Coupe Headlights - Your Opinion/Info Needed PLZ
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yeap, I'm still running frosty the headlights with 8000k HIDs.
My cars at the dealers right now, and the lenses are turning a bit yellow. They refuse to cover it under warranty because I have HIDs.
I told the SA to speak to his supervisor, since MBUSA told me I can add HIDs, that will void the warranty for the bulbs, but that wont void the warranty for the headlight assembly! I'm gonna tie my fingers tonight when I sleep (aka cross my freakin fingers!) and hopefully when I give my SA a call tomorow, he'll replace them! and hopefully its the 05+ ones!!!!
oh yeah, the only time the frosted lens are cool, is during christmas time, since its....FROSTY THE HEADLIGHTS BLA BLA BLA BLA SNOW
My cars at the dealers right now, and the lenses are turning a bit yellow. They refuse to cover it under warranty because I have HIDs.
I told the SA to speak to his supervisor, since MBUSA told me I can add HIDs, that will void the warranty for the bulbs, but that wont void the warranty for the headlight assembly! I'm gonna tie my fingers tonight when I sleep (aka cross my freakin fingers!) and hopefully when I give my SA a call tomorow, he'll replace them! and hopefully its the 05+ ones!!!!
oh yeah, the only time the frosted lens are cool, is during christmas time, since its....FROSTY THE HEADLIGHTS BLA BLA BLA BLA SNOW
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the reality is that if ( if ) they do change the lenses, they will go by Gary's VIN # and the computer will show that lenses are the "frosted" ones.
So that's what they will put back on the Coupe.
The lucky saving grace may ( may ) be that they are completely out of stock on the "frosted" lenses, and thus substitute those for the clear lenses.... but that is highly improbable and wishful thinking.
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why wont these work?
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why wont these work?
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Ok so I'm confused here a little. This may be a total nub moment, however on the auction it says C320. and my car is a C320 how are you supposed to know that things are specific for the coupe or the sedan??? because the same thing happend to me on a grill i ordered, it said c320 so i figured it would work just fine, however it didnt fit at all.
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so hmmmm i have looked for the clear 05 for 600 but cant seem to find them on the net... does anyone have a link? or can you just order them directly from the "Stealership"??
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you can order anything directly from the dealership.
(unless you're in the USA, and are trying to get a EURO-only part)
(unless you're in the USA, and are trying to get a EURO-only part)
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Ok so I'm confused here a little. This may be a total nub moment, however on the auction it says C320. and my car is a C320 how are you supposed to know that things are specific for the coupe or the sedan??? because the same thing happend to me on a grill i ordered, it said c320 so i figured it would work just fine, however it didnt fit at all.
W203 = Sedan
CL203 = Coupe
S203 = Wagon
You have to specifically ask vendors if their parts are for the Coupe or the Sedan.
If they don't know the difference between CL203 and W203 parts, then run away !
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well,
apparently, "yellowing" of headlights are not covered under warranty, they are wear and tear items.
so my SA goes to me... "(we've got some lease returns coming in soon) I'll try to swap bi-x (if theres even any) or 05s for you"
I'm just crossing my fingers, to see those guys getting returned.
apparently, "yellowing" of headlights are not covered under warranty, they are wear and tear items.
so my SA goes to me... "(we've got some lease returns coming in soon) I'll try to swap bi-x (if theres even any) or 05s for you"
I'm just crossing my fingers, to see those guys getting returned.
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Coupes, Sedans and Wagons all came as a C320.
W203 = Sedan
CL203 = Coupe
S203 = Wagon
You have to specifically ask vendors if their parts are for the Coupe or the Sedan.
If they don't know the difference between CL203 and W203 parts, then run away !
Carlos
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W203 = Sedan
CL203 = Coupe
S203 = Wagon
You have to specifically ask vendors if their parts are for the Coupe or the Sedan.
If they don't know the difference between CL203 and W203 parts, then run away !
Carlos
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good to know thanks for the info!
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Ok, so here's a goofy question... Does anyone actually KNOW what the difference is between the coupe and sedan headlights? The lenses look similar. Is it a matter of mounting points or wire harness or depth or ?????
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They are NOT interchangeable, and cannot be modified for one to fit the other.
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didnt you post this? lol... I dont think they need to be modified. I think they will fit.
lol... I dont think they need to be modified. I think they will fit. I'm in the same boat...
Looking to upgrade out of my nasty frosties
Cheapest iv'e found for Bi-X's is around $660 each from here and about $600 for a pair of '05 clear lense halogens..
I think the clear halogens look real nice, much nicer than the frosties but I think i'll just wait and get the Bi-X's
If anyone has found cheaper than what I found please let me now
Looking to upgrade out of my nasty frosties
Cheapest iv'e found for Bi-X's is around $660 each from here and about $600 for a pair of '05 clear lense halogens..
I think the clear halogens look real nice, much nicer than the frosties but I think i'll just wait and get the Bi-X's
If anyone has found cheaper than what I found please let me now
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yeah I just hate my frosties and would love to get Bi-X but im not patient enough, I already have all the other '05 updates except the headlights so I'm like screw it right now I'll prolly just buy the clears and do the diamond bulbs..
I have to dump those blasted frosties!
I have to dump those blasted frosties!
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all 2001-2007 C Sedan headlights will work on each other with the exception of the C55 AMG.
all C-Coupe headlights will work on C-Coupes. Whether they are frosties / clears / or Bi-X's.
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ok sorry just a little late on the reply.who sells 05 coupe headlight LENS? it might be posible to cut out the exsiting frosties and silicone the 05 lens on there for a fraction of the price bot to mention u could add a projector in there if u got the hook up on a light meter( say a buddy that owns a gas station or safety check station).sorry guys if it sounds dumb but i think im going to give it a try.ive been searcing for the HEADLIGHT LENS but no luck yet.if any one knows who selles the lens please resond as i will be the guine pig.( ya i suck at spelling) peace.
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ok sorry just a little late on the reply.who sells 05 coupe headlight LENS? it might be posible to cut out the exsiting frosties and silicone the 05 lens on there for a fraction of the price bot to mention u could add a projector in there if u got the hook up on a light meter( say a buddy that owns a gas station or safety check station).sorry guys if it sounds dumb but i think im going to give it a try.ive been searcing for the HEADLIGHT LENS but no luck yet.if any one knows who selles the lens please resond as i will be the guine pig.( ya i suck at spelling) peace.
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ok sorry just a little late on the reply.who sells 05 coupe headlight LENS? it might be posible to cut out the exsiting frosties and silicone the 05 lens on there for a fraction of the price bot to mention u could add a projector in there if u got the hook up on a light meter( say a buddy that owns a gas station or safety check station).sorry guys if it sounds dumb but i think im going to give it a try.ive been searcing for the HEADLIGHT LENS but no luck yet.if any one knows who selles the lens please resond as i will be the guine pig.( ya i suck at spelling) peace.
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True dat. Look at any car with clear headlights and notice the ribbed silver reflectors in the back. Then take apart any old frosty headlight and notice the "smooth" backing.
