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10-03-2005, 05:45 PM
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I would be furious! Thank heavens you are ok...but now begins the philosophical questioning of "what would have happened if it had the foam padding?"....would the damages have been less extreme? I would think so...
Get something in writing about the fact that the foam was missing and make them pay for this (or split costs or something)....
- Eric
Get something in writing about the fact that the foam was missing and make them pay for this (or split costs or something)....
- Eric
10-03-2005, 06:01 PM
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yeah i am pretty pissed and i am thinking about taking this up with them. i do want to get a statement in writing from the current body shop that there was no foam. i am going to send an email to MBSD who had the car last week to verify they didnt remove the foam and that no foam was installed.
10-03-2005, 06:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Outland
The rear bumper is unchanged for 05 and 06 I believe.
I like the 05 nose...its pretty close to the AMG piece in style. The AMG rear bumper, is, IMHO, a dramatic improvement over the car's least liked feature...that big rear end.
I like the 05 nose...its pretty close to the AMG piece in style. The AMG rear bumper, is, IMHO, a dramatic improvement over the car's least liked feature...that big rear end.
10-03-2005, 11:15 PM
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the pics i saw of 06 had a AMG looking front and rear
10-03-2005, 11:37 PM
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Just shows you how little MBUSA does for us. In England you can order the car with all the goodies we want. MBUSA's ****ty support for anything but the land yachts is why I'll probably be looking at someone else next time.
Cool photo!
Cool photo!
10-04-2005, 08:51 AM
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I haven't read this post in a while, sorry to hear about all your problems getting your car repaired. I think you did the right thing moving your car where you can
have control over the process and your mods, 05 front end looks nice I would install that. Good luck w/ the paint match.
Jkw
I haven't read this post in a while, sorry to hear about all your problems getting your car repaired. I think you did the right thing moving your car where you can
have control over the process and your mods, 05 front end looks nice I would install that. Good luck w/ the paint match.
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10-04-2005, 12:58 PM
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Doug,
so sorry man ! I just read the whole thread,
and I got your voice-mail yesterday too.... That bums me out just as much, as you must be. It's sad to see a Coupé in that condition.
Was in Argentina all last week, just got back yesterday.
Go away for a week and the Citron Coupé goes Godzilla on me !!
As for AMG front bumpers, I have listed the AMG "B" accessory part numbers on my "A La Mode" thread a few times. I would definitely go through Steve (MBenzNL) to get them if you can. Harris (HartonMotorwerks) seems to have gone belly-up, so they're not available through him anymore. Make sure you also get the AMG mesh grill & clips, AMG foglights, and bumper foam to fit.
If you do go for a '05/'06 OEM bumper, those look pretty good too. They are very similar in style to the AMG bumper.
Definitely stay away from the DRONELLIS replica (fake) bumpers. Plagued with fitment issues and shady business.
Again, really sorry for the hassle something like this causes.
I can't believe the MBSD BodyShop is so ****. Those guys really suck.
Where in SD are you getting your work done ?
Let me know if you need any help with anything.
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so sorry man ! I just read the whole thread,
and I got your voice-mail yesterday too.... That bums me out just as much, as you must be. It's sad to see a Coupé in that condition.
Was in Argentina all last week, just got back yesterday.
Go away for a week and the Citron Coupé goes Godzilla on me !!
As for AMG front bumpers, I have listed the AMG "B" accessory part numbers on my "A La Mode" thread a few times. I would definitely go through Steve (MBenzNL) to get them if you can. Harris (HartonMotorwerks) seems to have gone belly-up, so they're not available through him anymore. Make sure you also get the AMG mesh grill & clips, AMG foglights, and bumper foam to fit.
If you do go for a '05/'06 OEM bumper, those look pretty good too. They are very similar in style to the AMG bumper.
Definitely stay away from the DRONELLIS replica (fake) bumpers. Plagued with fitment issues and shady business.
Again, really sorry for the hassle something like this causes.
I can't believe the MBSD BodyShop is so ****. Those guys really suck.
Where in SD are you getting your work done ?
Let me know if you need any help with anything.
Carlos
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10-04-2005, 04:35 PM
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Darby's Auto Body in Normal Heights, they are a preferred body shop for my insurance and they are willing to do the upgrades.
10-04-2005, 04:42 PM
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I've heard about Darby's. All good. No complaints.
i know Steve arrived in San Francisco today,
so not sure if he was able to get you the AMG bumpers...
are you set on the '05/'06 bumpers, or is there still a chance on the AMG set-up ?
i know Steve arrived in San Francisco today,
so not sure if he was able to get you the AMG bumpers...
are you set on the '05/'06 bumpers, or is there still a chance on the AMG set-up ?
10-04-2005, 04:51 PM
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yeah im going with the 2005 bumpers. im getting the lights, impact strips, foglights and 2 grills from steve. the rest im going to have the body shop order.
10-04-2005, 05:01 PM
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i'm sure they'll get you better-than-dealer prices right ?
if not talk to Chris at MBSD Parts Counter. He'll hook you up with wholesale price at the least.
if not talk to Chris at MBSD Parts Counter. He'll hook you up with wholesale price at the least.
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10-04-2005, 05:09 PM
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the good thing is that there are SOOOO few 2005 C-Coupés rolling around, that it will definitely stand out from the 2002-2004 C-Coupés.
I guess waiting on parts probably takes the longest time.
What's the estimated time of repair ?
I guess waiting on parts probably takes the longest time.
What's the estimated time of repair ?
10-04-2005, 05:24 PM
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Originally Posted by Saprissa
the good thing is that there are SOOOO few 2005 C-Coupés rolling around, that it will definitely stand out from the 2002-2004 C-Coupés.
10-04-2005, 05:36 PM
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Originally Posted by CitronC230K_03
plus the fact none are 2005 Citron Green!
10-04-2005, 05:38 PM
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so for the October 15th meet, will you be rolling in a different Benz ?
(loaner Benz / family Benz) ?
(loaner Benz / family Benz) ?
10-05-2005, 09:11 PM
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Wtf!
ok so when i went to body shop on Saturday to talk to the guys, i noticed flames drawn on my hood. i said "are you guys gonna paint flames on it now?" they said no we got it this way from mercedes-benz of san diego.
i guess i did **** em off. not like its a big deal im getting a new hood anyhow.
so here are the pics of the flames. i went back today, i wanted to take pictures of them before the new hood arrived. not much progress, parts are on order.
i guess i did **** em off. not like its a big deal im getting a new hood anyhow.
so here are the pics of the flames. i went back today, i wanted to take pictures of them before the new hood arrived. not much progress, parts are on order.
10-05-2005, 11:05 PM
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Originally Posted by johncl
'06 bumpers...Are they the same as the '05???
they change the grill back to pre-05?
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10-06-2005, 04:07 AM
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Originally Posted by CitronC230K_03
ok so when i went to body shop on Saturday to talk to the guys, i noticed flames drawn on my hood. i said "are you guys gonna paint flames on it now?" they said no we got it this way from mercedes-benz of san diego.
i guess i did **** em off. not like its a big deal im getting a new hood anyhow.
so here are the pics of the flames. i went back today, i wanted to take pictures of them before the new hood arrived. not much progress, parts are on order.
i guess i did **** em off. not like its a big deal im getting a new hood anyhow.
so here are the pics of the flames. i went back today, i wanted to take pictures of them before the new hood arrived. not much progress, parts are on order.
Ahh hell NO! That would push me to the edge man I would take a case for that one
At least place a fomal complaint though.
10-06-2005, 10:26 AM
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I smell a free hood! I'm sorry, but drawing all over a hood -- whether it is going to be replaced or not is inacceptable in my book!
- Eric
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10-06-2005, 02:46 PM
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Doug,
that is a complete and blatant disrespect.
I know the DEALERSHIP MBSD would not stand for something like that.
the BODY SHOP MBSD are full of monkeys.
I would really schedule a meeting with MBSD Management ASAP, and have them explain this complete lack of respect. Damaged hood or not, I would be pissed !!!
that is a complete and blatant disrespect.
I know the DEALERSHIP MBSD would not stand for something like that.
the BODY SHOP MBSD are full of monkeys.
I would really schedule a meeting with MBSD Management ASAP, and have them explain this complete lack of respect. Damaged hood or not, I would be pissed !!!
10-06-2005, 02:57 PM
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Originally Posted by CitronC230K_03
ok so when i went to body shop on Saturday to talk to the guys, i noticed flames drawn on my hood. i said "are you guys gonna paint flames on it now?" they said no we got it this way from mercedes-benz of san diego.
i guess i did **** em off. not like its a big deal im getting a new hood anyhow.
so here are the pics of the flames. i went back today, i wanted to take pictures of them before the new hood arrived. not much progress, parts are on order.
i guess i did **** em off. not like its a big deal im getting a new hood anyhow.
so here are the pics of the flames. i went back today, i wanted to take pictures of them before the new hood arrived. not much progress, parts are on order.
Good luck Doug!
