Lower molding begging for a chrome strip
09-27-2013, 07:19 PM
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I did some additional research on the internet and came across this website http://www.mbofbrooklyn.com/UploadData/PDFs/2014_E63_E63S%20ordering%20guide.pdf the 2014 E63 Dealer Order Guide.
First, the part we are referring to is called the Rocker Panel Insert.
The E63S comes standard with the "Chrome Shadow" inserts (see page 10)
The Carbon Trim Package offers the "CF" inserts (see page 19)
The AMG Night Styling Package offers the "Gloss Black" inserts (see page 20)
As for the part # and price, I will try to find out from my dealer.
I am willing to bet that the CF inserts will be stupid expensive.
Personally, if I were to install the inserts, I will probably go with the "Chrome Shadow".
First, the part we are referring to is called the Rocker Panel Insert.
The E63S comes standard with the "Chrome Shadow" inserts (see page 10)
The Carbon Trim Package offers the "CF" inserts (see page 19)
The AMG Night Styling Package offers the "Gloss Black" inserts (see page 20)
As for the part # and price, I will try to find out from my dealer.
I am willing to bet that the CF inserts will be stupid expensive.
Personally, if I were to install the inserts, I will probably go with the "Chrome Shadow".
09-28-2013, 12:16 AM
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AC -- thanks for looking into this -- very interested as well in the chrome shadow
09-28-2013, 10:37 PM
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I visited my dealer this morning and the Parts Manager was unable to find the US part numbers for the rocker panel inserts.
His search came up with some European part numbers that did not show availability or prices in his database.
The search also found the Carbon Trim & Night Styling Option numbers for the E63 but nothing for the individual parts.
We tried to do a part search with a 2014 E63 VIN, but since my dealer's E63 are all on order with no delivery date, we did not have an active VIN to use.
Unless some one can provide a 2014 E63 VIN, my search will have to wait until my dealer take delivery of some E63.
His search came up with some European part numbers that did not show availability or prices in his database.
The search also found the Carbon Trim & Night Styling Option numbers for the E63 but nothing for the individual parts.
We tried to do a part search with a 2014 E63 VIN, but since my dealer's E63 are all on order with no delivery date, we did not have an active VIN to use.
Unless some one can provide a 2014 E63 VIN, my search will have to wait until my dealer take delivery of some E63.
09-28-2013, 11:16 PM
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wow .. thanks for going that extra mile -- guess we'll find out in a bit when some E63's hit the dealership pavement
10-02-2013, 10:51 PM
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Woops fat finger...lets try it again.
Carbon Fiber Rocker Panel Insert
Left 212 698 0175
Right 212 698 0275 both items no availability & no price
Night Style Rocker Panel Insert
Left 212 698 0562
Right 212 698 0662 both items no availability & no price
Chrome Shadow Rocker Panel Insert
Unable to find part numbers
I need a VIN for 2014 E63S, since it is a standard feature on S model only.
The parts manager told me the items are too new and they have not made it to the replacement part database yet. Right now all the parts are used for production only, it will probably take a couple of months to have replacements available.
Carbon Fiber Rocker Panel Insert
Left 212 698 0175
Right 212 698 0275 both items no availability & no price
Night Style Rocker Panel Insert
Left 212 698 0562
Right 212 698 0662 both items no availability & no price
Chrome Shadow Rocker Panel Insert
Unable to find part numbers
I need a VIN for 2014 E63S, since it is a standard feature on S model only.
The parts manager told me the items are too new and they have not made it to the replacement part database yet. Right now all the parts are used for production only, it will probably take a couple of months to have replacements available.
10-03-2013, 02:24 PM
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LOL... thanks AC, nice work -- I'm guessing $2000.00 for both rockers, if not more, of the chrome shadow that I'd ideally want. And there's still the question if it'll simply replace the OEM E550 rockers.... they would look sweet though
10-05-2013, 08:27 AM
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The current issue (November 13) of Motor Trend magazine shows a E63 Wagon with the Chrome Shadow Rocker Inserts on page 28 & 71. Go check it out. I think it does complete the look of car and make it appear less "empty".
10-05-2013, 10:49 AM
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Well, thanks to GregTR, here's a great pic, AC, that proves your point -- looks so much better, I think the E350/550 sport should get something "similar" if not identical
