retro

Hi all I'm new on here, so firstly thought i'd introduce myself! I've purchased a Command Sat Nav unit for my mothers ML 270 MY2002 from ebay. I tried putting it in last night, however, there are 3 separate plugs from the old CD/Radio unit. 2 fit straight into the command (And everything...

hi ive got a 98' 320 with the older style dial heater controls could anyone tell me if the climate control (the one that looks like a radio) can be retro fitted. im aware ill have to change some of the centre console trim id just like to know about the wiring. could i be lucky enough for it to...

Hi All My first posting on this very informative forum.I would like to fit cruise control on my b180 and have been told that all i need is a few items including the switch stalk,anybody have any ideas. Thanks

New screen fitted today New rain & light sensor fitted Aaaargh! Connector is different !!!! Wiring has 4 pin connector, new sensor only has 3 pins Guessing this is from the fact that my car is right on the change-over from separate rain sensor and light sensor to the combined (and current)...

Hello, Looking at retro fitting a two sensor system on my ML, miss having it from my previous car and although the back 'is the back' its still quite big.. Anyway, I appreciate most standard fit systems have the the unit towards the front of the dash (and this would look best) but I'm...

Hello, I have a two sensor system for my ml and thought I could put the sensors in the rear bumper 'flaps' where the spare wheel carrier would be. The system has a control box that the display / buzer connect to and then the sensors plug into the box. the box itself has only two wires...

Hi, is this possible?!

Hello All, I'm afraid i'm a new guy on the block so please bare with me ok. I am researching the possibility of retro fitting my E Class with Comand APS. I bought my car "Of the Shelf" in January this year,so i settled for just the merc phone kit and the Audio 20. The quotes from main dealers...

Hi Chaps/Chappesses If I buy a 1999-2000 ish E55 without a navigation system - what are the options/costs related for retro fitting a system? Is it better to buy a MB approved one, or should I just opt for a 'HALFORDS' special. I would prefer not to have one stuck to the windscreen, instead...

Nice alloys, shame he only has a pair. Would make ideal spares for those with W123's http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Mercedes-W123-280E-Saloon-Pair-of-Alloy-Wheels_W0QQitemZ160032451587QQihZ006QQcategoryZ31355QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

hi firstly let me say thanks to all the people who have put up all the helpful information on the forum. I have recently bought a CLK year 2000 model and have also purchased a comand system model number A210 820 56 89. i undertand that this wil work with my car. i have fitted it but the...

Hi all, is it possible to retro fit air con to a w202? Would it be hellishly exepensive and/or a potential source of trouble if it is possible? And would benz do it or would I be better off with an independent or specialaist air-con outfit? Cheers.

Can anyone please help with how the plastic body sill moulding is fixed to the body, top and bottom, and if it is clips or bolts? It would also be very helpful if anyone has fitted a facelift bodykit to a pre facelift car and can advise any part numbers for the countless clips. I think my Merc...

I stole this from another forum its a firm that will retro fit just about anything to your mercedes, the options that you did not fit when buying new like heated seats, comand, folding mirrors etc and is a firm that over 40 MB dealers use. http://www.braybrooks.co.uk/merc.htm gary

woohooo its in and works (ish) the only problem i had was that when i positioned the gps antenna the unit said it picked up 6 sat's but i fixed it all in and now i can not find one!!!!!! i think it's a dodgy antenna but it did only cost me £9. might go with the genuine merc one unless anyone is...

i have messed up i think. i want to put a comand unit in my 2001 clk coupe but i dont have a clue. i have a a163 unit and think i need a a208 unit. can i use the a163? can someone tell me all the parts i need and where to source them? and can i use the multi function on the steering wheel and...

I want to fit some reversing sensors/display to my W210 as it's one of the only toys it doesn't have and have seen things like these http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/LED-Display-4-Sensor-Car-Reversing-Parking-Radar_W0QQitemZ5824647079QQcategoryZ14935QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem I'm quite happy to fit myself but...

Hi all, Have ordered a new MB B Class but did not opt for either the pre wire or sat nav Is it possible to retro fit either of these items as an after market? ideally really need to be able to use the phone on the move Any advice greatfully receieved Regards Pete

Hi, Does anybody know the parts needed to fit headlamp wipers to a 1998 W202 c class, some sort of basic parts list would be good. Thanks in advance Boycie. :confused:

I have just bought a CLK with electric leather seats, but they are not heated. Has anyone had or know of someone that does retro fit heated elements? Cheers, Jez.