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    Black grill.

    A possible alternative is "shadow line" tape. - search the bay for it. Basically it's wide insulating tape normally used on BMWs. However I've used it on both my Audi A6 and Subaru with good results. Not really suitable for wide grills, but good on window surrounds etc. Best done on ward days...
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    W208 - 320 v 230k

    I used to have a CLK 320 and feel the need for another one. Anyone any views as to which from a "performance" view is better - from both engine and chassis. I know the 320 only has limited scope for additional work both on tuning and it's a heavy lump, but what about the 230k?
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    W201 fuel gauge

    Just bought a 1991 190e 2.0 petrol in very good condition but with one annoying issue. When the tank reaches just below half, the low fuel warning light comes on. I've had the fuel level sender out and it looks OK, bit am a little reluctant to run the tank dry as I don't know what crud may get...
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    help! buckled wheels

    I bought my CLK with the most hideous aftermarket rims on it and got a really good discount on the car (like half price). I subsequently paid this saving to my insurance company as the car has after market alloys which turned me into a confirm boy racer (which I still am at 60) and a bad risk...
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    Ankaa 17" alloys advice

    Having sold lots of alloys on ebay and made lots of money and lost lots of money on different sales - my views below: 17" alloys are now quite common, so there is a massive choice and you will only make decent cash if they are "in". I assume yours are 5 x 112 so there is a wider market...
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    W210 Vanity Mirror Cover Flap Repair

    Look on ebay under Mercedes Sun Visor Mirror Cap - in grey and black - £4 plus £1.50 P&P I- UK supplier - f you are lazy like me!
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    Winter tyres wanted..

    Try www.asdatyres.co.uk very competitive, wide range and includes fully fitted price. I get all my winters from them.
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    Exfoliating Leather Seats?

    I'm in the process of renovating an '02 CLK 320 that has spent the last couple of years in a barn (yes - a real barn find). I've just had the interior valeted and it looks 1000 times better. However, the top of the rear seats are peeling. The leather looks in good condition, but the best way I...
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    spare wheel bolts

    Have a look on ebay "Mercedes spare wheel bolt" - individual, packs of 5 and the plastic storage pack. If you use standard bolts on the space saver they foul the rear disc
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    wheel arch rust

    It's a 2K issue! As well as my CLK I have a 2000 Audi A6 Quattro - both front arches going - the only panels that were not galvanised, a 97 Volvo V40 - 250K miles and very battered - not a sign of rust and an 03 one (Ford took over Volvo in 2000) with 130K and is even worse than my 320 - just...
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    Chrome wheel arches on a W208 - Opinions and Options

    Thanks for your responses. Short term I think I'm just going to plasticote them black just to try and hide the things. I'll look for solid front replacement wings as one is rusty and the other has suffered some return flange damage so it bound to be a bit grim - and fit them at the same time...
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    Chrome wheel arches on a W208 - Opinions and Options

    Hi Gang, Well after wanting a 190 for years, I took the plunge and bought a barn find 2002 3.2 Avantgarde W208 in red for a really silly price!! Mechanically and body could best be described as poor - 3 years in a barn hasn't helped the MB rust reputation! However, mechanically it's now sorted...
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