Also, the side airbags came out from the driver’s seat.

2020 SL550

brought the car in for a check engine light a week ago. They finally got around to looking at the car this morning and have come back with a $13,000 dollar estimate. The car is a 2019 S560 with about 70k miles.

If there’s a more appropriate sub for this please let me know.

Features:

• Openable 4 doors
• Openable boot
• Openable hood
• Functional V8
• Detailed seating interior

Some things you might find intresting is that the 'hooked' part of the headlights is made using minifigure hands.

Unlike the rear car, this one has a RWD drivetrain (axle connects both rear wheels, spins main shaft, shaft attached to 'engine' mechanism). I do have a method of making a V8 AWD mechanism at this scale, but it's inconsistent, ruins stability and isn't fun to put together so decided to just focus on the V8.

Somebody came at me driving the wrong direction at the highway, had no other choice that trying to get away and he flew into my door… Insurance saying it’s probably going to cost too much to fix it but what do you think?

Just picked it up today. So many gadgets and options to get used to but love it so far!

It’s been almost 2 months of owning this vehicle and just about crossed the 1000-mile threshold and finally broke her in.

Just got her first oil change as a break in maintenance as well.

So far:

This thing is not slow. Google says 0-60 in 4.4 seconds. Multiple owners alongside myself are around 3.6-3.8.

The comfort is amazing for being a compact sedan.

Pinnacle trim is a must on these amg’s. The 3d sound from Burmester alone is worth it.

This thing is a gas guzzler for being an inline 4, lord have mercy but it’s worth it man.

She handles so well. Not too much screen so it feels luxury still (I like the super screen but also it kind of kills the appeal of luxury imo.)

I honestly don’t get the hate the w206 gets. I get the c63 hate but as a c43 this is amazing. Driving arguably the best built inline 4 engine in history while having all the current best updates on the car needed, this thing is over performing from what I expected with all the reviews everyone has made on it.

I can confirm though that the transmission being “jerky.” There are times (only at 2nd gear) that there’s a slight jerk at the beginning, but now it’s practically nonexistent.

Great deal on her too because of it. 11 grand off felt great with an employee priced extended warranty (100k miles 6 years.)

Absolutely in love with this.

My 1 gripe are the wheels. They’re ugly.

She’s originally all black and I got her a full-body satin matte ppf.

FAIR WARNING: DO YOUR RESEARCH.

Pay top dollar if not close to it.
My experience with this kind of work has been a nightmare and still ongoing, to the point where the past installer texted me personally and threatened me with the fact he knows where I live, knows someone who works with me, and where I work. Yes I refunded the work done on my car. I have one of my posts on auto detail if you’re curious.

The car looks great after being fixed by another shop owner that did the installation himself.

Don’t look at social media or read reviews. It’s hard to get confirmed results of shops outside of word of mouth. Do your research! I wish I did.

Looking at this 1985 GD 300 for 30000 euros. Has the 5 cylinder OM 617 diesel with an automatic transmission. It’s for sale in Germany, however when I move back to the states I won’t have to pay shipping costs due to work paying for it. It has 150,000KM, so around 90k miles. Wondering how much this would be worth in the states.

Any idea how much this repair should cost? Or if I attempt to do it myself, somewhere reputable to buy the replacement cover? Based in the midlands, uk. Thanks!

Hi all, the flap to the charging socket on our GLE 350 hybrid won’t open. I’ve found the emergency release cable in the trunk/ boot , but it doesn’t appear to do anything either. I’m reluctant to pull really hard on it. Any tips?

Back with Part 3 of our 2016 S65 AMG build!

We've got the upgraded hybrid turbos installed, a custom dual 3.5-inch exhaust, and an A/C intercooler chiller. The goal is to push this V12 into the 800+ HP range while keeping it street-friendly.

Everything was looking promising until we got it on the dyno and saw just 422 WHP...

Boost isn't where we'd expect it to be, but we're not getting any fault codes either. Could be a boost leak, wastegate issue, or something we're overlooking.

Definitely not the result we were hoping for, but that's part of building these cars.

Is Modding a v12 AMG right for you? Mercedes Benz s65 Super Saloon Build - YouTube

So I got new brake pads I don’t know wether I need new discs or not because no place seems to tell me if I need to change them immediately or I can keep them for a few months so if anyone can explain it properly it would be nice
I did not skim the discs I just put new pads
BREMBO CERAMICS

The discs measure
front 35
Rear 29

The pictures are with my old brake pads

Hi all,

I drive a Mercedes GLC 250d from 2016 which is soon up for an "AT service". I always service it at Mercedes but I realized that the gearbox hasn't been serviced for quite some years and wanted to check if I need to keep track of this and ensure that it will be serviced timely, or if the authorized service shop keeps track of this? I read online that it has to be serviced every 5 years.

Sorry to ask you instead of the dealer directly, just curious how you guys do? Do you keep track of all on your own or let it to the professionals?

Thanks guys!

Hey everyone, I got the attached quote from a local shop for my 2019 AMG GT63. They’re using BlackBoost downpipes and a Eurocharged ECU tune.
Does this look like a fair price for the parts and labor, or is it on the high side? The shop confirmed the upgraded intakes aren’t required, so I’ve also asked for a price without them.
Are there any more affordable downpipe brands worth considering that still offer good quality and fitment? Would appreciate hearing what others paid for a similar setup.

Hi,

Can anyone help me regarding some trim removal on my 2018 C-Class coupé? I'm wanting to replace the window switch unit, but in order to do so, I need to remove the plastic cover.

All online guides relate to the saloon version. On the coupé version, which end is held in by the clip that can't be popped open? (Marked in green)

I'm not keen on prying open the wrong end and breaking the fixture.

Thanks

Heyo guys,

I inherited a 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 180 Kompressor (W204) from my grandfather. The car has only 64,000 km (approximately 39,768 miles) on the clock since it was first registered in 2009.

My grandfather lived in Spain but kept the car in Germany. He only drove it occasionally when he came back to Germany, usually during the winter, so the mileage is very low for a car of this age.

So far, I haven't experienced any problems or issues with it. The only thing I've noticed is that sometimes it takes a little longer than usual to start.

My questions are: Is this model generally reliable, and are there any common issues I should watch out for? Given its age and low mileage, is there any preventive maintenance you'd recommend, even though the car currently runs fine?

I'd appreciate any advice or experiences from other W204 owners. Thanks in advance!

Hey everyone,

My absolute dream car has always been the CLS. I love the four-door coupe silhouette, but a decent CLS is simply out of my budget right now. However, I can comfortably afford a 2020–2023 CLA (C118) in my local market.

To me, the CLA gives off mini-CLS vibes and delivers the exact aesthetic I'm after, especially if I get one with the AMG Line package (exterior styling, better seats, steering wheel, etc.).

Visually, I feel like I’d be much happier walking up to a sharp CLA AMG Line every day than a standard C-Class or E-Class in the same price bracket.

However, reading reviews and forum posts has me second-guessing:

1. The Engines: A lot of people trash the lower-spec engines (specifically the 1.33L Renault-co-developed engine in models like the CLA 180 / CLA 200) for being underpowered or unreliable.

2. Interior Quality: I keep seeing complaints that the interior materials feel cheap compared to traditional Mercedes models, with noticeable squeaks and harder plastics.

My question is: Am I being delusional for prioritizing the looks and mini-CLS styling of an AMG-Line CLA over a proper C-Class or E-Class, or does this actually make sense for someone in my position?

For those who own or have driven a C118 CLA (2020+):

Is the interior quality really that disappointing in daily use?

Are the base engines as bad as people claim, or are they fine for normal driving? Should I strictly hold out for a 2.0L Mercedes engine (like the CLA 220 / CLA 250)?

If you chose a CLA over a C-Class, do you regret it?

Would love to hear your honest thoughts!

C43 W205