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Old Apr 3, 2023 | 12:03 AM
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Hi allNewbie here. My dad passed away and left me w124 300e4matic. It's been parked since like 2002 and has never moved
however I want to restore it and make it look more modern as I'm younger and want a more modern looking car
​​​​​​I'm thinking of this. What colour is that please and the wheels

https://youtu.be/dBAuPbzEi0M

or any bodykit resembling this please and the colour

https://youtube.com/shorts/w3WhPjMC7cg?feature=share3

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Old Apr 3, 2023 | 12:06 AM
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Originally Posted by Africanlion
Hi allNewbie here. My dad passed away and left me w124 300e4matic. It's been parked since like 2002 and has never moved
however I want to restore it and make it look more modern as I'm younger and want a more modern looking car
​​​​​​I'm thinking of this. What colour is that please and the wheels
https://youtu.be/dBAuPbzEi0M

or any bodykit resembling this please and the colour
https://youtube.com/shorts/w3WhPjMC7cg?feature=share3
This is the car as is right now
Cheers

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Old Apr 3, 2023 | 12:40 AM
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Originally Posted by Africanlion
Hi allNewbie here. My dad passed away and left me w124 300e4matic. It's been parked since like 2002 and has never moved
however I want to restore it and make it look more modern as I'm younger and want a more modern looking car
​​​​​​I'm thinking of this. What colour is that please and the wheels

https://youtu.be/dBAuPbzEi0M

or any bodykit resembling this please and the colour

https://youtube.com/shorts/w3WhPjMC7cg?feature=share3
Color looks like Anthracite Grey 172. Not 100%sure.
And, the original color code of your 300E should be on the VIN plate by the B-pillar.

Have no idea of the wheels. There are literally dozens and dozens of aftermarket wheel brand and design. Difficult to pinpoint the one in the video.

20+ years of inactivity and just sitting outdoor will require extensive restoration. Time and money will have to be abundant. But, if you have the passion and the necessary technical skill and tools, you should be able to finish this project. Or you may just commission a professional restorer to handle it.

I applaud your taking on this restoration. It is an excellent way to honour your father.

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Welcome nice looking ride you should have a mechanic get car running.
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Welcome nice looking ride you should have a mechanic get car running.
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Color looks like Anthracite Grey 172. Not 100%sure.
And, the original color code of your 300E should be on the VIN plate by the B-pillar.

Have no idea of the wheels. There are literally dozens and dozens of aftermarket wheel brand and design. Difficult to pinpoint the one in the video.

20+ years of inactivity and just sitting outdoor will require extensive restoration. Time and money will have to be abundant. But, if you have the passion and the necessary technical skill and tools, you should be able to finish this project. Or you may just commission a professional restorer to handle it.

I applaud your taking on this restoration. It is an excellent way to honour your father.

ThanksDo you have any idea at all what that shiny Merc is
what lips can I add to jazz it up rather than a full body kit. Thanks
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