coolcamden

I am going to buy this CLS that has these added-on chrome trim pieces that go over the taillights, headlights, door handles and outside mirrors. I want to take them off after taking delivery of the car. Can I do it without damaging anything? How would I do it? Are they all adhesive backed?

Kevin M.

Your entering new territory, very few people have added those items, and even less have removed them. I would assume they are just adhesive backing, use a hair dryer to heat up the molding and simply pry it off, without using a screwdiver Some goo gone will remove the sticky stuff.

AMG_55

you must take it off at any cost
goodluck

coolcamden

They are so bling-wanna-be's.
great deal in the car, but it's black/cashmere beige interior. I am not crazy about that interior but should i pass up a good car/great deal because of it?

02S430

well how much of a good deal is it? how many miles?

HouTxCLS55

There are plenty of CLS55 the market, don't get something your "not crazy about" Take your time you will find the car you want!

SSM AMG

Do as Kevin said. The heat gun will help. Be very careful with the pieces you remove because they tend to be very sharp. Those pieces use the tape as the emblems on your car. Good luck.

coolcamden

Thanks for all the replies. I know people who've debadged their cars with hair dryer and floss, etc... I am thinking that for $80K I'd better get the perfect car, or as close to it as I can. Not something I'd need to spend a day fixing and worrying about not scratching the paint. I'm thinking no-go.

HouTxCLS55

Good call, you'll find the perfect car!

hatem

whatever your choice of cars, get something without those chrome trim pieces,
or have the current dealer or owner remove them for you.