As we all know S Class Mercedes Benz is Choice of Car not only for Presidents of International Companies. President of The whole Country drives in Class. We see Russian President’s Convoy in Mafia style videos in YouTube. Not only President all other Diplomats from many countries tries to driven in S Class Mercedes Benz. So, S Class have that emotional gain over any other car in this class.

So, owning a S Class is everyone’s dream. But to own brand new S Class is very expensive to most of the people. To own this amazing beautiful Car, it is better to buy a used S Class Mercedes Benz.

But we all know these Mercedes Benz S Class is expensive to maintain and to run, lots of traditional Mechanics are scared to work under S Class.

If we maintain and use this car in proper way, they are like Traveling in Magic Carpet.

Now, Let’s analyze a Used Car buyer advice

• These Mercedes Benz S Class (W221) are Manufactured between (2006 to 2013)
• Pre-Face Lifted Model from 2006 to 2009
• Facelifted Model first announced in 2009 April from 2010 to 2013 facelifted models are available in Market
• I recommend you to buy face lifted Model from 2010. Face lifted models have slightly different bumbers, headlight and tails lights.
• Interior build Quality and Exterior Build Quality is Excellent in this car, only look for abuses.
• Buy 6-cylinder mid-range car don’t go for v8 or v12 because they cause high bill for maintenance and labor charge.

Know Common Problems

In USA, there were recalls for the engine oil plugs which may leak, turbo oil feed which may leak, idler gear which may detach, side airbag which may not deploy properly, and active brake assist which may not work. Random reports of unresolved steering vibration, recurring air suspension issues, and random warnings that goes OFF after restarting the vehicle.

What we are getting

It is offered in both short and long-wheelbase version, which include the S 350, , S 500 and the S 600, all with automatic gearboxes. A new entry-level S 300 short=wheelbase model and an S 400 HYBRID model both debuted for 2010, while the S 500 4MATIC all-wheel-drive model is also offered. The new model features new steps in road safety with the second generation of the PRE-SAFE occupant protection system that predicts accidents and prepares the car’s occupants for the crash by initiating safety measures such as pre-tensioning seatbelts, raising seat backs to the optimum position and even closing the sunroof. In addition, it also has optional Night View Assist which is an advanced after-dark vision system. Other features include enhanced COMAND system with 8-inch display and a controller on the centre console, Airmatic adaptive suspension and adaptive brake lights. Options include a reversing camera, panoramic sunroof, AMG bodystyling and either 19-inch or 20-inch light-alloy wheels.

What’s Good

Luxurious interior, Status symbol, unique style, Powerful Motor.

What’s bad

Expensive to maintain, fuel efficiency

What to look for buying used one

This is an expensive car at binging so expect all expensive spare parts cost if we need to change spare parts.

Look for non abusive car, good air suspension because it’s a headache to repair air suspension, High Mileage is not an issue for Mercedes Benz in General but a proper timely maintenance with genuine parts are very important. But good and well cared one, after all it is still an expensive luxury car