Tito TW

Hello Guys, I recently purchased a 2009 S550 with 47K Miles. Is there any particular areas of concerns for the 2009 model? Things that I should tackle before is too late?

Mike5215

It's due for a transmission service if it hasn't had one already. Other than that, it's a complicated car with a lot of unique (and expensive) systems, and any number of them may come back to bite you. Some owners experiences are relatively trouble free, others have multiple four-figure horror stories. Did you get an aftermarket warranty?

Tito TW

Hi Mike, thanks, I have a schedule to service the transmission; I have 12 quotes for aftermarket warranties and to be honest I'm having a hard time with all of them, from $3,500 to $8,500 plus all the horror stories that I have read about almost all of them, so right now she sits "As Is"

Mike5215

I've heard USAA sells a decent warranty. Shouldn't be too bad given the cars mileage. Around $4-5k seems to be average for a top level policy.

Tito TW

Took the car today to my new mechanic, a friend of mine and former Master Tech for Mercedes Benz, we plugged the computer and reviewed the entire vehicle history, pretty cool to be able to see everything that had happen to the car, from low washer fluid to changing a light bulb. Nevertheless she passed with flying colors, so I'm happy!

Mike5215

Great news. Most of these cars were well maintained (no surprise given their price) but it's good to see it in print. Unfortunately past issues (or the lack thereof) have no bearing on the potential for future issues, so my experience has been not to be lulled into skipping the warranty.

Tito TW

Good Advice Thanks

jngizzi

I've had my '09 S550 for 2.5 years now. Bought it CPO from MB Manhattan with 20k on it...70k on it now. Also bought the extended warranty from the dealer. Other than some minor issues and trans mounts being replaced the car has been running fine. All my service is done by MB Manhattan.

My only regret is not purchasing the tire/rim insurance. I didnt realize how easy it is to bend a 19inch rim and blow a tire on potholes. I blew out 2 tires on the right hand side and bent both rims beyond repair on a pothole on route 78W just past Newark Airport.

Next time I buy the the tire insurance too!

Tito TW

jngizzi thanks

wilassasin

If you're going aftermarket warranty also get a quote from Paragon motor club.

Tito TW

^^^ Thanks