costs

Anyone know a rough cost to have the 3 plastic windows in a R129 SL replaced and any recommendations for a company in the midlands? Thanks Russ

Happy New Year all, Had a bit of a bend in the snow and my 2003 CL 500 hit a lamp post Now have list of parts required Bumper Bonnet Metal crash limiter Radiator grill Air con rad Coolant rad Headlamp wash Engine shield Paint wing Jig safety check Alignment check Road test...

Ok so after having had it for about a year I decided a little while ago that I'll be keeping my 2003 W211 E320 cdi for a while and that I should invest a little time and money in preventative maintenance, restoring some of it's good looks and doing a few little upgrades to keep me happy :D In...

Hi, I have recently moved to UK and I am getting ready to buy 2-3 years old ml63. I just want to know what running costs I have to face. Of course if I can afford one to buy then it shouldn't be a problem to face those costs...and is not. But still I want to know how heavy my wallet should be...

Bit of a liberty maybe having just said hello but after doing a search i seem to be struggling for info. I would appreciate some advice on (actual) running costs on a CL500, I have been looking at a few, pricewise I am somewhere in the 2001- 2005 bracket I guess, importantly for me is to buy...

Just had a quote of £355 for my "B" service, is this reasonable and what is the differance between that and an "A" service? Thanks in advance

Hi all, I'm considering the purchase of a new C63-AMG, and was wondering what people's experiences were of service costs? Ta everso much

Hi - trying to get a rough idea of shipping one pallet loaded up with goods from Russia to the UK. Has anyone an idea of the ballpark figure via the various means? Weight would be c. 350kg. Thanks as usual.

Is it just me who pays out more than 1,000 pounds in maintenance/repairs each year? :eek: My car's a '95 w124 e280 on 150k and can't be worth more than 1,500 quid. I keep telling myself "this year it will be a couple of hundred.....":( I've absolutely no mechanical ability at all, so DIY...

I have long held the view that you get what you pay for in life, nowhere more so than the motoring industry. So what I can't fathom is when people buy, for example a Mercedes, and then proceed to moan about parts/ servicing. Do they not look into the related costs before purchasing? The fact of...

been looking at various cars at dealers recently, and today overheard a convo that some peeps next to us were complaining about one of their SL bi-xenons not working.. they were arguing about the cost.. what is the life expectancy of xenon bulbs.. and whats the replacement cost.. only from...

What does a replacement gearbox cost & fit to a C32?

Am i the only one that fell over when MB told me the cost of my B service on a c220cdi!

Hello Just rang up to get my Green card ready for our Summer holiday, Have to admit not really sure what this covers but get it every year as my dad used to :thumb: Anyway I dont ever remember paying extra? normally just tell them where I am going and when and it's sent out. Just now...

Hi I am virtually on the point of buying an 03 (53) E320 cdi with 100k on the clock. I need advice... 1. Is this a decent reliable car 2. Is there anything that I should look out for on a car of this age and mileage? 3. What mpg return should I be getting...I am normally a clam driver...

Hello, I am soon to order a new Mercedes C-Class, but not yet decided on engine size, either 250 auto or 350 auto Sport. I have heard that service charges at MB dealerships are high when compared to BMW and others. Could anyone indicate what I can expect to pay over 3 years based on 12,000...

Make sure you have insurance! OdGzy2Lun2I Not including the air ambulance of course :eek::eek::eek: LINK (or is it total rubbish?)

Hi, Does anyone know the approximate costs for repairing a flat roof? It is 30m2 and I'm assuming it needs refelting with lead flashing, but no timber repairs. I've naturally searched the internet, but costs vary wildly between £50-150 /m2 + VAT, so I'm looking for something a bit more...

Hello My Dads E320Cdi estate 2003 W211 ?? needs front top and bottom ball joints on both sides. Whats a guide price for this job please as he's asked two specialist so far and the havn't rang him back? Thanks (I did try and PM some garage owners on the forum but they have toooooo...

just very early days looking at a couple of projects 1. build a new double garage - on area currently garden so needs ground works as well - will allow for slightly oversize say 25 feet by 20 feet 2. second floor extension on top of ground floor area currently flat roof - about 15 feet by 15...