adile220
Active Member
Hi All,
Been here for a little while now, and have been the owner of a 1996 e220 w124 coupe for the past year, which is now my DD.
Got a list of things to do on the car, but at 68k it still feels like it has a lot of life still left in it. The lacquer has reacted to something in the past, so the bodywork looks cloudy, plus a few battle scars from over the years in the form of nicks and dents.
Had it fully serviced, including replacing the front lower arms with all bushes, and a set of springs to reduce the ride height. Then replaced the wheels with a set of 18inch AMG wheels - love the look, but can feel the effect it has had on the ride quality - I am happy with the compromise
A question to all - there are two issues which I will need to address, and would appreciate some insight on both...
1. The gearbox doesnt change as smoothly as it should - it holds when cold, and I feel it jumps slightly when changing into 2nd/3rd this is only when driving in 'D'. When in gear '3', this does not occur - the change is smooth. What could this be? How can I help reduce the effect?
2. My brake copper pipes were flagged up on the last MOT, as they have corrosion on them. After checking them out, they are looking tired - does MB have complete pipe kits, or is it best to have the copper piping replaced for stuff off a reel?
Not something I would like to attempt on my own in any case, but would anyone have an idea of what is involved, and an indication on what to expect in labour hours/cost?
3. It has a funny idle - sometimes with the car in drive and my foot on the brake it surges forwards. The idle is not very stable, but not erratic enough to need to be seen to. Thought this may be to do with it being a 4 cylinder...
Finally a recommendation to a garage to have this kind of work done would be most appreciated - I am based in South London.
I am in love with my Coupe. I have other cars which are preferred by onlookers and friends, and am often chastised for my love of the old barge - but I prefer over most, if not all the cars I have owned over the years! From the era of what I feel are the proper Mercs!
Thanks all,
Adil Ismail
Been here for a little while now, and have been the owner of a 1996 e220 w124 coupe for the past year, which is now my DD.
Got a list of things to do on the car, but at 68k it still feels like it has a lot of life still left in it. The lacquer has reacted to something in the past, so the bodywork looks cloudy, plus a few battle scars from over the years in the form of nicks and dents.
Had it fully serviced, including replacing the front lower arms with all bushes, and a set of springs to reduce the ride height. Then replaced the wheels with a set of 18inch AMG wheels - love the look, but can feel the effect it has had on the ride quality - I am happy with the compromise
A question to all - there are two issues which I will need to address, and would appreciate some insight on both...
1. The gearbox doesnt change as smoothly as it should - it holds when cold, and I feel it jumps slightly when changing into 2nd/3rd this is only when driving in 'D'. When in gear '3', this does not occur - the change is smooth. What could this be? How can I help reduce the effect?
2. My brake copper pipes were flagged up on the last MOT, as they have corrosion on them. After checking them out, they are looking tired - does MB have complete pipe kits, or is it best to have the copper piping replaced for stuff off a reel?
Not something I would like to attempt on my own in any case, but would anyone have an idea of what is involved, and an indication on what to expect in labour hours/cost?
3. It has a funny idle - sometimes with the car in drive and my foot on the brake it surges forwards. The idle is not very stable, but not erratic enough to need to be seen to. Thought this may be to do with it being a 4 cylinder...
Finally a recommendation to a garage to have this kind of work done would be most appreciated - I am based in South London.
I am in love with my Coupe. I have other cars which are preferred by onlookers and friends, and am often chastised for my love of the old barge - but I prefer over most, if not all the cars I have owned over the years! From the era of what I feel are the proper Mercs!
Thanks all,
Adil Ismail
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