Used 2003 Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350 AWD 4dr SUV (3.7L 6cyl 5A) Consumer Reviews
Not for the long haul....costly repairs
I purchased this vehicle in 2003 and currently have 125,000 miles on it. This car has been a NIGHTMARE. The suspension has major issues, my total cost for suspension, control arm and various related issues is well over $7,000. The catylytic converters went at 90k miles,$2,300. Transmission control module, power steering column and pump, calipers froze, transmission mounts, motor mounts, heated seat caught on fire.....the problems are too numerous to name. Overall I've spent at least $20,000 on repairs. All the mechanics I've spoken to advise getting rid of this car after 5 years. It is definitely not built for the long haul. First and last Mercedes.
2003 MERC BZ ML 350
This car is the most reliable car with the fewest maintenance ever. Runs like a champ and drives like a real truck. It handle well in all weather and has never let me down. Bought new 0 miles and I now have 193k miles without a single issue. Maintenance over the 18 years less than $10,000.
- ML350 4dr SUVMSRP: $9,995235 mi away
- ML320 4dr SUVMSRP: $3,967237 mi away
- ML350 4dr SUVMSRP: $6,995656 mi away
Ml 350 ???
Bought this Suv new. after 4 years with 25000 miles i replaced front and rear brake pads and rotor and 4 tires.After 6 yrs with 35000 miles need a pair of ball joints and door assembly.
2nd time around...
I replaced my 1999 ML430 with a 2003 ML350. Improvements have definitely been made with regard to ride and handiling of the '03. The 2003 has a softer feel, though I do receive more engine noise than the ML430. My two biggest gripes are the same as those I have read in other chat rooms: no stereo controls on the steering wheel and poor fuel economy. Other than that, it's a great rig in many, many ways. Dealers are very aggressive with pricing on the MLs right now, too, so it's a good time to buy!
arisman's second ml
this is our second Ml now and I are in love with the car!!! My husband suggested we look at other cars and I said absolutely not. We put 50,000 miles on our first one in less than 2 years and it wonderful, But, most of all, the service we get from Isringhausen Imports is what keeps us coming back for a mercedes!!!!