Are cars too complicated?
Just sitting here reading the new threads on the forum, and seeing lots of threads where members have problems with all sorts of stuff on the newer Mercedes models. Are cars getting too complicated? I...
View ArticleCL55 AMG Kompressor ESP/TPS
Hi all, Got an odd one with my 2004 CL55 Kompressor. Started it up, it had a very lumpy idle, blipped the throttle and it stuck at 3k. The ESP Malfunction appeared as soon as I drove off and almost no...
View ArticleDoom and Gloom!
Thank you for answers to my previous posts - have organised a full RAC inspection on the 53 CLK320 for tomorrow but in the meantime several people I have spoken to about the car have said that I would...
View ArticleZero tolerance steering angle sensor.
I get the ESP light showing on dash all the time, so took the car to a garage and this fault comes up which throws the ESP light. C1170 Zero tolerance steering angle sensor. Checked under dash to see...
View ArticleHelp Multiple error messages mercedes independent is stumped !!
Hi Mercedes C180K coupe 2003 On starting mutiple error messages come up SRS ,ERS, alternator -visit workshop light sensor,coolant-visit workshop Been happening on/off for months - otherwise car dives...
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check engine light
S class W220 2001 S320 petrol 2001, 95k miles My check engine light is on and car is in limp mode ( reduced power) It starts ok and revs are stable ( Full MB service history) Any any ideas? Its petrol...
View ArticleCl500 w215 What power steering pump to replace the dual abc/Power steering pump
Hello, I am wondering if someone can help or has done similar to myself, After having removed the ABC suspension struts and replacing them with conventional struts I have obviously eradicated the need...
View Article[Spares] Maxicosi Priori XP toddler seats x 2 - £45 each
We have two of the Maxicosi Priori XP car seats which are in excellent condition. One is a full black cover, the other is a blue/black cover. They have a four position recline for when the little one...
View Article[Breaking] W202 PARTS
I still have the following parts available for MERCEDES C220 SILVER (W202) 1995 Rear AMG Bumper - good condition with just one small scrape on the right hand side AMG Side Skirts - v good condition...
View ArticlePrivacy Glass - How is this added ?
Hello, I have a couple of issues with a recently received company car. I asked for privacy glass. As this is a saloon, I couldn't add this on to my order as an extra, but the autolease company added it...
View ArticleHi new member here.....
Hi i am Paul and am new on here......... I just sold my Landrover Defender and now looking to buy a Merc. I think I know what I want and have found one for sale at the right price, its a 2001 CLK55...
View ArticleA Class Auxillary Heating, or not?
Due to having a new job with a long commute I've traded in my Volvo S80 2.9 twin turbo, for a little A Class w169. A200 CDI. This is the first diesel I have ever owned so please excuse the ignorance......
View ArticleWhat do you think.....
Hi Well thank you to all those who have said hello and for the warm welcome. I am very excited about buying my first Merc, I am looking at a CLK 55 AMG on a 2001 plate with a touch over 100,000 on the...
View ArticleRear View Mirror LED
Can these be replaced? The Red one does not seem to flash when I lock my '96 w202 Esprit?
View ArticleSL 300 Auto 1991
Help! My wife bought me this car six years ago for my birthday and I am slowly getting it restored back to showroom condition. It has 75,000 miles on the clock. Mercedes have worked on the mechanics...
View Article[Wanted] W211 16" alloys or steels in 7.5j for winter tyres
Hi I am looking to pick up a set of either alloys or steels to fit the 225/50/16 ( I think) winter tyres I have for my 2009 s211 Not fussed about condition as long as they are straight. Prefer...
View ArticleOld crack in windscreen on car just bought will my windscreen insurance still...
If you buy a car with a crack in the corner of the windscreen which is easy to tell its be cracked a long time as its going green in between the layers of glass will my windscreen cover still cover...
View ArticleDo I need special tool W124 front springs?
Hi! As per title really. About to change the front coil springs on my 124 Sportline.At last I can undo the work the previous owner did,of fitting standard springs to a Sportline.Driving around for the...
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