CLK-Class (W208) 1998-2002: CLK 200, CLK 230K, CLK 320, CLK 430 [Coupes & Cabriolets]

Xenon or HID xenon?

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Old Mar 24, 2003 | 03:38 PM
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Xenon or HID xenon?

I want to upgrade to Xenon, but not sure which one to get:
1. Xenon HID from Hid4less.com $499
2. OEM Xenon (not HID) from Steve $499

I've read some threads that say option 1 may have issues since its not OEM. Thoughts?

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Old Mar 24, 2003 | 03:58 PM
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HID (high intensity discharge)=Xenon they are are the same thing.

I'll sell you the same kit hids4less will except $25 cheaper($475). Email me if you want info. If steve will sell you stock xenon headlamps, ballasts, and bulbs for 499.....jump all over it! However for 499 it sounds like he is selling aftermarket kits as well. Mind you if you don't have xenon's from the factory the oem xenons will not fit in the housing correctly. m3jeremy@hotmail.com

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PS no issue's with hid4less kit either, comes with 5-year warranty and will not set off low voltage sensor/warning(ie. defective bulb).

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Old Mar 24, 2003 | 05:55 PM
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Originally posted by CiLKY
However for 499 it sounds like he is selling aftermarket kits as well.
I only sell OEM MB parts but to be honest...I didn't know I was selling 208 xenon sets for 499USD...

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Old Mar 24, 2003 | 06:33 PM
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Steve, how much are your W208 OEM Xenon headlights, if you do have any for sale.
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Old Mar 24, 2003 | 06:33 PM
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Steve, when are you coming back to new york?
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Old Mar 25, 2003 | 03:40 AM
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I recently sold a set of 208 xenons (1 new and 1 shortly used light) for 700USD shipped. I have 1 more set available (and 1 set that is already token).

I will either be in NY during my next trip (last 2 weeks of april/first week of may) or in July.

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Old Mar 25, 2003 | 12:17 PM
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Steve are those the OEM xenon's with the housing items and all, or just the kit?
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Old Mar 25, 2003 | 12:25 PM
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It sounds like steve is selling the whole headlamp assembly with everything you need. Now as far as his pricing???? who knows he sold a half used set for 700.....which is a good deal.

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Originally posted by antoniosp
Steve are those the OEM xenon's with the housing items and all, or just the kit?
I don't sell after market parts...so these are the complete OEM Xenon headlight assemblys.

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Steve is it true you can convert a 99 clk 430 dash display to one of a 2000+ clk? And make all the instruments work : ie trip computer, gas, mileage etc....?
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Steve is it true you can convert a 99 clk 430 dash display to one of a 2000+ clk? And make all the instruments work : ie trip computer, gas, mileage etc....?
YES...did that in december in a 99 C43 and in february in a 98 E420 (both US spec)...

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