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    C class ground clearance

    C Class AMG 2014-2017, Do current owners of these particular cars give any problems with the lowered ground clearance ? I had a 2.6 I90 in the past with AMG body kit & accompanying lowered suspension (Provided by MB Nottingham) It was fine on normal road surfaces but had to be treated...
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    The 2020 CL215 Owners Register

    C43AMG started the register in March 2014. It has now shrunk.considerably Originally, it had circa 40 members with these cars. CL500 models were top in numbers, followed by CL55AMG & just four CL600 A quick trawl indicates that only about 20 remain active Where have all the others gone ...
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    Motorhouse Derby

    Looking at a CL215 in Motorhouse Derby.HERE Has anyone used them recently ?
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    Autotrader CL500

    Is this anyone here by any chance :-https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/202002056973254?make=MERCEDES-BENZ&model=CL&sort=relevance&advertising-location=at_cars&year-to=2020&onesearchad=Used&onesearchad=Nearly%20New&onesearchad=New&postcode=ln12ab&r.
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    Cluster repairers

    My cluster is on the way out. Research indicates indicates numerous repairers. Any recommends for quality/speed ….? Actronics Clusterrepairs.co.uk Cluster repairs UK Revtronics Cartronics ….
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    Chips Away in Ipswich area

    My son wants scratches treated in Ipswich area. Has anyone used Chips Away ?
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    SBC/Secondary battery replacement.

    My secondary/SBC battery is due for replacement. I do not want the franchised dealer version if I can locate a cheaper/reliable AGM alternative. Is there a suitable source known to anyone ?
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    Car dealers & road tax

    If you buy a secondhand car from a dealer & the road tax expired some months ago, who is liable for the unpaid tax :dk:
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    Any current W211 E500 owners ?

    I am considering a basic W211 E500 to run as a daily driver. Does any member have this particular model ? :dk: I am not interested in E55/AMG or later models for my purpose. :thumb:
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    Asymmetric tyres

    My tyre dealer states that Nokian WRA3 winter tyres can be mounted either way on the wheel because they are asymmetric tread pattern. Is he right ? :dk: Splitpin
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    Lidl again

    Following forum members recommendations for Lidl`s Goody Luxury Fruit & Nut muesli we have become devotees & purchase heavily. Recent visits have resulted in "No Stock" & no explanation. :eek: Is it still available in other parts of the country ? There still appear to be other...
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    W211 intake manifolds

    I am trying to source a pair of secondhand V6 W211 E320 CDI intake manifolds. Does anyone know of any please? I am aware of the usual recommended breakers. Splitpin
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    BRABUSK8 Mailbox

    Acid, Your Message Box is full, I have reply awaiting.:) Regards, Splitpin
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    Mytyres- peculiar experience

    I am trying to purchase a set of Nokians for my car from Mytyres. Initial online attempt with payment by a Visa card..Delticom Tyres Ltd claimed that my card refused to pay them. I obtained printed confirmation that that my order was then cancelled. Second attempt, again online with...
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    W211 Headrest rattle

    Front seat passenger headrest rattles intermittently on rough road surfaces. Can this be remedied without renewal.. if so how is it achieved please ? Splitpin
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    Tyre size W211 E320 CDI

    Could someone advise the standard tyre size for an 06 W211 E320cdi Avantgarde with 16" wheels please?.:dk: Splitpin
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    Is it practical to uninstall PDF filter ?

    Most informed opinion suggests they are not desirable. They are a disadvantage particularly if the car is used predominantly for short journeys and adversely effect mpg in a general terms. Would it be cost/effective or practical to uninstall on a W211 ? Splitpin
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    Can a W211 E320cdi run for 25k before next service?

    Looking at pre facelift V6/7g E320cdi with FMSH.(EU4) It ran for 25k miles between A and following B service. This looks to be a very long while, even for a motorway car.:dk: I understand that there are warranty penalties if servicing overrun occurs:confused: Splitpin
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    Interim E320cdi V6/7G pre facelift cars.

    There seem to be a few V6/7G autobox E320cdi cars about but which are PRE FACELIFT. What was the situation with these cars ?..did MB simply slot the V6 in the existing bodyshell & leave all the 2000 improvements to later 2006 cars ? Did they perhaps include/introduce some of the major...
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    W211 E320 cdi Avantgarde/Elegance handling difference

    Is the handling/driving experience pronounced between Avantgarde and Elegance W211 E320 cdi facelift models ? I have driven several Avantgarde examples & find them quite suitable for me but have no experience of the Elegance variety. What have you found please? Splitpin
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