter, plugs and 4 wheel drive differential service. Good luck on your search!
That’s funny I just hit 85000 miles to. I agree I think these trucks are amazing especially the power those engines give off. Preventative maintenance is a key factor and keeping the vehicle in good working condition good luck with yours
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