purchase

Hi all, I'm completely new to the Mercedes world, currently own a BMW 335i. Looking to sell the 335i and purchase a C63. I went to look at one yesterday but I was a bit sceptical on the next service due in May 2015 or 53k (car has 43k). The chap was telling me that you should only go on...

Hi All....new to MB owrership and looking for a rhd 70s SL....restored a couple of british classics but now after something different.....is this the best forum for restoration advice and pointers to who can supply genuine cars....thanks in advance... Steve

I'm really struggling to clarify something before I conclude the purchase of a C63 coupe. Could someone please clarify whether a 12/12 C63 coupe with PPP (registered 1/3/12 apparently but Glass's guide declares it as MY2011 if that means anything?) has the updated MCT gearbox or the old 7g. I...

Hi guys, I had never bought a Mercedes before, but I found my experience so unusual that I want to share it with you. At the end of last summer I went to a main dealer in Cheshire to see the new C Class and to be honest I had a bit of a false start. In fact, despite my request, one of...

Hi all, So today I decided to cash in on my BMW 330d and purchase a 62 plate Black C63. Hopefully collecting it early next week. The car has a great spec apart from the wheels are the standard 18" 5 spoke Grey / Silver alloys. I obviously want to get wheels to match the car and also the...

Hi all Recently purchased a car acident damaged Had a MB club Sticker in the window, so I thought Why not sign up. Its ahd abit of a smack on the front end i'l have to sort out, before i can get it going. I thought someone on here may know some info on this car, in the hope of getting this...

Hi, Am looking to buy a 2010 CLS 350 which has done just over 100k miles, price to change is very competitive and the car is an approved Mercedes one and comes with 12 months Mercedes warranty, are there any particular problems to look out for? Many thanks.

Hi I have just brought a 1971 SL (non runner). The bodywork is exceptionally good! Having brought the car blind from an auction I am starting to notice a few bits which I need address. The first being the fuel pump. The previous owner has connected the pump directly to the battery with a...

Hi All, I've done a search and can't find any specific guide on the matter, so could anyone give me a quick 'idiots guide' to what I should look out for when buying a 06 MY E63..... The vehicle I'm looking at has 60k miles with full Merc service and 2 owners from new. Disks are being replaced...

1968 280SE Saloon Purchase Advice Hi all, I am a new member that needs a bit of advice. I am new to the MB and I am going to look at a car this week and need to know what to look for. The car I am viewing is a 1968 280SE saloon, it’s had lots of work on the engine and gearbox and they...

Hi All. I am looking for a cheap reliable run around I need to be able to fit a suitcase in and a few shopping bags. I will need to leave it standing for a week or 2 at a time I have a budget of around 2.5k what do u think i could stretch to. I'm not a fan of small engine small cars...

Calling out to those in the know! Im trying to get a better feel for what my year 1 costs would be excluding fuel and insurance. Im not holding out for an enthusiast owned car and as such expect to get my hands dirty with a car between 70k-100k miles the following are what I would provide...

mornibg everyone, hope this is in the right section of the forum, but came across this sl55 on auto trader yesterday and from the pictures it looks very reasonably priced. the dealer sent over the service history which could explain the lower price than usual, has had full dealer service up...

Hello, Having never owned a Mercedes I'm now considering changing my E39 BMW Touring for a W210 E Class, due to the larger estate area. I'm particularly interested in the E55 and am well aware of (at least some) of the potential issues. As I'm not that mechanically minded and a decent (or...

Hi Guy's, I'm currently extremely interested in purchasing a ML270 for the family. I have been reading as much as possible on this and other Mercedes forums to gain as much knowledge and horror stories. What I have read has both made me a bit more nervous but not put me off, but I am now...

Hi Guy's, I'm currently extremely interested in purchasing a ML270 for the family. I have been reading as much as possible on this and other Mercedes forums to gain as much knowledge and horror stories. What I have read has both made me a bit more nervous but not put me off, but I am now...

So I think I've maybe decided to take the plunge and buy one of these infernal things. Currently have a PC, a laptop and a Samsung tablet. The latter I'm relatively happy with but at times it can be frustratingly unco-operative. So advice please. Is this a decent buy? Buy Apple iPad with...

I'm in the market for a E320CDI W211, post 2006 facelift version. In the engine department is there any concerns about the turbo longevity above 100K miles. With a FSH how long before a turbo should expect to need replacing? I went to see a 103K car yesterday, drove very well, but under the...

I went to look at an E320CDI Estate yesterday, 103K on an 07 plate. Bodywork very genuine and clean i.e. some minor chips and light surface scratches but very straight. Interior looking half its age / mileage. 1 owner and FMBSH, all good so far. The wheels had received an outer face refurb...

W212 audio system advice - HK vs aftermarket Hi Guys As some of you may know i'm starting my search on a W212 saloon (7G) within the next couple of weeks, one of the things on my wishlist was to look for one with Harmon Kardon sound system however due to the budget doesnt look like this will...