Used 2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan Consumer Reviews
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The Best of the Best
Steebie, 03/16/2003
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
This is my second S430 in three years, and the 2003 has really improved, especially the command system. The trunk pop out handle allows you to close the trunk without one fingerprint on the finish. Sound system is the best of the best, and comfortable ride can't be beat. The 2003 is the best yet.
Unlike any other
Zachmbenzfvr, 12/22/2002
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S500 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Having owned this car for about three weeks I can say that it is one of the best if not the best Mercedes I have ever owned. I have not experienced any problems with my car at this moment. This car is very spirited and I only wish I would have put my name on the list for the s600. This thing is quick as it is, with 100+ more horsepower, this car would be a rocket. But oh well, My baby is just fine the way she is.
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Best so far...
carlover14, 04/02/2003
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S600 4dr Sedan (5.5L 12cyl Turbo 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
This is my third S-Class, and it is the best one to date. The materials are much improved over the previous generation and now having been with the COMAND system for 3 years, it has become intuitive. The ride is incredible and all the electronics (albeit somewhat worrying me reliability wise) have been working flawlessly and easily. If MB keeps building them like this, a Mercedes is all I'll have until I die.
A truly great automobile
Rodney S. Cain, 06/15/2006
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S500 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
This is my 4th new Mercedes. I have had diesel and gas models, I have had the SL models, and S models. They are a pleasure to own and to drive. Very reliable, and with their weight and ample power they make all roads,hills,and curves seem like an expressway. Best money I have ever spent on cars. Regardless of age, mileage, or type, I have enjoyed the car. Never got out of one and felt that I was tired of the drive. I oft times take it for a drive, just for the pleasure of driving it.
Close to Perfection
benzlover, 11/12/2002
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S500 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
After having owned both a Lexus LS400 and a Jaguar XJ8, I have finally found perfection in an automobile. This is quality and luxury at its best!!
I miss my BMW 750iL
motts71, 12/22/2011
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S430 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
11 of 13 people found this review helpful
I miss the quick warm ups, the handling, and the performance of my BMW. The Mercedes rear window defroster works very slowly, the car takes a long time to warm up. It is strictly a luxury car. I do like the fact that it has had fewer trips to the dealer than the BMW, but it is not as enjoyable to drive. Oh yes, the windshield washer tank keeps leaking so I always have a malfunction showing on the dash, and when that shows, you cannot access the other features of the car's computer.
Only The Best, Will Do!
aflame, 10/17/2003
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
13 of 16 people found this review helpful
Why didn't I drive this car before? My wife took our first test drive, riding in the back seat. Her opinion, "I have never paid much attention to cars, before. This is the only car I have ever really wanted!" If you drive this car, you wont be able to enjoy any other automobile. You can have the S500, and other models. Our S430 frequently gets over 29 mpg, on trips, and 22-25 in city driving. Specifically, I got 29.4 mpg, driving from Memphis to Cincinnati. I have driven my 1990 Miata over 70,000 miles; yes, I still have it; and, yes, I'll keep it till I die; however, the S Class takes the same turns, almost as fast as the Miata; and, it doesn't lean as much.
1st time
WE-R-1, 07/18/2007
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
An outstanding auto on the open road. Eye catching vehicle with a smooth and quiet ride, handles well, plenty of cabin room. Been in shop 4 times for power assist problems with trunk (on last trip, power assist doors went on blink as well). Scheduling another appointment- this time trunk will only open with valet key. Noisy front seats remedied after 3rd try with replacement of plastic seat guides. Cup holder design poor. Navigation system- too many key strokes and street info on CD is paltry. Still love the vehicle, but frustrated by the mutiple vists to repair items that I would not expect on a vehicle with less than 32000 miles- let alone a MB.
Best Car I Have Ever Owned
john, 02/21/2007
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought this car 6 months ago and have not had any major complaints so far. The interior is very comfortable and the fact that it comes standard with navigation, leather, and heated front seats was a huge bonus. It handles very well, and even though it is rear wheel drive, it has shown to be pretty reliable in the snow. Definitly a "looker". The only thing that I dont like is the occasional knocks and bump that I hear in the doors and ceiling. That happens on all cars but I didn't expect it from this one. And the brakes create excessive brake dust and cause a high pitched sceech when applying the brakes. It's always fixed but still a nuisance.
2003 S Class
Hawk1, 06/19/2003
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Magnificent car in every respect except reliability!! The vehicle was delivered to me with no refrigerant in the air conditioning system. It required service to charge the system within the first week of ownership. No leaks were detected by the service technician. Seven weeks later the AC failed again. The system maintained the charge, but another component of the AC system failed. Parts are on order but this means another trip to the service department--three within the first two months of ownership.