Used 2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S500 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 5A) Consumer Reviews
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jgbecker, Lake Zurich, IL, 02/09/2011
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S500 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 5A)
36 of 36 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2001 S500 with 8,000 miles back in 2004, and it presently has 110,000 miles on it. I have been generally happy with the vehicle. My worst experience in owning this vehicle is having to deal with Mercedes Benz Dealers/Dealerships/Service Departments. Once your Mercedes warranty runs out, the service departments at Mercedes dealers are forever trying to recommend unnecessary repairs to the vehicle. The dealers are constantly looking to fabricate repairs to bill to the extended warranty company. Most, if not all of these repairs are unnecessary. The Mercedes dealers make the ownership experience miserable. Stay away from them and you'll do fine.
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billyq, Port Hueneme, CA, 09/07/2012
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S500 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 5A)
56 of 57 people found this review helpful
I have owned my car since 2003, it currently has 212,000 mile runs as new, everything works. Maintenance is a must- after warranty never never take to a MB dealer - find an independant shop that work on MB's. The car drives better than the new S550, just missing the technology of the newer car, but rides and handles much better. take care of the car and it will take care of you in comfort.
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adrockj, Bellevue, WA, 08/08/2011
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S500 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 5A)
53 of 55 people found this review helpful
i purchased my 2001 s500 with 86K miles on it for $12K. i now have 188K miles and it still drives like new. i am still amazed that people still bring their cars to the dealership for repairs??!! ANY vw mechanic can work on your benz. it is not rocket science. i needed to have my water pump replaced and it cost me $500.00 out the door including parts and labor. other than that, i just bring it to jiffy lube for the fluids and oil changes. this car has cost less in repairs than any other car i have owned and gets about 20 mpg.
2001 S500
SWilliams, 02/09/2009
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S500 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 5A)
16 of 16 people found this review helpful
I purchased this vehicle used in October of 08. So far, it has been expensive to maintain but it has been well worth it. This is truly an outstanding car. I've owned Porsche, Lexus, Audi, Infiniti and this is by far the best. The ride quality is superb and it doesn't compromise handling. The car is eerily quiet even at 90+ mph. The navigation system works well, but it only has major roads mapped in smaller towns or suburbs. I also really wish the CD player was in the dash. This car's size and countless safety features make you feel very secure. The command system takes some getting used to but isn't overly complicated. The interior is huge and very comfortable.
S 500 not a lexus but a great car
srosa, Belle Vernon, PA, 02/01/2011
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S500 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 5A)
22 of 23 people found this review helpful
I bought my car with 50k on it. It now has 75k so I fell I know the car pretty good. I had to replace the air suspension($350) if you do it yourself. Also the radiator fan motor(bought fan onling) and a fuse for the left side of the car electronics(not happy about that). Also some rust at seams of the body. If you are unable to do some work yourself and dont like car repair bills by a lexus or bmw. This car is nice to ride in, very comfortable. A bmw is a nice car to drive. Great pick up for a big car. Timeless look.