Starmark warranty

[grotegut]

I bought my 98 E300 TD from a Houston dealer found through eBay. He assured me that the Starmark warranty was transferable, but I just found out that it is not. Only if you buy direct from the previous owner does MB honor their Starmark warranty. Rather surprised! I probably would have still bought the car, but that warranty, for what amount to nearly a year, was a major part of my decision on this car. I am going to try to work with the dealer concerning his mis-representation on this matter. We will see if anything happens. Love the car still!

Anyone have any expereince with Starmark warranties?

Be aware that they are not simply transferable regardless of what the dealer says.

Stan of Boulder

[Anthony Cerami]

Mercedes no longer offers " Star Mark". Only " Certified" Used cars like other dealers. I just bought a 1999 E300TD. This was a "Certified" car. That means it was turn key. New tires, brakes, rotors, calipers, lower control arms and new floor mats. An 80000 mi. car. Mint! All service was complete when I bought the car. I have had it for two months or so .....I like it ….. You will be very pleased with this model. There is no warranty in effect .......Too many miles. However you can purchase an extended warranty ….. I think its just not worth it. I believe the factory warranty was 50,000 mi.
The Factory warranty will transfer to the new owner. What’s left ….. on a low mileage car. Make sure you register the car with Mercedes when you buy it. Call the 800 number on the visor they can answer all your questions. I spoke with George the regional rep. In fact we met at the Philly Auto Show. Very nice Man.
-Anthony

[sokoloff]

The Starmark warranty is transferable if you purchase the car directly from the previous owner as you say. I also thought that the warranty was transferable if you bought a car through a Mercedes dealer, not any car dealer, but an authorized Mercedes dealer. You can always call 1-800-FOR-MERC(EDES) and find out for sure.

Len

[Anthony Cerami]

As I Previously mentioned, Mercedes no longer offers " Star Mark".
Only " Certified" Used cars.

[sokoloff]

You are correct on the Starmark warranty, but there are still some left around on cars and I would think that Mercedes would be bound to the original terms of the contract until it expires.

Len

[grotegut]

Thanks for your comments! If you google starmark you certainly get several hits from MB dealers making these cars sound exceptional. I do think mine is mint - I am troubled that the eBay dealer didn't realize that the warranty was not transferable. I have come to terms with the likelyhood of spending $1000 or so more on this car then a Camry in yearly maintenance. And I do think it will be well worth it to me - it is so much more of a car. Happy dieseling! (32-33 MPG is looking pretty good right now) Stan