The 500E went in to have a Stone Chip Fixed

[jaymanek]

Went in for some bubbling around sunroof... ended up doing the whole car.

Now the rear screen is also coming out to do it properly. New screen on order from MB.

 

[tanger]

Nice!

Talk about a slippery slope becoming a cliff!

 

[Maui]

I didn't know you could do a whole car with Dr. ColorChip?

I have been in the same boat. I took a '68 Camaro in to have a couple paint repairs made to the front fenders and seven months later I had a newly painted Camaro. The seven months is a different story.

 

[jaymanek]

 

[mistermiata]

It's gonna be too nice to drive when you are done!

 

[jaymanek]

Very true... But i have other cars as daily drivers..

 

[sheward]

Looking very nice! Did you go a shade darker or is that the lighting in the spray booth?

drew

 

[Maui]

Looking great.

 

[jaymanek]

Hey guys... poor lighting - its standard 744.

 

[jaymanek]

Car is back and looking absolutely tremendous.

Will spend some time cleaning it now (bodyshop dust) and then rear screen sometime this week.

Will post pics when its all done.

 

[alabbasi]

So....is the stone chip fixed?

 

[jaymanek]

 

[e500.org]

Just beautiful Jay - are you missing the E500 headlight lenses?

Epic motor - can't wait to see this, I aspire mine will be as mint one day!

 

[jaymanek]

I thought they were 500 lenses? no?

 

[e500.org]

They look like regular 124 Bosch units unless it's the angle of the photos, E500 lenses are Hella and have a clear inner section (and a few other differences) as the foglights are moved into the bumper on the E500 and the main beam is the inner light. The original E500 lenses would set this off beautifully - I think you can still order them in Europe - someone here will chime in and advise. Deffo can't order the lenses from MB but can get the entire headlight.

 

[hkollan]

Car looks amazing.

But from the pictures the headlight lenses seems to be standard lenses and not E500 where the grey plastic parts are chrome.

Hans

 

[Christian_K]

Was it painted with the outside door cladding still in place? Because under it, there is often much rust.

 

[Zuffenhausen]

Moldings look to be painted black

 

[Zuffenhausen]

Is the trunk release switch functional?

 

[jaymanek]

The roof mouldings are not painted, they are brand new from Mercedes and this is how they are new.

I replaced complete set with rear window surround and the one on the top of the front windscreen.

With ref lights, something for me to do in future then!

No rust under mouldings, all checked.

Boot release is not functional im afraid!

 

[Glasgo_Chris]

It's true, my friend got a new set of trim they almost appear black in certain light. Car looks so awesome. Silver is my favorite e500e color of all time. Like the brabus goodies too. Enjoy!

Chris

 

[gerryvz]

They look like regular 124 Bosch units unless it's the angle of the photos, E500 lenses are Hella and have a clear inner section (and a few other differences) as the foglights are moved into the bumper on the E500 and the main beam is the inner light. The original E500 lenses would set this off beautifully - I think you can still order them in Europe - someone here will chime in and advise. Deffo can't order the lenses from MB but can get the entire headlight.

Indeed, amazingly good work, congratulations.

I have to concur .... those appear to be pedestrian W124 lenses. You can tell by the vertical lines in the in board side of the lenses, which on regular W124 models are the foglights. Those should be more clear on the E500E lenses, as they are pencil-beam driving lights. Hopefully the lamps are the correct units behind the lenses.

Cheers,
Gerry

 

[gsxr]

Looks fantastic. Love the new roof/glass trims, and the Becker Indy Pro head unit! Doesn't that one have the ability to directly control an iPod (play, pause, skip, etc)?

Here are some photos of the correct E500 lights/lenses:

 

[T-500]

I am impressed by the Brabus Tempamatic - a rare feature!

 

[jaymanek]

Thanks all, I will change the lenses soon... Thank you for pointing it out.

 

[Maui]

The car looks fantastic and the oath seats are very cool.

 

[bing]

What's up with the 3rd brake light? Is there a part missing ?

 

[nocfn]

Perhaps the silver car comes with black or charcoal rain gutters and trim. Mine is a gold/copper/bronze hybrid color.

 

[gsxr]

Perhaps the silver car comes with black or charcoal rain gutters and trim. Mine is a gold/copper/bronze hybrid color.

They are black when new. The sun fades them to the gold/copper/bronze hybrid color seen on 90% of 124's on the road today. It's very rare to see them in new condition like this!

 

[nocfn]

Ok thanks. I have some missing rubber it seems in spots. They are not cheap either

 

[jaymanek]

No the trims are not cheap... I can see that this colour will fade as it seems to be some kind of thin top layer of black.

I had to replace them as the rear screen surround got ruined when removing the screen. So to match the roof and front screen trims all had to be replaced.

Very satisfying to have them all fresh and new.

I couldn't wait to sort out the lenses, I have ordered them,... Here in the UK its left traffic so im hoping part numbers A124820 5966 and 6066 are correct!

 

[jaymanek]

If anyone is interested in the list of things I have done to this car since purchase in 2008:

[TABLE="width: 429"] [TR] [TD]Brake Fluid Changed Dot4 Synthetic
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Waxoyl Underside
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]2 Spare Keys
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Bosch Wiper Blade
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Avantgarde Grille
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Electric Aerial
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]RAD locking bolts
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Replace Exhaust from Front Pipe to Back Box
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Brabus Boot Mat
[/TD] [/TR] [TR]
[/TR] [TR] [TD]
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Interior Trim Behind Mirror A12472011119045
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Glove Box Lock
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Balance Wheels
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Behr Radiator OEM 8MK 376712271 & Coolant Change
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Regas Aircon 1Kg
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Original Seats Bought From ebay
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]New Battery 100ah
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Steering Damper Shock Absorber
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Steering Drag Link 1244601405, steering rubber boot kit 1294600019
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Brake hoses Rear 2x 1264280335
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]MOT - 119,286 miles
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Brake Pads all Around
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Drivers Door Rubber A1247201178 & Clips A1249882778
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Blinker Lamp O/S A1248261243
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]New Rear Pirelli Tyres 245/40/18 MO Spec
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]All Wheel Lips refurbished with 2 New Bolts
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Glove Box A124 680 0091 7 Rivets A123 990 0092
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Seat Switch Drivers A124 821 27 51
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]New Centre Console Wood Piece
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Fuel Filter A0024774501 & Plastic Surround
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Air Filters x 2 A0030946104
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Oil Filter A1191800009
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Transmission Filter A1292770195 & Gasket A1262711080, Dexron 2 Oil
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]8 Spark Plugs A0031596703/26
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Valvoline Oil 10w40 Sem Synth
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Top up Diff Oil
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Rewire of Alarm & Central Locking System Etc
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]New Ignition Leads OEM
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Covers over Distributors A1191580285, A1191580485
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Brabus Tempamatic Kit
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]New Covers for Distributor Caps A1191580285/0485
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Transmission Sump Gasket A126 271 10 80 & Plug Washer N007603010112[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]New Transmission Sump & Gasket[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]V Belt Continental 8PK2465 (OLD IN BOOT)[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Respray N/S/R Wheel Arch at bumper for small bubble
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Mercedes bonnet star
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]MOT
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Original Brabus Valves MQBVG08MS
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Fuel Sender A1245420304
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Brabus Gearknob
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Oil Filter A1191800009 & Valvoline 10w40
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Replace Brake Fluid
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]A/C Service 1000g
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Waxoyl Underside
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Brabus 10J ET20 + 9.5J ET 26 Wheels, 2 New Valves on Rear, Fronts Used
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Brabus Alloys Refurbished
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Engine Wiring Harness Replaced
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Brabus Valves QBVG08MS
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Parts for Throttle Body
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Rubber Mounts for Air Filter Box A1039880111, A1020940072
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Centre Caps in Black B66470200
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Crank Sensor A0031534928, Accelerator Switch A1405450114
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]New Cam Sensor
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]New Power Steering Pipe (Unused ones kept)
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]New Accelerator Pedal & Boomerang Bracket
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Parts to remove Inlet Manifold
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Inner Mirror Cover for Door Trim A12472012119045
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Remove Inlet Manifold, Replace broken Vac Hoses
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]A/C Service 1000g
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Two Rotor Arms Bosch ECP 404220165
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Two Distributor Caps Bosch ECP 405220195
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]New Windscreen
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]MOT Expires 16th June 2012
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Shell 10w40 Oil
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Oil Filter A1191800009
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Spark Plugs Bosch A0031596703/26
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Transmission Filter A1292770195 & Gasket A1262711080, MB Oil
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Coolant Change used Green
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]A/C Service 1000g
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Air Filters x 2 A0030946104
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]MOT Expires 16th June 2013
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]A/C Service 1000g
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]New A/C Relay A0015428219 + A/C Fan Switch Sender A0085424517
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]New A/C Pressure Sensor on Drier A0048206810
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]New Passenger Front Door Seal & A/C Seals
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Coolant Change used Green
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]New Air Con Condensor - Behr/Hella
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]New Air Con Receiver Drier - Hella
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]New Wiper Blade A1248201145
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Oil Filter A1191800009, Fuel Filter A0024774501
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Oil Change Used 10w40 Semi
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Fuel Filter Changed
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Diff Level Checked all OK
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Waxoyl Underside
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]A/C Service 1000g
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Brake Fluid Changed Dot4 Synthetic
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Left Seat Adjustment Switch
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Both Fog Lamp Lenses A0038263590 & 3690
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Right Dfront Arch Liner & Under Tray A1248841635, A1245242730
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]MOT Expires 16th June 2014
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Cruise Control Stalk
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Indicator Stalk Switch A1245401045
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Magnecor Leads 8738
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Oil Filter A1191800009
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Two Rotor Arms Bosch ECP
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Two Distributor Caps Beru ECP 404220160
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]V Belt Continental 8PK2465
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Water Pump A1192001501/80 & Short Hoses & Thermostat
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Viscous Fan Coupling Febi Bilstein Part 17996
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Water Pump & Viscous Fan Fitted, Coolant Change Blue MB Gen
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Oil & Filter Change Used Shell Helix 10w/40
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Diff Oil Changed
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Changed ZHM Fluid for Suspension
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Spark Plugs Bosch A0031596703/26
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Seals around distributor A0209970548
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]New Fan Shroud & Screws
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Parts to replace short hose under PAS pump
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Rear Tyres Replaced 265/35/18 Continental CSC3 MO Spec
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]New NSR Shock Absorber F Sachs No 102503
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]MOT Expires 16th June 2015
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Rear Suspension Spheres A1403280515 x 2
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]All Suspension Hoses, Nuts, Bolts etc for rear of car
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Oil Filter A1191800009
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Transmission Filter A1292770195 & Gasket A1262711080
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Air Filters x 2 A0030946104
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Genuine MB ATF A0009899203 x 8
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Oil & Filter Change Used Shell Helix 10w/40
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Air Filters Changed
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]A/C Service 1000g
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Brake Fluid Changed Dot4 Synthetic
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]ATF Fluid Changed, Used Genuine MB Fluid & Filters
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Braided Brake Hose Kit from WRXtra.com Deerfield Precision
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Front Brake Calipers Brembo Silver Arrows A0014209983, A0024200083 (Code P28/P30 on EPC)
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Rear Brake Calipers A1294230398, A1294230498 Silver Arrows P28/P30
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Front Brake Discs A1294212312, Front Brake Pads A0054200420/41
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Rear Brake Discs A1294230512, Rear Brake Pads A0034203020
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Front Lower Arms Complete A1243303407, A1243303507
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]All New Anti Roll Bar Bushes, Brackets, Bolts, Nuts etc
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Under Tray A1245242730
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Brake Fluid Changed GEN MB
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Wheel Alignment Set Up
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Shock Absorbers Front Sachs - Euro 635220210
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Shock Mounting Kit & Stops A1249900199 x 2 A1243230644 x 2
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Spare Intake Hoses A1190901482 x 2
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Shock Absorber Boots A1293230192
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Link Rod From ARB to Suspension Valve Rear A1243200989
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]New OSR Shock Absorber F Sachs No 102503
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Indicator Repeater A2028201621
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Sunroof Seal A1247800098
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]E500 Badge A1248176015
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Rear Windscreen Seals & Trim A1246781930, A1246782030, A1246782237
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Front Door Window Scrapers A1247250165 x 2
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Rear Winsdreec Seals A1246700708 & A1246700808
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Rear Screen Centre Metal Cover A1246784237
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Rear Door Window Scraper Seals A1247350165 & A1247350265
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Bosch S5 Battery 019#
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Roof Trims A1246906762, A1246906862, Windscreen Trim A1246702722
[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD]Rear Windscreen Pilkington
[/TD] [/TR] [/TABLE]

 

[jaymanek]

Oh well the lenses arent available any more for left hand traffic... Only one side available.

Im looking into complete lamps now.

EDIT: Ordered complete lamps A1248203757 & A1248203857. Final stock in Germany now so if anyone wants them... At least for 'Driving on Left'.

 

[Christian_K]

How comes you have no passenger airbag?
I have a old 300E that also has the glove box which i like soooo much better than my 500Es airbag, as storage is limited in these cars.

 

[jaymanek]

My car is one of the 29 UK ordered cars and pass airbags were optional. Im glad I dont have it. Where would I put all my junk.

 

[Zuffenhausen]

So are the molding anodized black?

They are black when new. The sun fades them to the gold/copper/bronze hybrid color seen on 90% of 124's on the road today. It's very rare to see them in new condition like this!

 

[nocfn]

..."Im glad I dont have it. Where would I put all my junk."


In the trunk? LOL

 

[gsxr]

So are the molding anodized black?

Yes.

 

[Zuffenhausen]

I'm not an expert on 124's but have seen countless amounts of them and never knew those moldings were suppose to be black. They always have a natural look to them

 

[600Eric]

I'm not an expert on 124's but have seen countless amounts of them and never knew those moldings were suppose to be black. They always have a natural look to them

Yeah that's because the damn things fade so quickly when exposed to heat (i.e. the sun). Anodized Aluminum was not a good call from MB for these pieces. In fact on the later cars with plastic headlights other when they those are heavily oxidized / yellowed the next best tell tale sign that a car has seen a ton of sun light are these pieces. Here in Southern California you will see the occasion W202, 210, etc. that almost looks like someone has pulled them off and had them gold plated. Looks like absolute $hit.... On that note mine are just starting to go on my W210 daily driver and I'm seriously considering having them ceramic coated black instead of re-anodized.

 

[captruff]

Yeah that's because the damn things fade so quickly when exposed to heat (i.e. the sun). Anodized Aluminum was not a good call from MB for these pieces. In fact on the later cars with plastic headlights other when they those are heavily oxidized / yellowed the next best tell tale sign that a car has seen a ton of sun light are these pieces. Here in Southern California you will see the occasion W202, 210, etc. that almost looks like someone has pulled them off and had them gold plated. Looks like absolute $hit.... On that note mine are just starting to go on my W210 daily driver and I'm seriously considering having them ceramic coated black instead of re-anodized.

Keep in mind that the long drip rails on the W210 were painted body color from the factory. A step in the right direction. As you know I have already had to replace or re anodize the rear window and side window trim on my W210s.

Also, as a side note, the W124 Estate wagons do not have the anodized drip rails or window trims. They are painted a matte black which age remarkably well.


Jeff

 

[gerryvz]

Is it possible to have them re-anodized, or is that a one-time process only?

 

[captruff]

Is it possible to have them re-anodized, or is that a one-time process only?

Gerry:

These pieces can be re anodized, but they must be in good condition for the best results. For example, the piece at the top of the front windshield is usually in poor shape due to pitting, I had to have it polished prior to the re anodizing and the cost was about the same as buying new. The place I used does not have tanks long enough for the long W124 drip rails so here I had no choice but to purchase new

Jeff

 

[600Eric]

Gerry:

These pieces can be re anodized, but they must be in good condition for the best results. For example, the piece at the top of the front windshield is usually in poor shape due to pitting, I had to have it polished prior to the re anodizing and the cost was about the same as buying new. The place I used does not have tanks long enough for the long W124 drip rails so here I had no choice but to purchase new

Jeff

We have actually had a number of these pieces re-anodized Gerry. Jeff's 201's, 210's and 124 and the pieces for my 129 pano roof. Going forward I don't think I will go that route again unless a particular part happens to be NLA as the cost delta between the too (new v. re-anodized) is really not that big for most of the pieces. Like I said for a car that is a daily driver I would seriously consider ceramic coating. Like Jeff said his 124 wagon has these pieces matt black and ceramic coating would look virtually identical to that yet even be more durable. Obviously not "correct" but at the same time sure would look much better than faded anodized aluminum (at least IMO).

 

[Klink]

..."Im glad I dont have it. Where would I put all my junk."


In the trunk? LOL

Oh my God, Becky...

 

[Maui]

We have actually had a number of these pieces re-anodized Gerry. Jeff's 201's, 210's and 124 and the pieces for my 129 pano roof. Going forward I don't think I will go that route again unless a particular part happens to be NLA as the cost delta between the too (new v. re-anodized) is really not that big for most of the pieces. Like I said for a car that is a daily driver I would seriously consider ceramic coating. Like Jeff said his 124 wagon has these pieces matt black and ceramic coating would look virtually identical to that yet even be more durable. Obviously not "correct" but at the same time sure would look much better than faded anodized aluminum (at least IMO).

Never heard of these being ceramic coated. Intakes and headers but never heard of it on trim. Sounds interesting though.

 

[nocfn]

A consideration if you want is Shadowline Tape. I know of some Banzworld that used it to matte the chrome per their choice. I have a roll of it, and I used it when I bout the car to cover the delay until I sourced new back glass that is already limo-black tinted. Just saying it is easy to work with, and not permanent but will give you the uniform look of matte black.

 

[jaymanek]

Another thing to consider is that the very thin rubber trims that surrounds, or is part of the aluminium, is normally looking tatty, trying to remove and replace that is not going to be easy.

I noticed how the rubber is fed into the aluminum channels..I was glad I didnt attempt to paint these trims... would be a very fiddly job.

The new ones look neat and tidy as they come ready to mount...

 

[nocfn]

I will replace mine, 4 inch sections of the rubber are gone in spots for mine and others looked like they are smashed beyond normal.

 

[gsxr]

I will replace mine, 4 inch sections of the rubber are gone in spots for mine and others looked like they are smashed beyond normal.

How much are new rubbers, and are they available? I hadn't checked (and I don't have EPC access at the moment).