At the sound of my prized box of iced-down Lord Chesterfield Ale slamming into the opposite side of the trunk upon entering a turn, I said, “This time is the last time”. I was going to install a trunk mounted cargo net once & for all in the 500E.
The universal-style cargo net (STA-TYTE Model T-820) was originally purchased several years ago for installation in my W111, where it performed temporary service. Always reluctant to drill any holes, I had never committed to a permanent mounting solution in that car (which is now off the road).
After a considerable amount of time regarding possible mounting locations within the 500E trunk, I narrowed my choices down to two (of which I selected the easiest to install).
This removable cargo net has four mounting loops which attach over four mounting lugs (plastic knobs) which have an adhesive backing & a means of screw attachment. I chose to screw the mounting lugs into flat-surface sections of the left & right trunk wall linings. Fender washers back up the mounting points for additional reinforcement. The net design & colors blend very well with those of the 500E trunk.
The net was put immediately into service during a weekend travel vacation where it performed superbly. All items remained securely in place. Definitely a welcome accessory.
The universal-style cargo net (STA-TYTE Model T-820) was originally purchased several years ago for installation in my W111, where it performed temporary service. Always reluctant to drill any holes, I had never committed to a permanent mounting solution in that car (which is now off the road).
After a considerable amount of time regarding possible mounting locations within the 500E trunk, I narrowed my choices down to two (of which I selected the easiest to install).
This removable cargo net has four mounting loops which attach over four mounting lugs (plastic knobs) which have an adhesive backing & a means of screw attachment. I chose to screw the mounting lugs into flat-surface sections of the left & right trunk wall linings. Fender washers back up the mounting points for additional reinforcement. The net design & colors blend very well with those of the 500E trunk.
The net was put immediately into service during a weekend travel vacation where it performed superbly. All items remained securely in place. Definitely a welcome accessory.
