W211 Cluster mods

[Gollom]

I know that Miro posted a most helpful list of B-class mods - anybody have a list of what is possible on a W211? I'm pretty sure that auto-folding mirrors and cornering lights can be done (?) but what else is possible?

 

[television]

Auto folding mirrors can be done, not sure about the others

 

[Gollom]

Anybody have this information? Much appreciated

 

[glojo]

Hi Gollom,
I don't really understand the question but anything is possible with the 211, it just depends on the size of the wallet. If you are getting an Avantgarde then bi-xenons are standard, otherwise if you drive on non illuminated roads, these lights are amazing. cornering lights? Or active headlights. On the older 211's (pre face-lift) only the headlights move, there is no switching on of one fog-light. we have this option but the headlights are so good, I honestly don't think it worthwhile.

COMAND
The first saloons did not have this even as an option and I have no idea if it can be retro fitted on the very first saloons.

Hands Free Telephone
Well worth having the kosher upgrade

Linguatronic
I have spoken to folks that think it a waste of space, and I've spoken to others that swear by it (not at it) This can be retro-fitted, but again it is not cheap. I think Braybrooks quote something like £800 +

Auto Folding Mirrors
A great option and well worth having

I'm sure that there are enough owners of this model on the forum to be able to discuss all the different upgrades and offer an opinion or three.

It's a pity your choice hasn't got full leather but it's not the end of the world. Remember that unlike the 210, there are a number of differences between the Avantgarde and Elegance. The former has a much sportier suspension that is not to everyone's liking, plus it has those impressive headlights as standard.

I have a full list of options for the early 211's and if I can be of further assistance please give me a shout.

Regards
John

 

[Gollom]

Hi Gollom,
I don't really understand the question but anything is possible with the 211, it just depends on the size of the wallet. If you are getting an Avantgarde then bi-xenons are standard, otherwise if you drive on non illuminated roads, these lights are amazing. cornering lights? Or active headlights. On the older 211's (pre face-lift) only the headlights move, there is no switching on of one fog-light. we have this option but the headlights are so good, I honestly don't think it worthwhile.

COMAND
The first saloons did not have this even as an option and I have no idea if it can be retro fitted on the very first saloons.

Hands Free Telephone
Well worth having the kosher upgrade

Linguatronic
I have spoken to folks that think it a waste of space, and I've spoken to others that swear by it (not at it) This can be retro-fitted, but again it is not cheap. I think Braybrooks quote something like £800 +

Auto Folding Mirrors
A great option and well worth having

I'm sure that there are enough owners of this model on the forum to be able to discuss all the different upgrades and offer an opinion or three.

It's a pity your choice hasn't got full leather but it's not the end of the world. Remember that unlike the 210, there are a number of differences between the Avantgarde and Elegance. The former has a much sportier suspension that is not to everyone's liking, plus it has those impressive headlights as standard.

I have a full list of options for the early 211's and if I can be of further assistance please give me a shout.

Regards
John

I understand that there are "hidden" options accessed via the cluster display that can only be revealed by STAR - for instance the folding mirrors are standard but the auto folding function can be turned on via STAR.

A list of what came as standard on an 06 (pre-facelift) AvantGarde would be good please John if you have it. Or even the standard price list for the pre- facelift W211? - that of course lists everything anyway

Many thanks

 

[glojo]

I understand that there are "hidden" options accessed via the cluster display that can only be revealed by STAR - for instance the folding mirrors are standard but the auto folding function can be turned on via STAR.

A list of what came as standard on an 06 (pre-facelift) AvantGarde would be good please John if you have it. Or even the standard price list for the pre- facelift W211? - that of course lists everything anyway

Many thanks

If you pm me your e-mail address I will post the pdf price list for a 2005 E-class.

I'm not sure about the revised Easy Entrance\Exit feature for the 211 and after 2004 I believe there have been numerous cut backs, but on our vehicle the drivers seat Easy Exit feature can be adjusted via STAR. The seat is designed to move back to allow easy exit, but for drivers well endowed in the leg department STAR can adjust the seat to move even further back.

Regards
John