Looking for input S450
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2018 S450 4Matic, 2020 GLE450 4Matic, 2010 S550 4Matic(sold), 2012 ML350 4Matic(sold)
Looking for input S450
Hi all,
I'm about to purchase a CPO 2018 S450 4Matic to replace my 2010 S550 4Matic unless someone has horror stories to tell me about this vehicle.
I have searched the forums and online info and have not found anything to scare me away yet.
What am I missing? Are there things I should look for when I inspect the car?
Thanks in advance.
I'm about to purchase a CPO 2018 S450 4Matic to replace my 2010 S550 4Matic unless someone has horror stories to tell me about this vehicle.
I have searched the forums and online info and have not found anything to scare me away yet.
What am I missing? Are there things I should look for when I inspect the car?
Thanks in advance.
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MY 18 S450V RWD Diamond White
My 2018 S450 RWD has been rock solid. Everything works as it should. The V6 moves the car quicker and faster than I am comfortable with. Make sure it has been maintained per MB specs and has 19” rims.
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2020 S450 4Matic, 2022 GLS450 4Matic, 2015 C300
I have a 2019 S450 and its been great, when searching for a new car I drove both 450s and 560s.
My anecdotal observations:
My anecdotal observations:
- The 560 has more oomph (it's a bigger V8 engine, so of course)
- The base leather in the 450 is a lower spec than that in the 560, but it's still super comfy!
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S550
Hi all,
I'm about to purchase a CPO 2018 S450 4Matic to replace my 2010 S550 4Matic unless someone has horror stories to tell me about this vehicle.
I have searched the forums and online info and have not found anything to scare me away yet.
What am I missing? Are there things I should look for when I inspect the car?
Thanks in advance.
I'm about to purchase a CPO 2018 S450 4Matic to replace my 2010 S550 4Matic unless someone has horror stories to tell me about this vehicle.
I have searched the forums and online info and have not found anything to scare me away yet.
What am I missing? Are there things I should look for when I inspect the car?
Thanks in advance.
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My '18 S560 has been and is a great car. Plan right now on keeping it for a loooooooooooooooooong time.
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From what I understand that V6 has a stellar record. My neighbor is a master tech for MB and said he only wanted the 450 in his GLS. Personally, for me, I will always buy the V8 until it’s no longer produced. I love the pick up and the gas mileage isn’t bad. I feel like cars at this price you may as well go for it all.
you’ll be happy with the V6. My wife and daughter have MBs, both with a V6. I have driven a V8 since high school, so call me sentimental.
you’ll be happy with the V6. My wife and daughter have MBs, both with a V6. I have driven a V8 since high school, so call me sentimental.
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Happy with 2019 S450
I've been a happy owner of a 2019 S450 for the last 2 years. The car has been solid through and through. My only complain has been the weak plastic rear seatbelt loops. They break too easily. Find yourself an experienced indie MB mechanic and keep up with oil change every 5K miles.
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sorry off the topic... I am getting my 2017 S500 this week which I am sure has M278 , Is there any video or instruction for pigtail extensions?
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I am getting my new 2017 S500 this week, I believe it has 20" Wheels (AMG 20" SPOKED WHEELS WITH MIXED TIRES) ... should I be worry it is not 19" ?
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I have 20" AMG wheels on my 2019 S450. I changed the RF tires to Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 after 5 side bubbles on the FRs. The ride quality is much better.
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Buy the car then buy some 19" wheels and tires, you'll be glad you did.
Back to OP's original topic.
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2022 AMG GT 53, 2020 Sl450. Did drive 2018 S450
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Jose has some great videos on preemptive maintenance on his 2017 S550. I believe he has 2 videos showing how to add the pigtail extensions
Video Titles:
"Mercedes major issue you can fix yourself - Prevent Mercedes Benz Issues Pt 1"
"How to prevent serious damage to your ECU, Mercedes oil leak"
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https://www.youtube.com/@josecitomarin/videos
Jose has some great videos on preemptive maintenance on his 2017 S550. I believe he has 2 videos showing how to add the pigtail extensions
Video Titles:
"Mercedes major issue you can fix yourself - Prevent Mercedes Benz Issues Pt 1"
"How to prevent serious damage to your ECU, Mercedes oil leak"
Jose has some great videos on preemptive maintenance on his 2017 S550. I believe he has 2 videos showing how to add the pigtail extensions
Video Titles:
"Mercedes major issue you can fix yourself - Prevent Mercedes Benz Issues Pt 1"
"How to prevent serious damage to your ECU, Mercedes oil leak"
So how many wire we will pigtail extend ? 4 ...I'm about to order from ebay so need to know if any othe wire extension I should order?
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So I watched the videos and looked up the part number (A2711500156).
According to what I find, this part will work for the V8, but says it does not fit the V6.
Can anyone else give some info from experience?
Thanks
According to what I find, this part will work for the V8, but says it does not fit the V6.
Can anyone else give some info from experience?
Thanks
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also I want to know if theses 8 or 6 cables all we need to extend or there are other cables go to ECU and we need to extend them too?
