Wheel Experts Please
With thanks to Dr Nab I've seen some wheels on ebay. OK, it's decision time for me - to bid or not to bid . Here's the stats W211(mine- standard 18's) Front ET30 Rear ET31 W219 (CLS- the 19" ebay...
View Article2003 E320 Key Headache
Hi All Both my keys seem to have split on the push button sections. I know it sounds daft but it look like it has cracked due to the cold weather??? Off I went onto ebay and purchased a replacement key...
View ArticleThings to check when buying a cls
Hi I'm going to look at a cls tomorrow, hopefully to buy it. What are the things I should look out for It's a cls 320cdi.2007. Has higher milage at 72,000 Cost is 9500 Any helpful hints would be great...
View Article[Wanted] Really Long Shot
Yeah I know it's nothing to do with Mercedes but I buy Pontiac Fiero's (Like the early MR2) so if anyone has one sitting in a garage or field or knows where there is one for sale can you let me know...
View ArticleLucky!
Just opened the washing machine door at end of cycle (the good lady is away) to see the key for my C class fall onto the floor. Popped the battery out and gave it a good shake - couple of drops of...
View ArticleFinance on a cls
Hi As on my previous thread I was going to buy a cls tomorrow. But I have just done a hpi check on it and there is outstanding finance. Now the seller says he is going to pay for the outstanding amount...
View ArticleRemapping
Hi just got myself a C320 CDi Sport Auto 06 Reg 72K miles. What are the forums thoughts on remapping is it worth it?
View ArticleML270cdi engine thermostat replacement
After reading about what my temperature gauge should be showing know have come to the conclusion that I need to replace my engine thermostat. After just completing a 250 mile trip without stopping I...
View ArticleStrange sound in the engine?
Hi all. I'm the owner of a Mercedes for a week. I noticed that when they turn on the oil cap can hear a strange sound from inside engine. I guess with so come on these engines. I'll add the video where...
View Articlethanks to all
i would like to thank everybody on MBowners forum that helped me get things fixed on my car without all you fine men out there it would if been very time consuming for me to do i wish you all the best...
View ArticleService Reset
W169 A150 2005 57,000 recorded miles. I found instructions on the site to reset the service indicator but all versions of instructions I have seen state Service 3 in the actual reset procedure. My car...
View Article124 chrome arches fun and games
As a temporary bodge, decided to cover up the rear arch corrosion with chrome arches - although I hate the look of them. To cut a long story short, ground away the rust, treated with rust converter and...
View Articlefitted new pixel ribbons
got my son in law out to fit 3 new pixel ribbons he cleaned up all the contacts with cocktail sticks 3hour job no solvents used at all put all back everything is working like new i am delighted now for...
View ArticleHelp my key no longer works and cars gone mad
I'd appreciate a bit of help if poss before having to go to the bandits at Mercedes .Basicly I've got an 06 merc sl 350 which up until now has been pretty reliable other than the standard boot leak...
View ArticleE280 computer??
Just picked up my 56 plate E280 sport (facelift) and Ive just spent most of the afternoon going around in circles with the computer settings. Im having trouble with 1) Changing the (small) digital...
View ArticleDual Xenon light fault.
A couple of weeks ago a light warning came on the dash. It said Dipped beam right came on. Right Xenon was not working. Next morning when i started the car the light was working. Strange fault. Took...
View ArticleGot any spare change?
Quite like the red SLS they have on the forecourt at Epsom Merc currenty. It's used, so they are trying to shift it on for a pittance of only £192K. Thing is, I've left my wallet in my other trousers,...
View Articlemercedes 814 vario
hi just bought a 814 camper a few problums any help the hand brake warning ligh stays on seam to have plenty of pressure the outher more worrying thing when i take the cap from the expanson tank of...
View Article1996 w124 e220 coupe reliability.
Evening folks, Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year. A good friend has requested I go and look at a very clean 1996 W124 e220 coupe over the holidays and I would like to hear...
View Article[Wanted] 1991 500SL Engine Protector Plate
I need the large pan under the engine. I am located in central Virginia, USA.
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