W126 1986 300SE
Hi, The chrome on my fro bumper is starting to rust and peel off and the chrome on the back bumper looks faded, i either need to get them re-hromed or replaced, MB want over £2000 to replace them is...
View Articlewater loss?
on my v230 i loose water but no sign of a leak.Also theres a misfire when it starts from cold, could it be the head gasket?...the oil is clear of any mayo in the oil cap, and coolant is clean also.I've...
View ArticleA-Class brake shoes
Firstly, a warning... For the second time of asking I've had a brake shoe lining detach from the backplate, the 1st was my partner's '99 A160 about 2 years ago and the second is this morning with her...
View ArticleDo i Qualify for Classic insurance?
Hi, Just wondering if I could get my insurance down abit. Was thinking on classic, is the car too new? Anyone recommended? I'm just 25, partner 35, 1998 e300 td. It's second car, so 5000mls/yr would be...
View ArticleNon starting diesel.
Hi everyone, have a curious starting problem with my 2000 S320CDI. Occasionally when I`ve left it for 10 or 15 mins it won`t start. Always starts on the coldest mornings, and on the odd occasion that...
View ArticleW210 engine shaking with low RPM
Hi, I have a serious problem with my W210 E230 1997, only on cold days (when below 15C, i noticed), i start the engine a wait for at least 5 min to warm up, then when i switch the stick from P to D or...
View ArticleW124 woes - self test lights
Hi all, I've just bought a low mileage W124 230E (78k) that should be a good un but has a few niggles that need to be sorted out first.... I had the head gasket replaced (unfortunately it didn't start...
View ArticleW210 - BAS / ASR LIGHT
Hi All, Please go easy with me on my first post! - I've tried to read up on this problem before posting but I'm out of idea's now (at least I've tried!). Basically had the BAS / ASR lamp, handbrake and...
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81 W123 300D Transmission question
My old 300d has so many woes that I determined that a transmission swap was required. I managed to source a transmisssion from a guy 200 miles away (but that is a loong story for another time) and...
View ArticleWhere does heater blower pipe connect on 95 w124 300 d
The top to center vents are blowing only cold air the side vents are fine so I assume the pipe for the center vents has came off , would it most likely to be behind radio ,, any suggestions
View ArticleSunday Jobs
Mine are Replace front lower bushes on both lower arms, and then 2 ball joints,if the wheather hold out for me, What jobs are you lot going to do?
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I'm weak at the knees and the skip is having feelings of self loathing
Omg look at it. Superb in white. Stunning design inside and out and plenty boot space. I need it so badly this is no joke. Never have I wanted a car so badly. Maybe I shouldn't get one, it might not...
View ArticleOM605 timing help!!!
Hi there, here is the story so far; i had to remove the head from my c250td due to 2 snapped glow plugs and a few other bits and bobs that needed looking at, after getting the head back on and timed up...
View ArticleBlackbushe
Off to Blackbushe Airport at 13:00 for a Drag Racing Reunion. Could be the start of something down South :-)
View ArticleW126 5.6 high idle?.
Hi guys recently the car has started as normal then the idle once bit warmer stays about 800 850 rpm. It there a mechanical turn down or is this electrical? Cheers again.
View Article2006 cls full option list
Have found a full loaded car 2006 70k miles cls320 cdi amg styling pack / alloys command massage seats ventilated seats parking sensors rear heated seats rear blind airmatic distronic keyless entry...
View ArticleFinally, a problem with our SLK..So happy
:D Yes can you believe it, after all the Mercedes we have had since the early '80's, this is the first electrical issue we have experienced. The SLK has a light on on the dash, but my wife (bless her)...
View ArticleAlternator Fuse?
hi sl500 2002 is the alternator fuse located int he passenger footwell? is this: http://www.autopartswarehouse.com/de...3-1636562.html
View ArticleFault Codes - How to clear?
Hi car: sl500 2002 i have a battery warning light on my dashboard, i have changed my regulator but i know i have to erase the fault codes. i thought it was done by removing the AGM battery, or do i...
View ArticleCLS A SERVICE
My car is due a a service soon colin at mbs will be carrying it out , has anybody got any ideas what costs i should be looking at. And before you all ask i cannot get Colin to answer his phone
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