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Nope, I used Merparts in Port Glasgow when I lived in Paisley. Not too far away and legends in Mercedes circles. www.merparts.com

I live in East Central Scotland, but drive West for Merparts. Since the M80 upgrade I can get down there in 40mins and it gives me a chance to enjoy the work they've done on the way back! www.merparts.com for their site.

As a previous R171 slk owner with Contisport 3 on it I can tell you that although they are great in good weather, their wet performance especially standing water isn't great. One thing you must know is that their cold weather performance is awful. Anything below 8c and the performance is...

My w204 is booked into Merparts in August for a 4 year B Service and I certainly won't be paying that much! Give them a buzz, they are busy, but they are busy for a very good reason...

I'm currently running Hankook Optimo S4 All Season tyres with a snow and mud rating and for the very first time I could take my car out in snow! Beware the Contisports in cold weather, below 5 degrees they are pretty useless.

Kevin, When you say the Windows are sticking, are they trying to close fully then opening part way again?

Hi Kris, welcome- Im in Stirlingshire and my current Merc came from a nice bloke in Perth and well looked after it was too! The guys and gals on here are great for advice, for bigger jobs we can always pass on our experience of Main Dealers and Independent Specialists.... feel free to ask!

Last time I had it done at a local garage it was 30mins. Hoping that it is only the gas that needs done!

Having had a few nightmares with my R171 SLK I can tell you a few things about parking sensors... 1. They do break- I went through 5 on mine, mostly damaged after periods of sudden temperature change. Once they were removed we cut them open and discovered water damage inside. The replacement...

Agree with everything above- the guys love their Mercs! I make a slightly shorter round trip to see them, but it is always worth it. I always come away with a pile of info I never knew before. Anyone who has visited the garage knows that the lads love their training courses, the walls are...

Perfect for Scotland! I wish I could find it again, but I discovered the operating temperature technical sheet for the OEM Conti Sport Contact 3 tyres and was horrified that most of the year the temperature wasnt high enough for the tyre. We really need to insist on specific tyre standards at...

Should be fine at old man speeds! I could only get the XL version of the tyres, so the side walls are pretty solid and as a result it wallows a bit in corners. As for road noise, I'd controversially say they are quieter than the Contis!

Ok, so I've had these tyres for a few months now so I thought Id update: 1. Performance in snow- great 2. Performance in wet weather and standing water- fantastic 3. Performance in dry- not so great! The OEM Contis will always be superior in the dry, but the snow and cold weather/wet weather...

I've had nothing but trouble with both Grangemouth and Perth. They do not want to know you unless you revisit them every 2 or 3 years with a big wad of cash to buy a new car from them. You will see my other posts about issues with them both.... now use Merparts for my servicing and parts needs-...

Hi Aly, Im through in Falkirk and I always drive through to Port Glasgow to use Merparts: www.merparts.com I know it's a bit of a drive, but the guys are great and know their stuff!

is there an engine beside it? If so, you're at the wrong end of the car...

I've got to also add that simple things such as a full tank of fuel make a difference too!

Have a peek at my post: http://www.mbclub.co.uk/forums/wheels-tyres/102208-hankook-optimo-4s-wow.html I've also got a set of Auto Socks to get me out of deep snow/steep inclines as an emergency backup. Helps to have a bit of weight in the boot too...

Have you found the one in the boot yet? Lift the mat and all will be revealed.... as an extra bonus I got a free tyre, jack and wrench in mine... ;)

That price was for four fully fitted and shipped over by Mytyres, although depending on your tyre size that price may vary. Looking at the online reviews, wear is always rated well, so I guess only time will tell. I was shocked at how poorly the Contis performed in 5C and under- Im quite...