concerns buying a mb
Hi new here, but have been looking a while on this site. I am looking at getting a c220 cdi sport in the next month or so, but i hear horror storys about rust. i hope to get a 2008 or if i got the cash...
View ArticleReplace this bit?
Hi, The only weak point in the interior of the CLK is that the bottom of the door card looks like the prev owner used to kick the door open. Can this bit be changed in isolation, or do I need to change...
View Articleglow plug light staying on after starting
Hi all, In need of advise,when starting my clk 220cdi coupe from cold the glowplug light stays on for around 60 sec or so, i haven't timed it properly.The car starts as normal,no warning lights on dash...
View ArticleMercedes GL reliability
Hi, Possibly looking at a GL320 for G420, and was wondering how reliable they are? Some of the US websites say stay away from pre 09 cars, however I can't find any bad reports in the UK forums. Would...
View Article310 rusty front panels
Hi, Anyone know where I can get a replacement Windscreen Scuttle Panel for the T1 range of vans. Mine is a 1984 310 petrol motorhome. I've only just found out that this is the name of the panel...it's...
View ArticleThinking of going back to a MB!
Just like to say hello. I'm currently driving a Civic Type-R which i have had for nearly 2 years. Before that i drove a 2003 C180K. Thing is, I think the time has come to an end as a hot hatch owner, i...
View Article[Breaking] 500SL 1993 Metallic Grey Hardtop
Near Mint, Dark Metallic Grey Hardtop Our 500SL suffered major engine failure and this is being sold as breakage. Offers please Pete
View Articleabs light after wheel bearings replaced
Hi everybody :D After changing both front wheel bearings on my 2009 e220 cdi i have abs/esp fault coming up and run flat monitoring inoperative i can delete the fault with my scanner but it comes...
View Article[Breaking] Mecedes SL (R129) Wind Deflector
Near mint OEM Wind Deflector Breaking as per my other thread due to engine failure Offers Pete Attached Images Wind Deflector.jpg (62.4 KB)
View ArticlePerspective CLS Owner but not sure which is best- suggestions?
Hi All, I was recommended the forum by a Member who I know from another Owners club. i'm currently in the market for a CLS and am very excited by the prospect of ownership. The problem is that I'm not...
View ArticleHELP! clk230 abs bas and electrics probs
Have recently bought a 2000 clk 230 komp A was working absolutely fine the other day the we had an ABS malfunction followed by BAS malfunction but the car drove fine, tonight I keep losing the speedo...
View ArticleC-Class Coupe W203 Panoramic roof and blind problem
Hello, I have owned this car for nearly one year. Initially, the panoramic roof was a bit sluggish, but after following some useful advice on this forum, I cleaned the tracks and applied liberal...
View ArticleC180K Kompressor 2007/8
Hi, have just joined this Mercedes Benz Owners Forum. I purchased my Mercedes C180K Kompressor Auto last Oct 2012. Started car this morning after very cold night, to find the speedometer, tachometer ,...
View ArticleCLS 350 Drivers door wind noise
My CLS has an annoying wind noise coming from the area around the drivers window about 70mph upwards. it almost sounds like fluttering if that makes sense. I cant tell exactly where it is coming from....
View ArticleCold start c270
I had a problem starting the Merc after leaving it outside a hotel, The AA tech sprayed easy start and it went virtually straight away. Any ideas please?
View ArticleDiesel contmination
Hello I have a Vito 111 2.2cdi van, i have been having problems starting when in the garage they said it is contaminated fuel. It is lime green and separating. I recently fueled up at Tesco, could this...
View ArticleW203 parking brake MOT failure
Car failed on the subject heading. States N/S rear brake recording little or no effort. Now I've adjusted the cable under the rear seat in the past, could it be as simple as this? I must admit that...
View ArticleVito 108 cdi instrument cluster fault
Hi need help with cluster on my 2008 Vito van. When I switch on I get all the lights and fuel gauge switching on & off continually. Is this a problem with the cluster or is there a relay at fault...
View ArticleV5 document
Went to look at a car for SWMBO. after the test drive seller produces V5 document but it was not in his name, despite him saying he has had the car for at least six months! we walked away at this...
View ArticlePlease help - terrible mpg!
Hi Folks, Please take a moment to help me - I'm at the end of my tether. I have a 2004 W203 271 engine C180 Auto. ~60,000 mile on the clock. I bought it about 17 months ago. Problem: The fuel...
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