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In the market for a 2002-2003 S430...anything I should avoid?

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Old Aug 4, 2005 | 01:36 PM
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In the market for a 2002-2003 S430...anything I should avoid?

I plan on getting a S430 for my dad as a special gift. He's always wanted one and I now have the means to make that happen. I'm thinking of a 2002-2003 S430 with the AMG Sport package. What kind of prices should I be looking at? Also, are there any things I should look out for in those model years? Thanks
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Old Aug 4, 2005 | 06:51 PM
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Old Aug 4, 2005 | 07:51 PM
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An S430.....Buy the S5-Hundo !
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Old Aug 19, 2005 | 08:42 PM
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Of utmost concern will be mileage and year because you will NEED an extended warranty...believe me!

On our '01 S430 with only 44k miles, we purchased an extended warranty that covers bumper to bumper for the next 4 yrs/up to 85k miles for only $4400. I believe it is through ford motor e-z plan. I suppose one can purchase an extended warranty for any make vehicle through ford. Just make sure the vehicle is still in factory warranty and you need 30 days to get the paper work consumated. By the way, we purchased the extended wrnty at the merz dealer last month.
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Old Aug 20, 2005 | 11:24 AM
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Buy an 03 or higher, clear front lamps updated DVD Nav. clear mirror lights. And you will have a year more warrenty with service.
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Old Aug 20, 2005 | 09:57 PM
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I agree with srknutson.. Also, the front bumper is a bit different, too.. As a matter of fact, I think all the bottom side-skirts are slightly updated.. And if I'm not mistaken, there were some interior updates with the 2003 as well.. All minor, but they make a difference... Mainly, those clear front lamps make a big difference to me...
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Old Aug 20, 2005 | 10:33 PM
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does the 2003's come with DVD-nav already?

I thought they start with DVD-nav on 2004?

thats what I read on mbusa.com, their CPO model library section.
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