How Difficult and Costly Is It to Maintain a Mercedes in Pakistan?

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How Difficult and Costly Is It to Maintain a Mercedes in Pakistan?

Luxury car ownership comes with high maintenance costs, especially in markets with limited specialized service centers. What are the typical maintenance challenges faced by Mercedes owners in Pakistan, including availability of genuine parts, qualified technicians, and service costs compared to other premium brands?

Talha Kyanii asked on 27 Sep 2025 12:50:04 pm

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Gari Master - on 27 Sep 2025 12:55:30 pm

Maintaining a Mercedes in Pakistan is generally more expensive and difficult compared to Japanese o r locally assembled vehicles. The challenges include:

High Cost of Genuine Parts: Genuine Mercedes parts are imported and taxed heavily, making even basic maintenance expensive.

Limited Availability of Skilled Mechanics: Only a few service centers have certified o r experienced technicians trained to handle Mercedes vehicles properly.

Dependence on Grey Market Parts: Many owners resort to using second-hand o r aftermarket parts from the grey market, which can compromise reliability.

Expensive Diagnostics and Tools: Mercedes vehicles require specialized diagnostic tools like STAR Diagnostic, which only a few workshops possess.

Service Delays: Due to the limited number of authorized dealers and long wait times for imported parts, service can take longer than expected.

Overall, regular servicing can be 2–4 times more expensive than for a comparable Japanese car.