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5 out of 5 stars

Should have purchased this one sooner...

Charles David Dreher, 11/20/2018
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful

It's November 2018, still own my 2003 S430 and it has been outstanding in every category. With just over 100,000 miles I plan to purchase a 2019 in June or a 2020 in November 2020 depending on the deal I can strike and the look and accessories of the automobile.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

Lack of pride in workmenship

Debi, 07/17/2003
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S500 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful

I find the workmenship to be shoddy. There is always a knock in the drivers seat, the windshield wipers always need adjustment and as of late the telestar system is on the blink. Very discouraging.

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3.5 out of 5 stars

STAY AWAY

gr-1, 09/14/2003
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful

many problems with power steering front end navigation and oil leakes

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3.63 out of 5 stars

Too many problems for 80k car

Doug Long, 09/16/2003
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful

Our car has been in the shop way too much for a car of this price. We are at 60000 now and have real problems. Will trade out in the near future...maybe a lexus

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5 out of 5 stars

comfort

hp, 05/22/2003
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S500 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Remarkably comfortable. Having moved from a bulky "luxury" SUV, I was delighted with the interior space and comfort of the big S class. The ride was also a pleasant revelation. Smooth with excellent grip. The availablity of the 4matic system should make owning a large sedan more appealing for people in snowy climates...

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5 out of 5 stars

Great find

David , 02/22/2022
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I’ve owned this car for some time which I purchased from my brother, who has no mechanical skills. I bought the car with 112k on it and now 3 years later I am at 156k. I’ve changed the water pump, fan and the two rear air struts. Did all the work myself and saved Thousands, not to hard to work on at all.. great ride, great highway car, nice comfort, great stereo sound (Bose). Actually love this car, not my only car for sure but she’s my daily driver…

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5 out of 5 stars

Best Automobile of the World

Om Chahill, 05/30/2003
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S500 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Owning Mercedes-Benz since 1975 and it has the same grace, tradition and value. No automobile in this universe can beat it. Even Rolls and Bentley look after the most technological automobile, Mercedes-Benz. I believe there is only one automobile on Planet Earth to whom every automobile maker copies, which is only and only Mercedes- Benz of Stuttgart, Germany.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

The best for Mercedez Benz

Rafer Aston, 01/18/2003
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S600 4dr Sedan (5.5L 12cyl Turbo 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

A well balanced masterpiece, this car rides like a dream, has a host of feartures that are easy and user friendly. The distintive styling makes this car stand out form the competitors. Overall the this car is what it means to own a Mercedez. Thank the lord for this Mercedez.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Black Beauty

spanishteacher, 02/18/2003
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S600 4dr Sedan (5.5L 12cyl Turbo 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Traded in my much loved 2002 S55 AMG for a 2003 S600. It is much improved, especially the dash design and the nav system. I was on a waiting list for 10 months. It was worth the wait! Looks great in the teacher's parking lot at the school where I teach.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

The Best Mercedes Benz I have owned

KV, 02/21/2003
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S500 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This is the best I have driven, ever. Having owned more than 25 MB's including numerous S class. In the last six years, this is my 8th. MB's all from Schumacher European in Scottsale, AZ(including 2001-S430; 2002-S500 and now 2003-S500). This is the finest automobile, I have ever owned or driven in my life so far. While it may be a bad news for the Schumachers and our sales advisor David Mykytiuk, I have personally treasure this car. I have decided never to sell this finest automobile. I would not take an even trade of a new Rolls Arnage on this car.

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