I just bought a 2008 E550 4Matic from a "dealership." My car is leaning to the left. Specifically the drivers front corner. How did this happen 2 days after buying it?
I test drove the car on Wednesday,
then went back on Friday, test drove
it again then purchased it. I drove the
car around town on Friday (approx
15-20mi) and then 40mi one way.
The car sat until Sunday then drove
40mi home. The car sat for about an
hour. I walked outside and noticed
the car leaning to the left
dramatically. When I start the car the
display says to "wait car raising,"
then it clears to normal display. I
drove the car a few miles today and
it seems to level out but then as I
was pulling in to parking space it
gave me the red display "car too low,
stop." I got back into car, said to wait
again, then I drove a few miles home.
I understand it could be a leaking
strut or hose, a leveling sensor, need
calibrating or a couple other things. I
bought the car "as is" and they gave
me a 50/50 powertrain warranty
which means they'll cover 50% and I
cover 50%. I love the car and would
be ok with keeping it if it's a minor
fix. I guess technically I haven't
finished buying it cuz my wife is the
main person on the loan and she
hasn't signed anything yet. If it's a
major fix then I will fight to return it.
Also, is this something the dealer
could have hidden long enough to
sell?