W124 E280 Under bonnet insulation

[Philirv]

Maybe other W124 owners can confirm:

I noticed after purchase of my car that there is no insulation underneath the bonnet, just bare spray metal.

However, I can see evidence of adhesive on the bonnet surface.

Should there be insulation on there ? If so, ought I get it re-installed or will it damage the paintwork ?

Any advice appreciated.

Philirv

 

[Sp!ke]

You can buy a new foam liner from the dealer for about £20.

I bought one about a month ago, fix in place with normal contact adhesive.

 

[robert.farmer]

I have just had a look and no i have not got one nor any sign of one ever being there, there is only a quarter piece bulhead end which seems to cover the fuses and battery when the bonnet is closed.

 

[PJH]

Mine has got the insulation.

 

[Ian B Walker]

My 1992 260E has complete underbonnet insulatiom as well. Will post piccy of it tomorrow if anyone wants?

 

[Kinky]

ditto - 100% present and correct.

 

[Ian B Walker]

260E underbonnet insulation

 

[Sp!ke]

Apparently there are two varieties of insulation, The full version and a quarter version.

The full version is now only available for the Diesel models....the only difference being that the Diesel models had a reflective silver panel on the left hand side of the bonnet, directly over the exhaust headers. Well worth the £20 if you ask me.

 

[Philirv]

Thanks for the pics.

I'll invest in one as it can't be doing the bonnet paintwork much good
Ta
Philirv