yet another fuel gauge problem (cont' my unlucky streak)
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2006 MB C230 SS 6spd, Navi
Originally posted by avlis
It was in the mid-70's yesterday decided to go on my first Sunday drive with the roof and windows open. After a couple hours I noticed that the belt became irritating. It seemed like the wind was driving the belt edge into my neck. I woke up this morning as was shocked to see a 3” long red scratch on my collarbone/neck!
It was in the mid-70's yesterday decided to go on my first Sunday drive with the roof and windows open. After a couple hours I noticed that the belt became irritating. It seemed like the wind was driving the belt edge into my neck. I woke up this morning as was shocked to see a 3” long red scratch on my collarbone/neck!
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Originally posted by Buellwinkle
If I can deal with a 2 seater the T-Bird really looks great, better than the aging SLK.
If I can deal with a 2 seater the T-Bird really looks great, better than the aging SLK.
A chaqu'un son goût as they say, but I find the new T Bird to be a hideous and poorly-proportioned pastiche of the original, without any of its charm. It's a shame, because there is promise in the new car's chassis, compared to the ancient cart-sprung Mustang.
But I am not a fan of retro styling at all, in general, if that is any consolation.
And how is the SLK "aging" compared to the Ford, when the very essence of the T Bird replicar's styling dates from nearly 50 years ago? That makes it "aged", not "aging"
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Re: T Bird
Originally posted by Mike T.
A chaqu'un son goût as they say, but I find the new T Bird to be a hideous and poorly-proportioned pastiche of the original, without any of its charm. It's a shame, because there is promise in the new car's chassis, compared to the ancient cart-sprung Mustang.
But I am not a fan of retro styling at all, in general, if that is any consolation.
And how is the SLK "aging" compared to the Ford, when the very essence of the T Bird replicar's styling dates from nearly 50 years ago? That makes it "aged", not "aging"
A chaqu'un son goût as they say, but I find the new T Bird to be a hideous and poorly-proportioned pastiche of the original, without any of its charm. It's a shame, because there is promise in the new car's chassis, compared to the ancient cart-sprung Mustang.
But I am not a fan of retro styling at all, in general, if that is any consolation.
And how is the SLK "aging" compared to the Ford, when the very essence of the T Bird replicar's styling dates from nearly 50 years ago? That makes it "aged", not "aging"
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c230k, black, auto, c2 (let the sunshine in), Bose, leather, and CD
Originally posted by Rick
Galaxy.....would you really give up the extra space for a drop top SLiK? (nickname penned by none other than...moi). You cant even fit your dad's golf clubs in the trunk with the top down...and forget about room for packs, tents, gear, oars, hiking pals etc.
BTW.... Capri Blue is a wonderful color on the coupe...if only they'd offer it with java interior
Galaxy.....would you really give up the extra space for a drop top SLiK? (nickname penned by none other than...moi). You cant even fit your dad's golf clubs in the trunk with the top down...and forget about room for packs, tents, gear, oars, hiking pals etc.
BTW.... Capri Blue is a wonderful color on the coupe...if only they'd offer it with java interior
I've giving them 3 times to fix my seatbelt. I now qualify for the lemon law. My car still 'causes me red welts. They get two more times.
To be honest, you know, I spent so much time pushing VW to fix my Cabrio, wrote them letters, talked to higher-ups etc. In the end, my conclusion is that I was hitting my head against the wall. It was so painful. But when I hired a lawyer, everything got better, so I'm going to take the path of less resistance on this one. It's not worth the headache to fight with MB – the dealership still says there is nothing wrong, then I show them the problem and they go: ohhh, And to be honest, it's not my job to be an advocate with MB, so they fix my 30K car that is under warranty. It's their job to fix it. 5 times seems fair.
I prayed to your rain gods tonight for you.
Originally posted by young
good idea! i support that... it's not about practicality.
good idea! i support that... it's not about practicality.
Originally posted by avlis
I woke up this morning as was shocked to see a 3” long red scratch on my collarbone/neck!
I woke up this morning as was shocked to see a 3” long red scratch on my collarbone/neck!
Cheers,
Beth
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Originally posted by galaxygrrl
Yup, familiar with the problem, and if this is a MB hickey, where is the fun part?
Cheers,
Beth
Yup, familiar with the problem, and if this is a MB hickey, where is the fun part?
Cheers,
Beth
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C230K Coupe/Orion/C4/C5/CD/AMG Spoiler/V60/TeleAid, 2 MGB's
Originally posted by mbtech208
vibrating seat and mood lighting in the '04 models.
vibrating seat and mood lighting in the '04 models.
Or will they take another cue from VW and use flower holders and scented candles?
Originally posted by galaxygrrl
Rick, you’re ruining my fantasy here.
Rick, you’re ruining my fantasy here.
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Now, kids... please behave. I think Galaxygrrl would look great in an SLK! (certainly better than dasMafia in his gurly Z3). You could deploy that nifty roof as an airbrake while sliding down those SF hills.
Just keep in mind, GG, the SLK is also a Mercedes-Benz. If you decide to trade one MB for another... well, I don't want to hear about it if the belts in the SLK give you hickies, too.
No, wait, maybe I do? :o Oh, Nevermind.
Just keep in mind, GG, the SLK is also a Mercedes-Benz. If you decide to trade one MB for another... well, I don't want to hear about it if the belts in the SLK give you hickies, too.
No, wait, maybe I do? :o Oh, Nevermind.
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c230k, black, auto, c2 (let the sunshine in), Bose, leather, and CD
Well I was saying to a friend last night that driving a MB does spoil you. I really do love it. Now if I think of those red marks are hickeys, maybe they will be OK, still missing the fun part though.
Thanks for indulging my SLK fantasy.
Beth
Thanks for indulging my SLK fantasy.
Beth
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Originally posted by mbtech208
Rumor has it MB is coming out with a vibrating seat and mood lighting in the '04 models.
Rumor has it MB is coming out with a vibrating seat and mood lighting in the '04 models.
If a 3" welt is your definition of a hickey, I'd hate to see what you'd call rough sex. Or maybe not. Can you send pics? :p
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c230k, black, auto, c2 (let the sunshine in), Bose, leather, and CD
Originally posted by tommy
If a 3" welt is your definition of a hickey, I'd hate to see what you'd call rough sex. Or maybe not. Can you send pics? :p
If a 3" welt is your definition of a hickey, I'd hate to see what you'd call rough sex. Or maybe not. Can you send pics? :p
Tommy, I won't send you pictures, but just know you would need those pills to keep up.:p
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Galaxygrrl,
You could always hire someone to sit behind you and hold you lovingly. That way if you wanted a hickey all you'd have to do is ask! btw I can be bought! JK
Why don't you try a sheepskin belt sleeve thingy? My dear mom has one on her S-class. It wraps around the belt making it soft and furry so it doesn't chew up your neck.
You could always hire someone to sit behind you and hold you lovingly. That way if you wanted a hickey all you'd have to do is ask! btw I can be bought! JK
Why don't you try a sheepskin belt sleeve thingy? My dear mom has one on her S-class. It wraps around the belt making it soft and furry so it doesn't chew up your neck.
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c230k, black, auto, c2 (let the sunshine in), Bose, leather, and CD
Originally posted by MB-BOB
tommy, I think she's saying you would need those (little blue) pills to "keep up." Too bad you two don't live closer together. You could get a room and send ALL of us pictures...
Oh, boy am I being bad. I have the day off today. I should be mowing the grass.
tommy, I think she's saying you would need those (little blue) pills to "keep up." Too bad you two don't live closer together. You could get a room and send ALL of us pictures...
Oh, boy am I being bad. I have the day off today. I should be mowing the grass.
Keep dreaming about those pictures Bob, never gonna post 'em. Remember Tommy is Mr. "you'll thank me later"
Beth
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Originally posted by MB-BOB
I have the day off today. I should be mowing the grass.
I have the day off today. I should be mowing the grass.
Beth, I think you would look great in a SLK! I do think that the "cuteness" of that car pushes it over the line to "chick car" though (IMO).
Haven't had any problems with my fuel gauge. Reads full when full, 1/2 when 1/2, etc. Just lucky I guess, knock on wood (Patterned aluminum for you Coupsters ).
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C230K Coupe/Orion/C4/C5/CD/AMG Spoiler/V60/TeleAid, 2 MGB's
Originally posted by tommy
Sweet! How much would lava lamps for headlights cost?
Sweet! How much would lava lamps for headlights cost?