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<blockquote data-quote="B7BlownSnake" data-source="post: 16015709" data-attributes="member: 112096"><p>The air suspension, if it hasn't been replaced, will go at one point. The factory stuff is pricy but there are good replacements out there. I bought mine in 2014 with 49k miles, sold it to my dad early this year with 75k miles. I had 3 of the 4 corners replaced under warranty.</p><p></p><p>I had an axle and 2 front control arms replaced, also under warranty, but these aren't normal issues.</p><p></p><p>Motor mounts suck, and will need to be replaced at one point. Cheap and somewhat easy job.</p><p></p><p>Motor and trans are pretty bulletproof. Easy to mod and a good owner group; AMGs have the best owner's group of any of the Germans that I've seen. Parts are readily available, including any random trim pieces that need replacing.</p><p></p><p>2003 has a bad cooling system or something that you should stay away from. 2004 is good. 2005-06 are best as they have a mildly updated interior and some upgraded suspension parts.</p><p></p><p>Just like any of these cars, look for ones with the best service history and records if possible. You might pay more up front but it will be worth it. I got mine for 23k, and many 2nd and 3rd owners treat them as a 23k car. I treated it like a 95k car and it treated me right.</p><p></p><p>Just make sure you find a good independent Benz mechanic or have an honest dealership for service. Maintenance really isn't that bad on W211 or W212 Es. A V12 S/SL/CL will probably put you in the poor house though!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="B7BlownSnake, post: 16015709, member: 112096"] The air suspension, if it hasn't been replaced, will go at one point. The factory stuff is pricy but there are good replacements out there. I bought mine in 2014 with 49k miles, sold it to my dad early this year with 75k miles. I had 3 of the 4 corners replaced under warranty. I had an axle and 2 front control arms replaced, also under warranty, but these aren't normal issues. Motor mounts suck, and will need to be replaced at one point. Cheap and somewhat easy job. Motor and trans are pretty bulletproof. Easy to mod and a good owner group; AMGs have the best owner's group of any of the Germans that I've seen. Parts are readily available, including any random trim pieces that need replacing. 2003 has a bad cooling system or something that you should stay away from. 2004 is good. 2005-06 are best as they have a mildly updated interior and some upgraded suspension parts. Just like any of these cars, look for ones with the best service history and records if possible. You might pay more up front but it will be worth it. I got mine for 23k, and many 2nd and 3rd owners treat them as a 23k car. I treated it like a 95k car and it treated me right. Just make sure you find a good independent Benz mechanic or have an honest dealership for service. Maintenance really isn't that bad on W211 or W212 Es. A V12 S/SL/CL will probably put you in the poor house though! [/QUOTE]
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