Before you buy a Mercedes-Benz M-Class in Uganda

by Edwin

The Mercedes-Benz M-Class, renamed GLE-Class in 2015, is a mid-size luxury crossover, SUV produced by the German automaker Mercedes-Benz since 1997.

In terms of size, it is slotted in between the smaller GLC-Class (based on the C-Class) and the larger GLS-Class, with which it shares platforms.

For a short time, between 1999 and 2002, the M-Class was also built by Magna Steyr in Graz, Austria, for the European market, before all the production moved to the U.S. plant near Vance, Alabama.

From late 2012, the M-Class was also assembled at new plants in India and Indonesia.

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Before you buy a Mercedes-Benz M-Class in Uganda

Mercedes Benz proves they really know how to create a premium SUV with the M-Class. It comfortable seats five and it is primarily designed for city-driving.

The design is one of a kind as it features a dynamic body design with a large radiator grille on the front along with the three-pointed start to give it that aggressive look that easily grabs attention anywhere you go.

Choose between the V6 of V8 engine options for a stronger vehicle. It's only available in automatic transmission and a Four Wheel Drive drive train so it has everything you need.

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Buying a Mercedes-Benz M-Class from a Ugandan car bond

Just in case you opt to buy Mercedes-Benz M-Class from the a car bond in and around Kampala, then things could be a little bit more simpler for you because you will not have to face all the lengthy processes and journeys to the port to own the car.

Here most of the work has already been done for you. Most taxes have been cleared. All you have to do is simply pay for the car from the car bond and drive home.

However, you can also find that some cars have only cleared the CIF fees only. So it would mean that if you want a Mercedes-Benz M-Class then you will have to clear the rest of the taxes.

You can find the Cost, Insurance and Freight of a premium Mercedes-Benz M-Class (that is from Japan to Kampala). For example, an M-Class year 2005 having a price value of $ 3,991 will have a total CIF cost $ 7,069.

However, the total sum of the CIF can change due to year of manufacture, condition of the car, mileage and the dealer.

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Importing a foreign used Mercedes-Benz M-Class from Japan

Importing a foreign used Mercedes-Benz M-Class from Japan is different from buying from car from the car bond here in Kampala. Some people prefer to import their own cars directly from Japan.

This means all the costs are going to be met by you the owner of the car right from say Japan to Mombasa up to Uganda. Here one needs to determine the cost of the car while still in Japan from which the Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) are calculated. After that, arrangements are made to ship the car to Kampala, Uganda.

After arriving in Kampala, then the required taxes have to be cleared. The taxes charged by the Uganda Revenue Authority include Import Duty, Value added (VAT), Withholding Tax, Environmental Levy, Infrastructure Levy, and Registration Fees. When all this is done, then you are free to drive home in your new Mercedes-Benz M-Class.

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Availability of Mercedes-Benz M-Class spare parts in Uganda

Spare parts of the Mercedes-Benz M-Class are available but costly. One needs to have enough disposable income to buy these spare parts especially those who own the latest models.

Some owners even find it easier to import some of the rare spares from outside countries like those in Europe and Japan.

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General Mercedes-Benz M-Class reviews

The Mercedes-Benz M-Class has reached 1.2 million owners since 1997 and is hailed by its maker as the world’s most popular luxury 4x4. Having tested the water for the likes of the BMW X5, Volvo XC90 and Audi Q7, it’s a more important car than many acknowledge. But arguably more important still are the improvements that Mercedes has made to the M-Class over the generations.

Mercedes interiors have a reputation for being well built and fashioned from very plush materials. The M-Class is no different – and in fact it goes one better, with a spectacularly luxurious cabin. Neither of the two versions is short of equipment and there's almost no end to the list of hi-tech optional extras too.

Mercedes interiors have a reputation for being well built and fashioned from very plush materials. The M-Class is no different – and in fact it goes one better, with a spectacularly luxurious cabin. Neither of the two versions is short of equipment and there's almost no end to the list of hi-tech optional extras, too. The finish throughout is fantastic, with high-quality materials plus solid switches and buttons on the clearly laid-out dashboard, which is also extremely sturdy. The leather seats are supportive and comfortable, with loads of adjustment to help you find a seating position as well as built-in heating and cooling systems.

There's plenty of space inside the M-Class, which isn't surprising given its exterior proportions. There are assorted storage cubbies, trays and hooks to keep things tidy, too.

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Common Complaints Owners of Mercedes-Benz M-Class raise while in Uganda

Some of the problems include expensive spare parts and lack of readily available technical support in case there is a fault with the vehicle.

Very few local mechanics have the adequate knowledge to fix and maintain the car.
This is a challenging problem here in Uganda.

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Other alternatives available in Uganda similar to the Mercedes-Benz M-Class

Some of the alternatives include Range rover sport, Porsche cayenne, Volvo xc90 and BMW x5

My Conclusion about this Ugandan Car

Are you an enthusiast who likes the occasional spirited on-road drive and whose only car is a large SUV? Then the Mercedes M-Class probably isn’t for you.

But for those who like to dedicate a car to its more conventional use, the M-class in general could be the answer.

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