III ’91: presentation of the new S-class; IX ’92: debut of the coupe version (SEC), autumn '92: V8 and V12 engines with four valves per cylinder; engines 2.8 i 3.5 turbodiesel; III ’94: restyling; X 98: new model.
► Technical data
bodies: since: 4-door, dim. 5065/1886/1482 (Lang dl. 5113) mm, poj. luggage. 525 l; cut 2-drzw., times. 1912; poj. luggage. 505 l.
Motors: benz. 6-cyl. rzędowe: 2.8/193, 3.2/231; V8: 4.2/279-286, 5.0/320; V12: 6.0/394-408; turbo-diesels: 6-cyl. 3.0/177, 3.5/150 KM.
Chassis: rear-wheel drive, 5-speed gearbox. man, 4-, 5-run. Or.; double wishbones front, coil springs, tyl oś wielowahaczowa; stabilizers.
► Faults
• ignition switch and immobilizer failures
• electrical damage. window lifters and mirror adjustments
• leaks in the automatic gearbox and steering gear
Parts prices in PLN
reflector 1102
front fender 1305
complete clutch 1765
brake pads (front) 346
front door glass 1630 timing drive 436
Mercedes S 320 3.2, 1993 r.
► Summary
Great sizes, But the S-class deterrents with high prices as well. Their spaciousness justifies them, luxury equipment, good driving characteristics, engine work culture and high level of safety. Later years are worth recommending, free from start of production faults.
Very high comfort High level of safety. Costly maintenance