I changed my mind - well the boss did it for me.
On my previous post I was asking for advice regarding pre 2000 R129 models as that was my preference. However, on briefing the wife she soon made me aware that storing a hardtop in the garage for 6...
View ArticleRetro Fit CD Changer
Just bought my first Merc 2 days ago, does anyone have any knowledge on retro fitting a CD autochanger into the Glove box of an 2005 E270, I can get the cables and brackets from Mercedes for around £20...
View Article320 cdi with DPF
Is it true that if a 320 cdi around 2008 does not get many long runs the DPF can shorten the service intervals. Talking to a MB guy today (salesman) he said it should not alter it much and with a few...
View ArticleMl 320 Alloys
Ok, I have a MK 320 CDI Sport auto on a 57 plate (W164) At the moment I have stock 17 in oem alloys. WHat i really want is these, http://www.alloywheelsdirect.net/mer...poke_wheel_770 But they are...
View ArticleCan I change gears in automatic transmission with flat battery?
Hi. My clever partner left her W203 Automatic car with the lights on overnight and battery is now dead. To connect the battery to my car with jump leads I need to move her car. Unfortunatelly without...
View ArticleWould like to downsize my Steering Wheel!
Hi! So after a very happy week of pimping around in the 124,Iam finding the Steering Wheel somewhat "London Bus" :p I don't fancy one of the wooden ones as they don't suit my taste. I don't want to go...
View ArticleAmg sport package
Hi ppl I have got a 08 c180k w204 with the amg sport package would anybody have any idea as to the size of the brake discs on this model as Mercedes are reluctant to share this information with me, an...
View ArticleBuying tips
Hi all Haven't posted on here for a while, partly cos the r230 has been running.....wait for it........ without a problem :D:D and partly cos my marriage went down the pan when my wife ran off with my...
View Articleuseful online parts catalogues
I thought the following links may be of use to members trying to locate good quality, often OEM, parts from the manufacturers that often supply MBrather than at MB prices. Lemforder This also includes...
View ArticleTag lights/3rd brake light
Both my tag lights and third brake light stopped working a few nights ago. I have checked bulbs and fuse. I have checked the wires that I could see in the trunk and can't find what's causing all 3 to...
View ArticleCLS bumper removal
Hi, CLS 320 CDI 2008 I have bought some after market parking sensors and so need to remove the rear bumper to fit them. Has anybody a diagram or can tell me how to remove it? Thanks.
View ArticleI need advice, 1976 450 SLC, 50k orig miles, Should I buy?
Hello, I've found a 1976 450 SLC with 50k original miles, like new interior, no rust, accident free, one owner, sun roof, deep dish Mercedes wire wheels, Overall excellent condition, price $5,500. I...
View ArticleE Class - Best Exec Car
E Class - Best Exec Car AutoExpress claims its Driver Power survey of over 23,000 owners to be the biggest survey of UK car owners. They are asked to rate their cars for key factors such as...
View Article1999 C230 turns over, won't start.
So here is the ongoing saga of the problem I have yet to fix. About a month ago my wife's C230 stopped running in the middle of traffic. When I came to pick her up about a half hour later, the car...
View Articleoil change from hell -please help
I recently sent my C180 Kompressor 2006 to a general garage for a full service I had my oil plugs changed not sure what else. The next morningafter the service i started the car and heard a clatter...
View ArticleC180 Kompressor looses power on full-throttle
Hi everyone, I have an issue with my C180 Kompressor (2003) Automatic 1.8. Sometime last week, when I was approaching a slip road on the motorway, as soon as I started giving it some gas, it seemed to...
View ArticleSL55 AMG seats
Hi all, my driver's seat functions (Pulse, Lumbar, shoulder and side cushions) all seem to have quit at once. Seat adjustment is unaffected. I can hear clicking (of relays?) when I operate the various...
View ArticleE240 2.6 (2001) Engine Diagnostics
[Hi, I want to run OBD2 diagnostics on my Merc E240 and have been told that it must be OBD2 compliant? I previously had a Scorpio 2.9 Cosworth and that was a1997 model and that was OBD2 compiant, but I...
View ArticleComand map updates
I have Comand from 2006 vintage and would like to update the maps. I know I can buy a new map from comand online. What I would like to know is, are the maps updated yearly? If so are they released the...
View ArticleAuto box gearchanges
Boris has the occasional irritating "lag" in changing up through the box occasionally. Usually from cold, and after a "Spirited" acceleration and usually doesn't select a higher gear until I press and...
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