r230

Hi, I have an issue where the Boot Lid on my SL350 will not stay open, but continually falls on my head - I need to replace the Boot Lid Gas Struts where they even have their Part Number conveniently written on them (Q7 A230 750 0036). My question concerns the fact that I have (in error)...

Hi. I am/have replaced the Command Head Unit in my 2005 SL350 and am installing an Alpine X800D-U connected to a JL HD900/5 Amplifier to run the OEM BOSE Speakers. All working so far EXCEPT I am not receiving an FM Signal at the head unit (the aerial connection from the head unit and up to the...

Morning all, I'm sure this has been asked/discussed lots before but I have a car full of the dreaded condensation. I've dried it all out and thought I'd cured it - turns out leaving the windows open 1/4 inch stops it, which is great until it rains!!! I've had a look at the tray on the nearside...

Bought a cheap Sahara indoor cover for my SL but it keeps ripping on the aerial when putting it on so looking for a better one. Any recomondations for this. Thanks

I'm in the process of wanting to upgrade/replace my Bose system as I need a more up to date set up for my Sl55 2003. I would like to have a good sound system, Bluetooth, dab radio, phone, reverse camera, ipod connectivity, sat Nav, cd, touch screen,etc. So here is were I'm confused. How many...

I am looking to get some more power and responsiveness from the car. I also have XJR and XKR (both 4.2 SC) and I feel that the 5.0L in the Merc, whilst not matching the other two should be closer in performance. Bearing this in mind does anyone on here have any experience of remapping Mercs in...

Hi, I had asked this question in a slightly different context before, but sadly received no replies. Worth another shot perhaps ... I am fitting an after market head unit into my 2005 SL350 and also replacing the BOSE Amp with a 5-Channel JL HD900/5 Amp. I have received some (limited) advice...

Hi, I'm proposing to fit a Reversing Camera to my 2005 SL350 (R230) to plug into my replacement head unit (Alpine X800D-U). I have seen one CCD camera that looks about the correct size to replace/substitute for one of the Number Plate Lights (Built-in Camera plus LED Light), but I cannot see how...

What do I ask for it? 2004 82000 miles. P/S/H maintained and full documentation from day one (of me owning it) had trouble with the ABC sagging an issue but not whilst mobile. Full Brabus kit. Sounds amazing with 20 inch Brabus wheels. I know what I paid and how much I spent on it, I know it's...

Hello I am new to this forum and recently bought a SL500 2004. It is my first Mercedes (dare I say on here I have 2 Jaguars; XKR and XJR and just sold a 645) so I am a bit of a V8 car nut. Having seen around 40 500's at auction over this year I finally found one that I felt was suitable, of...

Amg III wheels for sale. SL R230 fitment. 18 inch, 8.5j ET33 front with good Pirelli P-zero tyres 255/40/18. 9.5j ET30 rear with worn Pirelli P-Zero tyres 285/35/18. Wheels are straight, not cracked or buckled. However there is some kerbing and paint bubbling.

The first R230s apparently had a fuel tank fitted that had either no baffles or too few baffles allowing fuel to slosh around in the tank too freely which apart from all else could be heard from within the cabin.......consequently the fuel tank was modified for later cars with additional...

Anyone got any good ideas of bags which could neatly fit behind the seats of an R230, and inside the boot? Understood that there's a rather nifty £400 Mercedes leather bag that was sold "back in the day" to go BEHIND the seats, but I'm looking for something cheaper and perhaps not as wide and...

The passenger side rear 1/4 window has been intermittently sticking of late in the closed position. Up until now this has been rectified by opening and closing the door window a couple of times and eventually it has worked. For the last two days it hasn't! When the door opens the window does not...

Unfortunately, due to a change in personal circumstances, my very much loved R230 SL500 must be sold. It has recently had a VAST amount of work done to it, but will list the photos first then the details. (click the photos for larger versions). Photos Details The car has...

HI. I'm in the process of changing this worn out ABC suspension to a SL suspension. It's the same as a SL350 but there's 5 important things to complete must be done. 1. Front torsion bar 2. Rear torsion bar 3. Replace tandem pump to a single pump 4. ABC delete and data card. 5. 20 hours labour.

Hi. I'm the owner of a MB SL R230 Brabus B11, I'm not too green but I'm wondering how many other people own these sorts of car? I am aware or a gold B11 R230 in London but that's about it! If anyone knows of any drop us a post!! Regards.

Greetings! I'm after a small favour... when my SL was repaired the paint shop managed to lose the quadrant that covers the access to replace the bulbs in the rear light cluster... I'm having a little trouble with breakers etc to explain the piece in question. So anyone fancy popping...

I have a 2003 R230 SL55 and for some time I get a slight rattle from the rear when going very slowly over light bumps. I have been trying to find what it is for ages and have now found it, but unsure how to fix? It seems to be coming from the handbrake cables that go into the rear hubs (both...

The passenger side rear 1/4 window has been intermittently sticking of late in the closed position. Up until now this has been rectified by opening and closing the door window a couple of times and eventually it has worked. For the last two days it hasn't! When the door opens the window does not...