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So, I have bought myself one of these (universal OBD2 EOBD CAN BUS Fault Code PC Diagnostic Reader Scanner UK)data cables to attach the laptop and want the members recommendations on software to install so as I might run diagnostics on the car. It came with some software but its very basic and I...

Hi all, I'm sure they're are suggestions on the forum but as I'm really tight for time I hope you don't mind me asking a repetitive question; I'm looking for a reliable, good quality alloy wheel repairer in the Surrey / South west London area for my girlfriends Audi wheels. The alloys...

As per the title my faithful old desktop is very slowly dying so needs replacing. Can anyone recommend a good make for a desktop, looking for Inteli7, upto 16gb memory and windows 7. Thanks in advance my learned friends

My DVD player keeps coming with errors now with any disc ie dvd or cd . Anyone recommend a decent cleaner? Also if this fails anyone ever had these repaired? Refurbished etc. If please point me in right direction :)

I recently saw a presentation by a leading sat nav company who can install little black boxes in all company vehicles to record mileage, speed and location and log the information on a website. All very useful but at a high cost. I think the same functionality will be available through a low...

Hi all, We've suffered some damage to my 2011 ML350 Grand Edition, Diamond White metallic. The damage was caused on the motorway by a car coming in the other direction, which mounted the central reservation and threw a barrage of debris into my car. To cut a long story short, I am making a...

I would like to get the g wagen resprayed. She has very little rust but some blemishes through stone chips and some seriously bad touch-ups by previous owners. I also need to get my old 911 sorted which will be a major task, however I am concerned that there is a 'porsche premium' levied by...

Hi all, Should I go for my next service at mercedes dealership or independent mb specialist here in Nottingham? I am due In for a B service.. Any downsides to using a specialist? Cheers

Having spent a good while wrestling with brake calipers to swap my front bearings tis week, I notice that the brake discs are knackered too. Any recommendations for replacement brands (decent quality, reasonable price) for W202 c280?? I see ECP have pagid discs and pads, which I assume are...

Hi guys Unbelievably my 2 year lease for my C350 is coming to an end. Man that has gone quick. I need to start thinking about returning it to MBFS. I know there has been some horror stories about MBFS return standards, has anyone returned a lease car recently and can offer any advice? I am...

Hello MBC! My first post here so you have to apologize if I seem a tad green. I really have set my eyes on an ML and I'd really like some advice on what things to look out for, what year / model (it doesnt necessarily need to be the 320) are good and less problematic, what to look out for when...

Up to now I have serviced all my own cars but age and complex electronics will probably mean that I have to bite the bullet and use a good professional soon. I'm 50 miles north of Aberdeen and would like to know if anyone knows of a good independent specialist within 100 miles or so. Cheers...

Well today i have bitten the bullet and bought my first Mercedes! I have bought a 04, 05my CLK 320 convertible she drives really well but is a bit grubby (kids) inside i plan on a full valet of witch i would like recommendations please (north Kent area) i pick it up on Wednesday and as soon as i...

Hi all, I have a couple of chips I would like to cover and have been looking at kits online. The plate on my car has number 191 ( no C in front ) so I am curious as to the name of paint etc, its the std shiny black which I thought was obsidian black Can someone confirm this and recommend a...

Hi all, I bought my 2001 SLK 230 from and am considering buying a warranty - I've been reading a little about them but wanted to hear from my new MB friends whether they think its a good idea? Thanks in advance (",)

I have just come to the end of a 2.5ltr container of Turtle Wax Zipwax, car shampoo. Before I buy some more car shampoo, I would be interested to find out what other members are using and why. The best results are what I'm looking for. TIA. Paul.

My list of burs I would like has grown to include a ss exhaust. This might be a little premature as the front down pipe and centre section were replaced two years ago and as I havnt done more than 2k there still new in my eyes. That said, im going to need something nuce sticking out from under...

As the nights are becoming darker earlier. Im noticing how dim the lights are on my 2009 A Class. Does anyone have any recommendations to replace the stock bulbs with? Both Low Beam and Main beam are H7 bulbs. Id liked to have a bit white light rather than the yellow and more power...

I've just changed the thermostat on my W203 C270 and to make things a tad easier removed the oil filter which sits right in front of the stat. Not the easiest to remove with big hands, without a tool, but I managed it. So can anyone advise which tool is needed and a supplier, I've looked...

Hi all I need to get a long range cordless phone WITH answering machine ( ideally with 2 handsets ) for work. Need minimum 200m range outdoors , there are loads when i google for them , all promising 300m range , but i would be interested to hear of any that you can recommend through...