Mercedes-Benz S-Class (1991 - 1999) S500 4d Auto (1998/R) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Quite a bit, this car stood out do much. A great big car in a bright green. Not sure what it said though.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Thought it was fantastic.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Hell yes, wish I had never sold it now.
What are you likely to buy next?
After the S500 I bought a Nissan Patrol which was not good and now I have got an E320.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Didn't buy from a dealer
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£3,250
When did you buy the car?
October 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
I think so because it was in such good condition.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Just under 100,000 miles with a full MB history, and is was in the ultra rare green paintwork that I loved.
What was the dealer like?
Trade sale.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
The QE2.
What's it like to park?
Everytime I parked in Tescos I had job offers from P&O.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Nope, nothing.
What's most practical about your car?
You don't buy a S500 to be practical.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Self closing doors or the 330bhp was quite nice.