Hi from Norfolk - E250 cabriolet :)

[barnpot]

Hi, just registered on here after buying a 2010 E250 cabriolet.
New to Mercedes cars so have lots to ask.
Had it 3 days and so far enjoying it. I would like sat nav built in though so any advice appreciated.

 

[ash59fifty-uk]

Welcome! Let's see some pics

 

[barnpot]

Thanks, I will take some once she has been washed....it isn't the most exciting colour wise...Palladium silver /black interior...pretty standard Merc from what I have seen. I would have liked a light interior as I had a great cream leather in a Laguna a few years ago which looked great. I had to compromise a bit as my better half insisted on a manual version (hens teeth!) so limited options a bit. However I like it because it is "understated" , and I can always start a taxi business
Looking forward to taking her to France , and the wife can come too if she behaves !!

 

[JBD]

Palladium and black is a classic combo. I hope you enjoy it!

 

[barnpot]

Thanks JBD I am sure I will.
MB salesman? At Robinsons?

 

[alexR1]

Enjoy!

 

[barnpot]

Thanks, can anyone advise if an ntg 4.5 sat nav can be retrofitted into my 2010 e class cabrio? I have only seen reference to ntg 4 which does not have full post codes and only a pcmia slot

 

[tanuie]

Thanks, can anyone advise if an ntg 4.5 sat nav can be retrofitted into my 2010 e class cabrio? I have only seen reference to ntg 4 which does not have full post codes and only a pcmia slot

Hi, welcome to the forum, if you are thinking of changing the command, I would think of aftermarket satnav's ie. pioneer/kenwood/alpine.
They seem to do most things a bit better. Good luck with the car.

 

[BiteUK]

Welcome to the forum fella. Yes to an aftermarket sat-nav. A Mercedes retrofit will cost an arm and a leg at least!

 

[barnpot]

Well decided on a standard Garmin maps for life satnav rather than retrofit a built in one. Couldn't justify paying nearly 10 x more for the built in version which has not got great reviews anyway.

 

[barnpot]

Couldn't believe my luck!

Bit late responding here, but just to complete this thread...I almost shelled out for a new sat nav as I was told the car did not have it and always wondered why there was a nav booklet in with the manuals...turns out IT DOES HAVE SAT NAV....7 digit postcode too :bannana:

Guessing previous owner never realised it had nav either as route history is all around the original selling location miles from where I purchased it.

Not an obvious way to switch it on though, holding down the cancel button....would never have guessed it!

 

[JBD]

I am at MB in Norwich. Sorry about the late reply [emoji23]


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[barnpot]

Help regarding wheels and tyres

Hi again, just wondered if you ad any thoughts in this issue please?
I have standard 5 spoke 18" alloys on my E250 cabrio and hoped to change to a nicer style (in my opinion).
Tyres at the moment are standard I think at 255/25 & 235/40 on 8/8.5 staggered rims.
I have seen some used ones I like which are 255/45 & 235/50, would the increased diameter (about 24mm) pose any real issues for the car please?

For some reason the car has "sport" suspension but is a non sport standard bhp engine, and I feel the ride is fine on good roads but harsh at times elsewhere, would the increased tyre profile help this does anyone think.

Thanks

 

[JBD]

Increased tyre profile should help, as they have more give


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