New to the Forum - Just got my first E Class
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2006 Black Opel 350 4matic
New to the Forum - Just got my first E Class
Im Rob from New York
Switching from:
2000 Saab 9-5 v6 Turbo
8000k Xenon, 5% Tint, 18" wheels
TO
2006 Black Opel E350 4matic
Ash Leather
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167 Non-Sport Pkg
626 Premium Pkg w/Panorama
I purchased this car from a family member with 5k miles on it. The woman driving it did not opt for the Bi-Xenon lights. I am 24 years old, and am new to the benz world. Can some of you help me with some mods that I am looking to do?
-I am a neat freak, and would prefer no messy ballasts or harnesses for the lights. Can I get OEM Bi-XENON installed in the car? Can you direct me to places to look? The headlights are the most important factor for me, and I would like to do everything OEM and the right way.
-Also I do not want to sacrifice the ride, so I was thinking 18" MB wheels.. Is this a safe assumption?
-Do you suggest with the clear side markers, that clear lights also be installed?
I hope to also lend a helping hand to everyone as I am very enthusiastic about my new car and plan to learn alot within the near future. Have fun driving!
Switching from:
2000 Saab 9-5 v6 Turbo
8000k Xenon, 5% Tint, 18" wheels
TO
2006 Black Opel E350 4matic
Ash Leather
Sirius Satellite Radio
167 Non-Sport Pkg
626 Premium Pkg w/Panorama
I purchased this car from a family member with 5k miles on it. The woman driving it did not opt for the Bi-Xenon lights. I am 24 years old, and am new to the benz world. Can some of you help me with some mods that I am looking to do?
-I am a neat freak, and would prefer no messy ballasts or harnesses for the lights. Can I get OEM Bi-XENON installed in the car? Can you direct me to places to look? The headlights are the most important factor for me, and I would like to do everything OEM and the right way.
-Also I do not want to sacrifice the ride, so I was thinking 18" MB wheels.. Is this a safe assumption?
-Do you suggest with the clear side markers, that clear lights also be installed?
I hope to also lend a helping hand to everyone as I am very enthusiastic about my new car and plan to learn alot within the near future. Have fun driving!
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2014 E350 Estate Wagon 4Matic
Welcome and congrats on the new ride. 18's will be fine. I upgraded from 16 to 18 and the ride difference was acceptable.
As for the xenon headlamp assemblies, I seem to remember that they cost around $1000 each. Of course there are other components like the igniter, etc. Try searching the forum for a DIY, I seem to remember a thread about this a while ago.
As for the xenon headlamp assemblies, I seem to remember that they cost around $1000 each. Of course there are other components like the igniter, etc. Try searching the forum for a DIY, I seem to remember a thread about this a while ago.
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Welcome and congrats on the new ride. 18's will be fine. I upgraded from 16 to 18 and the ride difference was acceptable.
As for the xenon headlamp assemblies, I seem to remember that they cost around $1000 each. Of course there are other components like the igniter, etc. Try searching the forum for a DIY, I seem to remember a thread about this a while ago.
As for the xenon headlamp assemblies, I seem to remember that they cost around $1000 each. Of course there are other components like the igniter, etc. Try searching the forum for a DIY, I seem to remember a thread about this a while ago.
So to go from the Halogen lights in my 2006 E350 to Bi-Xenon will cost 1000 per light? Wow
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If you decide to go aftermarket instead of OEM for the xenons, check out this very detailed D.I.Y
https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w211/188825-hid-fog-lights-headlight-install-guide-211-e-series-may-work-other-series-models.html
https://mbworld.org/forums/e-class-w211/188825-hid-fog-lights-headlight-install-guide-211-e-series-may-work-other-series-models.html
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2015 ML 350
Steve frequently comes to the USA, knows the cars inside out & is a no risk source for all your OEM MB after delivery installs. http://mbenznl.com/
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Thanks for the replies. I think Ill try the guy from brooklyn, since I am looking for OEM. I want to modify this car but without all the extra wiring that aftermarket parts seem to come with.
Thanks again.
Thanks again.
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2006 Black Opel 350 4matic
I am in the process of ordering rims at the moment.. Ill get pics up once they are on.. I am tryign to decide if 19x8.5 will be too harsh on the car. Any suggestions?
