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My mate has decided he wants an SL55 in black. He is looking at 2003 - 2005 cars so not knowing much about them myself are there any knowledgeable people on here who know about them and what he should be looking for. I have read and told him about the rear window/roof seal and looking under...

Hi, I bought a used car in a rush because I needed something quickly to travel with the family for the holiday. I went for a 2005 E220 TDI Estate (W211) that seemed reasonably OK except it is Cat C (supposedly cosmetic damage that is now completely invisible). Mechanics seems ok but there...

Had my aircon checked and regassed yesterday and whilst waiting was chatting to the guy who owns the garage. He was telling me about his current work load and pointed out two cars:- BMW 1 Series - 58 plate - 116i. Bought by a "youngster" off ebay with warning lights flashing , radio not...

Hi Chaps, Somthing I've derivied that may prove useful for potential 124 buyers out there/maintenance freaks like me! I made it a while back when i was thinking of buying another 124. Maybe a potential Sticky, I dont know? W124 Buyer Check List: Paper work: Check log book and...

I'm a new member who has just ordered a C63 Coupe in Magnetite Black, currently drive a BMW 1 Series Coupe, so a bit of an upgrade. Dealer has confirmed that the build slot is scheduled for Jan 5th, with delivery the first week of March currently. Just had a couple of questions for anyone...

I have seen a w140 that I like, but I know virtually nothing about them! Can anybody point me towards a buyer's guide for the model? Thanks John

LA Motors in Woodham - Surrey have an E320 Green on an L plate for sale at 105k with leccy seats, climate, cruise, and a few other buttons. interior is mushroom and tired looking. Externally its good although two tone green. I think the Merc specialists (LA) are not really into selling cars...

Hello from New Zealand!:) Im looking to buy a C43 from UK but am unsure as to just how corroded things get over there?,what i would like to know is how corroded does the engine get?,does anyone lift there engine cover off and fined the alloy and magnesium parts are heavily corroded like the...

I would be grateful for advice from anyone who has sold a car to an overseas buyer. I am aware of the well documented scams but I would like to know how others would expect to receive payment in the most secure way from a buyer from abroad? Any advice would be appreciated.

I'm absolutely fuming. :mad::mad::mad::mad: My Dell 968 printer has just developed a problem, with the display showing an error message "Printer carrier stall - check inside for obstructions". I have checked inside and there are no obstructions, and the error will not clear. Knowing what...

I just thought I would make anyone aware of this low mileage and fully kitted out example...!!! I saw this car in Sussex prior to buying my E55 and this car looked and drove lovely was up for £5,250ono at the time - I put a deposit down on the car as thought the car was fantastic. Got home...

Bit of a read this one: Dangers of buying a car on ebay--if you want a laugh read on

as some of you will already know, ive got a clean w124 for sale. I put it in the classified section and then on ebay. The auction finished last friday with a top bid of £741, the buyer is fairly local to me, so i figured they come pick it up over the weekend. My auction listing clearly stated...

I know Mark Cosovich has written one but can't find it anywhere on the site. I've seen an auto 1985 230TE 7 seater that's tempting me & want to bone up before I go for a proper look on Sunday. The car's been owned by the same guy for 20 years & looks great. I couldn't believe the mileage...

hi all, On my way to Scotland to buy a 2002 ml320. Amg spec, 67000 miles, Fmbsh, immac. Are there any faults that are common to these I should look out for? ( s class owner for 10 years :) ) Any advice much appreciated, Cheers Ray

Looks like SWMBO's C180 will be sold very soon. I have a buyer wanting the V5 nr, VIN and reg number to HPI it. Is this safe to give out ? what are the pitfalls ? can they not just use the reg nr ? Cheers CJ

Hi All, Just put a deposit on this SL500, collecting it this Saturday...

Well as advised by members here. This item has been reported to ebay. :o So I thought I would try again. :bannana: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=190046172302&ssPageName=STRK:MESE:IT&ih=009

Hi all Please could I have soem advise on SL 5OO. Anyone got one and could give me an idea of MPG and problems during ownership, I would be grateful. I have heard about full MBSH is a must? Cheers Ian

I have a mobile on Ebay at the moment and there are 2 bidders who both went in well over what I started the bid at. 1 bidder has 2 feedbacks the other has 7. I have allowed the ubiquitous Paypal as a payment option but that little voice in my head is now saying is there any way the buyer can use...