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The other colour I am thinking is Silver and Ash(you will see lot of E's in this colour).
Could some of you help me on this. I will really appreciate your opinions.
Jack
Jean
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If you haven't read Edmunds.com's confessions of a car salesman, I highly recommend you do so. I found it very entertaining, and yet enlightening as to what may go on in auto dealerships.
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Bottom line: To all of you prospective buyers, watch out for MXV4, they are a pain to get! Get your dealer to give you MXV4-Plus as original equipment.
--Mohammad.
Jean
Replacing with the spare tire would have been the path to follow had the dealer not come around for me. The thing that pissed me off was that, MB installed the tires with the knowledge, seemingly, that the tires were being phased out. Paying 50K-60K for a car and getting obsolete equipment just does not make sense to me.
Jean:
No, the tires here do not come with road hazard warranty. Apparently, Hyndai is the only manufacturer which sells such coverage on new cars in US.
As for the road hazard warranty, if you look in the tire warranty booklet, you can probably purchase it from a Michelin dealer.
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I own a '98 E320 with what I believe is a Becker BE-1692 head unit. The changer I purchased off ebay has a connector much different than the wires found behind the trunk molding. In addition, it does not appear to fit correctly on the bracket my wife purchased from our local MB dealership. Part of the ebay description stated that the unit was pulled from a new car.
Is there a specific model number for the cd changer that will fit a 98 with a Becker BE-1692 head unit? Is there an adaptor that would work with the wiring in my car? I'm under the assumption that this unit is for the newer models and will never work for me. If this is the case, I'm willing to sell it for what I paid plus shipping.
Mark
Option 1
Front: 18x8 / 235/40
Rear: 18x9 / 265/35
Option 2
Front: 17x7.5 / 235/45
Rear: 17x8.5 / 255/40
Anyone using any of these configs? How does the car feel? I know the E55 uses a config similar to option 1 but the suspension is different. Any and all comments welcomed.
However, it does handle the roads a little better. Cornering is much more fun and I feel the car is more stable at higher speeds.
I would like to lower it with an AMG spring kit. But right now, the newer rims are perfect.
I got my rims and tires (Pirelli) for almost $1800.
I'm also gonna install a Lorinser exhaust sometime this year when budget permits.
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One last question. Are replacement lights available for inner and fog lights? Would like same all around.
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they compare various bulbs and rate them
I have linked this discussion into that folder, but it will always reside here in Sedans.
Looking forward to meeting everyone!
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Maybe I can convince my wife that she "needs" an E55 instead of an SUV.
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I believe that they only come in H-7s and H-4s.Go to VisionExpress for comparison of bulbs, etc. http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/michaelab/carcare-newsection/print_carcare.php3?id=84
Go to www.fosmo.com for additional information and for purchasing.
I got the Pirelli P7000 Sport. The guy suggested I get the Dunlops, but those were too expensive for me. And the Pirelli's are just fine for Los Angeles. Hopefully all this rain will stop soon.
I also sold back my stock rims and tires for $200.
Can I do +2 instead of +1?
Can I go with 19x8.5 with Michelin pilot 245x35R19in the front and 19x10 in the rear without any modification i. (fender or lower the spring)?
Does it have any gap between tire and fender if I stay with original spring?
Your input is much appreciated.
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Tarn
Thanks.
Besides, if you keep an MB past the warranty, with all the electronic parts today, the cost of the warranty can be eaten up very quickly. If you want information on where to buy a warranty E-mail me and I will sent it ot to you.
Just funnin' - MB E's rock - welcome to the gang - I've no idea if your deal's good or bad. Obviously, you could sign the papers, so you're in. Enjoy! Just don't screw it up by putting chrome on the wheels.
I asked this question earlier but no one responded. Have any of you noticed that the clock looses a little time over a month? About 3 minutes.
Mark
Wally
dman--I asked the dealer where I bought the car about the extended warranty, and he wanted the full brochure price (2550 for the 4 yr. bumper-to-bumper warranty). I called a dealer in a town 40 miles away, and he gave me 15% off. And of course the warranty is good anywhere, at any Mercedes dealer. So make a few phone calls.
http://www.caranddriver.com/xp/Caranddriver/carnews/carnews_spyshots.xml
From this page, select the E-Class.
1. Tire pressure
2. Windshield wipers don't streak, windshield is free of wax (let them do the rubbing with toothpaste or lemon juice!).
3. Have dealer agree in advance to use Mobil 1 0W40 or 15W50.
4. Check operation of all windows.
5. Ensure the phone plugs into the phone jack.
6. Have dealer fill gas tank to full, check gauge reads full and matches digital display.
7. Check driver's seat for clicking sound, if heard, remount seat with correct size bolts.
8. Ask dealer to ensure each key sets each of the memory positions (fat chance!).
9. Grease the front anti-roll bar where it passes through the center bushings.
10. If Michelins were installed, check for MXV4-Plus tires. Insist (even fatter chance) that I don't want MXV-4's.
11. Center cupholder stays down when center button is pushed in.
Is there anything I have omitted? How about the COMAND system, is there something to be checked?
Thanks for all the postings that led me to this point. I feel I already know the car! My dealer is going to think I'm nuts!
By the way, I checked the picture of the 2002/2003 mule. It didn't thrill me enough to delay the purchase for 18 months to 2 years.