Opinion On The S550 4-Matic
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Opinion On The S550 4-Matic
Hi, my father is about to purchase an S550 4-matic CPO 2009 and I just wanted to get your opinion on what you believe is the best about having your car and if you are constantly at the dealership. or has most of your stuff been covered by warranty!
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We bought a new 2008 S550 4Matic in November 2007 after first driving a Lexus LS460, and are very happy with our decision. We have not had any problems and are very impressed with the quality and performance. We live in the Pacific Northwest and have to deal with rain and occasional snow...the Mercedes gives us confidence in these conditions. The Lexus LS460L was nice and alot cheaper, but at the time we bought, did not have AWD. I believe that you can't go wrong with Toyota products (I have had many in the past), but if cost is not much of an object and you want to enjoy the driving experience, the Mercedes is a better choice. I have noticed when I wash the S550 and my Porsche 997S, that water does not get into any of the door jambs, suggesting that they are sealed very well. I have not noticed that with any of the other cars I have owned in the past (save for other German built cars).
Good luck with your decision.
Good luck with your decision.
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We bought a new 2008 S550 4Matic in November 2007 after first driving a Lexus LS460, and are very happy with our decision. We have not had any problems and are very impressed with the quality and performance. We live in the Pacific Northwest and have to deal with rain and occasional snow...the Mercedes gives us confidence in these conditions. The Lexus LS460L was nice and alot cheaper, but at the time we bought, did not have AWD. I believe that you can't go wrong with Toyota products (I have had many in the past), but if cost is not much of an object and you want to enjoy the driving experience, the Mercedes is a better choice. I have noticed when I wash the S550 and my Porsche 997S, that water does not get into any of the door jambs, suggesting that they are sealed very well. I have not noticed that with any of the other cars I have owned in the past (save for other German built cars).
Good luck with your decision.
Good luck with your decision.
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I picked up a 2007 S 550 4matic in july. I love this car im in Jersey and we recently got alot of snow im in love even more now. The car is a tank in the snow. I highly suggest picking up the s 550 with 4matic. you can't go wrong!
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2011 E5504, 2008 MB S5504 (gone), 2010 BMW x6 50i, 2011 ML350 (wife) 2008 BMW 535xi (gone);
Great car. I bought a 2008 s5504 CPO a year ago. Its made very well and very quiet. The ride is ultra smooth, especially with the 18 inch wheels. Keep in mind it is a big vehicle, very long. You will notice this most when trying to park in tight spaces such as supermarket parking lots. On the highway it does not feel as big but its not a sports car. You feel the size if the road has curves. It is very good in the snow, better than my wife's ML.
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Great car. I bought a 2008 s5504 CPO a year ago. Its made very well and very quiet. The ride is ultra smooth, especially with the 18 inch wheels. Keep in mind it is a big vehicle, very long. You will notice this most when trying to park in tight spaces such as supermarket parking lots. On the highway it does not feel as big but its not a sports car. You feel the size if the road has curves. It is very good in the snow, better than my wife's ML.
Yes we do, we just got pounded by 18" of snow and I'm still cleaning, this s good to hear as many have said this. Thanks!
Thanks, and thanks all for your input!
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2011 E5504, 2008 MB S5504 (gone), 2010 BMW x6 50i, 2011 ML350 (wife) 2008 BMW 535xi (gone);
Yeah he's not a city driver so thats not a big problem, I would be the one using it in the city (if he lets me). yours being a CPO whats the deal with having to do the A and B service in order to have the warranty cover everything. or have you not had any problems.
Yes we do, we just got pounded by 18" of snow and I'm still cleaning, this s good to hear as many have said this. Thanks!
Thanks, and thanks all for your input!
Yes we do, we just got pounded by 18" of snow and I'm still cleaning, this s good to hear as many have said this. Thanks!
Thanks, and thanks all for your input!
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AWD. For nearly 25 years I have driven Benz. Audi 10 yrs. prior to that. Live in Wisconsin (um, occasional snow flurry...j). All MB's were pushers. Got 4Matic seven months ago. Always put four snows on the others. Stayed with Conti All-Seasons on this. Darn decent in the snow. Great grab, due to wt. and traction. Live urban, so cannot speak to mountains, plains etc. Happy with AWD.
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AWD. For nearly 25 years I have driven Benz. Audi 10 yrs. prior to that. Live in Wisconsin (um, occasional snow flurry...j). All MB's were pushers. Got 4Matic seven months ago. Always put four snows on the others. Stayed with Conti All-Seasons on this. Darn decent in the snow. Great grab, due to wt. and traction. Live urban, so cannot speak to mountains, plains etc. Happy with AWD.
I've had my '09 4matic now for about 4 months. Love it!! Yesterdays "blizzard" was a doozy here in southern NH.... had no problems running on the Contis....
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Ok the verdict is in he has decided and we test drove both the Lexus and MB cars and he has picked the MB S550 I can't wait to drive it. I attached a link for the car, tell me what you think!
http://http://www.herbchambers.com/o...S-Class/MN2382
http://http://www.herbchambers.com/o...S-Class/MN2382
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Hey guys today while testing this vehicle the sales person said that he wouldn't have to change the oil for 10,000 miles is this true or is the sales person tripping!
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Living where there is a lot of snow and ice, I never leave home without 4Matic in inclement conditions. Mine also has snow tires, so it is extra-competent. I highly recommend 4Matic, and the S-Class in general is superb. Mine is like a mobile relaxation chamber.
Mine is a 2010, so I've had no technical issues. I'm about 500 miles away from my first "A" Level Service.
Mine is a 2010, so I've had no technical issues. I'm about 500 miles away from my first "A" Level Service.
