Help, had car accident, need to find parts to bring down my deductible

Aug 24, 2012 | 08:52 AM

Rev 2 Liv

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Help, had car accident, need to find parts to bring down my deductible

I've had a super string of bad luck lately. had a car accident (again) 2nd time in 4 months)

Two line narrow curve on Storrow drive in Boston. I was in right lane. Guy in left lane veered towards me so I had to veer towards the curb to avoid him.

Well, no body work, but the wheels and rims gashed up against the curb.Well that bashed in the rear suspension a bit. Front wheel pretty much separated. steering tie rod 2 out of 3 ball joints separated.

Problem now i i'm knocking my head for not selecting a $500 deductibule instead of $1000. Shop is willing to work with me.

Aug 24, 2012 | 08:59 AM

phister

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From: fort worth, tx

06 C230 SS 6spd

go to rmeuropean and order the parts. for the wheels go hit up the classifieds for a used set or craigslist

Aug 24, 2012 | 09:12 AM

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Biggest area i'm trying to save are tires and rims. sidewalls were completely blown on both rims are gashed around the lip and in the mid section and are possibly dented.

Insurance gave $189 each ($396 total) to replace or recondition the rims.

For the Tires: Michelin 225/50ZR16 Pilot Sport A/S Plus, i'm getting $219.80 each. Not sure if that includes the $77.07 per tire depreciation wear charge.

Where are inexpensive places where I can find these specific Mercedes-Benz rims? I need 2 of these. Mine are from a 2001 C320 with the C6 sport package. OEm part number is 2034010702

Aug 24, 2012 | 09:30 AM

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2005 C230K, 2019 Honda CR-V, '74 Lotus Europa

I have a set of '05/'06 C230 wheels I'd like to sell. They're in good used shape. I'm thinking about $500 including shipping. Let me know if you're interested.

Aug 24, 2012 | 10:05 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by ncmudbug

I have a set of '05/'06 C230 wheels I'd like to sell. They're in good used shape. I'm thinking about $500 including shipping. Let me know if you're interested.

Hi,

I only need 2 rims/tires.

thanks,
ben