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Old 08-02-2004, 11:59 AM   #8 (permalink)
JRW
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Date registered: Aug 2002
Vehicle: 03 G500 & 87 300DT
Location: Seattle, WA
Posts: 230
RE: How reliable is a 03-04 G500 than my ML500??

I would say not much. Though the build quality is excellent, the reliablity is horrible. In the last 10 months my G has spent 40 days in the shop. It's mostly electrical issues and minor rattles.

I drove it to Phx and ended up having to leave it there due to electrical problems. I haven't had anything mechanical go out yet, well I take that back they had to replace the stearing shock.

I am ready to invoke the WA state lemon law on it.

Whats even more of a joke is the dealer gives me a Buick to drive as a loaner.

ALso you can't turn off the parktronic system. So if you tow, it's very annoying and unsafe.

In a nutshel, but a 2000 or older G wagen. They have few electrical problems. You will be glad you did. It's an awesome car minus the electrical issues.

Jeremy
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03 G500 it's been in the shop for over 40 days in the past 9 months.

87 300D Turbo 269,000 miles
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