The only real gripe (unsolved) I have with the car right now is the audio system.
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I have put my money where my mouth is and bought a Pre LCI W212 E350 CDI with just over 45k on the ODO. A perfect blend of old-school mafia, opulence and an abundance of smooth power delivery. It’s also effortless to drive around the city. I’ve put about 400km on it so far in two weeks. Sacrilege, I know!
I’m currently scouting for a reliable independent garage in Bangalore that can be trusted with repairs. And also a place to source parts locally. Would appreciate any leads. Looking at Marque One and Code 6 right now.
A couple of pics because why not.
The long bonnet. Quintessential Merc. Won’t be confused with any other brand.
She’s a beauty. The wheels will be changed to AMG style soon.
The three digits that make all the difference. Only mileage is Smiles Per Litre here.
I may start a thread if there are enough interesting things happening. There are a few issues but thankfully all minor and being taken care of mostly by the previous owner. The only real gripe (unsolved) I have with the car right now is the audio system which is a true (unwelcome) blast from the past in an otherwise timeless design.
I am in the process of upgrading this to a 12″ floating tablet-style head unit but have hit a few snags along the way as my stock unit is malfunctioning. The tab-style unit is a piggyback and needs the stock unit to function. Figuring out how to replace or repair it. Any tips?
For now, the change list is as below:
- Full suspension change. The rear shocks are a bit shot. Mulling between stock and Bilstein B6. Advice?
- Full audio upgrade.
- Seat covers to all black.
- Centre Console sliding lid is broken. Needs replacement.
- Both sun visors are dirty and missing mirror covers. Needs replacement. Advice?
- AMG wheels or similar. Sticking to 17″ to retain comfort.
- Partial respray – there are a few scratches. Nothing major.
- Full stealth mode? All chrome delete, wheels to black? Not sure yet.
- Headlamp upgrade. Stock headlamps are useless for the most part. Will mostly go for a projector swap.
Current repairs being carried out: (Car is currently with the previous owner for some of these fixes as these were agreed upon.)
- There is some noise from the steering while turning when stopped or barely moving. It doesn’t sound like the rack; mostly pump.
- CEL due to a glow plug sensor going kaput.
- There is some forced creep when the car is held in gear and stopped.
- Brakes squeal a bit at times. Pads are new.
- Minor jerk while shifting from R to D and vice versa. No jerks while shifting from 1 through 7.
- Passenger side power window switch doesn’t work for closing. Open works fine. Driver’s side controls work fine for all windows.
- Rear headrest power fold doesn’t work.
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