Headlight

[emma9403]

W204 model, took car to garage today to check lights apparently I have 2 different headlights and that's why one look clear and one with a yellow tint and both have different fittings. I got the bulbs changed and one looks white and one looks yellows so been told only way new headlight. Had a look on net and can't really find. Anyone know any prices?

 

[Rashman]

You've only just recently got the car, haven't you?
Is it worth raising some questions as to why it has 2 different headlights?

Has it had a prang repaired before you got it?
Did you get it from a dealer?
Did they put the wrong headlight in?

 

[emma9403]

You've only just recently got the car, haven't you? Is it worth raising some questions as to why it has 2 different headlights? Has it had a prang repaired before you got it? Did you get it from a dealer? Did they put the wrong headlight in?

I got the car in July and my warranty was only for 3 months so it's up :-( , I had the paint work checked to see if been in any accidents etc and been told my 2 garages they think the car was keyed and maybe they smashed the headlight? But as u can imagine it's not looking good with different colour headlights lol . Garage seems to think they maybe put a cheap headlight in :-(

 

[grumpyoldgit]

Assuming you know which one is the wrong one, you could try Inchcape for genuine MB parts. They are usually helpful. Mercedes-Benz Parts, Inchcape

Or Euro Car Parts | The UK's Number 1 Provider of Car Parts Online and In Store for aftermarket replacements.

You may need to supply your VIN and it may help if you have the part numbers from both lights which are currently fitted.

 

[Rashman]

I got the car in July and my warranty was only for 3 months so it's up :-( , I had the paint work checked to see if been in any accidents etc and been told my 2 garages they think the car was keyed and maybe they smashed the headlight? But as u can imagine it's not looking good with different colour headlights lol . Garage seems to think they maybe put a cheap headlight in :-(

Yeah, sounds like a quickly-sourced replacement was installed.
If it was me, I'd suck it up and get a new one.
Well.. if the truth be told, I'd probably replace both of them.. and buy spares.... but that's just me

Hopefully, your "good" headlight still looks fresh.
Worst case scenario is that your new headlight looks fresher than your current "good" headlight.. then you'll be in the same situation

 

[Meldrew2]

Worst case scenario is that your new headlight looks fresher than your current "good" headlight.. then you'll be in the same situation

No handy tips on cleaning the inside of the headlight?



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[Rashman]

No handy tips on cleaning the inside of the headlight?



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lol

I'll happily replace some things.

 

[bob6600]

Worst case scenario is that your new headlight looks fresher than your current "good" headlight.. then you'll be in the same situation

This is what would concern me and could be a waste of money if it is not the same.

@OP, if you do get a used one, ensure it is the right part number.

 

[emma9403]

Thanks for all you help guys!