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Old 06-23-2011, 12:04 AM
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1991 300CE Speaker Question

I want to replace all the speakers in my 300ce, but for some reason cannot get a good view on what to replace them with. First off, are there only 2 rear speakers, with 4 fronts (2 in dash and 2 in doors)? What have others replaced their set-up with? Not so interested in top of the line components, just want modern speakers as sound quality is non-existant with current stock set-up. Thanks.
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http://www.iqcaraudio.com/mercedes/mercedes_W124.htm

I'd buy the whole set if I were you. You can easily fit the subs in even if you don't have the stock openings.

If you don't want the subs, buy the separate units.

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I don;t have the door speakers so I can't advise on them.
However as your a 91 Ce I am assuming you have the 4" in the dash and 5 1/8" in the rear. The rear's can be tricky as it is a weird *** size.
We ended up mounting them below the hole as the existing cutout is not large enough for 5.25" fitting and we needed those as a minimum to get some base response. Bought off Amazon total $180 USD including international shipping.
Very very happy with the sound quality !

Anyway I have fitted :

Soundstream SST5.2 5.25" 100w Rear

Soundstream SST4.0.2 4.0" 170w Front
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If you want top end performance and can afford to make the investment, these are the only way to go . . . Jehnert. The OEM in-door speakers are actually subwoofers and this system provides a proper replacement for that function. The system also comes with the front satellites and crossovers (which you can't see in the pictures).
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While I agree with the Jehnert route, I do realize not everyone has unlimited budgets. The Rainbow route is an excellent alternative for quick, simple good sound.

I do deal with both products quite heavily and budget tends to usually be the deciding factor.
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I have the Rainbows in my wagon, and had MB Quart in my 1991 300CE.
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What do you think of the Rainbows, Chappy? I'm looking to buy them and ship them sometime this summer.
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What do you think of the Rainbows, Chappy? I'm looking to buy them and ship them sometime this summer.
No complaints. The fronts were easy drop in and they sound good being driven by an Alpine 9887.

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