some interesting FAQ i found and would like to share iwht you guys, they apply to all models not just w203
such as i heard a good one this morning, be careful on the215 and 230 when using the rodeo mode as the paint can fall off
yes - if your battery's output is less than 12V, it may need recharging or replacing
Yes - if your engine isn't reaching operating temperature it will probably need a thermostat
YES, an auto gearbox oil change is a good idea and money well spent:
YES, a 1998-2001 Mercedes rusts like a 1979 Alfasud.
YES, if it less than 8 years old MB will probably mend the rust for you
YES, a good Independent will be a cheaper way to service your car.
YES, after 2005 most Mercedes are much better than they were before 2005
YES, Nano paint solves most of the rust problems.
YES, the W124 was brilliant and probably better than the W210
NO, The W124 is not rust proof - they do rust - quite a lot actually.
YES, A Mercedes - even a 1998-2002 Mercedes is better than a Saab, Volvo, Vauxhall or Ford of the same age.
YES, a Land Rover product is a lot more unreliable than a Mercedes product of the same age.
YES, generally speaking, it is a good idea to buy a Mercedes
YES, once you have experienced a Mercedes you will probably never buy anything else - certainly not a French or British car.
YES the 30 year paint warranty might as well be a 300,000 year warranty for all the chance you have to claim against it.
YES, I'm sorry but you are hooked in now and nothing compares to you... Mercedes, we salute you....your next car will, more than likely, sport a three pointed star on the bonnet.
Oh and yes, the Vaneo is not a Mercedes, it is a Dodge Chrysler Ambulance which mistakenly got fitted with a three pointed star when they ran out of red crosses....
No - is the stock initial answer to a goodwill claim that isnt argued. Go back and argue.
Yes - A service guy saying "it isn't a common fault" simply means "yes it is a common fault but I'm not allowed to admit it".
Yes - that non MB after market bit you're considering will make your car look crap.
Yes - you can fit a command, yes it will cost a lot of money, no it's not really worth it, no it's no better than a tomtom and yes you're going to do it anyway so contact Alfie!
Yes - it is your MAF - change it. Get one from Bosch - it's half the price of the dealer.
Yes - the BAS/ABS/ESP warning you're getting IS down to the ?8 brake light switch.
No - We can't agree on what the best tyre for your car is. You'd be as well asking down the pub.
Yes - do change your gearbox oil and filters at 45-60k. No it isn't sealed for life irrespective of what they tell you.
Yes - a toyota is more reliable than a Merc - so don't come on here whinging the point.
No - a toyota isn't as enjoyable to drive, own, look at or anything else for that matter. You only live once and some decisions are best taken with your heart.
Yes- a Mercedes will be break down like any other car.
Yes- it will get fixed, but out of warranty it will cost more
Yes- it did cost more in the first place
Yes- Mercedes did lose their way a few years back and are now attempting to put that right
Yes- nobody knows why they make an R Class either.
Yes- mercedes make buses, coaches, vans and trucks, but BMW make Motorbikes and aircraft engines, and your point is?
Yes - you will get a smile on your face everytime you sit behind the wheel
Yes - you don't have to drive like an idiot anymore to keep up as you're already there
Yes- I do need 2 rear tyre's
