C63 507 Model Register

[23 Romeo Tango]

Yes I have used sticky pads on my current pressed plates (simular to the ones in the link above, although mine are carbon effect finish), but in the past I've also fitted the standard acrylic plates with sticky pads and the technique described in post #1309.

 

[Deleted member 146414]

Gents,

What oil dya all run?

I see that 5wt-40 is the required stuff, but what brands are in / out of favour?

One shouldn’t go far wrong sticking with OEM oil of course, but there’s no guarantee that’s the best stuff.

Another ‘illness’ of mine is old British motorcycles, these are ‘flat tappet’ engines and recently a fantastic oil comparison test was done by a guy in the US. It was very interesting as many myths were bust, in particular that many high end, well known, branded oils broke down quickly in a flat tappet type scenario.

In the M159 the cam acts directly on the buckets, there are no rollers and the buckets do not rotate, so we essentially have the same action as a flat tappet engine.

Many modern oils are not designed with this action in mind.

In the aforementioned oil test, Royal Purple came out on top, closely followed by Bel Ray. I’m therefore thinking that 5wt-40 Royal Purple would be a good choice.

Are there any strongly held opinions regarding the best oil for the M159?

 

[AndyRC]

Gents,

What oil dya all run?

I see that 5wt-40 is the required stuff, but what brands are in / out of favour?

One shouldn’t go far wrong sticking with OEM oil of course, but there’s no guarantee that’s the best stuff.

Another ‘illness’ of mine is old British motorcycles, these are ‘flat tappet’ engines and recently a fantastic oil comparison test was done by a guy in the US. It was very interesting as many myths were bust, in particular that many high end, well known, branded oils broke down quickly in a flat tappet type scenario.

In the M159 the cam acts directly on the buckets, there are no rollers and the buckets do not rotate, so we essentially have the same action as a flat tappet engine.

Many modern oils are not designed with this action in mind.

In the aforementioned oil test, Royal Purple came out on top, closely followed by Bel Ray. I’m therefore thinking that 5wt-40 Royal Purple would be a good choice.

Are there any strongly held opinions regarding the best oil for the M159?

Nigel

Engine in the C63 M156, the M159 went in the SLS , unless you we’re lucky enough to have got one

I’d only use genuine MB spec oil , I was pointed in the direction of eBay MB Swansea by a member on here , 10 litres of the stuff for £38.40 delivered in 48 hours

Andy

 

[Deleted member 146414]

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Nigel

Engine in the C63 M156, the M159 went in the SLS , unless you we’re lucky enough to have got one

I’d only use genuine MB spec oil , I was pointed in the direction of eBay MB Swansea by a member on here , 10 litres of the stuff for £38.40 delivered in 48 hours

Andy

Of course the M159 is in the SLS Andy, I was thinking about my other car...

Thanks for the ebay tip.

 

[AndyRC]

Has anyone got one of these Himalaya Grey alloys they want to sell, or a full set? Don’t need to be perfect so long as no major damage or really bad corrosion. Not bothered if front or rear.

 

[AndyRC]

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Another one of those white ones

 

[IbanezDan51]

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Another one of those white ones

Discussed with Phil yesterday.

Only HK as an option.

Nice looking car though, looks very clean. (Again, in pictures but requires viewing to fully appreciate its condition...)

 

[Deleted member 146414]

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Has anyone got one of these Himalaya Grey alloys they want to sell, or a full set? Don’t need to be perfect so long as no major damage or really bad corrosion. Not bothered if front or rear.

Making a coffee table ??

 

[AndyRC]

Making a coffee table ??

It’s definitely a bit of a project but not a coffee table

 

[PD9]

Just came across this in the google archives in my search for an Obsidian saloon. Was anyone here lucky enough to get their hands on the Romans 507?

2013 Used Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Saloon Edition 5 | Obsidian Black Metallic

 

[rOckyAMG]

Just came across this in the google archives in my search for an Obsidian saloon. Was anyone here lucky enough to get their hands on the Romans 507?

2013 Used Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Saloon Edition 5 | Obsidian Black Metallic

That is perfect similar to my one.

 

[rOckyAMG]

This is my one.

 

[AndyRC]

New & Used Cars for Sale - Auto Trader UK

Interestingly there are 3 of the 11 Fire Opal Red coupes up for sale and one sold a few weeks back at LawtonBrook

 

[AndyRC]

This is my one.

Looking good on those shiny alloys

 

[PhilLinda]

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Interestingly there are 3 of the 11 Fire Opal Red coupes up for sale and one sold a few weeks back at LawtonBrook

One of them has been for sale since July last year and the other since October.

 

[Yex]

I’m guessing the known paint issues are deterring potential owners.

 

[IbanezDan51]

Shame as it’s a lovely colour. If you aren’t looking for one to cherish and keep original and it was priced accordingly to allow for potential paint repairs in the future then I think it’s the best colour for a W204.

 

[AndyRC]

One of them has been for sale since July last year and the other since October.

Although it doesn’t mention it I believe the one with 14,500 miles also has the Performance Suspension, which may put some folk off.

 

[rOckyAMG]

I would have bought one if it was a saloon or estate. It's a standout colour for me.

 

[rOckyAMG]

Looking good on those shiny alloys

I did shine them just before the pic.