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pcascio 03-23-2018 05:50 PM

What aftermarket mods/accessories have you added?
 
Curious to see what other owners have done to customize their W213.

CarFan1 03-24-2018 01:54 PM


Originally Posted by pcascio (Post 7412030)
Curious to see what other owners have done to customize their W213.

I tinted the windows, added the EcoStart off switch and added 5 level heated seats for the rear seats.

Long Islander 03-27-2018 12:32 PM


Originally Posted by CarFan1 (Post 7412567)
I tinted the windows, added the EcoStart off switch and added 5 level heated seats for the rear seats.

How did you add heated rear seats?

CarFan1 03-27-2018 12:40 PM

Went to a local custom upholstery place and they did it for me. Cost 325 bucks mostly due to the upgraded heated seats that provide five levels and which work better with the design of the Mercedes seats. The switches are right below the rear AC vents.

Long Islander 03-27-2018 01:07 PM


Originally Posted by CarFan1 (Post 7415040)
Went to a local custom upholstery place and they did it for me. Cost 325 bucks mostly due to the upgraded heated seats that provide five levels and which work better with the design of the Mercedes seats. The switches are right below the rear AC vents.

Sounds pretty reasonable.

AhEmGee 03-27-2018 02:52 PM


Originally Posted by CarFan1 (Post 7415040)
Went to a local custom upholstery place and they did it for me. Cost 325 bucks mostly due to the upgraded heated seats that provide five levels and which work better with the design of the Mercedes seats. The switches are right below the rear AC vents.

I'm guessing you already had heated seats in the rear? Did they use the OEM switches, how easy was it for them? I'm guessing you're in the US, I don't think there's anywhere in the UK who could do that -(

CarFan1 03-27-2018 03:10 PM

No I added the heated seats. Only had heated seats in the front and because my mother occasionally rides with us so I had them added. If the dealer hadn’t given me such a great deal on the p3 without the dual screen in the lunar blue I was looking for I would have special ordered my car and definitely would have included three zones, heated seats and a couple other options.

bellavance 03-27-2018 05:16 PM

Had top of windshield tinted. Very useful and nice looking.

BF3PDZ 03-27-2018 06:33 PM

Been looking to add a Brabus front lip but can't find any good info on it, or more photos of cars with it installed.

EbonyBenz 04-03-2018 07:14 PM

2018 E300 -- Designo Diamond White -- Nut Brown Int -- Night Pkg -- Premium 2 Pkg
20% ceramic tint
50% in the front
E43 exhaust tips
Diamond burst grille with Night pkg beam
Distronic star
E43 front canards
E400 Rubber studded pedals
LED logo projectors
JL Audio 10" w1v2 subwoofer
Custom-made box
Alpine 300w amp
-- All work done by me and all replacement parts are OEM. (I work for Mercedes)
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mbw...933b5008e4.jpg
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mbw...85acdbc520.jpg
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mbw...1a773b84f2.jpg
https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mbw...690a8af5d5.jpg
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mbw...49efa620be.jpg
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mbw...7e7aa28c24.jpg
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mbw...17b7ed8108.jpg
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mbw...956e19ac5b.jpg

dudley07726 04-03-2018 07:49 PM


Originally Posted by pcascio (Post 7412030)
Curious to see what other owners have done to customize their W213.

CertainlY nothing from China.

Cambridgehank 05-20-2018 04:58 PM

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mbw...07e7f22b67.jpg
I added on a rear spoiler to make her look sportier.

Jbroverman 12-22-2018 04:20 PM

Diamond grille
 
Hello, I have a 2019 E300 with the night package. I wanted to get the diamond grille. Is there a specific night package grille? I see yours has the black accents.




Originally Posted by EbonyBenz (Post 7421247)
2018 E300 -- Designo Diamond White -- Nut Brown Int -- Night Pkg -- Premium 2 Pkg
20% ceramic tint
50% in the front
E43 exhaust tips
Diamond burst grille with Night pkg beam
Distronic star
E43 front canards
E400 Rubber studded pedals
LED logo projectors
JL Audio 10" w1v2 subwoofer
Custom-made box
Alpine 300w amp
-- All work done by me and all replacement parts are OEM. (I work for Mercedes)
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mbw...933b5008e4.jpg
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mbw...85acdbc520.jpg
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mbw...1a773b84f2.jpg
https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mbw...690a8af5d5.jpg
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mbw...49efa620be.jpg
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mbw...7e7aa28c24.jpg
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mbw...17b7ed8108.jpg
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mbw...956e19ac5b.jpg


Courthaven 12-22-2018 07:37 PM


Originally Posted by bellavance (Post 7415348)
Had top of windshield tinted. Very useful and nice looking.

I am glad you like yours. I just tinted my windows on Wednesday and added the strip at the top of the windshield. Unfortunately my shop only does the windshield strip at 5 percent for some reason and I am having trouble adapting to it. It definitely does a good job of blocking this sun, but I feel like it's obstructing my view a bit. What percentage do you have there?

Cao Black 12-22-2018 10:53 PM

Chrome wheels. Had the dealer do it before delivery.
Chrome bars (covers) in front air vents.
Sport Pedals (covers)
Logo projection LEDs. Up in the air about this one.
Love your Diamond Grille. That might be next.
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mbw...59852016db.jpg
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mbw...dcf05624d9.jpg
https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mbw...dbcd183c08.jpg
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mbw...2d5a524d00.jpg

Slugsy 12-23-2018 04:32 AM


Originally Posted by CarFan1 (Post 7415040)
Went to a local custom upholstery place and they did it for me. Cost 325 bucks mostly due to the upgraded heated seats that provide five levels and which work better with the design of the Mercedes seats. The switches are right below the rear AC vents.

Damn, I have exactly the same need but can’t see anyone in the UK doing that? Do you know if it was difficult to do?

CarFan1 12-23-2018 11:12 AM

If there are places that do any aftermarket heated seats they can do it. There's nothing particular about the Mercedes. I specifically wanted the switches to be mounted below the rear AC vents but the installer initially wanted to put the switches on the sides of the actual seats so I insisted and was able to get them to look more like what they should for someone who isn't a Mercedes aficianado. They are easy for my mother to access and I can easily turn them off if I find that they are running with no one sitting in the back. https://www.banningsonline.com/heated-seats/

suby01 12-24-2018 11:44 AM


Originally Posted by EbonyBenz (Post 7421247)
2018 E300 -- Designo Diamond White -- Nut Brown Int -- Night Pkg -- Premium 2 Pkg
20% ceramic tint
50% in the front
E43 exhaust tips
Diamond burst grille with Night pkg beam
Distronic star
E43 front canards
E400 Rubber studded pedals
LED logo projectors
JL Audio 10" w1v2 subwoofer
Custom-made box
Alpine 300w amp
-- All work done by me and all replacement parts are OEM. (I work for Mercedes)





https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.mbw...7e7aa28c24.jpg

Hey you said you have all parts are OEM MB parts...and I see you have added the E43 exhaust tips. Can you tell me which ones you got? Is the add on actual slip on onto the muffler that goes into the rear bumper and diffuser? Or are those tips just a slip on onto the stock oval tips and just sticks onto it with the split type?
Thanks

ua549 12-24-2018 04:56 PM

The exhaust tips on my '18 E300 are simulated as described in the features brochure. They are simply inserts in the bumper and connect to nothing. That said, elsewhere there is a post that states the E43 bumper is required to attach those tips.

Slugsy 12-25-2018 12:41 AM


Originally Posted by CarFan1 (Post 7637106)
If there are places that do any aftermarket heated seats they can do it. There's nothing particular about the Mercedes. I specifically wanted the switches to be mounted below the rear AC vents but the installer initially wanted to put the switches on the sides of the actual seats so I insisted and was able to get them to look more like what they should for someone who isn't a Mercedes aficianado. They are easy for my mother to access and I can easily turn them off if I find that they are running with no one sitting in the back. https://www.banningsonline.com/heated-seats/

Thanks, I’ve been in touch with these guys and looks like it’s actually a possibility and not even that much!!

Merry Xmas!

CamperD 12-25-2018 10:29 PM


Originally Posted by CarFan1 (Post 7637106)
If there are places that do any aftermarket heated seats they can do it. There's nothing particular about the Mercedes. I specifically wanted the switches to be mounted below the rear AC vents but the installer initially wanted to put the switches on the sides of the actual seats so I insisted and was able to get them to look more like what they should for someone who isn't a Mercedes aficianado. They are easy for my mother to access and I can easily turn them off if I find that they are running with no one sitting in the back. https://www.banningsonline.com/heated-seats/

Your location mentions Texas - did you get them done here and if so where? I'm in the Dallas area.
thanks in advance

CarFan1 01-05-2019 10:03 AM

A place in Houston -- Texas Auto Trim. I also had them put leather and heated seats in my pickup. As I said, any place that does heated seats or leather installation can do it. There's nothing particular to the Mercedes that's relevant for these features. The aesthetics are more an issue of personal desire and you may need to stay on top of your installer for that concern.

slicktherick3 05-14-2019 11:37 AM

where did you order your spoiler from? I just purchased 2019 E300 here in Vancouver, BC. But the E300's don't come with a spoiler

mercedes.fan 05-14-2019 12:31 PM


Originally Posted by slicktherick3 (Post 7755207)
where did you order your spoiler from? I just purchased 2019 E300 here in Vancouver, BC. But the E300's don't come with a spoiler

Mercedes dealer sells them. Can be found cheaper om ebay and car part stores online, but then it is not oem.

slicktherick3 05-14-2019 01:02 PM


Originally Posted by mercedes.fan (Post 7755229)
Mercedes dealer sells them. Can be found cheaper om ebay and car part stores online, but then it is not oem.

I'm just a bit skeptical ordering off eBay and dealing with fitment issues. The OEM ones are around $800


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