Used 1996 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 1996 S-Class, so we've included reviews for other years of the S-Class since its last redesign.
Luxury Liner
ar, 07/12/2005
1995 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S420 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This 95' is a dream come true. ibought it brand new off the lot in 05' and all I can say is "they just don't make like this anymore"! Lots of people complain about the fuel mileage, but I get 20+mpg, and better on the highway. This car was built 10 years ago! They really new what they were doing when they built this car. It is solid as a rock, and drives like dream!
Old Reliable
andy, 07/29/2005
1995 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S320 SWB 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This vehicle has been terrific to own and drive. It is comfortable and extremely reliable. I have only had one major repair, when the condenser went bad after 8 years. Beyond that, virtually all that has been needed is routine maintainence. The vehicle is roomy inside, and has a very large trunk. I have put on 186K miles and have never had a problem with either the engine or transmission.
1996 Mercedes-Benz S-Class for sale near you
2 of 2 listings
- S320 LWB SedanMSRP: $3,500264 mi away
- S420 SedanMSRP: $6,9952,209 mi away
repair-a-month
eminem, 07/02/2002
1995 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S320 LWB 4dr Sedan
2 of 5 people found this review helpful
Excellent driving and looking car, very comfortable, but no fun to maintain. The front brakes wore out twice on me ( in 16k miles), and I was trying to make them last the second time around ( using factory pads you only get about 8k ) Other problems in 6 months: Water pump, sensor, air conditioning leak, antenna, and some engine rough problem that was fixed with new expensive plugs. Notice all the repairs were minor, but even minor stuff is expensive on this car. If you have money to burn on maintenance, than its a dreamy car to drive ( its huge and heavy yet quick and handles well ). I just wish is was as reliable as a japanese car.
Be aware
nick, 07/27/2008
1995 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S350D Turbodiesel 4dr Sedan
2 of 6 people found this review helpful
I've sold my '95 BMW 740i (V8) to save a money on fuel. The real mileage in town just 20 mpg, only 24 mpg on freeway. Don't fall for the 40 mpg lies! Car lacks stop and go power in the city. Auxiliary fan low speed was the reason it ran hot. No cup holders, parts cost fortune, not even close to Bimmers I've had. Car from the 90's, outdated, slow. I lost money on repairs I'll never get back. Hard to re-sell because its unknown and rare model in US.
Vehicle to remember
EDEXPRESS, 06/16/2005
1995 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S420 4dr Sedan
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
This vehicle rides wonderfully and gets approx 20mpg, which is great for a car of this size. My only gripe is the persistant problems with the closing assist system, I have replaced 3 window motors and the AC went bad at 45k miles. I expect less petty yet expensive repairs from a car of this class.