afkcsco

Hi All,
Ive been shopping for a while and finally got one yesterday which will be my wifes car.

Its white with black iunt and black ash trim.
Pano roof
Active driver seat
P2 package.
lane tracking
driver asst.
7yr/100k warranty

I'd like to know about a couple things - I recall there was a lowering thing on older E class's I think "star ..??.." and I'd also like to know if there are any recommended wheels and pictures... Id like to know what it might look like in the future

Im not going to lower it or get the wheels any time soon...but Id like to know what can be done - and if there are any recommended mods.


Im sure I will have more questions after I have driven the car more than 10 min and read the manual.

Looking forward to great times and no problems in this car.!

-A

BenzV12

Congrats , I like your wheels , chrome rims are great
Happy safe driving

clmulli

Love it! Thanks for sharing. How in the h3ll did you land that warranty? Don't think you can lower with STARS since you don't have airmatic suspension. E350's are equipped with springs. But ask questions, the cast here is great with answering them. Enjoy it!

afkcsco

thanks guys - what do you mean about the warranty...they also offered a 7year/125mile option for alot more.

If I cant lower it what size rims and tires are recommended to fill the gap.

I'm also thinking about ordering a rear spoiler and would like to know if the bottom grill in the front comes out easily so I can get it chromed or if chrome ones are available. Also where can I get clear side markers for the front. ???




Thanks all ... as you can tell im excited

Darn the owners manual is so SO long!!! Been reading it the last two nights...

BenzV12

It's worth the read
You are doing a good job , it's not that common that buyers read owners manuals lol

I have learnt a few cool things thanks to reading it , I am not bored at all either . It's like reading a car mag to me lol

Comand Manual itself is too long and thick too

threeMBs

18": front 235/45, rear 265/40 (IMHO, its not going to look good)

19": front 235/40, rear 265/35

20": front 235/35, rear 265/30 or 275/30


But since its your wife's car, why get extra attention?

afkcsco

Thanks for the size info -- I like my cars to be a little diff than the rest thats why I want the wheels.

I also do not like to have staggered sizes ... front and rear same size -- is there a recommendation with that in mind?

xolinlevh

Great car! You can't lower the car on a 350, the 550s have the Airmatic which lets you change the height on the fly. You would have to cut the springs

threeMBs

You can use any of the "front" sizes specified above at all four corners.

vei1side

You don't have to cut the springs -_-. You can just buy lowering springs.

BM2BZ

congrats on the new ride...wait a minute, congrats on your wife's new ride ! but why do you care to mod it and read the manual? it's her ride. time to have her hands get dirty .

afkcsco

thanks all -- Couple of questions --
Yesterday I noticed some interior noise; as if some panel is a little loose on the drivers door -- I also noticed that the wood trim has a line going through it ... what should i do?
I also noticed that the steering wheel is not 100% straight when driving on the freeway.

Are these things I should go tell the dealer - or am I being a bit too picky.

60k+ i would think it should all be 100%

Please see the picture of the dash where the wood shows a seem ? Let me know what you all think I should do.

Thank you,
A

BM2BZ

mine pulling to the right as well but i'll take my car in for other reasons and will have them check. as for the line, i'm sorry but i can see it. where is it exactly ?

BenzV12

It took a while for me to figure out as well, here is a detailed image I did for you to see

beb

Cut springs!? This aint 1997 and its also not a prelude!



http://www.advanwheels.com.au/wheels...ke=13&model=78

Im a huge sucker for nice, premium JDM forged wheels *drool*

El Cid

Congrats on the ride!
Two recommendations. You and wife should both read ALL the manuals in detail, including the maintenance booklet. Make notes, highlight things and prepare list of questions for dealer or MBUSA. I made some cheat sheets for various operations of the car and the COMAND system and keep them in console.
Would also keep a list of things to address with dealership at first service if not before. Make sure they enter it onto the work order and in computer. This way you are protected if a problem develops later.
Enjoy!

BM2BZ

thanks, buddy ! i've looked at it a few times and finally figured that out before this post. you should've posted it sooner ! my time is so valuable! i need to read other threads !

afkcsco

So you all think I'm being too picky?

afkcsco

Darn I just looked at the detailed pic and that is NOT what I'm talking about

It is very noticeable when sitting in the car

I will take another picture later tonight but for the time being
I'm talking about a verticle line on the middle of my picture
The wood is noticeably darker on the right side of the seem

afkcsco

Don't worry xolinlevh I will not cut the springs

I'm thinking that lowering it is not a good option and not gonna happen
I'll try filling the gap with bigger wheels

BenzV12

Anytime buddy

Speaking of time, time is money we all know that ha ha
I am making my contribution right after submitting this topic on the image you posted OT Honda Forum ,stay tuned lol

I think your not because I have looked at my interior and namely the wood you posted ,it looks better than faded wood trim but still yours should be in perfect state too , not in this shape

BM2BZ

no, you are not too picky. just they are being lousy ! like what you said, the right side is much darker than the left and that's unacceptable. isn't it suppose to be one piece of wood? now it looks like two pieces and worst of all, unmatched color . take it back and have them change it for you. they have to! if they tell you they can't see any problem, sit in another car on their lot and go back to your car. don't let them fool you!