Bad day
Senior Member
Joined: Feb 2016
Posts: 306
Likes: 31
AMG C63S
Its gonna happen. It has to happen. I have all 4 with some sort of curb rash..
Around here there are dozens of rim shops that for about $150-200 per wheel will weld, lathe and refinish each rim.
I have made the decision to wait until I change all 4 tires in about 3 months and do them all at that time.
Sucks but, its part of driving..
Around here there are dozens of rim shops that for about $150-200 per wheel will weld, lathe and refinish each rim.
I have made the decision to wait until I change all 4 tires in about 3 months and do them all at that time.
Sucks but, its part of driving..
Member
Joined: Nov 2016
Posts: 179
Likes: 12
C43
Senior Member
Joined: Feb 2016
Posts: 306
Likes: 31
AMG C63S
In the future, if the insurance is $1000 or less I will buy it. I didnt on this car and regret it as I have blown out both front tires within 10 days of each other and all 4 rims have curb rash.
I wouldn't really care but, MB requires the rims to have NO rash when returned, so if you dont buy the Insurance then you are out of pocket when you turn the car in..
I wouldn't really care but, MB requires the rims to have NO rash when returned, so if you dont buy the Insurance then you are out of pocket when you turn the car in..
Senior Member
Joined: Feb 2016
Posts: 306
Likes: 31
AMG C63S
You are correct that they will not pay to repair the curb rash but, you are incorrect because you will not be charged anything when turning them in.
It is a scam for sure. They charge you to have them repaired when turning the car in, but the insurance eliminates your responsibility.
The insurance only pays for major dents, tire blowouts, etc.. But, with the price of these tires and the cost to repair before turning in, $1000 is a bargain..
It is a scam for sure. They charge you to have them repaired when turning the car in, but the insurance eliminates your responsibility.
The insurance only pays for major dents, tire blowouts, etc.. But, with the price of these tires and the cost to repair before turning in, $1000 is a bargain..
Trending Topics
Member
Joined: Aug 2016
Posts: 248
Likes: 19
2017 C63s Sedan | 2016 Yukon XL Denali
However, there is hope. Took mine to a local shop. Charged me $100 for the fix + $20 mount/balance. The polished finish is very difficult to match, but you have to be up close and stare to notice. I'm overall happy with the outcome.
Before:
After:
MB World Stories
The Best of Mercedes & AMG
6 Mercedes Models That Did NOT Age Well (But Are Somehow Still Cool)
Verdad Gallardo
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren
Verdad Gallardo
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine
Verdad Gallardo
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction
Verdad Gallardo
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping
Verdad Gallardo
Member
Joined: Mar 2010
Posts: 119
Likes: 6
From: NorCal
Current: 2019 M5 Donnington Gray, 2021 GLE53 Diamond White Met. Previous: 2010 C63, 2012 E550 Coupe
The wheel & tire package does indeed cover the cost of curb rash. I don't remember what I paid for coverage, but in the last 3 months I've had them do 1 wheel on my car and 3 on the wife's car. $0.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Nov 2016
Posts: 1,208
Likes: 133
From: SLC, UT
c-fo-fiddy
Its gonna happen. It has to happen. I have all 4 with some sort of curb rash..
Around here there are dozens of rim shops that for about $150-200 per wheel will weld, lathe and refinish each rim.
I have made the decision to wait until I change all 4 tires in about 3 months and do them all at that time.
Sucks but, its part of driving..
Around here there are dozens of rim shops that for about $150-200 per wheel will weld, lathe and refinish each rim.
I have made the decision to wait until I change all 4 tires in about 3 months and do them all at that time.
Sucks but, its part of driving..
I've never curbed my wheels in 15 years of driving. Learn how to drive.
Super Member
Joined: Oct 2015
Posts: 975
Likes: 98
From: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
C63S 2016
Senior Member
Joined: Feb 2016
Posts: 306
Likes: 31
AMG C63S
Live in a metro city like I do in NYC and drive on highways where 1 million cars a DAY drive, and lets see how your wheels turn out after a year.
Constant beating, expansion and contraction of cracks and potholes from rain, ice, melting, then heat compounded with repair crews that suck and are lazy and slow and its like driving a slalom course every day.
I am aware that some of the worlds greatest drivers come from Utah and Abu Dhabi, thats a fact you can find on wikipedia.
When you have roads like in the UAE that are paved like glass and maintained and roads in Utah where 3 cars drive in a week and its easy to drive for 15 years with no damage.
We need YOU to teach us how to drive... Hysterical.
Constant beating, expansion and contraction of cracks and potholes from rain, ice, melting, then heat compounded with repair crews that suck and are lazy and slow and its like driving a slalom course every day.
I am aware that some of the worlds greatest drivers come from Utah and Abu Dhabi, thats a fact you can find on wikipedia.
When you have roads like in the UAE that are paved like glass and maintained and roads in Utah where 3 cars drive in a week and its easy to drive for 15 years with no damage.
We need YOU to teach us how to drive... Hysterical.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Jan 2017
Posts: 1,117
Likes: 182
Mercedes-Benz E63s AMG
And to help others on the forum, I would highly recommend the wheel and tire insurance, if not through MB, at least get tire insurance through tire rack when you purchase new tires. ESPECIALLY if you're in the NY/NJ area -- oh my god those roads are bad. I got at least 5 brand new tires on my e92 ($300/tire) and bent 3 rims (which can rarely be fixed perfectly, if at all, depending on the rim material -- I tried having mine repaired by several different people and they were all terrible, what a waste of money) and had scratches (not just curb rash, but scratches from all that damn gravel and salt rocks they leave on the road).
Now that I live in warmer climates, it probably won't be as bad, but there is also the convenience of the insurance. You never have to worry about accidentally damaging the rims, it's one less expense you have to account for in the future budget, you don't have to be worried about spending $300 to fix your wheel have it come back anything less than perfect (and spend time finding that guy -- good wheel repair is hard to find), and through MB you just bring your car to them, get a nice loaner, go about your business, and pick up your car when it's all back to new! I mean, $30/mo for that is TOTALLY worth it for me, though I realize maybe not for everybody.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Jan 2017
Posts: 1,117
Likes: 182
Mercedes-Benz E63s AMG
You are correct that they will not pay to repair the curb rash but, you are incorrect because you will not be charged anything when turning them in.
The insurance only pays for major dents, tire blowouts, etc.. But, with the price of these tires and the cost to repair before turning in, $1000 is a bargain..
The insurance only pays for major dents, tire blowouts, etc.. But, with the price of these tires and the cost to repair before turning in, $1000 is a bargain..
Senior Member
Joined: Feb 2016
Posts: 306
Likes: 31
AMG C63S
Skim: I dont have it so, I am only going by what others have said.
There must be some sort of limit on cosmetic damage you can claim. If I scrape my rim once a month, can I go back to MB to fix the same rim month after month for 36 months?
I dont have the contract to read it but, if it covers cosmetic damage as well then its a real no brainer depending on the cost of the package...
There must be some sort of limit on cosmetic damage you can claim. If I scrape my rim once a month, can I go back to MB to fix the same rim month after month for 36 months?
I dont have the contract to read it but, if it covers cosmetic damage as well then its a real no brainer depending on the cost of the package...
Senior Member
Joined: Sep 2016
Posts: 438
Likes: 84
A Benz and a BMW
Skim: I dont have it so, I am only going by what others have said.
There must be some sort of limit on cosmetic damage you can claim. If I scrape my rim once a month, can I go back to MB to fix the same rim month after month for 36 months?
I dont have the contract to read it but, if it covers cosmetic damage as well then its a real no brainer depending on the cost of the package...
There must be some sort of limit on cosmetic damage you can claim. If I scrape my rim once a month, can I go back to MB to fix the same rim month after month for 36 months?
I dont have the contract to read it but, if it covers cosmetic damage as well then its a real no brainer depending on the cost of the package...
I have it on my BMW and they only offer a finite number of repairs over the lifetime of my protection package (I think they said it was 4?). If MB does offer it, I'm willing to bet they have some stipulation like that as well.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Jan 2017
Posts: 1,117
Likes: 182
Mercedes-Benz E63s AMG
That said, curb rash is cosmetic damage, so should be included -- and as I stated before, I did confirm that curb rash specifically would be covered, so if your dealership says otherwise, I would argue. It is technically "cosmetic damage" which is the wording used in the agreement.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Sep 2015
Posts: 2,137
Likes: 263
From: Sydney
AMG GLC63 E-Performance Edition 1
This thread is very useful as most of us will encounter this problem at some stage.
Senior Member
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 258
Likes: 72
From: Orange County
2019 Audi SQ5, 2011 Toyota Tacoma TRD 4wd, 2016 Ford Focus se Hatchback
You're so awesome. You must just look for threads to Sh$t on. I've seen you do it to numerous ones. Chill out. If you don't have anything nice or helpful, move on or buy a BMW.
Banned
Joined: Feb 2012
Posts: 2,838
Likes: 69
From: Los Angeles
'16 C63-S
2 weeks ago, I was switching lanes on the I-10 late at night when something hit my freshly powder-coated wheel. Guess what? **** happens. I don't remember ever curbing a wheel while parking but you can't prevent potholes or debris, especially when it's dark out there.
MBWorld Fanatic!
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 1,300
Likes: 127
2020 G63, 2021 E450 All-Terrain Wagon
Purchased car from one of the largest dealers in Los Angeles - was told Wheel & Tire Protection package covered all curb rash - in fact, when I bought it for my SLK350 back in 2012, I brought the car in multiple times for curb rash - $0.
The thing is that for some reason, dealer wanted $3200 for the wheel and tire protection package in finance. Given that the dealers outsource the work to the cheapest people they find anyways, I much rather pay $100 per instance of curb rash or wait until it gets bad to have it fixed - either way, I don't think I would have EVER recouped $3200.
Bought the package in finance - had to go through plenty of paperwork to have the $3200 refunded in the following month.
The thing is that for some reason, dealer wanted $3200 for the wheel and tire protection package in finance. Given that the dealers outsource the work to the cheapest people they find anyways, I much rather pay $100 per instance of curb rash or wait until it gets bad to have it fixed - either way, I don't think I would have EVER recouped $3200.
Bought the package in finance - had to go through plenty of paperwork to have the $3200 refunded in the following month.
MBWorld God!
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 31,277
Likes: 3,916
From: on my way
2012 CLS63
I agree with sean on this one
MBWorld God!
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 31,277
Likes: 3,916
From: on my way
2012 CLS63
You're an idiot.
2 weeks ago, I was switching lanes on the I-10 late at night when something hit my freshly powder-coated wheel. Guess what? **** happens. I don't remember ever curbing a wheel while parking but you can't prevent potholes or debris, especially when it's dark out there.
2 weeks ago, I was switching lanes on the I-10 late at night when something hit my freshly powder-coated wheel. Guess what? **** happens. I don't remember ever curbing a wheel while parking but you can't prevent potholes or debris, especially when it's dark out there.
