maintaining

Hi all, I am currently running an 03 C270 which I generally maintain myself and have done inlet manifold modification, alternator, high pressure fuel pump seals, and a few suspension components plus other bits. I am having to change the car due to my job and do roughly 40,000 miles per year, I...

hi all... got the e55 yesterday with aftermarket 20" alloys with chrome rims and black to spokes.... what is the best way to preserve them? I suppose wash as normal... but after drying should I use a chrome polish and or place a film of ol over the surface? or none of these.... its just that...

Hi As my two W124 E300D's are "keepers", i wish to keep up the maintenance on these vehicles. However when I first bought my green W124 I spent ££££ at MB Dealers on parts etc, although I do all the labour work myself. In recent times, i've decided to go for the cheaper option of non genuine...

Time for renewal - myself and the good lady alternate holding the policy to keep our no claims. Is it true that you can have no policy for up to 2 years and keep your no claims?

I just bought an '82 500sl, which I'm delighted with! It is in generally very good condition with a few bubbles if rust starting to come through. What is the best way to maintain the car? sanding and patching, new wings, new bumpers? Can anyone recommend a good body shop in the glasgow area? Any...

Hi, I've had my new baby (C320) for a week now and today spent 4hrs cleaning and polishing, planning on waxing tomorrow. Question I have is whether there are any good practices to avoid or reducing the chances of car getting stone chips and other 'damages' / grit n grime? Things like keeping...

In common with a few members, I have regular services done at MB Dealers to keep FMBSH. However, I am baulking at the cost of the next service (a B service) because Steve already knows my car inside out, and a B service done by him at his dealership will actually take the same time as an A...