dealers

Aren't dealers great, I'm not sure which dealership is wrong, my newly aquired 96 124 has had the door handle sensor knocked out, York Mercedes tell me its coded to the car and is 66 quid, Harrogate Mercedes tell me it isn't and is 172 quid:crazy: So is it coded to the car, or will one off...

I took my car in for a multipoint inspection yesterday, in order to sign up for service plus (this story is a whole other can of worms so I'll try and avoid going into it here). I took it to my nearest MB dealer who ran the checks and everything came back fine except that there was an issue...

I was offered 2x CLK 55 AMG instrument clusters (Brand New). Sooooo thought that these may be of use to someone who wants to do an upgrade on a CLK (or 202, not sure about that though). Naturally you will need the steering wheel to go with it which I cannot source. I am in a position to offer...

I keep reading how MB have invested a lot of money into improving the dealer network and customer service but i'm not sure i've seen any improvement. My local dealer MB of Newbury , gave consistantly poor service over the last 5 years so i was reccomended to try Tony Purslow in Basingstoke...

Hi all, who are the worst Mercedes dealers, I nominate Ashford in Kent they are complete rubbish. I went in today for some parts and had to wait 20 mins before the parts man came out, his excuse was that he had been on the phone. I pointed out that none of the other 10 or so staff had offered...

On the 'new or pre-owned thread, there has been some mention of gifts from dealers when buying a new -or even a used car from an MB dealer. Bottle of Champagne? Flowers for the wife? Such things have been mentioned. My local dealer used to do bunches of flowers but nowadays a handshake is all...

I find it really interesting the standard of service at MB dealerships. As some of you might have read, I was thinking about p/exing my CLK 320 for a new CLK 320 CDi. Anyway..... Went into my local MB dealer, they said that they would get back to me..... no call. I phoned ..... never got back...

I called in at Mercedes Bradford today and they had a 1978 450 SEL 4.5 in for a service. Absolutely pristine condition in Cayenne Orange with grey velour seats, 54000 miles and one owner from new. I couldn't help but think that the car was older than most of the people working there and as they...

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Now on for the next hour on Discovery Turbo (Channel 221 on Virgin Media). A whole hour on buying, restoring and selling the 190 Cosworth. Great programme anyway, but a great car too tonight!! ;)

My mum has a E220 Cabrio with a hardback owner's manual in blue, but its slightly damaged and I'd like to get a new one, can you get this sort of thing from dealers or is there another outlet for them?? Mark

I am debating on whether to use dealer or aftermarket parts in my car at the moment i am getting done bottomball joints, droplinks and anti rollbar bushes for a w210 e class. My indie uses aftermarket parts from europarts or other motor factors that he can probably get cheap from i prefer dealer...

My 2002 SLK is due MOT in March. I was wondering how many of you book it in at the dealer? Would they be more expensive than an Independent, or is it a set fee? Any thoughts/experience of MOT at dealers please? Thanks, Ray. ;)

Hi, Due to the big 'R' I've had to sell my C220CDI and am looking to spend up to 2K on a W124 Estate. I was just wondering if there were any dealers out there that specialised in selling W124s in the South and whether you thought my budget was ok and what sort of engine I should aim for...

Just got back from my local Stealership (parts guy very unhelpful even though I had the part numbers :rolleyes: ) and I noticed they have the new BRABUS accessories brochures in stock. Can post cost & part numbers if anyone requires? How about some Offical BRABUS shiney pedals? a Steal -...

Found a showroom up the road from me, which have 4x w202's one is a C200 Sport in sliver (I like!) and is £3999. My budget is £3400max. As ive never bought from a dealer before, if I say I can pay in cash/ show them some faults (if any), what is the likelyhood I can get it down closer to my...

Last night went out in the Land Cruiser. Stopped at lights after a few miles and became aware of friction material stink and smoke rising from NSR wheel. Entire alloy wheel was so hot I could not touch it. Wonderful, as vehicle had only the previous day come back from annual service by main...

After some advise here, basically I need an address or telphone of Merc uk to complain about the service I have received from a main dealer after purchasing a new car. Dava

Dear all, Appologies if this is answered elsewhere, but I couldn't find it! I am in the process of buying a W203 Sport Coupe 220CDI from a non MB dealer (but they have another franchise) who tells me that they'll service the car for me and this won't affect the warranty, however MB tell me...