FYI Review of Octoclassic sunroof repair kit

[ficho]

I bought a sunroof repair kit. Many of the plastic parts and washers were already broken when it arrived, and I had to reuse quite a bit from the old mechanism.

The mechanisms are quite stiff and needed to be worked in and have parts added to make them function properly. My sunroof is currently working, but I don’t know how long it will last.

I’m giving it a 5/10 rating because at least the parts are metal and not plastic.

Mercedes W124 W201 Sunroof Repair Kit A1247820512

Mercedes W124 W201 Sunroof Repair Kit A1247820512 Color: Black New parts OEM serial number: A1247820512 Restore the functionality of your Mercedes

octoclassic.com

 

[gsxr]

Octoclassic is selling cheap offshore copies of the sunroof "angular lifting arms", for £77 plus shipping. The same cheap copies are sold on eBay for a similar price. Some are even cheaper, like this kit for $68 USD / OBO! These are very poor quality, as you learned the hard way.

The Genuine Mercedes lift arms are very high quality, and include all the felt pads / sliding shoes which fit on to the lift arms. These pads/shoes are lined with felt as they should be. The cheap copies have pads/shoes are typically plain rubber of questionable quality.

Mercedes part numbers for the lift arms:

124-780-05-12 (left)
124-780-06-12 (right)

Current pricing in USA is ~$230 USD each MSRP, or ~$175 each from discount dealers. Both are still available.

124-780-05-12 - Lifting Angle 1955-1993 Mercedes-Benz | MB Parts Source

Factory Direct Lifting Angle (1247800512) For Your 1955-1993 Mercedes-Benz Vehicle. Up To 35% Off On Every Order And Guaranteed Fit When You Enter Your VIN!

www.mbpartsource.com

124-780-06-12 - Lifting Angle 1955-1993 Mercedes-Benz | MB Parts Source

Factory Direct Lifting Angle (1247800612) For Your 1955-1993 Mercedes-Benz Vehicle. Up To 35% Off On Every Order And Guaranteed Fit When You Enter Your VIN!

www.mbpartsource.com

I would not recommend buying the aftermarket components, ever. If you need lower cost I'd try to find good used original arms.

 

[gsxr]

Wow, the Octoclassic description is quite the load of BS.

"Restore the functionality of your Mercedes W124 or W201 sunroof with the A1247820512 repair kit. Specifically engineered for these models, this high-quality kit offers a precise fit, ensuring smooth and reliable operation of your sunroof. Made from durable materials, it’s built to withstand wear and tear, providing long-lasting performance. Whether you’re dealing with a stuck or malfunctioning sunroof, this kit provides an easy-to-install solution that gets your sunroof back in top working condition, enhancing your driving comfort and experience. Ideal for DIY enthusiasts and professional repairs alike.​

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Designed for models:
Mercedes-Benz W124 1986-1996
Mercedes-Benz W201 1982-1993​

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– EU product <-- Riiiiight.
– Shipping from the EU"​

 

[R129 UK]

Many of the plastic parts and washers were already broken when it arrived,

I would be contacting Octoclassic for a refund if that is the case and you can provide evidence.

 

[gerryvz]

Someone needs to confront them on the lies and falsehoods about the origin (COO) of the product, as well.

 

[R129 UK]

Someone needs to confront them on the lies and falsehoods about the origin (COO) of the product, as well.

Orders & Shipping - OctoClassic

UK & INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING

octoclassic.com

All products are shipped from Poland which is in the EU

 

[gerryvz]

Orders & Shipping - OctoClassic

UK & INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING

octoclassic.com

All products are shipped from Poland which is in the EU

Just because something is SHIPPED from Poland / EU, doesn't mean it was MANUFACTURED there.

 

[Sam SL]

For me it is difficult to justify the value equation of using inferior parts to do a sunroof refurb because it is quite labour intensive and the learning curve to get everything just so.

 

[R129 UK]

Just because something is SHIPPED from Poland / EU, doesn't mean it was MANUFACTURED there.

Country of origin does not only refer to the manufacturing location, it can also include assembly, design and development etc.

To be honest it is a complete nonsense and can be manipulated by a company to mean what they want it to mean.