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eyerule
post May 27 2025, 07:25 PM

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QUOTE(littlefire @ May 27 2025, 07:20 PM)
Bro, newer recon Harrier radiator you go ask got ready stock or not?
My mechanic already got 1 end customer radiator hit by metal and spoilt. Need wait 2-3 weeks direct order from Japan.
Same as Lexus and higher end Toyota models, If the model is still new & below 3 years a lot of halfcut & spare part shop either very expensive or still need to wait special order from Japan. Only after 5 years then only a lot coming in as most already off warranty and sent to scrap.
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got one la. it's your mechanic not strong network only.
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post May 28 2025, 09:21 AM

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QUOTE(eyerule @ May 27 2025, 08:25 PM)
got one la. it's your mechanic not strong network only.
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Huh, not strong. He called and source until Singapore also say order from Japan. I also help him go to KL eVanli and UMW Toyota to ask, not all models spare part they will keep if the car model volume is still not significant in Malaysia, thus why i mentioned if AP recon models also need becarefull if the parts is unique or too new.

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mywishistopawn
post May 29 2025, 01:35 AM

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From my past experience, service at outside
W205 C200
engine oil maintenance(7,000km) - RM500 to 700
gearbox(30,000km): RM2k to 3k
minor spare part: minimum 1.5k above
major spare part: 5k above

Quite reliable but if spare part fail, be ready.
Once you own conti car, you sure will gain knowledge about car.

Toyota = boring to drive but no headache. Not so particular about engine oil quality. Feed Mizu oil can dy.
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post May 29 2025, 09:17 AM

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QUOTE(littlefire @ May 28 2025, 09:21 AM)
Huh, not strong. He called and source until Singapore also say order from Japan. I also help him go to KL eVanli and UMW Toyota to ask, not all models spare part they will keep if the car model volume is still not significant in Malaysia, thus why i mentioned if AP recon models also need becarefull if the parts is unique or too new.
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confirm not strong la. original one can get. OEM one so many, even shopee also got
19 Degree South
post May 29 2025, 11:28 AM

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but driving a merc is a total different experience. suggest min a C klass and above to have a better experience. just my two cents.
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post Jun 1 2025, 01:45 PM

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The below advise is based on my experience, regrets, positivity and what I think could have been done better.

1. Don't buy CKD. BUY THE ONES WHICH ARE CBU GERMANY.
2. MB Malaysia will stop using HSS and CCB as distributors next 2026, MBM will start selling these vehicles directly. Something to consider if you want to hold anyone responsible.
3. Quality of built is not like before. All new cars have quality issues, from non functional wipers due to some electronics board to faulty airbags which they have recalled in.
4. If there is a recall, it is your duty to check if your vehicle is effected. MBM won't give a sh*t to inform you.
5. Service prices are not worth what you pay. My niece has an EQC, full EV and she recently paid MYR 1,800 in all for a Service A. So MBM has two types of service, service A and Service B. Ironically, for EV also, they said they had to change oil. Weird..
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post Jun 2 2025, 12:00 AM

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dont buy CKD +1. recond are better
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post Jun 3 2025, 04:49 AM

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no money, no time, forget abt it la.
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post Jun 4 2025, 01:33 PM

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QUOTE(shinichi88 @ May 27 2025, 03:03 PM)
Normal service from 585
https://prestige2u.com.my/collections/mercedes-benz
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QUOTE(19 Degree South @ May 27 2025, 03:54 PM)
my experience for normal service  rm2000 annually  is definitely not enough. mercs replacement of parts run on schedule one.  I experienced before even a speed sensor can lead to the car computer to shut the car down. therefore if any indicator lights appear , you die die need to replace the parts. unlike jap car, you
can delay replacing  them.
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QUOTE(vreis @ May 27 2025, 04:48 PM)
Outside authorized SC, normal schedule service abt 500-600 as the synthetic oil required edi more than 4L.
but most of the sensors very on time spoilt lol
eg wheel sensor will make the whole car limp
Even a small bulb need replacement , there'll be warning light
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thanks guys for the great info!
looks like my 150k budget of 2nd hand merz + 2k per year normal service budget are not good enough even for CLA.
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QUOTE(mywishistopawn @ May 29 2025, 01:35 AM)
From my past experience, service at outside
W205 C200
engine oil maintenance(7,000km) - RM500 to 700
gearbox(30,000km): RM2k to 3k
minor spare part: minimum 1.5k above
major spare part: 5k above

Quite reliable but if spare part fail, be ready.
Once you own conti car, you sure will gain knowledge about car.

Toyota = boring to drive but no headache. Not so particular about engine oil quality. Feed Mizu oil can dy.
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QUOTE(19 Degree South @ May 29 2025, 11:28 AM)
but driving a merc is a total different experience. suggest min a C klass and above to have a better experience. just my two cents.
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QUOTE(sivanesanveeraya @ Jun 1 2025, 01:45 PM)
The below advise is based on my experience, regrets, positivity and what I think could have been done better.

1. Don't buy CKD. BUY THE ONES WHICH ARE CBU GERMANY.
2. MB Malaysia will stop using HSS and CCB as distributors next 2026, MBM will start selling these vehicles directly. Something to consider if you want to hold anyone responsible.
3. Quality of built is not like before. All new cars have quality issues, from non functional wipers due to some electronics board to faulty airbags which they have recalled in.
4. If there is a recall, it is your duty to check if your vehicle is effected. MBM won't give a sh*t to inform you.
5. Service prices are not worth what you pay. My niece has an EQC, full EV and she recently paid MYR 1,800 in all for a Service A. So MBM has two types of service, service A and Service B. Ironically, for EV also, they said they had to change oil. Weird..
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thanks guys for the great info!
looks like my 150k budget of 2nd hand merz + 2k per year normal service budget are not good enough even for CLA.
will back to Toyota Harrier then
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post Jun 4 2025, 07:01 PM

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QUOTE(sivanesanveeraya @ Jun 1 2025, 02:45 PM)
The below advise is based on my experience, regrets, positivity and what I think could have been done better.

1. Don't buy CKD. BUY THE ONES WHICH ARE CBU GERMANY.
2. MB Malaysia will stop using HSS and CCB as distributors next 2026, MBM will start selling these vehicles directly. Something to consider if you want to hold anyone responsible.
3. Quality of built is not like before. All new cars have quality issues, from non functional wipers due to some electronics board to faulty airbags which they have recalled in.
4. If there is a recall, it is your duty to check if your vehicle is effected. MBM won't give a sh*t to inform you.
5. Service prices are not worth what you pay. My niece has an EQC, full EV and she recently paid MYR 1,800 in all for a Service A. So MBM has two types of service, service A and Service B. Ironically, for EV also, they said they had to change oil. Weird..
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EV still got transmission oil, coolant to cool down the transmission & battery pack.
Go google about Tesla oil filter, Tesla EV also need to change for it's transmission oil.
You tot those moving parts no oil can survive?
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