W222 2015 Mercedes s550 Review: ua-cam.com/video/z2_ucTl8QeQ/v-deo.html So the few issues most of which will be addressed is the cup holder, headlight, washer fluid, and I personally noticed a slight vibration through the seat. Otherwise, all is good and it was great to drive. But leave your thoughts on the S class below. Please follow on insta & twittee @exhaustsports or you may become a Patreon member. Thank you again for stopping by.
If your in the market for a W221, look for an 08 or newer and you can find good parts on FCP EURO. They have lifetime warranty. Check them out. God Bless!
In the 7 speed there is a delay because in comfort mode if you hit the gas hard it drops down because it starts from second gear. Put it in sport and it starts from first gear.
This car is 13 years old and still far better looking than 90% of sedans made today. Also my black 2007 E550 has 139k miles with no problems in the 9k miles I’ve owned it.
Is engine good? Some cylnders have problems with compresion beacuse of fase of closing valves system, even cranckshaft can be broken or sabotaged maybe could be on oil pump quilt. Its just v8 they say. Thank you. On yt are some videos about engine demontation of this model or fabric code. Thank you.
My fav looking S class till date. It was so distinct from the C and E model that seeing that car on the road back in the day made you turn your head. I loved the rear of the car and just the overall slik but yet huge design, it really was a presence on the road, and tbh I still love seeing them on the road. I wish Mercedes kept distinguishing the S class from their other sedans like they did with this car, it would’ve made the S class a lot more special today.
Had a 2007 S550 Sport and absolutely adored it. Had mine modded with a secondary cat delete , X-Pipe, and eventually a tune from OETuning. It was most definitely a sleeper. 0-60 in under 5 seconds and would light the rear tires up easily. Pretty much everything in the car was wonderful for its time and I really miss it. Was totaled on my way home from class one day and was totaled. Theres a few videos on my channel of the acceleration (0-100MPH with exhaust mods but no tune) and the exhaust sound. Another side note: the handling is really good in the AMG package. It got totally different calibration on the Airmatic suspension, much wider tires, larger Drilled brakes, and an AMG exhaust (yes, on the 550 models.)
Wow what a beautiful ride so sorry what happened Im just glad you're ok. Great to know about that AMG package something to look for because Im sure many would have brushed it off as an appearance package. Thanks again for sharing with us!
Exhaust Sports Auto they’re an incredibly safe vehicle and it did a lot of advanced things following the crash. My seats adjusted instantly, my windows rolled down, and the car automatically called emergency services despite not having a phone connected. Sent them my location and I talked with the dispatcher for a sec. Was super impressed my 2007 car did that. It was coolest teenager car ever and I loved driving it through Highschool. Super safe, fit everyone in it, everything was nice and it was mechanically really reliable. We spent about $8k in 2.5 years just maintaining it. Nothing really broke except the amplifier (which I replaced myself and got a new unit from Harman/Becker for $1100 direct) and the air suspension pump. I replaced both diy and that was only $1500 of the total. Everything else was maintenance, suspension parts (control arms, wheel bearing, tires, transmission mounts), and modifications. Converted all the bulbs to new leds besides the existing xenons, which I replaced with newer bulbs. It was a “money pit” but I still miss it every day and would recommend one to anyone that knows what they’re getting into. Now I have my Cayenne S which is a great car, and surprisingly handles way better, but it doesn’t have the regal and imposing feel that car did. The cayenne gets more attention from the wrong crowd, the S got attention from people who knew what it was.
Back in 07 when that car came out I was just amazed at how beautiful and how different it was from the W220. I remember watching the movie MICHAEL CLAYTON back then and this car had a big role in it, it was so cool to me lol. Especially the ending of the movie where they blew the actual car up!
My dad has the same car, same mileage, same year, same exterior color, but different interior... and I’m getting my license within the next 3 months, and he is giving it to me. I don’t like it tho. I’m tryna b convinced to like it. Btw, right before my dad bought it at around 85k miles, it was a 1 owner car, so it is in amazing shape. I hate the headlights tho, and I wanna change them to b more modern and wrap the car in a better black
Fun fact, in Saudi Arabia when we want to refer to Mercedes cars, we use symbols like you “w140, w126, w222, etc. ...”, but we also use specific nicknames for each generation, for example: - w140 = phantom or “the ghost”, w220 = Viagra "because it came Blue :) ", w221 = panorama" because it first came with a panoramic sunroof ", w222 - my favorite name - = yacht" I think for the steering wheel design and also the luxury "
I’m currently on my 3rd used S class. There really is no car like it. Lexus LS is probably more reliable but IMO it’s not on the same level. Vibration through the wheel is most likely the motor mounts that wear out around 40k or the ignition coils. The coils may not throw a CEL but they’ll make the car run rough. Also, when the transmission is selected in the S mode the suspension tightens up and throttle becomes more responsive along with some other things.
Thanks for your comment Paul... Thinking of buying a 2007 S350 used, around 180k km at worst. What's your take...I dread getting break downs. What problems to expect and is this car fond of the garage?
@@phiwemnguni5958 I bought a 2009 s550, one month ago. So far my problems is I need suspension work (drivers side) and the radio doesn’t work. It comes on sometimes and cuts off🤷♂️ But this was my dream car and I finally own it.👏🏽
I have the 2010 4matic version of this car. Ironically I leased it initially thinking I would only keep it for 42 months and here we are a decade and 125K miles later and it's still my daily driver. It does cost a couple grand a year in maintenance (eg motor mounts, wheel speed sensor etc etc). The car does have amazing performance. I did not expect this hulking car to accelerate so effortlessly. Still has no creaks or rattles and ride comfort is as good as ever (I did have to replace front airmatic struts recently -- a $3000 K proposition). Nice review.
@@bradley7530 Sadly, no. I sold it 20 months ago about 8 months after my post. Car was beginning to have a lot of mechanical issues. Breaking point was when I needed to replace the transfer case bearings which would have involved replacing the entire transmission. Honestly a Mercedes is not like a Japanese car that you can run for several hundred thousand miles. I should gave sold the car at 100k miles.
Hi Kevin,the vibration you are referring to could the pulsation dampner may need replacing. The pulsation dampner is an additional pulley off the motor which conrols the airmatic / power steering. Keep up the good work. I enjoy your objective commentary
It costs about 2-3k a year to maintain. Think of the S-Class as a little airplane on the road. I mean might as well right, with such a spacious cabin, you feel like a pilot in his cabin.
I have a 10 E550 Coupe with almost 95k miles its an absolute beast and pleasure to drive. Only issue is that the wood trim came apart in a few place which I ended up ripped it off and putting a wood look wrap. Tend to be an issue with the coupes. Engine is flawless can definitely get you gone in a blink of an eye, I can take the car on a road trip and not even second guess it because I know I won't have any issues. Love the car
@@MeynMotorGroup honestly i need a v8 need that power all the time I love it. Leaving in New York and hitting pot holes i do get bubbles in the tires often which can suck but that's my daily driver and I absolutely love it. German cars for life , mercedes fan boy
My dad used to own a 267k mile 2014 s550 he bought brand new, only problem he had was his air suspension would go out sometimes. Also was amg package and was loaded. I loved it
This does seem to go out from time to time. I think of the suspension as a consumeable part. Can be made to last longer with some silicon to protect rubber but they really just let go from time to time.
John Bates yea you’re right, but also I think it was due to my dad driving in NYC for most of the cars life. He had it go bad about every 6 months. Also the amg rims were very soft and he had to replace them every year due to them being soft and bending on potholes.
Yes I believe the rims are a problem we do have that same problem here in New Zealand. We normally order Mercedes with tractor tires :) the air suspension is only as good as the rubber that’s on them
I love your reviews bro! You cover things that I care about without over information and in a chill relaxed way, not worried about what people think. You’re the greatest reviewer!
I owned a 2006 S600 and 2007 S550, not a big fan of S class, they are comfortable but lacks of driving pleasure. Engines are bulletproofed but the ABC suspension repair and sensors problems can be super expensive. I spent $10K to repair the ABC systems on my S600. The early S550 also has transmission conductor plate (speed sensor) problem that can cost $5K to replace. The conductor plate is a Mercedes security part, only certain shops can order and install. I also brought one 2006 BMW 750Li and two 760Li, pretty much the same as S class in terms of ride quality. The valve seals are expansive to repair, around $9000 to replace the seals. I also have two 2005 Audi A8L 4.2, it is very sporty and ride quality is better than S class. But a lot common VW engine issues such as timing belt, valve cover gaskets, ABS issues.
I have a black on black 07 S550 AMG Sport package. 98k miles on it now. I have an aftermarket warranty from Gold Standard good until 195k that covers all major systems and only has $100 deductible. I drive mine worry free. I do my own brakes and oil changes and batteries, etc.
@@MeynMotorGroup haven't had any trouble with the car and like to keep it that way. I changed the pads and rotors myself but everything else I've done has been modifications.
@Meyn Motor Group: Your analysis of a W221 S550 rwd with 100000 miles on it is a very good reporting and video presentation. However some of your comments based on a one-time or minimal comparison maybe disingenuous…Comparing it to the Bentley, Lexus and even the “newer” Mercedes with your testing(s) aren’t decisive definitions…! But it’s critical but not reliable…
Yea I've heard many stories recently, the W222 is holding up very well heard a few stories of over 200k miles super impressive I would love to own a CPO one
Kevin I've been following you for a while. We have the same taste in affordable, reliable, luxury cars lol. First discovered you when I was doing research before buying my 2008 Lexus ES350. Can't wait for your channel to blow up with subscribers, keep up the great work!
Massive congrats on the ES my friend and it's ok, I don't need to have a lot of subscribers. I'm just grateful to have the love and support of viewers like you, thank you
I number of lexus fans claim that the LS430 is the best car that lexus ever made. I would have gotten one except that my lexus guy found me a one owner 2014 LS460L in 2018 with 31k miles. I now have 53k miles on it and love it .
You know what? You do a really good job. Your opinion is more sophisticated than some people are probably giving you credit for. FWIW I've been looking into these and have watched other videos and stuff. Your commentary seems bang on and very consistent. I also mirror your thoughts on throwing big body cars around. Until you have done it, you don't know what you're missing. Your comment on the M273 vs M278 is also interesting. It was good to hear you preferred the more organic and possibly engaging response of the N/A M273 over the later (and faster) bi-turbo. That's good news because those cars are way more expensive and for reliability, I'd trust a sorted M273 over an early M278 any day.
The extended warranty on my 2010 e350 coupe is working out great so far....a garage full of tools!! Kidding aside, if you can turn a wrench, learn about the chassis & keep an eye on things rather than just getting in every day & doing nothing you'll find out these are just cars. With the exception of systems like airmatic, sbc, abc suspension, etc....I've done tons of work on my Benz & spent a little less doing it myself than what my 2010 TSX needed. On my Benz, I've done wear & tear items at 80k mi. The failed vsa modulator in my TSX could've killed me at 57k mi when the brakes would intermittently fail. $2,200 PART. Not repair. PART. ANY car can be a money pit, just like any car can be reliable. To an extent of course.
@@MGT600 Only had the chance to ride the W221 once, and it was in a country with WAY better roads than our own. Oddly, I found the ride to be just comparable if not slightly less comfy than my W140s.... Or maybe it was because it felt more on the sporty side than comfort... odd. Perhaps it was a bad example
@@KyleLiongCars maybe the airmatic is stuck on sport mode that made the ride feels harsh which is some of the w221 had this problems. Honestly the w140 ride is superbly comfy if its been taken care by the previous owner..most of the time the springs for w140 will suffers from sagged rear end or front which the spring are broken..😅
I bought an 07' about 11 years ago. Had a lot a kinks, but seem to finally work them out. After so many failures with the air suspension, I finally converted the air suspension with a conversion kit - why didn't I do that years ago?????? The car makes no sense financially, but it's a beautiful beast
I have this car but 4Matic and saddle interior. Bought it used 10 years ago, 118k miles on the clock so far. Have owned a couple dozen cars, this is my favorite. Motor and transmission mounts on your test car need to be replaced to get rid of vibration.
Great review, I have loved the W221 and W222 generations for many years, and still do so, you hit the nail on the head, saying it's a timeless look, I like that look so much, it never gets old, so I have to watch this video a few more times, if you could ever review a Bentley Brooklands, that would also be awesome.
I'm looking at one of these now for 13k with 19,000 miles. I owned several w140 models but they are getting few and far between so I'm looking at the next gen. Just doing research but it seems like this is a solid platform too.
@ExhaustSportsAuto: Kevin I love your analysis…However, it’s confusing concerning the W221 2013 vs. 2007…Your comparison is more of a driving of-the-car. In 2010 Mercedes improved the W221 with features that’s superior to the 2007 - 2009. Even though your earlier comparison implies the 2007 is far better than the 2013 model…Please clarify…Keep up the good work…
So I’m about to make a video taling about reliability and it’s almost done. In that vid I talked about how no 2 used cars will ever feel the same. I remember driving a 2016 Lexus GS and I hated it, felt so sluggish. Then I drove 10 others and they all felt amazing. This 07 S550 was perfectly maintained and taken care of and it shows in how it drives, the 2013 was completely neglected and felt way worse to drive than this 07 even though both are the same car. This is why I prefer to lease and dump new since you don’t have to worry about a car’s past life as we have no idea how these cars were used/treated.
Exhaust Sports Auto Yupp bro like those ones the best never really like these ones they look kind of funny and don’t match with the car really to me lol
Thank you for all the vids.The W221 is a very good car look for a 08 to a 2010 with AMG body kit ! MERCEDES BENZ the best or nothing!! I have a W221 and a R129.
I like when you say you're whipping it like a pimp. Everybody's buying these cars from 2007-2013 nowadays and modding them putting wheels, bumpers, side skirts and so forth like a pimp 😁😁😁
Haha yea he probably would have but died in the can of cancer. Mob just died off as a whole, hard to survive anyway in the digital world. Thanks again my friend glad to see you liked those references
I presently own a 2007 and a 2012 CLS I love them both but the 2007 is by far a more stunning design. I is very sad that now when you go to purchase a new Benz your asked if your interested in the small medium or large Benz Sadly Mercedes is now using a design which in my opinion looks more Asian or Korean then German and all they do is truncate it or stretch it making all of the models design anything but memorable
@@mercedesbenzs600bash Everything lol. Only have 98000 miles. It needs speed sensors for the transmission valve body, the timing is off do to the timing idler gear teeth worn, the ball joints are worn out and bad alternator.
@@silk7519 Yeah man there great when there running right,but those repair bills are soooooo costly it's ridiculous,but it's a German car and they'll ALWAYS have major issues....
Did t like these when they came out but now appreciate the styling. The new benzes look melted and droopy in comparison. Interior has a nice elegance to it vs the overdone steampunk look in the newer cars.
Haha yea actually you're right when it first came out I was perplexed but then I grew to absolutely love it. I like the new Benz but I just find the W221 to be timeless.
Hi; I have this exact car in white; just turned 100,000. Truly is a "pimpin'" car. I baby this one...had an S500 however, that I really really loved; better size for me.
Hey Kevin I just watched your review of the 2017 Lexus Rx350 and I wanted to see if there was a better year to buy or a better trim package that you would recommend? A better bang for your buck? Thanks for making your videos!
Hi thanks so much for watching, if you can get a 2020 RX350 it is noticeably superior in just about every way to the 2017 RX. But if you must buy used, there is nothing wrong with getting a CPO 2017 RX as I find it to be a superior choice to the Infiniti and Acura MDX
Once again a great video with a lesson hidden inside I really enjoyed it. I would argue that a used Mercedes would be a better bargain than a used Lexus if it was maintained well and with a warranty. I wasn't sure if you'd post today because of what happened with Chadwick, but it helps kind of bring my mind off it a little so thanks
I gave mine up, per the recommendation of everyone, just as the warranty expired. On the way to the trade dealer, the cruise control failed. 4500 repair. The service team had a log of what they spent under warranty. 45,000$! I knew my repair reps personal life well. The amount of time I spent dealing with repairs was ridiculous. It did drive well. I’m sure it has been junked by now. Something like the suspension, computer, etc will have failed, and the part cost alone will be greater than the value of the car. Because of the miserable reliability and the staggering parts cost, they depreciate rapidly to 0$ soon after the warranty, even if you happen to get one without issues. A pathetic excuse for a car.
While I do prefer the facelifted variant of these W221 S Class models they're still awesome cars. A well maintained example still drives as good as a new car and they're great road trip cars. What worries me is the newest W223 model which will have the Tesla style screen... I wonder how well that aspect of the vehicle will age since part of the charm of an S Class is how well they age.
Yea I don't think the new one will age well, I don't like the interior of the new W223 nor do I like the small taillights in the rear. If I could in a few year, I would rather pick up a CPO 2019 or 2020 S560
i just paid the price of my w220 on fixing rust and some other body issues, and now i have to fix the air suspension. , but do i care ? do i f.... i love my merc and i would only replace it with another merc, hopefuly one like the car in this video.
Hmm maybe the 750 since they tend to age a bit better and is much faster than the rest of the class. Just make sure you get a warranty or buy it CPO from a dealer
Weird spec. Appears to be completely base except for cooled front seats. P01 (premium package) would have included the backup camera, wood wheel, cooled front dynamic multi contour seats, and the rear shades. So this car appears to just have the standalone cooled seats optioned, skipping all the other P01 accoutrements in the process
This is an early model. In 07 P01 only included cooled seats and sat radio. This car has P02 which is parktronic (parking sensors), keyless go, cooled seats, and sat radio. The wooden wheel was a separate option along with a rear view camera. P03 added the multi contour and rear shades. But P03 is pretty rare on a 2007-2008 550
Tyler Beeson well, couple corrections there. This is a P1A package early model which consisted of just the cooled seats and Sirius radio, and yes this has the up level P02 that is correct. P03 also included night vision and the rear view camera - that was not standalone. Dynamic massage multi contour seats were part of P03 as well. Constantly find cars equipped with P03 options here in Canada though 😁 the US had a lot less standard and a lot more to choose in terms of option packages. Because our Premium Package consists of Drive Dynamic cooled front seats, heated rear seats, keyless go, wood wheel, electronic trunk and rear sunshades ... then we have technology package which consists of night vision and distronic... etc. So obviously I got a wee bit confused with Canada’s premium because we do get alot more in one package.
Nice Vehicle, but the reliability not good the air suspension is horrid, so like you said have a warranty, me personally I would buy a Lexus LS 460 enjoy the reliability and luxury, Hyundai Equus.
The air suspension (airmatic) is fine... the hydraulic Suspension (abc) can be a pain in the Ass but still not as unreliable as it was in the previous gen
@@JP-js8jr If you know a Mercedes specialist outside the the dealership this car can be a wonderful experience of ownership, out of Warranty takings it to a dealership that's the nightmare.
The owner at my work has a mini fleet of these and the next gen ones for him and his son's. I have to admit everytime I park near them the mighty S class makes my 09 ls look like a car for peasants 😂
Haha 😄 yea S class is pretty bad ass but I will say LS isn't far behind it has a timeless grace to it. But S class does have that dictatorship aura about that just sets it apart I do agree. Dave my master tech said those W221 s classes are genuinely pretty reliable cars when they're properly maintained.
I’m buying a 08 s550 do you think it’s worth it to buy an extended warranty? I feel like I’m going to get a warranty & every problem I have with the car won’t even be covered…….but I might just be paranoid😂😁 lmk what you think
W222 2015 Mercedes s550 Review: ua-cam.com/video/z2_ucTl8QeQ/v-deo.html
So the few issues most of which will be addressed is the cup holder, headlight, washer fluid, and I personally noticed a slight vibration through the seat. Otherwise, all is good and it was great to drive. But leave your thoughts on the S class below. Please follow on insta & twittee @exhaustsports or you may become a Patreon member. Thank you again for stopping by.
If your in the market for a W221, look for an 08 or newer and you can find good parts on FCP EURO. They have lifetime warranty. Check them out. God Bless!
In the 7 speed there is a delay because in comfort mode if you hit the gas hard it drops down because it starts from second gear. Put it in sport and it starts from first gear.
Can you do a review of the 2013 ml63
the vibration could be the motor mounts, seems to be a thing with the big engine benz
This car is 13 years old and still far better looking than 90% of sedans made today. Also my black 2007 E550 has 139k miles with no problems in the 9k miles I’ve owned it.
Mercedes think so as well they literally never change anything on the body lol.
He stated that with the preface that it already had 130k miles on it@pokerNGold
Is engine good? Some cylnders have problems with compresion beacuse of fase of closing valves system, even cranckshaft can be broken or sabotaged maybe could be on oil pump quilt. Its just v8 they say. Thank you. On yt are some videos about engine demontation of this model or fabric code. Thank you.
My fav looking S class till date. It was so distinct from the C and E model that seeing that car on the road back in the day made you turn your head. I loved the rear of the car and just the overall slik but yet huge design, it really was a presence on the road, and tbh I still love seeing them on the road. I wish Mercedes kept distinguishing the S class from their other sedans like they did with this car, it would’ve made the S class a lot more special today.
New one looks like nothing special.
I really like you’re presenting style, you come across very authentic. Just subbed, keep up the great work!
Thank you so much my friend humbled to have your support!
Had a 2007 S550 Sport and absolutely adored it. Had mine modded with a secondary cat delete , X-Pipe, and eventually a tune from OETuning. It was most definitely a sleeper. 0-60 in under 5 seconds and would light the rear tires up easily. Pretty much everything in the car was wonderful for its time and I really miss it. Was totaled on my way home from class one day and was totaled. Theres a few videos on my channel of the acceleration (0-100MPH with exhaust mods but no tune) and the exhaust sound. Another side note: the handling is really good in the AMG package. It got totally different calibration on the Airmatic suspension, much wider tires, larger Drilled brakes, and an AMG exhaust (yes, on the 550 models.)
Wow what a beautiful ride so sorry what happened Im just glad you're ok. Great to know about that AMG package something to look for because Im sure many would have brushed it off as an appearance package. Thanks again for sharing with us!
Exhaust Sports Auto they’re an incredibly safe vehicle and it did a lot of advanced things following the crash. My seats adjusted instantly, my windows rolled down, and the car automatically called emergency services despite not having a phone connected. Sent them my location and I talked with the dispatcher for a sec. Was super impressed my 2007 car did that. It was coolest teenager car ever and I loved driving it through Highschool. Super safe, fit everyone in it, everything was nice and it was mechanically really reliable. We spent about $8k in 2.5 years just maintaining it. Nothing really broke except the amplifier (which I replaced myself and got a new unit from Harman/Becker for $1100 direct) and the air suspension pump. I replaced both diy and that was only $1500 of the total. Everything else was maintenance, suspension parts (control arms, wheel bearing, tires, transmission mounts), and modifications. Converted all the bulbs to new leds besides the existing xenons, which I replaced with newer bulbs. It was a “money pit” but I still miss it every day and would recommend one to anyone that knows what they’re getting into. Now I have my Cayenne S which is a great car, and surprisingly handles way better, but it doesn’t have the regal and imposing feel that car did. The cayenne gets more attention from the wrong crowd, the S got attention from people who knew what it was.
hey bud old post i know but i have the same car now how wide can i go in tires all the way around
i wont wider than the stock 255/45/18
i make $20.00 an hr do u think i can afford one now?
@@outsideboy23 got mine for 6,500 j gotta find the deals
Back in 07 when that car came out I was just amazed at how beautiful and how different it was from the W220. I remember watching the movie MICHAEL CLAYTON back then and this car had a big role in it, it was so cool to me lol. Especially the ending of the movie where they blew the actual car up!
Hahaha yea I know right I felt the same epic design and actually pretty timeless. Thanks again for stopping by!
They blew it up!? Blasphemy!! LOL
My dad has the same car, same mileage, same year, same exterior color, but different interior... and I’m getting my license within the next 3 months, and he is giving it to me. I don’t like it tho. I’m tryna b convinced to like it. Btw, right before my dad bought it at around 85k miles, it was a 1 owner car, so it is in amazing shape. I hate the headlights tho, and I wanna change them to b more modern and wrap the car in a better black
if they would have waited a few minutes it would have probably blown on its on!
I have a 2008 550 4 matic
It’s awesome no issues 141000 miles
Fun fact,
in Saudi Arabia when we want to refer to Mercedes cars, we use symbols like you “w140, w126, w222, etc. ...”, but we also use specific nicknames for each generation, for example: -
w140 = phantom or “the ghost”,
w220 = Viagra "because it came Blue :)
", w221 = panorama" because it first came with a panoramic sunroof ",
w222 - my favorite name - = yacht" I think for the steering wheel design and also the luxury "
That is fascinating to know about thank you for sharing that fun fact with us! I like the term Yacht as well
I absolutely loved driving my boss and his wife around in their 2007 S600! That 12 cylinder was amazing!!!!
Haha! It is you that is enjoying the car not them ...lol
I’m currently on my 3rd used S class. There really is no car like it. Lexus LS is probably more reliable but IMO it’s not on the same level. Vibration through the wheel is most likely the motor mounts that wear out around 40k or the ignition coils. The coils may not throw a CEL but they’ll make the car run rough. Also, when the transmission is selected in the S mode the suspension tightens up and throttle becomes more responsive along with some other things.
I see the s mode on mine. How do I change it?
Thanks for your comment Paul... Thinking of buying a 2007 S350 used, around 180k km at worst. What's your take...I dread getting break downs. What problems to expect and is this car fond of the garage?
@@phiwemnguni5958 I bought a 2009 s550, one month ago. So far my problems is I need suspension work (drivers side) and the radio doesn’t work. It comes on sometimes and cuts off🤷♂️ But this was my dream car and I finally own it.👏🏽
Motor mounts wear our after 40k miles? Damn
This gen S Class is actually fairly reliable (by S class standards) and the LS460 of this time period isn’t as reliable as the LS before it
I have the 2010 4matic version of this car. Ironically I leased it initially thinking I would only keep it for 42 months and here we are a decade and 125K miles later and it's still my daily driver. It does cost a couple grand a year in maintenance (eg motor mounts, wheel speed sensor etc etc). The car does have amazing performance. I did not expect this hulking car to accelerate so effortlessly. Still has no creaks or rattles and ride comfort is as good as ever (I did have to replace front airmatic struts recently -- a $3000 K proposition). Nice review.
Do you still have it?
@@bradley7530 Sadly, no. I sold it 20 months ago about 8 months after my post. Car was beginning to have a lot of mechanical issues. Breaking point was when I needed to replace the transfer case bearings which would have involved replacing the entire transmission. Honestly a Mercedes is not like a Japanese car that you can run for several hundred thousand miles. I should gave sold the car at 100k miles.
@@Jnglfvr thanks for the reply, I was wondering how it was holding up so you definitely answered my question.
He said Whipping it like a Pimp 😂💯💯💯💪
Glad you liked that 😆
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Hi Kevin,the vibration you are referring to could the pulsation dampner may need replacing.
The pulsation dampner is an additional pulley off the motor which conrols the airmatic / power steering.
Keep up the good work. I enjoy your objective commentary
Thanks for the input and advice Dilip Parag. Cheers!
It costs about 2-3k a year to maintain. Think of the S-Class as a little airplane on the road. I mean might as well right, with such a spacious cabin, you feel like a pilot in his cabin.
Lol perfect way to describe it
Indeed 👍😎🚀
Great video. Love my 2008 S550, 78K miles, planning to have it for a while.
Still have it? I found a 07 s550 76k miles for 10k. Im on the fence
@@shadowninja911xI’m looking at a 08 130k my friend dad says 7k …!!!! Should I ???
Nice review. The W221 has aged well. It doesn’t look out dated at all Unless it is parked next to the W222. Next vehicle will be the AMG variant.
I have the 2008 4 matic I’m amazed every time in drive it I love the wind shield wiper functions
I have a 10 E550 Coupe with almost 95k miles its an absolute beast and pleasure to drive. Only issue is that the wood trim came apart in a few place which I ended up ripped it off and putting a wood look wrap. Tend to be an issue with the coupes. Engine is flawless can definitely get you gone in a blink of an eye, I can take the car on a road trip and not even second guess it because I know I won't have any issues. Love the car
Nice really appreciate you sharing your ownership experience and man that is a nice ride especially since you have the V8!
@@MeynMotorGroup honestly i need a v8 need that power all the time I love it. Leaving in New York and hitting pot holes i do get bubbles in the tires often which can suck but that's my daily driver and I absolutely love it. German cars for life , mercedes fan boy
W221 is a future classic - really aged the best out of all the S classes in the new millennium
My dad used to own a 267k mile 2014 s550 he bought brand new, only problem he had was his air suspension would go out sometimes. Also was amg package and was loaded. I loved it
This does seem to go out from time to time. I think of the suspension as a consumeable part. Can be made to last longer with some silicon to protect rubber but they really just let go from time to time.
John Bates yea you’re right, but also I think it was due to my dad driving in NYC for most of the cars life. He had it go bad about every 6 months. Also the amg rims were very soft and he had to replace them every year due to them being soft and bending on potholes.
Yes I believe the rims are a problem we do have that same problem here in New Zealand. We normally order Mercedes with tractor tires :) the air suspension is only as good as the rubber that’s on them
are these worth to buy at 180kmiles?
I love your reviews bro! You cover things that I care about without over information and in a chill relaxed way, not worried about what people think. You’re the greatest reviewer!
I'm truly humbled my friend thank you for your kind words. God Bless!
I owned a 2006 S600 and 2007 S550, not a big fan of S class, they are comfortable but lacks of driving pleasure. Engines are bulletproofed but the ABC suspension repair and sensors problems can be super expensive. I spent $10K to repair the ABC systems on my S600. The early S550 also has transmission conductor plate (speed sensor) problem that can cost $5K to replace. The conductor plate is a Mercedes security part, only certain shops can order and install.
I also brought one 2006 BMW 750Li and two 760Li, pretty much the same as S class in terms of ride quality. The valve seals are expansive to repair, around $9000 to replace the seals.
I also have two 2005 Audi A8L 4.2, it is very sporty and ride quality is better than S class. But a lot common VW engine issues such as timing belt, valve cover gaskets, ABS issues.
Basically you are a rich man. ☝🏾
I have a black on black 07 S550 AMG Sport package. 98k miles on it now. I have an aftermarket warranty from Gold Standard good until 195k that covers all major systems and only has $100 deductible. I drive mine worry free. I do my own brakes and oil changes and batteries, etc.
How is Gold Standard, have you had to use them for any repairs yet and if so have they been good to deal with?
@@MeynMotorGroup haven't had any trouble with the car and like to keep it that way. I changed the pads and rotors myself but everything else I've done has been modifications.
@Meyn Motor Group: Your analysis of a W221 S550 rwd with 100000 miles on it is a very good reporting and video presentation. However some of your comments based on a one-time or minimal comparison maybe disingenuous…Comparing it to the Bentley, Lexus and even the “newer” Mercedes with your testing(s) aren’t decisive definitions…! But it’s critical but not reliable…
I remember Clarkson introducing this model S Class when it came out. It was Top Gear's most bossy intro for a car ever. Great cars.
I have a customer I work on his w222 for simple maintenance, and the damn thing has 216k on it
Yea I've heard many stories recently, the W222 is holding up very well heard a few stories of over 200k miles super impressive I would love to own a CPO one
@@MeynMotorGroup. My friend used to have 1997 S 320, he make 640k miles with regular maintenance and no issues.
I found one with 73,000 miles and with all service records. $11,000
I just paid $12,00 for one with 77,000 miles
I found a 09 83,000 12,000
@@pluggconnectent.901 wow that’s a good deal howd you find such a good deal?
@@theurbanartist775 what year?
What year?
Kevin I've been following you for a while. We have the same taste in affordable, reliable, luxury cars lol. First discovered you when I was doing research before buying my 2008 Lexus ES350. Can't wait for your channel to blow up with subscribers, keep up the great work!
Massive congrats on the ES my friend and it's ok, I don't need to have a lot of subscribers. I'm just grateful to have the love and support of viewers like you, thank you
Great review! I’m surprised it doesn’t have a backup camera, my 2004 Lexus LS430 has a backup camera.
Yea that was shocking I mean I'm sure it was an option for this car but I feel it should have been standard. Thanks again my friend!
I number of lexus fans claim that the LS430 is the best car that lexus ever made. I would have gotten one except that my lexus guy found me a one owner 2014 LS460L in 2018 with 31k miles. I now have 53k miles on it and love it .
G Vogt My LS has 178k miles and it still runs like brand new
My 06 S550L has one aswell.
@helicopter weewee not ready to sell. Carvana gave me a buy price of $30,523. But I would hate to sign over the title before the check cashes.
Elegance at it's finest🥃🥂👌
You know what? You do a really good job. Your opinion is more sophisticated than some people are probably giving you credit for. FWIW I've been looking into these and have watched other videos and stuff. Your commentary seems bang on and very consistent. I also mirror your thoughts on throwing big body cars around. Until you have done it, you don't know what you're missing. Your comment on the M273 vs M278 is also interesting. It was good to hear you preferred the more organic and possibly engaging response of the N/A M273 over the later (and faster) bi-turbo. That's good news because those cars are way more expensive and for reliability, I'd trust a sorted M273 over an early M278 any day.
Thanks!
Swap the headlights for projectors on all the 2000s benz’s and they look modern
elaborate pls.
The extended warranty on my 2010 e350 coupe is working out great so far....a garage full of tools!! Kidding aside, if you can turn a wrench, learn about the chassis & keep an eye on things rather than just getting in every day & doing nothing you'll find out these are just cars. With the exception of systems like airmatic, sbc, abc suspension, etc....I've done tons of work on my Benz & spent a little less doing it myself than what my 2010 TSX needed. On my Benz, I've done wear & tear items at 80k mi. The failed vsa modulator in my TSX could've killed me at 57k mi when the brakes would intermittently fail. $2,200 PART. Not repair. PART. ANY car can be a money pit, just like any car can be reliable. To an extent of course.
What extended warranty company do you have?
another solid review , keep them comin !
Appreciate it my friend like always!
The W221 is the 2nd most beautiful S-Class Mercedes has ever made next to the W140 (IMO)
Yea I love the older S classes they are great and elegant for sure
I really like my v140 but the w221 with it's bulging fenders looks awesome & the ride comfort are much nicer cuz of the airmatic suspension..👍
@@MGT600 Only had the chance to ride the W221 once, and it was in a country with WAY better roads than our own. Oddly, I found the ride to be just comparable if not slightly less comfy than my W140s.... Or maybe it was because it felt more on the sporty side than comfort... odd. Perhaps it was a bad example
@@KyleLiongCars maybe the w221you in have bigger wheels? Or it is just a bad example of w221😅.
Your w140 must be the v8 or v12?
@@KyleLiongCars maybe the airmatic is stuck on sport mode that made the ride feels harsh which is some of the w221 had this problems. Honestly the w140 ride is superbly comfy if its been taken care by the previous owner..most of the time the springs for w140 will suffers from sagged rear end or front which the spring are broken..😅
I bought an 07' about 11 years ago. Had a lot a kinks, but seem to finally work them out. After so many failures with the air suspension, I finally converted the air suspension with a conversion kit - why didn't I do that years ago?????? The car makes no sense financially, but it's a beautiful beast
Still have it?
I have as a S550 Amy sport had 720000 mile when I purchased it great car much better then my 2007 S550 p3 lots of stuff in it love that s car
You mean 72,000 miles not 720,000, right?
Those drive VERRRRY heavy BUT INCREDIBLY smooth
I have this car but 4Matic and saddle interior. Bought it used 10 years ago, 118k miles on the clock so far. Have owned a couple dozen cars, this is my favorite. Motor and transmission mounts on your test car need to be replaced to get rid of vibration.
A lot of people talk trash ,but this a good car it's big and long as a old 60's american luxury car
This car is awesome!
Great review, I have loved the W221 and W222 generations for many years, and still do so, you hit the nail on the head, saying it's a timeless look, I like that look so much, it never gets old, so I have to watch this video a few more times, if you could ever review a Bentley Brooklands, that would also be awesome.
I appreciate that my friend! And haha I would love to Brooklands is my most favorite Bentley but Idk who's going to let me video one
I'm looking at one of these now for 13k with 19,000 miles.
I owned several w140 models but they are getting few and far between so I'm looking at the next gen. Just doing research but it seems like this is a solid platform too.
@ExhaustSportsAuto: Kevin I love your analysis…However, it’s confusing concerning the W221 2013 vs. 2007…Your comparison is more of a driving of-the-car. In 2010 Mercedes improved the W221 with features that’s superior to the 2007 - 2009. Even though your earlier comparison implies the 2007 is far better than the 2013 model…Please clarify…Keep up the good work…
So I’m about to make a video taling about reliability and it’s almost done. In that vid I talked about how no 2 used cars will ever feel the same. I remember driving a 2016 Lexus GS and I hated it, felt so sluggish. Then I drove 10 others and they all felt amazing. This 07 S550 was perfectly maintained and taken care of and it shows in how it drives, the 2013 was completely neglected and felt way worse to drive than this 07 even though both are the same car. This is why I prefer to lease and dump new since you don’t have to worry about a car’s past life as we have no idea how these cars were used/treated.
Love the car bro just like the face lift of the headlights better then those ones
Oh do you mean the 2014 and up yea those are supreme for sure
Exhaust Sports Auto Yupp bro like those ones the best never really like these ones they look kind of funny and don’t match with the car really to me lol
A really pretty S class. Very sharp and distinct lines.
Thank you for all the vids.The W221 is a very good car look for a 08 to a 2010 with AMG body kit ! MERCEDES BENZ the best or nothing!! I have a W221 and a R129.
Nice! Yea I really like the W221 great looking and driving car.
I have a w221 and want a r129.
If you drive an s65 of the same year you’ll be amazed, totally different ride, makes the 550 feel like an e class
I like when you say you're whipping it like a pimp. Everybody's buying these cars from 2007-2013 nowadays and modding them putting wheels, bumpers, side skirts and so forth like a pimp 😁😁😁
Lol 😆
Another great review. Still looks good in 2020. Johnny Sack would have upgraded to this in series 7.........
Haha yea he probably would have but died in the can of cancer. Mob just died off as a whole, hard to survive anyway in the digital world. Thanks again my friend glad to see you liked those references
Exhaust Sports Auto 😂
@@MeynMotorGroup Lol schoolboy error I forgot he died🤣
Exhaust Sports Auto he is just dead in the movie you mean not irl?
Yea in the Sopranos show, I'm pretty sure he's still alive in person but not sure.
I love features like that boss dial pad to call your people. Adds to the theater
Yea it's a nice little touch I like it haha
I presently own a 2007 and a 2012 CLS I love them both but the 2007 is by far a more stunning design. I is very sad that now when you go to purchase a new Benz your asked if your interested in the small medium or large Benz Sadly Mercedes is now using a design which in my opinion looks more Asian or Korean then German and all they do is truncate it or stretch it making all of the models design anything but memorable
which was more reliable
"I'm really just whipping this thing like a pimp".....me hitting the like buttn😂
Ahaha 😂 appreciate that my friend glad you enjoyed that
I should have got a warranty for my 07 S550. Anyway good job on the review. I didn't see that GX 470 at the other dealership, must be sold already.
What problems did you have with your 07 S550????
@@mercedesbenzs600bash Everything lol. Only have 98000 miles. It needs speed sensors for the transmission valve body, the timing is off do to the timing idler gear teeth worn, the ball joints are worn out and bad alternator.
@@silk7519 Yeah man there great when there running right,but those repair bills are soooooo costly it's ridiculous,but it's a German car and they'll ALWAYS have major issues....
Where can you get a warranty on a 2007 Mercedes
Did t like these when they came out but now appreciate the styling. The new benzes look melted and droopy in comparison. Interior has a nice elegance to it vs the overdone steampunk look in the newer cars.
Haha yea actually you're right when it first came out I was perplexed but then I grew to absolutely love it. I like the new Benz but I just find the W221 to be timeless.
You should do a review on a 2010-2013 Mercedes e550 or e350
Will try to!
Exhaust Sports Auto it’s gotta be a ‘12 or newer 550
Nick Harbachewski the only thing different with the 12 and up is the engine and hp but that’s in really
Lil Baby Official 4PF No it’s the 447 pounds feet of torque. That’s 50 more than the 5.5. Makes a big difference
Do any companies come to mind when it comes to warranty’s when purchasing these used luxury vehicles?
George Clooney had a movie called "Michael Clayton" this is exactly like the car he was driving on that movie.
Hi; I have this exact car in white; just turned 100,000. Truly is a "pimpin'" car. I baby this one...had an S500 however, that I really really loved; better size for me.
Haha for sure my friend!
Is it reliable
Putting an ecu computer right on a hot engine body, does their engineer drink and design?
It looks better than the new ones.
Whats good family great content found you off of Tall Guy Car Reviews so decided to connect to ya. Show some love back and stay connected!!!
Sensational thrust
The W140, This and the W222 are the most elegant ones so far compared to the W223!
great review, I love it when people drive this car like a "pimp mobile" :D
What warranty would you recommend
Hey Kevin I just watched your review of the 2017 Lexus Rx350 and I wanted to see if there was a better year to buy or a better trim package that you would recommend? A better bang for your buck? Thanks for making your videos!
Hi thanks so much for watching, if you can get a 2020 RX350 it is noticeably superior in just about every way to the 2017 RX. But if you must buy used, there is nothing wrong with getting a CPO 2017 RX as I find it to be a superior choice to the Infiniti and Acura MDX
Once again a great video with a lesson hidden inside I really enjoyed it. I would argue that a used Mercedes would be a better bargain than a used Lexus if it was maintained well and with a warranty. I wasn't sure if you'd post today because of what happened with Chadwick, but it helps kind of bring my mind off it a little so thanks
Oh I did see my friend post about it on insta rip
@@MeynMotorGroup It still feels unreal can't believe it happened
Yea many were devastated by that one for sure
Now I LOVE the S CLASS but keeping it REAL,there's no argument,LEXUS is definitely the better buy,why,because you never need an extended warranty....
this is better than 2022 and more luxurious more reliable
Great review bud!
Thank you my friend!
I gave mine up, per the recommendation of everyone, just as the warranty expired. On the way to the trade dealer, the cruise control failed. 4500 repair. The service team had a log of what they spent under warranty. 45,000$! I knew my repair reps personal life well. The amount of time I spent dealing with repairs was ridiculous. It did drive well. I’m sure it has been junked by now. Something like the suspension, computer, etc will have failed, and the part cost alone will be greater than the value of the car. Because of the miserable reliability and the staggering parts cost, they depreciate rapidly to 0$ soon after the warranty, even if you happen to get one without issues.
A pathetic excuse for a car.
That's why LEXUS is hands down the better over deal,you don't need an extended warranty,because nothing major is gonna fail,JUST FACTS....
The fact that you believe a cruise control fix was gonna cost them 4500 tells me all I need to know about this “review”.
@@sickboy3636 exactly
@@sickboy3636 this cat is beautiful but super unreliable not even worth it
While I do prefer the facelifted variant of these W221 S Class models they're still awesome cars. A well maintained example still drives as good as a new car and they're great road trip cars. What worries me is the newest W223 model which will have the Tesla style screen... I wonder how well that aspect of the vehicle will age since part of the charm of an S Class is how well they age.
Yea I don't think the new one will age well, I don't like the interior of the new W223 nor do I like the small taillights in the rear. If I could in a few year, I would rather pick up a CPO 2019 or 2020 S560
You can enable the backup cam
The vibration in the seats are motor mounts they always go bad on these cars.
That's what the owner told me when I mentioned it to him
Absolutely true. They’re also quite awful to replace, the transmission mount is easy as pie to replace though and often goes bad with the others.
what is the problem I see showing up on these cars with the oil going up into the wiring harness? I have seen so many videos on that issues.
i just paid the price of my w220 on fixing rust and some other body issues, and now i have to fix the air suspension. , but do i care ? do i f....
i love my merc and i would only replace it with another merc, hopefuly one like the car in this video.
Don't fucking do I had to fix Air suspension transmission windows won't go down radiator not worth it
Where can I buy one at immediately
Vegas
Sensational...
I have one. Im driving a glc for a bit. I like glc more
Any good extended warranties you’d recommend for the S550?
You can try calling Hendrick AutoGuard
would you suggest a 2011 -10 S550. or a BMW 2014 750 Li x drive? what one do you think is better?
Hmm maybe the 750 since they tend to age a bit better and is much faster than the rest of the class. Just make sure you get a warranty or buy it CPO from a dealer
This definitely better than w220 4sure
Yo bro just stopped by to give a thumbs up will check your video out in a few as usual have a great weekend bro 👊🏾👍🏾👍🏾
Appreciate you like always my friend thank you!
Exhaust Sports Auto No prob bro
That orange Hummer though.
Haha already did a review on it my friend
Ambient lighting ?
Great job
Thank you my friend!
Where can I buy one at? But I have challenged credit
Thats a low bar for a cars reliability, get a warranty.
Can anyone tell me how to get the head light wiper to work please thank you In advance
I just put you to 1k likes. Yes
Haha that’s awesome my friend thank you for your support as well!
Weird spec. Appears to be completely base except for cooled front seats. P01 (premium package) would have included the backup camera, wood wheel, cooled front dynamic multi contour seats, and the rear shades. So this car appears to just have the standalone cooled seats optioned, skipping all the other P01 accoutrements in the process
yup like a limo spec
This is an early model. In 07 P01 only included cooled seats and sat radio. This car has P02 which is parktronic (parking sensors), keyless go, cooled seats, and sat radio. The wooden wheel was a separate option along with a rear view camera. P03 added the multi contour and rear shades. But P03 is pretty rare on a 2007-2008 550
Tyler Beeson well, couple corrections there. This is a P1A package early model which consisted of just the cooled seats and Sirius radio, and yes this has the up level P02 that is correct. P03 also included night vision and the rear view camera - that was not standalone. Dynamic massage multi contour seats were part of P03 as well. Constantly find cars equipped with P03 options here in Canada though 😁 the US had a lot less standard and a lot more to choose in terms of option packages. Because our Premium Package consists of Drive Dynamic cooled front seats, heated rear seats, keyless go, wood wheel, electronic trunk and rear sunshades ... then we have technology package which consists of night vision and distronic... etc. So obviously I got a wee bit confused with Canada’s premium because we do get alot more in one package.
IC yeah that sounds better tho. You guys also get the cool SWB S450.
Nice Vehicle, but the reliability not good the air suspension is horrid, so like you said have a warranty, me personally I would buy a Lexus LS 460 enjoy the reliability and luxury, Hyundai Equus.
The air suspension (airmatic) is fine... the hydraulic Suspension (abc) can be a pain in the Ass but still not as unreliable as it was in the previous gen
@@JP-js8jr If you know a Mercedes specialist outside the the dealership this car can be a wonderful experience of ownership, out of Warranty takings it to a dealership that's the nightmare.
Oil change for a 2007 S550 Mercedes
The rear tires are not 255/45.. they are 275/45..
Did I say 255? My mistake
The owner at my work has a mini fleet of these and the next gen ones for him and his son's. I have to admit everytime I park near them the mighty S class makes my 09 ls look like a car for peasants 😂
Haha 😄 yea S class is pretty bad ass but I will say LS isn't far behind it has a timeless grace to it.
But S class does have that dictatorship aura about that just sets it apart I do agree. Dave my master tech said those W221 s classes are genuinely pretty reliable cars when they're properly maintained.
Is this car reliable?
More than a Camry 😂😂😂
you should test the w211 AMGs
I will see if I can get access!
I’m buying a 08 s550 do you think it’s worth it to buy an extended warranty? I feel like I’m going to get a warranty & every problem I have with the car won’t even be covered…….but I might just be paranoid😂😁 lmk what you think
Did you end up getting iy
@@slightwork3201no I ended up getting a newer 3 series. Someone had bought the mercedes
Are you reviewing the Mercedes S or the Lexas LS? Lol
So you don’t want to know about context or competitors when buying something for thousands of dollars?
@@MeynMotorGroup tell em bro
This model is a definite transition from the w126 & w140 the previous model was hideous. I'm just concerned about the reliability.