Mercedes-Benz S-Class is an introduction to owning, driving and maintaining a Mercedes-Benz S-Class W126 Series, and a step-by-step guide to evaluating one for purchase. This book includes colour photos of what to look for and what to avoid, plus a realistic assessment of running and restoration costs, as well as market values. This includes servicing costs, spare parts prices, and the relative values of the various models, specifications and vehicle conditions you are likely to encounter. Written in an easy to follow, jargon-free style, this book will equip you with all you need to know to buy the Mercedes S-Class of your dreams.
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| Introduction -- the purpose of this book |
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1 Is it the right car for you? -- marriage guidance |
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2 Cost considerations -- affordable, or a money pit? |
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3 Living with a W126 -- will you get along together? |
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4 Relative values -- which model for you? |
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5 Before you view -- be well informed |
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6 Inspection equipment -- these items will really help |
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7 Fifteen minute evaluation -- walk away or stay? |
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8 Key points -- where to look for problems |
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9 Serious evaluation -- 60 minutes for years of enjoyment |
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10 Auctions -- sold! Another way to buy your dream |
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11 Paperwork -- correct documentation is essential! |
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12 What's it worth? -- let your head rule your heart! |
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13 Do you really want to restore? -- it'll take longer and cost more than you think |
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14 Paint problems -- a bad complexion, including dimples, pimples and bubbles |
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15 Problems due to lack of use -- just like their owners, W126s need exercise |
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16 The Community -- key people, organisations and companies in the Mercedes world |
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17 Vital statistics -- essential data at your fingertips |
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Tobias Zoporowski, born 1975, is a freelance technology journalist, author and lecturer. Since childhood he has been fascinated by cars and their history and technology. Tobias is particularly fond of cars from the 1970s and 1980s. He writes for several magazines and online platforms and lives near the former German capital, Bonn. He is also the author of the Essential Buyers Guide for the Mercedes-Benz W124.
