Overview & Reviews
An industry-first seven-speed automatic transmission is now standard. The navigation system is now DVD-based, and the Keyless Go system is now built into the SmartKey. Newly styled 18-inch wheels are optional.
- Elegantly appointed and spacious cabin, feels nimble for its size, state-of-the-art safety features, strong resale value.
- Complicated COMAND system, not as athletic as some of its competitors, a few low-grade interior materials.
User Reviews:
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s430 - 2004 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
By mojojojojo - October 8 - 10:00 ami just got my S430 a couple days ago and i love it. the interior is amazing. it feels as if you were in first class in an air plain. the engin is very quiet and the handeling is great. the acceleration on this car is also great. for a over 3000 lb car the acceleration is very quick(6.9 sec). the nav. screen is also very big and legable. i also love the dashboard. it is big bright and clear. the tire preasure monitor is also a good thing to own. but my overall favorite thing is the driver and passenger seats. i would use them in my livingroom if i had a chance. they are like floting on a clowd.
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Great Car - 2004 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
By Remmy Martin - September 13 - 2:00 amThe interior is amog the best I have ever seen.
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S500 2004 - 2004 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
By Will - July 10 - 2:06 pmIve had this car almost 2 years. No issues. S500 engine with 7 speed transmission is like silk with rocket take-offs when passing on highways. 20-24mpg on hwy / 18-20 avg combined. Mercedes has addressed quality issues which were apparent during the 1990s. Ive had a 2000 E320 and the 2004 S500. Both cars have been issue - free and low maintenance while a pleasure to drive. Nice curb appeal was well for business.
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Cool but unreliable ride - 2004 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
By Joe Huflin - June 13 - 4:53 pmThis car has all you would expect for its money, and then the roof rattles some, the tire pressure monitors keep tripping and failing, the battery is flat after a 2 week business trip. Should not happen for this kind of money. No space for a cell phone, cupholders are a joke, and you forget all that when you hit the throttle and slide over the freeways, but then it all comes back at a traffice light. Great ride, classy car, but I am cured for life trying to put money on the table to buy such a set of wheels new, ever. I am soar but still OK, will enjoy it a few months more, but never buy this car new. What a shame for a handmade Mercedes, I lost a lot of faith in MB.
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Its hard to beat an s class MB - 2004 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
By ting - March 19 - 2:00 amIve owned a number of S Class MB over a 25 yr span. As much as I love driving my current S430, I must say Im frustrated with the little things that are constantly going wrong. Loud stearing, clock issues, SRS sensors, saggy sunroof cables, etc. But everytime Im in a loaner and return to the wonderful drive and feel of the S class, Im reminded of why I keep buying them. Buy the extended warrenty!!!
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No quality control at Mercedes! - 2004 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
By Slackdaddy - January 20 - 10:00 amThis car zooms. Very responsive handling and comfortable. I wish I drove it as much as the service manager at the shop I bought it from! This car has been in the shop 5 times since I bought it. Each time it was for a system failure. The pump that inflates the bladders in the dynamic drive seats failed. The active suspention failed, The throttle regulator failed and the multi-disc CD player had to be replaced. Although the service department was very helpful, I am disturbed that so many things have gone wrong with such an EXPENSIVE car. The Mercedes people tell me to expect such breakdowns as this is a very sophisticated car that has many complex systems. I should have got the Audi A8
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Near Perfect - 2004 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
By S55 Fan - December 24 - 2:00 amI bought this over the S600 Twin Turbo after driving it. Other than a recurring rattle from below, the car has been to say the least, a phenominal automobile. I believe I drive the car to its limits and have consistently been able to run 0-60 times in the low 4 sec range (timed). I like to go sideways but when the traction is turned off, the computers still take over when your in a drift. Very annoying. CD based Nav has been addressed with the 04, and other than brakes needing new pads at 6000 miles, Ive been extremely impressed and very satisfied. Truely an awesome car.
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Radio problem - 2004 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
By thesetter - October 25 - 9:46 pmDriving the S500 is fun, however I have been having problems with the radio. It sometimes freezes at a particular station and when yor press the preset buttons, nothing happens. I have taken this car in to MB 5 times and finally they will replace the head unit (as recomommended by an MB factory tech). Im hoping that this will solve the problem and not cause other problems in the car. Other than the radio, the car is fine.
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Mercades S-430 - 2004 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
By Grand Oganesyam - August 7 - 10:00 amGeart car to drive. very fast a V8 engine
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s500 Rocks!!! - 2004 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
By rsboca - June 19 - 10:00 amI had to get the S500 asap. The reason? I previously owned a S500 on a 2 year lease. When the lease was up my wife urged me to get a Lexus & I did (for 2 years) Yes, A lexus is great. BUT a S500 is like no other car. NOW I am soooooo happy! Quality=The Best & Fun to drive & Safety. If You have the cash, GET THIS CAR.
