survey1

Hello everyone,

Looking to upgrade from a 2012 S550 to a 2015 S550 in Jan/Feb when my CPO extended is set to expire. I've driven multiple pre-facelift W222's and I like the car, just need to decide on options.

What things should I be looking for or to avoid (options or problem areas) on a 2015? I'll be buying a warranty of some type again as mine has paid out the cost of a new Camry or Accord in claims, thus 2014 is out due to age.

Also, considering Bentley GT or Flying Spur of same value range (which would be 08-10). They appear to actually be fairly reliable but lack the modern safety features of the S class (no BSM, no LDA, very rare to find radar cruise, ect...). The other big downside is no warranty due to age and higher insurance.

2012 merc amg

I wouldn't buy a Bentley with no warrantee, also not many dealers and very expensive Maintenance. I have a 2015 S550, great car. I'd suggest getting the Driver assistance package, the surround view camera, premium package 1. My car has no surround view and I sure wish it did, but I bought it used and it was a good deal so just bought it anyhow. I'd think at this point you could find a decent one about 50 grand.

Bigdzx7

I just got rid of my continental gt after having it for 2 weeks might be the worst car I've ever owned

stever500

The Bentley's steering that I drove was so heavy, and the car felt like a Zeppelin in weight. Stick with the S Class, it's easier to maintain and isn't so "loud".

BenzV12

You might fancy of owning a Bentley but they're just as ugly as wasps to me . S Class is much nicer car in exterior wise and I think interior wise too .

survey1

The only reason why I'm even entertaining the Bentley is that: 1.) according to the Bentley owners online they fixed a lot of the major failure point items for 08 on the GT and 09 on the Spur, 2.) I have the connections to get parts at wholesale 3.) in the area I live everyone else has an S class, 7 series or A8.....and 4.) I've always wanted an exotic and it actually works for me because I only drive about 4800 miles per year

Bigdzx7

if that's what you want buy it every car I've ever purchased people have told me not to 😂🤷*♂️

survey1

I don't want to walk into a money pit vs fairly predictable for the S550.

Bigdzx7

Bentley windshield cost 7400 to replace not sure about the benz 😂

survey1

Not worried about that, state requires $0 ded on front windows.

superpop

Speaking of insurance, I would call your agent and find out what insurance will be on both. I would never buy a Bentley but that is just me. In the Seattle area Bentleys are pretty common actually.

survey1

I did, and insurance would actually drop.....I was shocked.

superangrypenguin

Made error in post. Pls delete.