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    Anyone used Mercedes (Sytner) Milton Keynes bodyshop repair?

    Hi All Have a service booked with these guys but in the interim someone drove into my passenger rear, looks like just the bumper has been hit, damage looks fairly light, I called them and they are also going to give me a bodyshop quote, since the accident also getting a rubbing sound on hard...
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    7+ Value Service - does digital service history get updated?

    Hi All Got a 2011 E Class and have booked a value service for £149 (only a A service was due), A service was £70 more but they still only do a oil and filter so thought why not save money and go for the Value option. I've already got breakdown cover so not too worried about Mobilo, question...
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    What screenwash do you guys use?

    Hi All I currently use Autoglym screenwash but not that impressed with the performance, also find eventually I start getting smears in the rain too so I think its not getting rid of the diesel film that develops on the screen. Has anyone tried different products and found any decent products...
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    Indy recommendations in Beds/Herts/Surrounding areas

    Hi All Was hoping to get some recommendations for a good Indy Beds/Herts and Surrounding areas for my W212, already aware of Wayne Gates but just wanted to see what other options there are :) Thanks
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    Any which subscibers here?

    Hi All Just wondering if there were any Which? subscribers here, wanted to read Best Nespresso compatible capsules for 2017 revealed ? Which? News Thought i'd try some compatible ones to see how they compare to the original ones.. Thanks :)
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    Meguiars ultimate interior detailer vs AutoGlym

    Hi All Was wondering if anyone has used both of these products and can recommend one over the other? want something for general interior cleaning that I can use on the wood, plastics etc.. :)
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    W212 E class rattles - post your remedies

    Hi All I've noticed a few people mentioning rattles in their E class, thought i'd start a thread to see if we can try and fix as its my only annoyance on an otherwise good car. I'll start, my 61 plate W212 has a rattle from what where I think the up/down temp controls are, currently trying to...
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    Aftermarket reversing camera options

    Hi All I have a 2011 W212 and was looking into the options available to get a reversing camera, issue is my car has the Audio 50 and not comand so cannot go via the OEM route it looks like. Has anyone else looked at any other options or managed to get this to work? Not a big fan of having...
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    Non MB history cars - how have you found selling them?

    Hi All Wanted some advice from more experienced members, I've got a 61 plate W212 that so far has full MB service history, keeping the car another 4 years, from your experiences would I gain much if I kept the Mercedes history going or does it not matter much by the time I sell it pricewise? if...
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    iPod 30pin to bluetooth receivers - anyone used?

    Hi All Was just wondering if anyones tried or had any luck with the variety of cheap bluetooth receivers that convert your 30pin iPod connector to receive bluetooth? I have a 2011 W212 with the Audio 50 interface, at the moment i've got an old iPod permanently connected but i've seen devices...
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    W212 small coolant loss advice

    Hi All I have a 61 plate W212 E250 purchased as an approved used, I've had it for nearly 12 months without issue, a couple of weeks ago however I got a coolant warning light come on, took it into the dealer who topped it up, they were too busy to do any further checks. I then took it into...
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    Fellow W212 owners - Quick check please? (especially if you have rattles!)

    Hi All I have a 61 plate W212 and was hoping someone could check something for me, I took my car into the dealer as I had a intermittent rattle on rough road surfaces, they took a lot of the trim apart and advised it was one of my middle air vents. I have 2 issues: 1) I'm not sure their...
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    Automatic owners - do you also use parking brake?

    Hi All I have a 2011 Auto E250 with the foot operated parking brake, I'm in the habit of always using the parking brake when I've parked the car, the salesperson however had advised just putting it into Park is enough.. Any thoughts?
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    Music on while car turned off - batt warnings?

    Hi All I have a 2011 W212, sometimes I have car turned off and listen to music (audio 50 iPod interface) if I've got a long wait, after half an hour I always get a bit worried and switch it off as i'm worried about the battery going flat. Question was, is there any protection built in that...
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    Recommended car wash companies?

    Hi All Was just wondering whether anyone knows any decent car wash companies somewhat near Luton or national chains, I know the result will not be as good as washing at home but I'm hoping there will be some reputable companies out there that do a ok job without any damage. Many thanks
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    61 plate W212 E250 7g plus- reliability?

    Hi All Close to buying a 61 plate W212 E250 (diesel) with the 7g plus gearbox, it will be MB approved used so will have full MB service history etc. I'm happy with the car but the question was, is the engine reliable? I heard some of the 250 engines have been discontinued due to possible...
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    W211 - recommendations where to buy

    Hi All Been looking at auto trader for a used W211 (from traders) and have been let down several times when I visit, e.g gaps in service history despite claiming FSH, most recent one claimed full merc history despite not being the case. Can anyone recommend any used car dealers who are...
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    High spec W204 vs middle of range W211

    Hi Guys Looking to spend 8-11k (depending on spec) on a 100k mileage car, initially I was looking at 2007+ W211 Avantgarde with a pretty standard spec, plan was to use it for 2-3 years then upgrade to the newer W212 with a high spec. However I've seen a few W204's with harmon kardon, nav etc...
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    W211 Executive vs Avantgarde

    Hi Guys Was just wondering if anyone had a brochure they could upload somewhere for the W211 facelift (2007 onwards), currently looking to purchase a high mileage example and I can see a lot of executive spec ones but struggling to decypher what the difference is when compared to Avantgarde...
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