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Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by drtee247(m): 4:30pm On Feb 26, 2021
Pls nakoks advice me on this Benz e320(2000-2005) model, i’m Looking at fuel efficiency and reliability... compared to the c320... and how much should I budget for it... thanks

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Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by Kewtt: 6:02pm On Feb 26, 2021
drtee247:
Pls nakoks advice me on this Benz e320(2000-2005) model, i’m Looking at fuel efficiency and reliability... compared to the c320... and how much should I budget for it... thanks

That car E320 is 1998-2002. The C320 shares the same engine but the platform is not as sturdy as the e320.... Fuel efficiency the c320 is better though
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by nakoks(m): 6:26pm On Feb 26, 2021
drtee247:
Pls nakoks advice me on this Benz e320(2000-2005) model, i’m Looking at fuel efficiency and reliability... compared to the c320... and how much should I budget for it... thanks
I missed one like this 4 years ago...the engine is very reliable and its the same in the ML 320...fuel economy is amazing for a V6 and on a long journey that car eats up the road ahead of you.The only worry is the ground clearance so you might have to be careful with the front bumper (it used to be pricy) ....other than that never read or heard a bad report from users (which i know a handful. Better choice than the C320...,....don't know the current price with the dollar and clearing issues now

Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by blackfm: 10:54pm On Mar 05, 2021
Ive got some electrical issue with COMMAND on my 08 C300 radio. The radio turns off by itself every 30 minutes. It will display a message to start ignition and go off after 3 minutes.
I can listen to radio, CDs, aux cable and what not but i have to manually turn off my radio when parked and manually turn it on when I drive.

I looked into it more and many people suggested its caused by the iPod kit being faulty and causing a short in the circuit. I checked the ipod cable in the glove box and the ipod wire is mangled, like a dog chewed it. The car came in like that.
I have unplugged the ipod adapter tucked away behind the front safe, still no joy.the harness is still there though, I don't want to toy with the wiring. Some posts claim their issue was sorted after removing the harness.

Also, my volume and call buttons on my steering wheel dont work, the dial pad does not light up and night/day mode display on command doesn't auto switch.
I can't set the time on my dashboard too.

I can live with the issue but I'll prefer to fix it and properly enjoy these function, turning on COMMAND every 30 minutes is a pain in the butt really.

I'll appreciate recommendations of a good tech to sort this out.
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by Kewtt: 1:09am On Mar 06, 2021
blackfm:
Ive got some electrical issue with COMMAND on my 08 C300 radio. The radio turns off by itself every 30 minutes. It will display a message to start ignition and go off after 3 minutes.
I can listen to radio, CDs, aux cable and what not but i have to manually turn off my radio when parked and manually turn it on when I drive.

I looked into it more and many people suggested its caused by the iPod kit being faulty and causing a short in the circuit. I checked the ipod cable in the glove box and the ipod wire is mangled, like a dog chewed it. The car came in like that.
I have unplugged the ipod adapter tucked away behind the front safe, still no joy.the harness is still there though, I don't want to toy with the wiring. Some posts claim their issue was sorted after removing the harness.

Also, my volume and call buttons on my steering wheel dont work, the dial pad does not light up and night/day mode display on command doesn't auto switch.
I can't set the time on my dashboard too.

I can live with the issue but I'll prefer to fix it and properly enjoy these function, turning on COMMAND every 30 minutes is a pain in the butt really.

I'll appreciate recommendations of a good tech to sort this out.
Code Red. Find him or radautoworks if you're in Lagos
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by blackfm: 11:59am On Mar 07, 2021
Kewtt:

Code Red. Find him or radautoworks if you're in Lagos

I know aunty radu @radautoworks can sort me out but my pocket is afraid cheesy

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Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by Jakumo(m): 12:15pm On Mar 07, 2021
drtee247:
Pls nakoks advice me on this Benz e320(2000-2005) model, i’m Looking at fuel efficiency and reliability... compared to the c320... and how much should I budget for it... thanks

This model of Mercedes suffered from rust issues, particularly on the shock absorber mounts in the front. You will need to carefully inspect any car of this model, and be ready to move on if you spot rust in the aforementioned area.
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by Kewtt: 1:06pm On Mar 07, 2021
Jakumo:


This model of Mercedes suffered from rust issues, particularly on the shock absorber mounts in the front. You will need to carefully inspect any car of this model, and be ready to move on if you spot rust in the aforementioned area.
I drive the 2001 edition of this model. Rustfree. It's a treasure if you can get it...
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by nakoks(m): 5:34pm On Mar 07, 2021
blackfm:


I know aunty radu @radautoworks can sort me out but my pocket is afraid cheesy
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by nakoks(m): 5:36pm On Mar 07, 2021
blackfm:
Ive got some electrical issue with COMMAND on my 08 C300 radio. The radio turns off by itself every 30 minutes. It will display a message to start ignition and go off after 3 minutes.
I can listen to radio, CDs, aux cable and what not but i have to manually turn off my radio when parked and manually turn it on when I drive.

I looked into it more and many people suggested its caused by the iPod kit being faulty and causing a short in the circuit. I checked the ipod cable in the glove box and the ipod wire is mangled, like a dog chewed it. The car came in like that.
I have unplugged the ipod adapter tucked away behind the front safe, still no joy.the harness is still there though, I don't want to toy with the wiring. Some posts claim their issue was sorted after removing the harness.

Also, my volume and call buttons on my steering wheel dont work, the dial pad does not light up and night/day mode display on command doesn't auto switch.
I can't set the time on my dashboard too.

I can live with the issue but I'll prefer to fix it and properly enjoy these function, turning on COMMAND every 30 minutes is a pain in the butt really.

I'll appreciate recommendations of a good tech to sort this out.

Call Anago 08034262003 ,if he is in Ibadan,arrange with him and ask him to come down to Lagos.Call me if anything.
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by radautoworks: 4:26pm On Mar 08, 2021
blackfm:


I know aunty radu @radautoworks can sort me out but my pocket is afraid cheesy
I don't know why you guys always assume. It is well. smiley
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by teejan: 12:08am On Mar 09, 2021
kindly recommed a good benz mechanic, i am doing some overhaul of my benz, changing shocks, upholstery, oil change, filter, and cooling - any good workshop around lagos - benz c320 tho

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Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by Smithkline200: 7:54am On Mar 09, 2021
Good morning guys,

Can someone advise me on 2010 C300.

Wanna get it.
How good it is for daily usage to work, then some weekend trip.

What are the pros and cons. Please help.
Or should i go for something else?
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by blackfm: 9:27am On Mar 10, 2021
radautoworks:
I don't know why you guys always assume. It is well. smiley
Lol okay, I'll come in today

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Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by blackfm: 9:28am On Mar 10, 2021
nakoks:


Call Anago 08034262003 ,if he is in Ibadan,arrange with him and ask him to come down to Lagos.Call me if anything.
Thanks boss
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by blackfm: 9:32am On Mar 10, 2021
Smithkline200:
Good morning guys,

Can someone advise me on 2010 C300.

Wanna get it.
How good it is for daily usage to work, then some weekend trip.

What are the pros and cons. Please help.
Or should i go for something else?
I use this, solid ride. I've had to change my EIS once and it's been fine since. Stabilizer linkage is a problem, I've changed it like 4 times. Had to change my lower arm recently too but that's Lagos road for you. Beside that, she's been a very good girl

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Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by HeavenlyBang(m): 11:00am On Mar 10, 2021
blackfm:

I use this, solid ride. I've had to change my EIS once and it's been fine since. Stabilizer linkage is a problem, I've changed it like 4 times. Had to change my lower arm recently too but that's Lagos road for you. Beside that, she's been a very good girl

My front driver's side is already clunking. Will fix this week.
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by nakoks(m): 5:25pm On Mar 10, 2021
HeavenlyBang:


My front driver's side is already clunking. Will fix this week.
Please don't use Tokunbo arms o.....Get solid Tibao that will be there till you sell to me.



I used to buy toks until chibuzor got me original Tibao....over 14months and still firm despite lagos potholes
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by HeavenlyBang(m): 5:49pm On Mar 10, 2021
nakoks:

Please don't use Tokunbo arms o.....Get solid Tibao that will be there till you sell to me.



I used to buy toks until chibuzor got me original Tibao....over 14months and still firm despite lagos potholes

Ah.

OK, chief. Make I see if I fit get am for here.
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by lediju27: 6:28pm On Mar 10, 2021
Interested in the stabilizer whatsapp me on 08086817341
blackfm:

I use this, solid ride. I've had to change my EIS once and it's been fine since. Stabilizer linkage is a problem, I've changed it like 4 times. Had to change my lower arm recently too but that's Lagos road for you. Beside that, she's been a very good girl
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by blackfm: 8:57pm On Mar 10, 2021
HeavenlyBang:


My front driver's side is already clunking. Will fix this week.

That's the plague of the car, the last one broke in halves
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by blackfm: 9:08pm On Mar 10, 2021
nakoks:

Please don't use Tokunbo arms o.....Get solid Tibao that will be there till you sell to me.



I used to buy toks until chibuzor got me original Tibao....over 14months and still firm despite lagos potholes
I have used only Tibao so far, all brand new. 1st pair pulled out of the socket. then I bought another pair, that one didn't last 1 weeks before kpomkpom started. The next one I paid for, the mech swore it was the best in the market, cost 20k and was very sturdy when I was leaving the shop. 2 weeks later, baba had broken in halves.
I let them keep dangling for 2 weeks and bought the one I currently have.
I had him do a thorough check this time for whatever was damaging them or he's buying the next set, we changed a pair of bushings to fix that, noticed my lower arms were gone too.
It's been 3 weeks and so far so good, I'm still observing
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by ak22(m): 7:32am On Mar 12, 2021
Good day everyone , please which GLK can you recommend for me. In term of rudgedility , fuel Economy and others. Thanks
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by blackfm: 9:45am On Mar 12, 2021
radautoworks:
I don't know why you guys always assume. It is well. smiley
Aunty Radu, I'm here o

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Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by blackfm: 9:49am On Mar 12, 2021
radautoworks:
I don't know why you guys always assume. It is well. smiley
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by OdofinLadi(m): 6:24am On Mar 14, 2021
Hi guys, please, I have my eyes on ML350 2004/2005.
I would appreciate if gurus here can give detailed review of the SUV.
More so, if anyone has it (tokunbo) please, contact me on 08053355106 (Whats app only).
Thanks all.
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by radautoworks: 7:18pm On Mar 16, 2021
blackfm:

Aunty Radu, I'm here o
so how far? I missed this
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by Smithkline200: 8:10pm On Mar 16, 2021
Hello sir,

Please can i reach you? For some little talks before i purchase. Used 4 Japanese Brand, just wanna venture into the German, i need coaching please.


blackfm:

I use this, solid ride. I've had to change my EIS once and it's been fine since. Stabilizer linkage is a problem, I've changed it like 4 times. Had to change my lower arm recently too but that's Lagos road for you. Beside that, she's been a very good girl
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by blackfm: 12:45am On Mar 17, 2021
radautoworks:
so how far? I missed this
I'll be back, the person to look at it wasn't around and I couldn't wait
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by blackfm: 12:46am On Mar 17, 2021
Smithkline200:
Hello sir,

Please can i reach you? For some little talks before i purchase. Used 4 Japanese Brand, just wanna venture into the German, i need coaching please.


Hi, not a problem. WhatsApp number is in my signature
Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by radautoworks: 3:31am On Mar 17, 2021
blackfm:

I'll be back, the person to look at it wasn't around and I couldn't wait
was it electrical

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Re: Mercedes Benz Thread by blackfm: 11:31pm On Mar 17, 2021
radautoworks:
was it electrical
Yes its electrical.

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