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How much is it to replace a C200 CDI coupe turbo? Pretty annoyed but even at £1000 repair its still £1000 cheaper than what I'd pay on the forecourt. But my fathers a good engineer and he could do it himself so I'm wondering A: where to get refurbed turbos? or should I buy new? B: How...

Hi All, I know well that sometimes a trouble shared works wonders, so I thought I’d offer this up and see if the same could be said for a dilemma. Both these models can be found for around the same money, and until I came across an image of the 220 my mind was made up. I’d had a hankering...

How do you remove the cat pipe section on a E300 TD? The elbow at the steering column seems to be a bother, not much room, will it fall once the clamps are open or there will be a lot of twisting and turning to let it go? Cheers. Olivier

The problem started on Saturday, a very hot day, when I tried to start my car. The engine turned over but refused to start. Releasing the key did not stop the starter motor running. Only turning the key all the way back stopped the starter motor. On the second attempt, the engine started to run...

I have a very difficult car related decision to make. After 10 years of ownership and 140k miles I will be facing some big bills sooner or later:- 1 The autobox is just beginning to slip a little when cold. A refurbishment through the main dealership might stretch to £2k 2 Rust starting...

Hi guys, As i started to say in my intro i have just bought a 190 petrol auto 1989 with only 72000 mls great condition throughout....got it for the wife to drive but she is not happy with the starting in the mornings. I know to action the choke you must press the accelerator down andit does...

Hi folks. I've a '95 W202 with 140K on the clock, very reliable up to now. I go away a bit, and battery always flat when I get back, so replaced recently. Lately however, having great difficulty in starting. Turns over fine, but doesn't catch. When it does, it's slow/jumply for a...

I was in a MB dealers yesterday getting a quote for a service, after they gave me the quote I mentioned I would try county cars in cheltenham, and if it was cheaper would you price match. The service chap said we would normally but County Cars are going out of bussiness in march so they could...

:confused: I am sat here with a certain amount of indecision. I hate that when I see a psot from a forum member, especially when it involves a marque other than MB. Now I have had MB for 26 years. Nothing else. I am watching a 2004 E55 from a private seller who seems sound. I would buy...

So I have changed my HU from an Audio 10 to a JVC KWAVX double din unit. Sadly, the radio reception is still pony. Someone suggested I might get a booster to plug behind the unit. Can't really find what I need...any pointers?

I've been thinking (dangerous and expensive) - how difficult would it be to retrofit Parktronic; I know it was an option on the W140 and probably standard on the higher-end models. What would be needed? Replacement bumpers, wiring, some sort of control module and the dash mounted display...

My friend has a 1998 E320 petrol which has always been well maintained but for the past 6 months has become difficult to start. The car has been to both his local garage and to Mercedes but neither has managed to fix it. Here are the symptoms:- Sometimes the engine just won't fire on the first...

I have a 2001 270cdi manual and have great problems getting 1st & 2nd when cold. After a few miles it is fine. Any ideas

Hi all, As above really, Ive only had the old girl a week or two and shes consistantly got worse starting when warm, shes spot on when cold but crap (2 or 3 attempts) when shes warm'ish. Any ideas as Im useless with cars useless! Cheers Paul:o

:confused: i recently bought a 1997 v230 as i need space for a wheelchair, it is my first merc and on the whole i am quite happy, however the engine does not like to restart when still warm. it will start perfectly when cold and will start when hot if you restart imediately after switching it...

Hi guys, I used to own a C280 about 2 yrs back and came here all the time - you're a fine bunch :bannana: :bannana: :bannana: Anyways, I've got a conundrum. I'm getting a new car, and went to my Benz stealeship and fell in love with the CLK coupe. I love the shape, and especially...

Hi, I am new to this forum and was hoping somebody could spare me a little help with my '97 CLK320. I am normally used to working with VW's and am not to familiar with the MB system. I would like to change the front pads - is it as straightforward as it seems? Do i need a wind-back tool...

I'll probably be needing new discs and pads over the next couple of months. Got a quote from dealer and fitting would be ~£100. Cos I'm a tight bugger I'm considering doing it myself (with lots of help from my dad - though he doesn't know that yet :p). £100 saved would be nice. Is it a...