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Is a Mercedes that much more expensive to maintain than the average car?
Posted on 1/24/23 at 7:48 am
Posted on 1/24/23 at 7:48 am
Looking at a used C class. It's clean and priced well (considering the market) but I'm worried I'll have buyers remorse the first time I have to get it serviced. It's purty. My eyes say yes, my pocketbook says no. The purchase price isn't the issue, it's the cost of maintaining it. Will I regret the maintenance over say a Toyota?
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Posted on 1/24/23 at 7:49 am to Adajax
Yes/end thread
Posted on 1/24/23 at 7:49 am to Adajax
Pocketbook says no = be an adult and pass
Posted on 1/24/23 at 7:49 am to Adajax
BMWs are expensive to maintain. Fabulous vehicles.
I’d bet Mercedes isn’t much better.
I’d bet Mercedes isn’t much better.
Posted on 1/24/23 at 7:49 am to Adajax
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Will I regret the maintenance over say a Toyota?
If you’re concerned about it before buying, then yes.
Posted on 1/24/23 at 7:51 am to Adajax
quote:
C class
No, because that’s not really a Mercedes.
Posted on 1/24/23 at 7:51 am to coachLSU
Yes.
If you want more information, call some independent shops and get prices for routine maintenance. Look on-line in Forums to see what typically goes wrong with them. Ask questions, but the answer is "yes," especially compared to a Toyota.
If you want more information, call some independent shops and get prices for routine maintenance. Look on-line in Forums to see what typically goes wrong with them. Ask questions, but the answer is "yes," especially compared to a Toyota.
Posted on 1/24/23 at 7:52 am to Adajax
Nicer things cost more. Go for it. Cut spending elsewhere
Posted on 1/24/23 at 7:53 am to Adajax
quote:
Will I regret the maintenance over say a Toyota?
Yes
Posted on 1/24/23 at 7:53 am to Adajax
quote:
Looking at a used C class.
Posted on 1/24/23 at 7:53 am to Adajax
This one is obvious.
You know what you should do.
You know what you should do.
Posted on 1/24/23 at 7:54 am to SpotCheckBilly
I called my mechanic before making a jump from Toyota to Lexus and he told me Lexus would cost just slightly more. Then he said- but it will be just like your Toyota - I will never see it. (I kept his family fed with a couple chevrolets though)
Based on what family members pay for Audi, BMW, and Mercedes I will stick with Toyota/Lexus.
Based on what family members pay for Audi, BMW, and Mercedes I will stick with Toyota/Lexus.
Posted on 1/24/23 at 7:55 am to SpotCheckBilly
They’re expensive to maintain, that is why their value doesn’t holdup
Posted on 1/24/23 at 7:57 am to geauxdroddz
Had one years ago but got rid of it because of maintenance costs. $400 for front brakes . That was 20 years ago. But was fun to drive.
Posted on 1/24/23 at 7:58 am to Adajax
If you are capable of unscrewing a bolt, BMW and Mercedes are the easiest two vehicles to change oil in yourself. The cost of the oil and filter is identical to any other vehicle. If you break parts, they will be more expensive. My son has my wife’s old Mercedes E Class. 200k miles and has only had oil changes. It was her 3rd Mercedes, all of which were problem free. She currently drives a 5 series BMW, but will probably go back to Mercedes.
Posted on 1/24/23 at 8:03 am to Adajax
yes and no. Taking it to the dealer will be expensive. If it's already used then invest in the oil removal pump and service it yourself.
Posted on 1/24/23 at 8:04 am to Adajax
Once you run out of complimentary maintenance, get rid of it.
Posted on 1/24/23 at 8:05 am to Adajax
You tell me. I just spent $930 last week for a “service b” service. Basically an oil change and new air filter. 
Posted on 1/24/23 at 8:07 am to Adajax
Well, I was quoted $125 to changed the windshield wipers yesterday so there you go
Posted on 1/24/23 at 8:09 am to Adajax
Why would you buy a used c class? It better be the 43 or 63 amg. If you cannot afford an e class, mercedes is not for you!
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