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Anyone know why the tickover on a CLK 230 might only achieve approx 500rpm when hot in D, and only, say 50 rpm more in park. Can it be adjusted or is it a component issue? Thanks !

Out in my Clk 230 w208 last night and the a/c fan suddenly kicked in, remaining running after ignition off. Pulled the fuse to isolate the fan, also removing the passenger side under dash panel. Found the insulation fixed to the panel wet through; also the wiring to the fan/fan control module...

Ford Ka collection 2001 for spares or repair. Daughter's car, been on my drive since she went back to full time education. No tax or mot. Plastic wings/front and rear valances need replacing (parking damage). Fuid leak/corroded pipe from power steering pump. Brakes, tyres, clutch, gearbox...

I'd decided my kitchen was ready for an update. The kitchen layout and condition of cabinets was fine, leaving only doors/handles, worktops, sink/drainer and cooker to change. Looking closer at the doors, I decided there was nothing wrong with them either, except the finish (solid wood/mid...

The front leather seats of my W208 were visibly worn and ingrained when I first bought the car. Bit at odds with the rest of the interior and also the paintwork which is pretty much blemish free. I was in 2 minds whether to attempt a diy fix and in the end bought a light grey leather kit from...

Just watched the Whistle Test 70's special on BBC4. Some great artists on show including Dr Feelgood, Vinegar Joe, Brinsley Schwartz :thumb: just to name a few. For anyone into The Old Grey Whistle Test who missed that, definitely worth looking out for the next screening

The MB multi cd player in the boot of my w208 230 kompressor, although loading cd's, when the tuner/cassette player is switched on the tuner screen displays no cd's. Anyone any ideas where to start looking for the fault (hav'nt pulled the tuner out of the dashboard yet-1st place to look for...

Air filter, fuel filter, 2 off oil filters, 2 off track rod ends, 2 off ball joints -£20 collection from Nottingham

Had the engine management light come on the other day:( The car seemed unaffected, but obviously not a good idea to ignore it. Either have the car checked at a dealer/specialist, or put the cash into a scanner. For £30 off ebay I decided to go for the scanner first-U480 EOBD11. The...

A family member is looking to buy a Mercedes car for daily driving (needs 25mpg plus).Has up to £2.5k to spend. Anyone looking to sell ? Thanks !

A friend of mine is considering travelling from Notts to look at this car. Can anyone advise on any potential issues with the model; also how they drive? Thanks ! 2000 MERCEDES-BENZ C CLASS C200 SPORT TIP AUTO AUTOMATIC | eBay

e300d w124 filter/service kit for sale. Bought new from Eurocarparts but changed car, so not needed. 2 off hengst oil filters, 1 off hengst fuel filter, 1 off fuel pre-filter and 0 ring, 1 off gutteman air filter. £20 collected from Nottingham.

Been keeping an eye on a CLK 230 at a local car dealer for a while. On a bit of an impulse decided to pop in and see if any deal with my e300d was possible. I made him an initial unrealistic offer and he came back with a deal worth roughly half way between asking price and my offer. Now a...

If anyone's after a w124 e300d 24v, mine's on ebay at £1350. Would offer it to a member for £1250 with the tax disc (worth approx. £120)http://Item number: 200803455155 Not sure if that's a correctly executed link, but the car's found easily enough under e300d's

There's been previous discussion on this already, but I thought I'd add my experiences of replacing them.The full set was cheap enough from Eurocarparts-less than £60. The subframe remained in situ and each side completed/bolted up before tackling the other side. I jacked the rear end up...

With the car recently developing a 'knock' from the offside rear, I assumed it likely the rear subframe bushes were the culprits.(advisory at last mot) Having taken the rear wheel off to check for play in all the bushes and look at making tools up to draw the bushes out, I noticed oil on the...

A company called Express Auto Keys recently supplied me with a key for my '60's Honda motorbike, purely from the number on the lock barrel. The company also list MB cars. However, their website requests, to order a key, if the existing key has a transponder for enabling an immobiliser. My car...

Noticed recently a metallic rattle when stopping the engine of my w124 e300d.Had a quick look underneath and found the centre section exhaust heatshield loose at its front end. Its still screwed to the floor at the rear, but access to secure the front does'nt look possible without removing the...

Just picked up my '95 e300d plus mot certificate after its repair work. Rear and centre exhaust, bottom wisbones, top shock mounts and a couple of brake pipes. Not bad for a 206k car.Engine emissions and cat were fine, which was a consolation. Just need to change the engine oil and all filters...

I'll be mot'ing my W124 e300d in march ( 'been a great car to press), after which I likely will sell and look for a CLK. The more I look at these cars, the more attractive they become and seem great value for money on the S/H market. My price range would probably be £1500-£2500. Could those...