restoration

Hi everyone i would like some advice please i have some pics of my car but have no clue how to upload them on this forum i bought my w124 in Polar white (i think) several months back now, the guy i bought it off (Goldie) i think (guy was a *****) said it had just had paint correction done, i...

Don't know if any of you are 'friends' with Brabus on Facebook , but they have just posted a pile of photos about a 350 SE cabrio W111 that they are just beginning a restoration on. 100000 to 300000 Euros is the estimate. They'll be adding to the thread as it progresses...

I'm sure someone could give this Fiat a bit of love for 200 Euros? fiat 127 €200 For Sale (1983) on Car And Classic UK :crazy:

Mercedes Benz 190E 2.5-16 Complete Restoration - - Detailing World - Sorry if this has been posted before. :bannana:

Hi All, Some of you know I bought the above car that was being discussed on here.. Anyway, pics say a thousand words. This is how I bought her: But of course I wanted the car perfect so here we go.. Some welding to do and new genuine MB front wings and tailgate...

After 16 years of reliable service from my W124 in which I have attended to every mechanical need, I would like to turn my attention to the body work. Is anyone able to recommend a restoration workshop in the South Wales, West of England, South-west of England areas that will deal honestly...

Don't get your hopes up ! Front bumper substantial damage but been fibreglassed, needs a lot of work, may be salvageable, no inserts or fogs, whatever chromes I can find, no bumper bar Skirts x 2, cracked, no jack covers Rear bumper not too bad comparitively, whatever chromes I can find...

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So i need to get rid of some hazyness and scuffs on my front lights. I can get hold of a machine buffer no problem. Just need to know what products to buy. I understand that "Plastx" is a must have? If anyone could point me in the right direction with regards to the products i need i...

So i need to get rid of some hazyness and scuffs on my front lights. I can get hold of a machine buffer no problem. Just need to know what products to buy. I understand that "Plastx" is a must have? If anyone could point me in the right direction with regards to the products i need i...

Hi all, first of all, I know that this is not the correct forum but since I do not have 30 posts I have to post it here for the time being. Nevertheless, I understand that some of you are curious about the advance of the restoration project of my 300se fintail. Here's how far I am at the...

Hi everyone, This is my first thread though I have been reading up on bits for a while... I am currently (trying to) restore a W124 E220 cabrio for the last year, my sl 450 is in hibernation while this project consumes my time.... Problems include as per usual W124 stuff Rot lower front...

Hi all, since the w112 has the appropriate reputation of being a guzzler, do you have any ideas of how to reduce the fuel consumption considreably? how about changing the injectors - to which ones in that case? changing to electronic ignition, would that help? thanks for all comments

hi there, I have to replace the interior roof trim of the 300se fintail. do you have a contact to a professional who has the reputation of doing a good job? also I need to have the seams on the seats redone since the threads have hardened and break when one sits on them. Any names, addresses...

Hi All, just wanted to let you know if anyone needs advice on paint or bodywork issues feel free to ask I am a Mercedes specialist and can help out within the peterborough cambridge areas, am based in market Deeping and have 30+ yrs Exp within paint and restoration at fery affordable rates to...

Ok i've been meaning to do this for a while now... I'll give you a short update on what im doing. (also tried to put it in project section but wouldnt allow me :S) Car: W202 C230 Kompressor Manual 1997 original colour, brilliant silver New colour, Super black (non metalic) Spec: eletric...

I'm sure this should be of interest to someone on this forum.... Classic 1963 MERCEDES 220 project on eBay (end time 31-Dec-10 07:51:23 GMT) :thumb:

grand title, but looking for some advice before buying a cover. I've got a well worn steering wheel (mushroom, leather) I've had a quick stab at cleaning with a bog standard leather cleaner conditioner, didn't really help, would love to rid it of the gritty crumbly feel, all ideas will be...

mercedes 300 e 24v sportline w124 for restoration on eBay (end time 20-Sep-10 20:32:10 BST)

Following on from my thread in new members I thought I'd post up a little thread about my brother in law's E220 estate. His BMW diesel has just bitten the dust, as they're wont to do. It gobbled up a swirl flap or two; game over. To be honest I'm pleased to see the back of it, horrible...