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Old Oct 27, 2008 | 10:00 PM
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How reliable is a 2002 S500, Common Problems?

I am thinking about purchasing a 2002 S500 w/ 40K miles. It is in excellent condition. I have never had an MB before. I have had/have many BMWs. (740s and 750s 2001/2000) How is the reliability of the S500 and what are the common problems. I service my own cars. How are they to work on? Thanks.
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Old Oct 27, 2008 | 11:11 PM
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Some things are quite easy to work on, and others, not so much (primarily those involving calibration using the Star system).

I would suggest you look into a 2003 or newer model.
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Old Oct 27, 2008 | 11:54 PM
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Responded to this at your other post - see http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...-look-out.html and http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w220...questions.html
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Old Oct 28, 2008 | 12:15 AM
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Some S500's will never have a problem , Some Will.
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Old Oct 29, 2008 | 08:05 PM
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Some S500's will never have a problem , Some Will.
Yes, I'd say airmatics are your biggest consistent worry with 2002 S500's. Just factor in the cst of the repair when you buy it.
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