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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Worst Car On The Road - 2004 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
By Peter The Great - December 30 - 8:23 amIve had the S430 4matic for nine months now and with only 31,000 miles on the odometer, I have been to the service department 31 times for various mechanical and electrical problems during that nine months. Merecedes has lost its glory, as a German national told me, pleople in Germany prefer Japanese Cars. After my last two Mercedes (both were defective), Im giving Lexus a try, "Hello LS 460"
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A Waste of Money - 2004 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
By John III - April 3 - 2:00 amThe 2004 S430 is not worth the money. We have had problems that have never been corrected since the day we took delivery. There is always a problem that can never be fixed, nor does Mercedes care to solve the problems. We are even told that the battery cannot support all the electronics in the car, so if you go on vacation, you better buy a voltage charger or assume your electronics wont work when you get back! Moreover, Mercedes doesnt care about this or any other problem they know exists!
