W220 dependability
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W220 dependability
I currently have a 2004 W220 S430 base with 722.9 transmission which is currently cause a headache and a half which is very unfortunate as I really love the W220 I was wondering if the older model W220 pre 03 is more reliable than the newer W220 04 and up models because I'll just buy a older one if it is and just do the face lift
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So does that mean if you got a 2016 Camaro and a 1969 Camaro both brand new 0 miles the 2016 Camaro will outlast the 1969 just because it has new technology?
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That's exactly what I'm saying, just cause it's new doesn't make it better. They made changes that could have altered the dependability of the W220 after the face lift and transmission change.
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In today's age new seems to be made cheaper and sold for more. And I means that goes for anything you buy today. I would say the 722.6 is more reliable than 722. Have you not fixed your starting issue yet? If I was you I would remove the sump and check the selector is fitted correctly
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In today's age new seems to be made cheaper and sold for more. And I means that goes for anything you buy today. I would say the 722.6 is more reliable than 722. Have you not fixed your starting issue yet? If I was you I would remove the sump and check the selector is fitted correctly
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The face-lifted cars are generally recognised as being better built than the earlier cars. I've had two of each, and I wouldn't have an early car again. However the 722.9 transmission is more problematic than the 722.6.
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Yes during my hours of work when I am not with my love is will argue about face lifted cars aka my other love so I'm actually arguing about love on Valentine's day
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