E430 Body Project
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E430 Body Project
Hey guys, I have been browsing the forums for quite sometime. I need advice, I bought a 99 e430 from a salvage auction. I initially bought the car only for the motor, 4.3 v8. Only to find that there is little damage to the car, it is worth fixing! So here goes, I am searching for a front bumper assembly. There is nothing for a bumper on the front end. Just wondering if it is a 2 piece bumper as my w202 is. There is an inner bumper, and a cover? I have been finding bumpers pretty reasonably priced in my area. Just wondering If anyone has any info it would be greatly appreciated.
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Ok, need a little more information If you guys don't mind. What years are compatible with my 99' e430. Bumper-wise.
I am looking at a few used bumpers, these are the models I have to work with.
1997 e300D
1997 e420
1996 e320
Also Looking to replace headlights with -
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/96-99-MERCEDE...833afa&vxp=mtr
I am looking at a few used bumpers, these are the models I have to work with.
1997 e300D
1997 e420
1996 e320
Also Looking to replace headlights with -
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/96-99-MERCEDE...833afa&vxp=mtr
Last edited by Mike P Grunerud; Jan 24, 2013 at 12:03 AM.
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I agree on the headlights... If your sold on black then look at these http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewi...id=60435101383
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I think only black cars that can pull those off. on any other color, they look a little off. have you considered the clear depo projectors?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/00-02-Merced...04e9bb&vxp=mtr
http://www.ebay.com/itm/00-02-Merced...04e9bb&vxp=mtr
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I think only black cars that can pull those off. on any other color, they look a little off. have you considered the clear depo projectors?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/00-02-Merced...04e9bb&vxp=mtr
http://www.ebay.com/itm/00-02-Merced...04e9bb&vxp=mtr
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I third that motion.... These are the ones that come with hid conversion http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewi...id=95477334332
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Well, I appreciate all the help. I will look into those headlights, I am currently invested my time alot in my w202. So the e430 is parked for the time being. Almost done with the w202, Just need headlights any suggestions?
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are you looking for suggestions for HIDs or projectors?
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Pick your poison. both w210s, the clears are the E430 and the Blacks are the E320. Both are 1999, so they're pre-facelift like yours. Don't have silver, sorry 
one has HIDs in, and the other has halogens. the projectors definitely help focus the beam, regardless whether HID or halogen.
also, if you want to give an updated look, get the clear foglights if you don't have the sport front bumper.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/96-99-Merced...d44d3c&vxp=mtrpt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item2a2 9d44d3c&vxp=mtr
one has HIDs in, and the other has halogens. the projectors definitely help focus the beam, regardless whether HID or halogen.
also, if you want to give an updated look, get the clear foglights if you don't have the sport front bumper.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/96-99-Merced...d44d3c&vxp=mtrpt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item2a2 9d44d3c&vxp=mtr
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Pick your poison. both w210s, the clears are the E430 and the Blacks are the E320. Both are 1999, so they're pre-facelift like yours. Don't have silver, sorry
one has HIDs in, and the other has halogens. the projectors definitely help focus the beam, regardless whether HID or halogen.
also, if you want to give an updated look, get the clear foglights if you don't have the sport front bumper.
one has HIDs in, and the other has halogens. the projectors definitely help focus the beam, regardless whether HID or halogen.
also, if you want to give an updated look, get the clear foglights if you don't have the sport front bumper.
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Don't be alarmed though, all you have to do is sand down some of the trunk opening to get it to fit properly. They look great nonetheless.
