Might soon be a Mercedes owner - CL600
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Hi all,
Giving some serious thought to buying this after having been for a quick look and brief test drive on Friday.
Anything in particular I need to pay attention to other than coil packs and ABC? Much lip-biting and wringing of hands going on at the minute because I'm fearful of buying a nail! I've spoken to an independent Merc specialist in Princes Risborough, which is only a few miles away, and they'll do an inspection for me for a few quid.
Opinions/encouragement/horror stories all gratefully received!
Giving some serious thought to buying this after having been for a quick look and brief test drive on Friday.
Anything in particular I need to pay attention to other than coil packs and ABC? Much lip-biting and wringing of hands going on at the minute because I'm fearful of buying a nail! I've spoken to an independent Merc specialist in Princes Risborough, which is only a few miles away, and they'll do an inspection for me for a few quid.
Opinions/encouragement/horror stories all gratefully received!
As with all these bargain Power Luxo Barges they are ridiculously good value for money if you buy right and find a decent independent to look after it.
It's stating the obvious but you are doing it right by getting it inspected and if the seller objected that's grounds for running a mile. As long as you have a decent wedge as a contingency fund which lets face it the money you save buying these usually assures that you have.
It's stating the obvious but you are doing it right by getting it inspected and if the seller objected that's grounds for running a mile. As long as you have a decent wedge as a contingency fund which lets face it the money you save buying these usually assures that you have.
BIRMA said:
As with all these bargain Power Luxo Barges they are ridiculously good value for money if you buy right and find a decent independent to look after it.
It's stating the obvious but you are doing it right by getting it inspected and if the seller objected that's grounds for running a mile. As long as you have a decent wedge as a contingency fund which lets face it the money you save buying these usually assures that you have.
This is my thinking! I do 7-8,000 miles a year, so even in 2 years it'll be a low-mileage car. Besides, I want to own a V12 before they're made illegal...It's stating the obvious but you are doing it right by getting it inspected and if the seller objected that's grounds for running a mile. As long as you have a decent wedge as a contingency fund which lets face it the money you save buying these usually assures that you have.
Animal said:
BIRMA said:
As with all these bargain Power Luxo Barges they are ridiculously good value for money if you buy right and find a decent independent to look after it.
It's stating the obvious but you are doing it right by getting it inspected and if the seller objected that's grounds for running a mile. As long as you have a decent wedge as a contingency fund which lets face it the money you save buying these usually assures that you have.
This is my thinking! I do 7-8,000 miles a year, so even in 2 years it'll be a low-mileage car. Besides, I want to own a V12 before they're made illegal...It's stating the obvious but you are doing it right by getting it inspected and if the seller objected that's grounds for running a mile. As long as you have a decent wedge as a contingency fund which lets face it the money you save buying these usually assures that you have.
So far my contingency fund is £800 down (on a different make of Luxo Barge) for the supply and fitting of a couple of corroded PAS pipes but that's been over a year.
Lots of information on ABC System here
http://mercedes-abc-drive-carefully.blogspot.co.uk...
Dont let it put you off.
http://mercedes-abc-drive-carefully.blogspot.co.uk...
Dont let it put you off.
86DA said:
Lots of information on ABC System here
http://mercedes-abc-drive-carefully.blogspot.co.uk...
Dont let it put you off.
Hopefully the inspection will reveal if there is any seepage from the struts, I know several years ago I looked at an SL55 with that problem and it was noticeable when looking in the wheel arch with a torch. Even with an independent it's quite an expensive job but what are the chances of them all giving up at once?http://mercedes-abc-drive-carefully.blogspot.co.uk...
Dont let it put you off.
I bought my CL500 a bit less than a year ago. It has been an absolute joy. What has gone wrong in that time? The indicator repeater in the NS door mirror. Was surprised how cheap the insurance is. There will never be a better time to own one of these. Get it checked and if it's OK, get it bought!
It's not going well!
Just went back to the traders to have another look and got the keys to take it for a test drive. Told them I was keen but wanted to have an inspection done first and had found somewhere in Princes Risborough (13 miles away) who would do it in an hour or so. Was told that they couldn't agree this because they were understaffed. They were OK for me to have an inspection done on their premises - but didn't have a ramp/pit to look underneath.
I gave them back the keys and walked away. Not much point wasting any more time if they're not going to put the effort in!
Just went back to the traders to have another look and got the keys to take it for a test drive. Told them I was keen but wanted to have an inspection done first and had found somewhere in Princes Risborough (13 miles away) who would do it in an hour or so. Was told that they couldn't agree this because they were understaffed. They were OK for me to have an inspection done on their premises - but didn't have a ramp/pit to look underneath.
I gave them back the keys and walked away. Not much point wasting any more time if they're not going to put the effort in!
Did you have a look round this as well at all? Looks good in the pics but has possibly had paint (corrosion?)
http://www.motorstoreltd.co.uk/used-cars/mercedes-...
http://www.motorstoreltd.co.uk/used-cars/mercedes-...
Animal said:
It's not going well!
Just went back to the traders to have another look and got the keys to take it for a test drive. Told them I was keen but wanted to have an inspection done first and had found somewhere in Princes Risborough (13 miles away) who would do it in an hour or so. Was told that they couldn't agree this because they were understaffed. They were OK for me to have an inspection done on their premises - but didn't have a ramp/pit to look underneath.
I gave them back the keys and walked away. Not much point wasting any more time if they're not going to put the effort in!
Silly buggers, a bit short sighted and have lost a sale as a consequence. A bit too much at stake to buy without as has been said.Just went back to the traders to have another look and got the keys to take it for a test drive. Told them I was keen but wanted to have an inspection done first and had found somewhere in Princes Risborough (13 miles away) who would do it in an hour or so. Was told that they couldn't agree this because they were understaffed. They were OK for me to have an inspection done on their premises - but didn't have a ramp/pit to look underneath.
I gave them back the keys and walked away. Not much point wasting any more time if they're not going to put the effort in!
Thought I'd give it another try this morning so called to speak to the guy I'd originally met last weekend: he wasn't around but I left my number and was told he'd call me back.
Three hours later he hadn't bothered and so I tried again. Apparently he had popped out for ten minutes. I've given up waiting!
Three hours later he hadn't bothered and so I tried again. Apparently he had popped out for ten minutes. I've given up waiting!
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