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Old 11-30-2008, 05:16 AM
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Replaced Trunk Handle for a chrome one..!

Thanks to Rick Hunter who sent me the removal instructions for the trunk lid cover. My model came with a matt black one and I figured that a chrome one would finish it off better. So, bought the part from my local MB dealer and got about taking off the internal panels etc. The instructions Rick sent me worked to a T and all in all it took about 40 minutes as I took my time to ensure that I didn't break any of the plastic retaining tabs.

Took some photos but I can't upload them. Think they're too big....
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Cheers mate. Glad it worked out.

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Here's the photos...

Here's the photos....Chrome looks much better I reckon....
Attached Thumbnails Replaced Trunk Handle for a chrome one..!-w204-de-chrome.jpg   Replaced Trunk Handle for a chrome one..!-w204-chrome.jpg  
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Looks good. Chrome does make it look a lot better.
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Anyone know where I'd pick up the avantgarde chrome strips that go along the passenger and drivers door?
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I like the chrome on the black (at least it looks black to me)...
Looks classy...nice job!
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Originally Posted by budfoxx
Thanks to Rick Hunter who sent me the removal instructions for the trunk lid cover. My model came with a matt black one and I figured that a chrome one would finish it off better. So, bought the part from my local MB dealer and got about taking off the internal panels etc. The instructions Rick sent me worked to a T and all in all it took about 40 minutes as I took my time to ensure that I didn't break any of the plastic retaining tabs.

Took some photos but I can't upload them. Think they're too big....
Could you please send me the instructions?

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The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence!!

There is another thread about how folks are vinyl wrapping the chrome piece to make it matte black!!
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The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence!!

There is another thread about how folks are vinyl wrapping the chrome piece to make it matte black!!
Where can I get a black trunk strip? I don't want to wrap mine.
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I still have a black one lieing around the house. Am located in Germany but dont mind sending it abroad. Send me a pm.

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Originally Posted by budfoxx
Anyone know where I'd pick up the avantgarde chrome strips that go along the passenger and drivers door?
Should be able to get them from your dealer. I got mine from www.getmercedesparts.com. via a convoluted process, but depends on where you are located. If you are in the UK try http://www.mercedes-benz-parts.co.uk/ These are the part numbers:

1st RH moulding A2046903162
1st LH moulding A2046903262
Rear RH moulding A2047300280
Rear LH moulding A2047300180
Front RH moulding A2047200280
Front LH moulding A2047200180

Good luck
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Originally Posted by budfoxx
The instructions Rick sent me worked to a T and all in all it took about 40 minutes as I took my time to ensure that I didn't break any of the plastic retaining tabs.
Can you post or PM me the instructions? I'm curious as to what is behind the strip. Thank you.
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Budfoxx or lingnoi how much are you guys willing to sell the trunk handle strip since you guys have it in black? Can you guys also post some pictures, thank you
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lol cost cutting at mercedes benz is amazing. they do it so well.
It's probably not MB, but the dealer getting the specs down to a price that is attractive in his maket area. The model he has is a C180.
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Can you post or PM me the instructions? I'm curious as to what is behind the strip. Thank you.
Ditto. Please post these instructions.

I want to paint mine body color.
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Originally Posted by budfoxx
Thanks to Rick Hunter who sent me the removal instructions for the trunk lid cover. My model came with a matt black one and I figured that a chrome one would finish it off better. So, bought the part from my local MB dealer and got about taking off the internal panels etc. The instructions Rick sent me worked to a T and all in all it took about 40 minutes as I took my time to ensure that I didn't break any of the plastic retaining tabs.

Took some photos but I can't upload them. Think they're too big....
Hi budfoxx,

Could you please provide the part number for the chrome boot/trunk handle and the instructions. I don't want to rush the job so any additional tips will be most welcome.

Thanks
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Chrome trunk handle install...

Guys,

Sorry for my late replies to this thread.

FIrstly, I have the model number, it's on the box it came with but it's in my attic and I need to dig this out. It might take me a day or so if that's ok but as soon as I get it I'll take a photo of the sticker on the box so you can show this to your local dealer. The chrome one costs about 80 euros (I'm in Ireland).

Secondly, I still have the matt black one and you are welcome to it, whoever wants it. I need to see how much the postage is to the US so let me know your zip code and I'll do that. It's not heavy at all. Dunno what price so make me an offer. A few beers would be great!

Lastly, I need to see where I can dig out the instructions. Meantime you might ping the guy who sent them to me, i mention him somewhere.

It takes a while to install...you just need to be patient..

I think it's worth it!

Cheers, A
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the instructions...

Guys, i found the original email from Rick with the instructions. I've uploaded it onto tiny pic but if that's too small, pm me with your email address and i'll send it to you as a jpeg that you can zoom into..

cheers...

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budfoxx.

Did you ever find the part number for the strip?
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It look Good. I like the black better though. Funny how everyone is trying to do the opposite...lol
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i just seen this.. think painting the chrome strip would be okay ? same the the grill no?

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