Should you buy a USED Mercedes A45 AMG? - It's an absolute rocket ship! | ReDriven used car review

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  • @tylersands617
    @tylersands617 Рік тому +58

    I had the 2017 Cla45 for a year and absolutely loved it. Maintenance wasn’t cheap obviously and the shocks felt like they literally had no give. Other than that he’s right, the car wants you to drive quick and have fun all the time. Loved it.

    • @samartz
      @samartz Рік тому +3

      Any descent problems? Cheers, as in the market for a A45

    • @mss531
      @mss531 Рік тому +3

      Maintenance isnt that more expensive as a a200 just a bit more freq and more oil

  • @skyline3694
    @skyline3694 Рік тому +84

    This is the first video I've watched from this channel and I'm glad it appeared as recommended. I love that there's a channel out there reviewing used cars and providing buyers with handy information on used vehicles. Used cars make up such a large amount of the market and it's so important to be aware of issues, so keep up the good work guys!

    • @ReDriven
      @ReDriven  Рік тому +9

      Thanks so much mate!

  • @Wedgetail96
    @Wedgetail96 Рік тому +52

    These things really are amazingly quick, and they hang on at speed. This obviously make them an exceptional track day car right out of the box. HOWEVER the ride for day to day couldn’t be much worse if the shocks were actually welded in position. Adam was incredibly generous in his summing up of the ride. I have traveled in and driven a range of performance vehicles and this is hands down the absolute worst ride of any of them. It’s brutal on normal Australian country roads.
    If you buy one, enjoy the performance, but you may want to also pick up a kidney belt or two for your passengers.

    • @Matthew-nl9kd
      @Matthew-nl9kd Рік тому +2

      The 2016 added in adaptive dampers. Did you try a model without? other comments I've found online say this helped a lot.
      Thinking of buying one myself... currently have a brutally harsh ride in a Megane RS Cup, this can't be worse lol

    • @crocoman776
      @crocoman776 Рік тому +1

      You haven’t driven a I30N then. I have the A45 now after having a couple of different I30N’s for a total of 5 years and the ride in its softest setting was broken teeth invoking! Ha ha.

    • @Salpeteroxid
      @Salpeteroxid Рік тому

      They're slow and lack torque.

  • @Yourboipilot
    @Yourboipilot Рік тому +79

    As a focus RS owner I can confirm, people do NOT like pops and bangs 🤣
    But how else are they going to hear the song of my people ?

    • @theairstig9164
      @theairstig9164 Рік тому +3

      In the near future, on UA-cam. After the statutory limitations have expired

    • @gureno19
      @gureno19 Рік тому +17

      I had a stage 2+ RS3...lord how I enjoyed ruining every single person's day in the tunnel on my way to work.

    • @arthurdeth7646
      @arthurdeth7646 9 місяців тому

      Horses for courses, everybody is different.

    • @Pia-ho9dm
      @Pia-ho9dm 24 дні тому

      sounds like shit. You wish you had v8 grunt.

    • @australianpov
      @australianpov 5 днів тому

      My wife HATES it. . Snow mode for when she's in the cabin.

  • @mduduzimngomezulu8307
    @mduduzimngomezulu8307 Рік тому +24

    Had a 2014 A 45 for 5 yrs. By far the best car to hoon around. Had a turbo failure at 98000km and endless rim damage from the low profile & bad roads . All in all a firecracker 🧨 but would never but out of warranty and maintenance plan . Sold at 150 000km . Raptor occupies the garage space now .

  • @arthurdeth7646
    @arthurdeth7646 9 місяців тому +2

    I had a 45 17 plate for 4 years and changed it for a 45s. What a difference in power. Even in comfort mode the car just tells you "Lets go".

  • @carisacar
    @carisacar Рік тому +9

    I just love this ReDriven's car reviews - totally frank, no BS sugar coating, utterly relevant to the masses of used car buyers. I'm done with all other car review channels on UA-cam, this one will do. Thank you.

  • @crocoman776
    @crocoman776 Рік тому +8

    Lovely car. I have a late 2017 A45 with only 25k miles on the clock. Just a beautiful machine. Costly yes, but life is for living. Owned the original I30N from 2018 to 2021, then the DCT model which was pretty cool. But decided to try the A45 next and I couldn’t be happier. Yes, it’s expensive to run and even just normal maintenance items like brakes are costly, but for me, it’s well worth it. Lovely interior, as much power as you’d ever want, nice sound system, lightening quick gear changes, and it still has a good gurgle and rat a tat from the exhaust. The aero pack is a must in my opinion and gives the car that aggressive look. I think I kidded myself on that I was going to take the I30N on race tracks, and all that. In reality, I had too much FWD power and you just end up with awful axle tramp when it’s remotely greasy on the road (yes, even with Powerflex engine bushes) and power that isn’t particularly useable. The A45 just slams the power down onto all four corners effortlessly and gets me from A to B like a rocket ship. I agree though, many of the used examples perhaps haven’t been looked after as they should (because to do it right costs the owner money) but I suppose that could apply to many car brands.

    • @khronin
      @khronin 15 днів тому

      I traded a kona n for a 22 GLA 45 and I love it.I also bought the GLA outright and have 5k in the bank for maintenence.In the forum a mb tech said do oil chages 5k to 7k--differential at 10k and the filters and do not buy these if you live in a city or a lot of stop and go.

  • @ilhadi
    @ilhadi Рік тому +144

    "Have you ever noticed that you very rarely see these things been driven sedately?"
    As a 45 owner, I laughed.

    • @Dankboi420
      @Dankboi420 Рік тому +9

      never. All of the 45 AMG I've seen on the road are driving like maniac

    • @FlickCentrall
      @FlickCentrall Рік тому +5

      @@Dankboi420I don't think you got what he was trying to say

    • @Tripptrapp100
      @Tripptrapp100 Рік тому +7

      As a A45 owner, i drive it quite sedately on my daily drive. Its still so enjoyable and sounds great. Though I have to confess that its impossible to drive it sedately through tunnels 😇

    • @kyloren9968
      @kyloren9968 Рік тому

      @@Dankboi420 As an A45 Owner at the moment, i can confirm i drive like a maniac ! But this is not especially related to this car Hahaha, and i have ECU + TCU REMAP 412 hp

    • @kyloren9968
      @kyloren9968 Рік тому +1

      I will add that the gearbox is the worst i've ever had on my life haha, so slow, even remap it's not good, especially on the first gear, so slow and not responsive...

  • @thomjanson9644
    @thomjanson9644 Рік тому +24

    Owned one. Bloody great car, build quality and performance is outstanding But, maintenance wise, expect to be forking out wads of cash. You summed it up perfectly, they are brilliant and reliable when pouring loads of cash into them.

    • @nickmanhota324
      @nickmanhota324 Рік тому +4

      Build quality is a joke

    • @saltybulldog3241
      @saltybulldog3241 Рік тому +5

      @@nickmanhota324 Guess you don't own one.

    • @nickmanhota324
      @nickmanhota324 Рік тому

      @@saltybulldog3241 not anymore

    • @saltybulldog3241
      @saltybulldog3241 Рік тому

      @@nickmanhota324 how can you say build quality is a joke?

    • @nickmanhota324
      @nickmanhota324 Рік тому

      @saltybulldog3241 read my comment in the main thread, electric tailgate strut, alarm issues and 2 differential and exhaust flap have been replaced in warranty, uncles e43 has had 3 diffs, french parts are the issue

  • @babisbabas1547
    @babisbabas1547 Рік тому +5

    Great channel mate. Had one of the first delivered in Australia in 2013. Unbelievable. In white with black wheels and aero it had people hanging out of cars to take a picture. However in my short ownership period, the passenger door trim fell out, turbo was upgraded/repaired and water pump replaced. Less thank 5,000 kms on the clock. In the end got sick of the rear wind rattle (dealer said that’s how they are made, nothing they could do) and sold it. Miss it every day

  • @wilydimayuga519
    @wilydimayuga519 Рік тому +16

    I would go for brand new of either the i20 N or Type R, performance with less headaches.

    • @sounddiaryess
      @sounddiaryess Рік тому +6

      My fk8 had 9 recalls in 6months I owned it…

    • @caffeinefix2751
      @caffeinefix2751 Рік тому +2

      @@sounddiaryess mine had zero. only issue i had was the breaks squealing and it was just the stone guard needing to be bent back to correct shape

    • @trcs3079
      @trcs3079 Рік тому +4

      Or go for a new amg or M

  • @jace888au
    @jace888au Рік тому +5

    Loved the commentary of how others perceive you driving this and the demographics of a certain subset of A45 owners!

  • @M4rt_FX
    @M4rt_FX Рік тому +10

    Not for me. Not with all the BMW models out there now with the B58 in them (proving VERY reliable), some with a manual option too. RWD dynamics, superior torque, later model cars too for less or the same money as an older A45. M140, M240, 340i, etc.
    To me A45s always felt cheap too, inside, as with the CLAs.

    • @ApfelFlix
      @ApfelFlix 10 місяців тому

      Interestingly the 135i / 140i are a lot more expensive on the German used car market than the RS3 / S3 or A45. I’ve driven BMW all my life but I am now considering Audi and Mercedes as well.

  • @tonestar0183
    @tonestar0183 Рік тому +35

    Love every video you do :) Just a little heads up that an i20N in Australia now costs 40-45k new on the road. They have gone up in price considerably. I'm getting mine in the next month and am paying 43k. When they first came out about 2 years ago they were around 35-36k but prices have continued to rise since. Much of it related to supply and demand. Hyundai Australia have not been taking any new orders since about mid 2022.

    • @AwesomeGamer55100
      @AwesomeGamer55100 Рік тому +3

      That's i30n and gr yaris price. Why get a i20n

    • @shirtz69r
      @shirtz69r Рік тому

      I cancelled mine. Well done hanging in there. Hope it's worth 43!

    • @tonestar0183
      @tonestar0183 Рік тому +5

      @@AwesomeGamer55100 no a NEW i30N and GR Yaris will cost a lot more than 40-45k. Check out Carsales for prices.

    • @TasimanaOG
      @TasimanaOG Рік тому +1

      @@shirtz69r def is - by 2025 there will be no petrol turbo cars sold by Hyundai - watch the second hand price of them rocket up, good investment lool

    • @vxsr33
      @vxsr33 21 день тому

      ​@@TasimanaOGgood investment? You're joking right?

  • @hardusmichaelmuller7283
    @hardusmichaelmuller7283 Рік тому +17

    I just have to say that there is nothing as expensive as a cheap AMG. I bought one that was rather hammered from an uncaring pervious owner and after some considerable repairs to it, it has turned into a very enjoyable car. We did control arms, thermostat, timing chain with guides, high pressure fuel pump, diff and gearbox service, crank position sensor, stuck the OEM downpipe back in because the tune done to the car was an absolute botch job. So now she is as happy as a puppy. Runs like crazy, fast, agile and the steering is so quick, reacts to any minor input from the driver. Would I recommend buying it? This is some of the cheapest horsepower you can buy on the second hand car market. Will it give you headaches? Initially, YES it will. But it's almost like the pretty girl that was ruined by her previous boyfriend - You just have to fix her! 😍🥰

    • @satanzhand
      @satanzhand 17 днів тому

      its the warm up for Rolla and Bentley pricing

  • @viktorj52
    @viktorj52 Рік тому +9

    Love your content guys!Would love to see a review on pre-facelift a250 and a200 as well

  • @toobasaurus23
    @toobasaurus23 Рік тому +15

    Nice review. Great channel, Fellas. Keep 'em coming!
    Can you please do a video on best German cars for around $20-25k?
    Cheers!

    • @User-cb4jm
      @User-cb4jm Рік тому

      Still waiting on their W205 and F30 reviews ☺️

  • @Topendz
    @Topendz 7 місяців тому +2

    Here is Canada I have a 2019 GLA45 so similar. 107k always services at Mercedes, no interior rattles or any issues whatsoever. Love the car will keep it until it causes problems as it’s too much fun and paid for.

    • @onesweatysausage3056
      @onesweatysausage3056 2 місяці тому

      love to hear it what's your oil change interval

    • @Topendz
      @Topendz 2 місяці тому

      @@onesweatysausage3056 15k

  • @redmackinnon4590
    @redmackinnon4590 23 дні тому

    Great real world (and talk) commentary, loved it. Keep it up guys.

  • @iirkmaii9559
    @iirkmaii9559 5 місяців тому

    can tell you now, got amg a45 2015, had for nearly 5 years, great car, very good fuel & performance..... getting rid of mine soon but to just had a new car tbh, loved it, good fun car and family

  • @paveljones5666
    @paveljones5666 Рік тому +11

    Great review! I do question the sanity of sellers/buyers who are asking/buying a 70k+ 5-8year German car not to mention an A class.

    • @tomy8339
      @tomy8339 Рік тому +7

      Lol, just ask Scotty Kilmer or John Cadogan. The general consensus amongst all motoring journalists is buying any luxury German/British brand out of warranty is a bad idea.
      Unreliable, very expensive servicing, repairs and parts. And often unable to get aftermarket parts-genuine only which cost a fortune.

    • @franzchong5889
      @franzchong5889 Рік тому +2

      @@tomy8339 I recall the old Which car magazine comparing a New Statesman,1991-1993 version of the Mazda 929(before the 1994-1996 update took place)and a 1987-1991 Mercedes 300SE.IN 1996.If you had the brains or ran a limo company You bought a Statesman.the 929 was for people who couldn't justify the money(almost $90,000 on the model that had just come halfway through that year new or a slightly cheaper New Eunos 800 or 800M)so were happy to settle for the previous generation at half the price.I guess the only thing you missed out on with the older model was airbags the price was $45000 overall budget,not much except for Accords,Top of the Range Toyota Vienta V6's,Maximas and the newly introduced Ford Taurus Ghia existed but the buyers of those were people who didn't need or want limo size space at that price point.The Mercedes was for people who could justify the expense of one(seeing the bills of one my parents had but a 1982 280SE would be enough to steer one to buying Australian or Japanese)

  • @mwk1939
    @mwk1939 Рік тому +6

    Let me give you some advise guys who ever wants to buy this car just like you change engine oil the transmission oil and filter plus differential oil needs changing every 30000miles. My friend has owned one of these from new and never changed the transmission oil and filter plus differential oil . The car did not shift smoothly after 60000 miles then decided to change it with the Merc dealership. After changing the transmission oil there were metal shavings in the gearbox oil. the car gear shifts were very smooth after changing the oil . So guys please please do not buy a car where the transmission oil and filter differential oil has never been changed. :)

  • @markmcgrath9098
    @markmcgrath9098 Рік тому +4

    Mitsubishi threw in the towel with Evo and left the ground sulking as AWD, turbo hatchbacks like the A45, RS3 and Golf R launched and were stupid enough to say “no one is going to buy turbo AWD cars anymore”.
    10 years later and these are still selling well.

    • @damilolaakanni
      @damilolaakanni Рік тому

      They allowed Subaru to rest on its oars with the WRX, as it no longer got a direct competition.

  • @papaco9561
    @papaco9561 Рік тому +2

    i have one pre facelift very good sound… the car is very fast awd is just phenomenal… feels like a kart you can toss it around. the suspension is too firm and low profile tires blow up quite easily.

  • @korruptcontent954
    @korruptcontent954 4 місяці тому

    I bought my 2018 GLA 45 AMG with 79,000 miles little over a year ago. It's been great so far.
    It was part of a well maintained fleet from some firm.

  • @tonys4271
    @tonys4271 Рік тому +3

    These cars are awesome, had a 2017 CLA45 for 3 months before traded it in for 2021 Type R.

  • @TheSouhaib23
    @TheSouhaib23 Рік тому +13

    One of the reasons I want to visit Australia is to be told I look like a wanker by an australian person

    • @adifferentangle7064
      @adifferentangle7064 Рік тому

      It's a fine line. You have to make sure you're acting like a wanker not a c*nt.

    • @damiancook6753
      @damiancook6753 2 місяці тому

      aright ya wanker how ya doing

  • @ocdgifgandalf3352
    @ocdgifgandalf3352 Рік тому +1

    I bought my 2014 A45 a year ago from a young couple who just had a baby, for $45k with about 58,000 kms or so on the clock. Had to get the AC re-gassed but it was less than $150.
    The first service was over $800. Last one only $264. Ended up with a whole complete 2nd set of AMG black 19inch rims, no, not for track.
    Simply wasn't happy with my empty wheel well with only a 12V compressor and run flats, no spare!
    Did get the water pooling in the rear seat foot well after one extreme downpour, but stripped the rear bumper off and applied some actual sealant to the offending air vents near the break lights and it has been sorted ever since.
    Wanted to downgrade to a Skyline Crossover, but only got clowns low balling me when advertised for sale. She still only has 71k kms, quite low for a 2014.
    Listed at $42,500 and got a few offers, nothing above $35k.
    I suggested they buy a Kia or Hyundai instead.😇
    I think they were hoping I am one of the owners who was in financial trouble, and hoping to pick up a bargain. Thank you so much for affirming my price expectations for these models!
    One grey import yard shark told me my car red book value was $32k, and my pristine condition and low kms were meaningless.
    He even had one of his mechanics look over mine and tried to scare me with an oil leak.
    The old you really should gift us your car, "she's about to blow up" angle.
    Priceless LOL!

  • @mahcooharper9577
    @mahcooharper9577 Рік тому +14

    Loving the content boys.
    And yeah I used to be a Benz fanatic but there's no way I would buy any modern one and especially not an A45 given the typical buyer demographic.
    Sign me up for an i30N!

    • @rc70ys
      @rc70ys Рік тому +3

      For the money a brand new I30N with the fantastic warranty including track warranty is a no brainer

    • @rc70ys
      @rc70ys Рік тому +3

      Definitely not this AMG or any for that matter.
      i30N or type R hands down.

    • @williamegler8771
      @williamegler8771 Рік тому +2

      @@rc70ys Not everyone wants a Hyundai or Honda.
      That's why choice exists.

  • @augustodufloth1578
    @augustodufloth1578 Рік тому +3

    I've been waiting for this.

  • @acmotorsport22
    @acmotorsport22 Рік тому +1

    Respectful (to the manufacturers) and honest (brutal style, my alley all day) …. and a bit of a muppet. Brilliant !

  • @charliecasey550
    @charliecasey550 Рік тому +7

    BMW M140i. Last 6 cylinder, rear real drive hatchback.

    • @samartz
      @samartz Рік тому +1

      Considering the m140i and a45 atm!

    • @rwac07
      @rwac07 Рік тому +3

      @@samartz m140i all day, a much better platform for modding

    • @Adamkershaw1
      @Adamkershaw1 Рік тому +6

      M140i all day everyday. Had golf R was good but boring, was just plant your foot and it went straight. My pal had a A45 and said it was even worse than my golf R. We both have now got M140i’s and won’t look back

    • @samartz
      @samartz Рік тому +1

      @@Adamkershaw1 Cheers! is it cause of more low down torque of a 6cyl?

    • @hobo1704
      @hobo1704 Рік тому

      Exactly

  • @anakinskywalker4113
    @anakinskywalker4113 Рік тому +64

    Just buy a Hyundai I30N instead. These things are mostly purchase by those who don’t know how to take care of them. The ones I have seen in my shop always come in with missed services which is a massive No-No. A used performance German car will become a money pit very quickly. They are great when new but with over 100,000ks that’s a whole other story.

    • @benfl9636
      @benfl9636 Рік тому +5

      I take care of mine 🥲

    • @anakinskywalker4113
      @anakinskywalker4113 Рік тому +1

      @@benfl9636 I hope you really enjoy it. As they are great cars. I just happen to be in Melbourne’s west where more often than not people tend to neglect them.

    • @trcs3079
      @trcs3079 Рік тому

      @@anakinskywalker4113 hence why the whole notion of "luxury" and its subjective tendencies, which is of excess and extragence. So you're right, if you're not excessively excelling in finance, get something reliable, as anything luxury exudes the needs of said general demographic

    • @kers225abk2
      @kers225abk2 Рік тому +30

      I30n is nowhere near the amount of car as an A45. Thats like saying get a rav4 instead of a RSQ3.

    • @anakinskywalker4113
      @anakinskywalker4113 Рік тому +3

      @@kers225abk2 if you can stump up the money to maintain an A45 then sure. Otherwise don’t bother. Most people do not maintain them as they should. So buying a used one is a gamble.

  • @stephent2243
    @stephent2243 3 місяці тому

    Good review. Looking at the GLA 45 and this info carries on.

  • @zorankarabeleski392
    @zorankarabeleski392 Рік тому +3

    Mercedes Benz (Money Burner)
    AMG(All Money Gone)

  • @muzhit44
    @muzhit44 8 днів тому

    7:53 “super dry… pretty cool” JUDGED 😂

  • @andrewmui5309
    @andrewmui5309 Рік тому

    Owning a Facelifted model at the moment.. great summary with honest comments. Good work. Maintenance part is real. Fixed the coolant leaks last year and put special attention onto the gearbox service. End up paying 3000 to MB Sydney at Alexandria.

  • @purushful
    @purushful Рік тому

    Most comprehensive review content. Great job team

  • @gavazamoabelo4060
    @gavazamoabelo4060 Рік тому +1

    Now this is 1 of the episodes I was looking forward to😩🔥

  • @AmirChemE
    @AmirChemE Рік тому +14

    Really fast and fun car but bloody expensive to run/maintain. Not the smartest choice I guess unless you have heaps of $$ to burn.

    • @senagangbe5804
      @senagangbe5804 Рік тому +1

      I have the new generation(although its the CLA 45) and it comes off not too bad actually. Gaz is more expensive than a regular Mercedes as it consumes ~15% more (including push it in spots+, highway and city driving).
      Besides that, I took it with the prepaid maintenance package, which is ~4000 (CAD) for 4 years, so we're at 1k/year for all the standard maintenance.
      The wheels are very low profile so it's easy to get flats. I've gotten two flats (rips), I've gotten two flats in my ownership and replaced those tires for ~400. If I was to continue on thsi trend of flat (I've learnt how to avoid potholes and drive this car better so wont be the case), I'd be spending 1200$ extra on this in a 4 year span.
      so 1400$/year + 15% more than a regular mercedes gaz price (I'm at 300-400$ a month even with these inflated prices) = 6200$/year. This is honestly not so bad when something like a gaz Prius would be ~4000. This is nothing like a E63 that'll come at 10k-12k to run and maintain

  • @scottmuir2385
    @scottmuir2385 Рік тому

    Brilliant Content - so down to earth and yet so detailed in viewer information!

  • @michaelgough9256
    @michaelgough9256 Рік тому

    Classic review . Spot on honesty

  • @michaelp8928
    @michaelp8928 Рік тому +6

    Adam, is that a Seiko Turtle? Nice choice mate.

    • @perpetualgrin5804
      @perpetualgrin5804 Рік тому +4

      Adam is also a professional watch model, I recognise his ✋.

  • @fairygodbrother
    @fairygodbrother Місяць тому

    No issues with my a45 after 25k miles. Sold it for a change that's all. Great car

  • @TwistedDonners
    @TwistedDonners Рік тому +14

    Brilliant video guys but that was never in question really lol.
    After hearing the review of the AMG A45 I think I'd be more inclined to buy the i20 N or Civic type R over it and possibly A 1 series BMW pending how they fair in terms of reliability, performance, quality and cost of owning one.
    Seems like this review has given you guys all a hard time especially if Hullsy can't even read his own writing lol.
    Have a good weekend guys and look forward to next week's videos as always and take care 👍.

    • @meganjay30
      @meganjay30 Рік тому +2

      Honda probably the best out of that selection for reliability IMO.. Hopefully the type R is as reliable as their other models..

    • @Asymmetry0
      @Asymmetry0 Рік тому +1

      Also look at BMW 128ti

    • @meganjay30
      @meganjay30 Рік тому

      I think the i20n is better than the i30n..

    • @GameXTwo
      @GameXTwo Рік тому

      @@meganjay30 Imagine getting a civic over an amg

  • @williamfindlay1385
    @williamfindlay1385 Рік тому +1

    Great review. For a future review I would love a review for a Mercedes GLC 43 AMG as I own one and would like to see your opinions about it.

  • @6furm9
    @6furm9 Рік тому

    You guys are absolute legends. Love this channel.

  • @ewolmullac6706
    @ewolmullac6706 Рік тому +2

    I bought mine a year ago and it had an issue with with filling up just had to spend £2000 for a new canister and feul tank 😅

  • @breakaway2x
    @breakaway2x 12 днів тому

    Back in 2017 I was deciding between both used AMG 45 or Scirocco R (which was tuned and had lots of mods) and I ended up getting the R. I loved the car, even though I don't have it anymore, still miss it, but yes, same thing if the previous owner took good care of it, no problem, but the car can be a headache if not taken care of and lots of issues and parts to replace can be a PITA.

  • @MrWilliam.Stewart
    @MrWilliam.Stewart 12 днів тому

    As the Car Care Nut stated, cars have 3 aspects.
    1) Reliability
    2) Performance
    3) Cost
    You can only choose two.
    A reliable car that's cheap, sure, but it can't be fast.
    A fast car that's cheap, sure, but it won't be reliable.
    A fast car that's reliable, that is possible, but it's never cheap.
    Just get a Golf R and sell it before it gets too old.
    Or a Suzuki Swift Sport, and thrash it for decades without issue.
    You can choose to buy whatever you want, but you are accountable for what you chose to buy.

  • @JulianKapa
    @JulianKapa Рік тому

    Leather gets shiny when it's dirty, so cleaning it can restore it to its original matte finish. If some sort of shining product has been used on it, that may be permanent or at least more difficult to remove.

  • @jonathangibson871
    @jonathangibson871 Рік тому

    Awesome video as usual- love the honesty! Was thinking about a Giulietta QV until I watched your video! Thanks! (Just waiting on the Abarth 595 review now.....)

  • @TheStigHCE09
    @TheStigHCE09 Рік тому +4

    All vehicles with the M133 also have a bulletin for the wide-open throttle crankcase ventilation lines chafing on the engine cover and eventually starting to leak.
    Note that the bulletin is not a recall, therefore is not covered under warranty. Basically Mercedes has released revised WOT lines, oil tank and bracket that are rerouted so that they no longer chafe. This is a particularly large job to perform and the parts cost around AU$1200.

    • @trcs3079
      @trcs3079 Рік тому

      That's pretty cheap, considering all things

    • @TheStigHCE09
      @TheStigHCE09 Рік тому

      @@trcs3079 there's also about 5 hours of labour involved off the top of my head

  • @wilydimayuga519
    @wilydimayuga519 Рік тому

    Nice video! It’s a “no smoking car”, a bonus for AK!

  • @DjNikGnashers
    @DjNikGnashers Рік тому +12

    I looked at buying one, and an RS3 too. I love the exterior styling, it is an almost perfect hatch.
    The interior is horrible though (in my opinion), and even though they are very fast especially from a standing start, along with the RS3, it was an awful car to drive as a daily.
    I ended up going for an M140i, and I'm so glad I did. It might struggle for traction on a 0-60, but it is just so much fun to drive, wild, and a beast on the limit.
    It is also so comfortable as a daily, relaxed and easy to live with, and very economical too. And, now it has 455bhp, it pulls away from A45's and RS3's on a roll.

    • @lexman8678
      @lexman8678 11 місяців тому +2

      I highly doubt it pulls away from rs3s as most are tuned and gap even tuned m240i and m140i easily

    • @DjNikGnashers
      @DjNikGnashers 11 місяців тому +2

      @@lexman8678 Silly comment.
      Not all tuned cars have the same tuning and power outputs.
      I never stated it pulls away from tuned RS3's did I.
      And 'most' RS3's and A45S's are not tuned, that is untrue, I worked in the motor trade for years and only a small number of hot/hyper hatches that came into the dealership were tuned.
      The newest RS3 model with 400bhp, can be remapped to about 460bhp. My old M140i with 455bhp will still pull away on a rolling race, because it's lighter in weight, and has less transmission loss.
      I said 'old' because I now have an OG M2.

    • @lexman8678
      @lexman8678 11 місяців тому

      @DjNikGnashers you literally said it pulls away from rs3s you absolute gronk it's written in your comment don't try and gaslight me with your narcissistic bullshit buddy trying to sound intelligent but looking like a complete dumbarse is what your doing

    • @lexman8678
      @lexman8678 11 місяців тому

      @DjNikGnashers stick to your DJ bs buddy and whoever liked your comment is a real loser they need to go to specsavers

    • @ms3862
      @ms3862 22 дні тому

      I drove an a45 amg and didn't like it as a daily, the dsg gearbox is very jerky and annoying in traffic

  • @RS1Interviews
    @RS1Interviews Рік тому +2

    Considered buying one, didn't go for it because lots of people are reporting performance loss. Also they are stiff as a coffin. Went for a Golf 7R, and it's a better all rounder. Quite soft in comfort mode, and fun in race mode. Reached 200.000km now, no problems at all. And i drove it hard the last 100.000km. Only had to replace water pump, aside from that normal maintance. Would pick that over the A45 any day, and i'm a Mercedes guy. Will be buying the E53 though.

  • @zod9765
    @zod9765 Рік тому +5

    I30 N or FL5 Type R for me, impressive car still. Best 2 new hot hatches out there IMO.

  • @andybowie8590
    @andybowie8590 2 місяці тому

    I am so tempted to buy one, in the uk just now you can get one for 13k (2014, 90k miles), and that's from a non merc dealer. Of course buying from a dealer means a bit of comeback if theres any mechanical issues, but also it means you've no idea what the previous owner was like. Ive been lucky, ive never had an unreliable merc yet in spite of so much negative press on them. Anyone reading this thats actually got an a45 and especially an older one, id be interested in your experiences with it.

  • @camaraderie6
    @camaraderie6 Рік тому

    love your videos mate, keep it up

  • @JasonStewart-j7d
    @JasonStewart-j7d Рік тому +1

    Has it got cup holders big enough for a puff co peak?

  • @laiklim
    @laiklim Рік тому +5

    I’m still driving 2013 A45 until today.
    The only complain is the interior rattle noise. Getting more and more. My mech they gave up troubleshoot for me. 😂
    If anyone is going to buy, don’t forget the bush/rubbers underneath the car need to be replace. It’s a heaven and hell different after have those replaced.

    • @desleypap5974
      @desleypap5974 Рік тому

      have you ever had big problems with the car

    • @RexNathanChan
      @RexNathanChan Рік тому

      I had a base 2014 A180 until mid last year, and interior had lots of rattles. I think bc suspension (had the AMG pack with lower ride height) is quite firm and creates rattkes in the interior :(

  • @samartz
    @samartz Рік тому +3

    Just in time! Seriously considering this and a m140i! Keen to know peoples opinions

    • @glennmk5167
      @glennmk5167 Рік тому +3

      M140i all the way, been 3.0l 6 cylinder wouldn't have to work as hard, still a quick car!

    • @whatthe6532
      @whatthe6532 Рік тому +2

      Don’t do it. My German car 73,000 km. Babied it. High pressure fuel pump and new DSG clutch. Previous Camry 200,000 km trouble free

    • @fale892
      @fale892 Рік тому +1

      Dont be stupid

    • @themashedavenger5461
      @themashedavenger5461 Рік тому

      tough call but i imagine the bmw's are cheaper, probably depends on how much you like doing rwd skids i would say lol

  • @anthonyplaysbass
    @anthonyplaysbass 26 днів тому

    I own a 2006 MX5 which runs like a dream, exhaust, coilovers, Work lightweight rims. It's a delight...but, I am flirting with the idea of buying a used AMG of some sort in the next few years.
    Can anyone talk me out of it?
    I'm super handy with car servicing DIY, the only things I won't touch are internal engine stuff. But brakes, filters, thermostats, radiators etc are all do-able at home for me.

  • @Huels
    @Huels 3 місяці тому

    I don't drive my whips to care how others perceive my engine sounds.
    Amazing review BTW

  • @aesthetics6664
    @aesthetics6664 2 місяці тому

    please do a video on the new generation of A45S or CLA45S

  • @cupraflash6892
    @cupraflash6892 Рік тому

    Love the video, and thank you very helpful. I'm looking to buy one of these in the UK. Wish me luck 👍

  • @Vaudotusker
    @Vaudotusker Рік тому

    Love this video well done

  • @Aladdin5cave
    @Aladdin5cave Рік тому +5

    Brand new Hyundai or Honda anyday!

  • @spittinvenom9843
    @spittinvenom9843 8 місяців тому

    Picking up my 2018 A45 tmro, hot hatch for the refined gent

  • @leonardchevvy6414
    @leonardchevvy6414 Рік тому +2

    figured this out a few years ago, and went out and bought a new type R, couldnt be happier

  • @bigrobsydney
    @bigrobsydney 25 днів тому

    I'm in my mid 50's, and used to drive some interesting cars (I owned a 22B for years). I'm now firmly in the EV camp. ICE cars are too complex, and when they go wrong, there is just too much BS to deal with. I dont have the time for this, and prefer something like a Tesla. One moving part in the engine, good power, quiet, and more than enough range for me here in the city, not to mention torque from zero making it a better drive.

  • @christianlenik5307
    @christianlenik5307 3 місяці тому

    I got one used and I LOVE my Benz ❤

  • @olivercullen1737
    @olivercullen1737 Рік тому

    Failed to mention the sunroof blind and pano sunroof issues. So many get wound up and broken. Super expensive to fix

  • @mushy1983123
    @mushy1983123 7 місяців тому

    One of the safety features in the a45 which is terrible is the collision assistance is shocking I got into a accident cause of it

  • @Nickubus99
    @Nickubus99 23 дні тому

    These are now around 20k in NZ (for one with around 100k on the clock). Surely good buying at that price? 18k Aus?

  • @yod2189
    @yod2189 15 днів тому

    Those creaks sounds like my old golf mk4 from 2002

  • @christhorne7565
    @christhorne7565 9 місяців тому +2

    Service every 5000km? That’s insane, that’s 5 weeks for me! Surely this isn’t relevant is most of your driving is stead state cruising on the motorway?

    • @eyecontrol4900
      @eyecontrol4900 6 місяців тому

      if you're doing alot of track races and stopstart city driving, better to be safe than sorry with the servicing. If you cant afford the maintenance, you cant afford the car. Benz usually say every 20-25k km for most of their cars, but thats complete BS. Majority of guys who own an AMG are driving them like race cars, not highway cruisers.

    • @ms3862
      @ms3862 22 дні тому

      @@eyecontrol4900every 25k = dealer wants to in for repairs

  • @jaredscott4829
    @jaredscott4829 Рік тому +1

    Man, calling these premium is massively generous, the interior is garbage and normally most of the switch gear is flaking off. The steering wheel and stalks feel horribly cheap.
    Suspension may as well be solid bars, jiggly ride and its not easy to place on the move because small bumps unsettle them easily. Works great on a smooth track.
    The motor also sucks, its either going like a bat out of hell or you are stuck off boost and the thing doesn't respond in any meaningful way, unless it kicks down and then delivers more acceleration than what you wanted.

  • @brianash1080
    @brianash1080 Рік тому +3

    When I saw Jims hair I was reminded of Cameron Diaz in Something About Mary.

  • @brainsmatterpodcast
    @brainsmatterpodcast Рік тому +1

    Hahaha love Jim’s Spider-Man reference 😂

  • @rsoul7282
    @rsoul7282 Рік тому +2

    Did Jim watch ‘There’s something about Mary’ before shooting this video perhaps?

  • @BNIRc
    @BNIRc 11 місяців тому

    First off can't hear the wind in the Mic. So excellent job with that brother and none of us. Watching this car with you care about your hair just to let ya know😂😂😂 great video!!!!!👍 I also feel sad for people who buy cars for expecting people to look at them. You should buy a car for how it gives the smile on your face. And that's the only reason😅

  • @fifafanatic24
    @fifafanatic24 Рік тому +2

    The ultimate real estate agent car

  • @DrumsByAndre
    @DrumsByAndre Рік тому

    Adz! Loving the channel mate great work! Video suggestion - Suburu Levorg 👍👍

  • @touringusa8760
    @touringusa8760 Рік тому +2

    I've enjoyed a GLA45 AMG for three plus years and can report that the "Comfort" mode provides a firm but not brutal ride here on New England (USA) roads.
    Although I love a plush ride as much as the next fellow, I find this vehicle is supple enough to be my daily driver. In Sport, Sport+ and Race modes however, the ride gets progressively stiffer and would be a a challenge as a daily driver. In the more aggressive modes on the right roads the car is inspiring indeed!
    With 20" rims and good rubber this SUV (!) is able to give most exotics a good run for their money. Plus the electrically selectable exhaust port produces bangs and pops that are quite entertaining!
    From the leather dash to the adjustable bolster bucket seats and Harmon-Kardon sound system, I love the car just the way it is.
    PS: Wonderful videos you produce RD.

  • @sonic4urmind722
    @sonic4urmind722 Рік тому

    please do a video on the E39 M5...

  • @tellyawhatmate
    @tellyawhatmate Рік тому

    These things have taken a liking to the back of tilt trays.

  • @nabil_040
    @nabil_040 Рік тому

    Can’t choose between this car or golf 7r as my next car

  • @raphaelchagas3413
    @raphaelchagas3413 Рік тому

    What about a 2 or 3 year old one? Would make much difference

  • @Cruelaid
    @Cruelaid Рік тому +2

    Go Jimmy 🙌

  • @xiereno5323
    @xiereno5323 Рік тому

    I drove a I20 n and i strong believe if you want performance car just buy a new one you can afford and sell it before warranty ends . Save you the world of trouble and headaches. I prefer a brand new Hyundai i20 over this used AMG A45 all day everyday .

  • @damienfrizzell9394
    @damienfrizzell9394 Рік тому +1

    got a manual i30 n sedan i would never trade it for this

    • @mushy1983123
      @mushy1983123 9 місяців тому

      The i30n interior feels more cheap I would say over the a45

    • @damienfrizzell9394
      @damienfrizzell9394 9 місяців тому

      @@mushy1983123 only if u touch it

  • @sirlorddoctormajorphd3016
    @sirlorddoctormajorphd3016 5 місяців тому

    How about the regular GLA

  • @vasiliossyrakis2100
    @vasiliossyrakis2100 Рік тому

    Love the channel, I'm wondering, have you driven an i30 N premium and how does it compare to this car?

    • @ReDriven
      @ReDriven  Рік тому +1

      Here you go mate. Also, after driving both, the Hyundai is more fun. ua-cam.com/video/PG1DQbFpalc/v-deo.html

    • @theaustralianconundrum
      @theaustralianconundrum 10 місяців тому

      Thanks mate! Well you talked me out of one! My heart said yes but my brain said no so I bought a 2023 Mazda CX-5 Akira 2.2 Diesel turbo with auto trans and LOVE it! Cheers. @@ReDriven

  • @MrDose-v7z
    @MrDose-v7z 5 місяців тому

    Can you do the M5 review??

  • @johnheath9151
    @johnheath9151 Рік тому +1

    This car is way to cool for you bud.
    Saying others are idiots in your blog is not becoming.
    Stick to n sport and wrx.
    Any real things you should mention like the optional AMG dynamic plus package that gives you front LTD slip diff. Speed restricted to 270kmph. The ltd slip diff makes you 4 seconds a lap quicker. Its on the GR yarris Rallye which you paid extra 10 k just so it would actually corner. Mentioning faults that can be on any car. Not specific to this one seems droll.
    Also it even in 2022 ran 4th outright in bathurst 6hr.
    Only 3 entered. Against 10 BMW competitions. Which were in extreme class A45 was in A1. Of the 10 BMW that entered only a couple BMW competitions finished. A45 would of flogged them with a bit of Bathurst moisture.

  • @swedeyp9047
    @swedeyp9047 Рік тому +1

    After owning one and a type r,i30n,I would personally buy either of these than a 45,they are numb to drive and have no soul,certainly not a "drivers car" quick in a straight line,or as a daily,that's all.
    Bit like a golf R,with a merc badge up front.

    • @Tripptrapp100
      @Tripptrapp100 Рік тому

      It does sound awesome though but you have a point. I went from a Type-R (2008) to this one. The A45 is faster but the Honda felt faster and definitely more engaging. In hindsight, I should have kept the Honda as the A45 is not 4X as fun (paid 4X what I sold the Honda for)

  • @fullsendgolfsimulators
    @fullsendgolfsimulators Рік тому +1

    Yaris GR ftw

  • @goranmiljus2664
    @goranmiljus2664 Рік тому +83

    More "tech / features" ... five years later MUCH MUCH more problems

    • @robertceroli3512
      @robertceroli3512 Рік тому +6

      Especially in euro guise

    • @davaccar
      @davaccar Рік тому +21

      5 years old, 113 000km, no problems yet 🙂🙂

    • @NotoriousAloosh
      @NotoriousAloosh Рік тому +7

      @@davaccar woah one out of a hundred thousand cars don’t have a issue no way

    • @dogbounty8719
      @dogbounty8719 Рік тому +5

      Is that just an assumption? Absolutely no issues with mine

    • @paoloochangco6072
      @paoloochangco6072 Рік тому +1

      i can relate 😄