W204 Roof spoiler
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Link to OEM Roof Spoiler (Primed) only $283
Here is a link to a real OEM Roof Spoiler (Primed) for only $283...
Makes me want to reconsider for only $100 more...
Would just have to paint it, which I could easily do myself...
Makes me want to reconsider for only $100 more...
Would just have to paint it, which I could easily do myself...
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LOADED 08' C350 & 14' GLK-350 Diamond White (P1, MM, AMG Pkg, Ln Trkng, Htd Sts, Keylss Go)
Link to OEM Roof Spoiler (Primed) only $283
Here is a link to a real OEM Roof Spoiler (Primed) for only $283...
http://mercedespartspeople.com/Searc...Spoiler+primed
Makes me want to reconsider for only $100 more...
Would just have to paint it, which I could easily do myself...
http://mercedespartspeople.com/Searc...Spoiler+primed
Makes me want to reconsider for only $100 more...
Would just have to paint it, which I could easily do myself...
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I can't remember but I'm pretty sure I left positive feedback also - a representation of the way in which he conducted his business though, not a representation of the quality of the product. I wasn't expecting OEM, and it didn't come close, but I wasn't going to leave negative feedback because he didn't claim it to be of-OEM-quality (it's coming from Tawaiian guys...).
Anyway, as a nit-picker I'm just giving my 2 cents. From 2+ feet away a MB enthusiast wouldn't see any of the things that I mentioned - and from .5 feet away, a regular person wouldn't see any of the things I mentioned, but I know in my heart that the product isn't to my standards which eats away at me. Especially since my neighbor has a c350 with an OEM spoiler that I have to look at multiple times everyday
Anyway, as a nit-picker I'm just giving my 2 cents. From 2+ feet away a MB enthusiast wouldn't see any of the things that I mentioned - and from .5 feet away, a regular person wouldn't see any of the things I mentioned, but I know in my heart that the product isn't to my standards which eats away at me. Especially since my neighbor has a c350 with an OEM spoiler that I have to look at multiple times everyday
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way I see it, if the paint comes out like ****, I'll just repaint it and it'll still come out way cheaper than OEM. I saw pics of the fitment and it looked fine.
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I can't remember but I'm pretty sure I left positive feedback also - a representation of the way in which he conducted his business though, not a representation of the quality of the product. I wasn't expecting OEM, and it didn't come close, but I wasn't going to leave negative feedback because he didn't claim it to be of-OEM-quality (it's coming from Tawaiian guys...).
Anyway, as a nit-picker I'm just giving my 2 cents. From 2+ feet away a MB enthusiast wouldn't see any of the things that I mentioned - and from .5 feet away, a regular person wouldn't see any of the things I mentioned, but I know in my heart that the product isn't to my standards which eats away at me. Especially since my neighbor has a c350 with an OEM spoiler that I have to look at multiple times everyday
Anyway, as a nit-picker I'm just giving my 2 cents. From 2+ feet away a MB enthusiast wouldn't see any of the things that I mentioned - and from .5 feet away, a regular person wouldn't see any of the things I mentioned, but I know in my heart that the product isn't to my standards which eats away at me. Especially since my neighbor has a c350 with an OEM spoiler that I have to look at multiple times everyday
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i think you guys are thinking too much. it's a piece of simple roof spoiler. I saw the OEM one. Can't be that hard to make a replica.
It's not like a big front or rear pumper that the fitment can be tricky. I am sure most of the members here have bought aftermarket trunk spoiler. If they are bad quality, how do those sellers stay in business? Like I said, nothing is perfect. even with OEM part, there can be defect sometime. My authentic Brabus front bumper for the W211 is a perfect example. spent more than $2000 for that thing, but still need a little modification to make it fit.
regarding the price for OEM. If it's $300 for a painted, installed spoiler, I might have considered it. But, $300 is for just the part. You will need to pay for painting and tax, which can easily push it to $400 -500.
That's why I decided to go for $180 replica. I have bought 2 replica spoilers before. they were both ok.
It's not like a big front or rear pumper that the fitment can be tricky. I am sure most of the members here have bought aftermarket trunk spoiler. If they are bad quality, how do those sellers stay in business? Like I said, nothing is perfect. even with OEM part, there can be defect sometime. My authentic Brabus front bumper for the W211 is a perfect example. spent more than $2000 for that thing, but still need a little modification to make it fit.
regarding the price for OEM. If it's $300 for a painted, installed spoiler, I might have considered it. But, $300 is for just the part. You will need to pay for painting and tax, which can easily push it to $400 -500.
That's why I decided to go for $180 replica. I have bought 2 replica spoilers before. they were both ok.
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C350, ML350
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Now we have to wait what we get.... lett's try to stay a bit positive, may B MB horseshoe had bad luck ??
Last edited by Petje; Sep 4, 2008 at 03:58 AM.
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yes, we should be positive about it. llike i said. it's a simple piece of roof spoiler. really nothing to it. and Carking is one of the bigger, more reputable seller on ebay. I am sure ieverything will be fine.
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mb_horseshoe could you produce pictures of the bad spoiler like I did for my diffuser?
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Im confused thinking of backing out
I can't remember but I'm pretty sure I left positive feedback also - a representation of the way in which he conducted his business though, not a representation of the quality of the product. I wasn't expecting OEM, and it didn't come close, but I wasn't going to leave negative feedback because he didn't claim it to be of-OEM-quality (it's coming from Tawaiian guys...).
Anyway, as a nit-picker I'm just giving my 2 cents. From 2+ feet away a MB enthusiast wouldn't see any of the things that I mentioned - and from .5 feet away, a regular person wouldn't see any of the things I mentioned, but I know in my heart that the product isn't to my standards which eats away at me. Especially since my neighbor has a c350 with an OEM spoiler that I have to look at multiple times everyday
Anyway, as a nit-picker I'm just giving my 2 cents. From 2+ feet away a MB enthusiast wouldn't see any of the things that I mentioned - and from .5 feet away, a regular person wouldn't see any of the things I mentioned, but I know in my heart that the product isn't to my standards which eats away at me. Especially since my neighbor has a c350 with an OEM spoiler that I have to look at multiple times everyday
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Just get it. It's not a complicated part to fabricate and I've already seen pics of the product and fitment looks good. The only thing that would be questionable is the paint matching, but even if the paint matching is not 100% perfect, you can just get it repainted locally and still save more than OEM. It's like $170-180 for painted and shipped. That's a bargain and well worth the risk. And as previously stated, he's got a good ebay record and with the changes to ebay which protects buyers from ever getting negative retribution feedback from sellers, there's absolutely no reason for buyers to lie.
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To Guys in the GB already.
Just wait patiently for the parts. no reason to worry now. You already put down deposit (at least). Wait till you get the part. If you like it, perfect. you save a lot of $ from buying OEM. If not (not because you don't like the style, but because there is defect/problem with the part), then return and get a full refund. You only wasted the time WAITING for it. That's all. for $200 to 300 saving, I think it's worth a try.
I think it's natural for people to want to post negative things about something. It's ok and I am thankful to them for wanting to warn us. But you guys should ask around, ask people on the forum who has purchased aftermarket spoilers for their opinon. I bet most of them will tell you that they are happy with their purchase.
so, just relax.
Just wait patiently for the parts. no reason to worry now. You already put down deposit (at least). Wait till you get the part. If you like it, perfect. you save a lot of $ from buying OEM. If not (not because you don't like the style, but because there is defect/problem with the part), then return and get a full refund. You only wasted the time WAITING for it. That's all. for $200 to 300 saving, I think it's worth a try.
I think it's natural for people to want to post negative things about something. It's ok and I am thankful to them for wanting to warn us. But you guys should ask around, ask people on the forum who has purchased aftermarket spoilers for their opinon. I bet most of them will tell you that they are happy with their purchase.
so, just relax.
Last edited by yxc145; Sep 4, 2008 at 04:05 PM.
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yeah replicas are simply for those who want the next best thing for a fraction of the cost. You will be taking a risk but thats what you pay for. I mean look at me, i just spent how much on a OEM roof/trunk spoiler, Im broke for 1 week but i have the security of not having to worrie about that.
Anyways just a tip but if you plan on having your windows tinted its smart that you do it first before applying the roof spoiler.
Anyways just a tip but if you plan on having your windows tinted its smart that you do it first before applying the roof spoiler.
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yeah replicas are simply for those who want the next best thing for a fraction of the cost. You will be taking a risk but thats what you pay for. I mean look at me, i just spent how much on a OEM roof/trunk spoiler, Im broke for 1 week but i have the security of not having to worrie about that.
Anyways just a tip but if you plan on having your windows tinted its smart that you do it first before applying the roof spoiler.
Anyways just a tip but if you plan on having your windows tinted its smart that you do it first before applying the roof spoiler.
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Price for roof spoiler is $179.00 thats with the 10% if we have 20 people i think you will be 17 or 18 person we can get 20% will reduce it to $159.00. Email Brad from CarKing Tuning. If you dont want the Combo just send your deposit of $50.00 to Brad saying that you want just the roof spoiler painted what ever color you want and you need to send him the color code that you want for example black is Code 040. The roof will come painted bc with that price it will come painted.
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I am not sure about the unpainted price. Maybe $150?
I am from Taiwan. I know the paint job is cheap (not as low quality) due to low labor cost.
