Corrosion around lower windshield
Super Member
Joined: Oct 2017
Posts: 699
Likes: 149
2015 SL550, 2017 GLS 550, 2010 G550, 1995 E320 Cabriolet
See: https://mbworld.org/forums/g-class-w...lass-rust.html
Maybe, maybe not. I just got a quote from a very well respected body shop to repair lower windshield corrosion + some small areas on the driver side door sill and rear door hinge for about $1800, which is a lot more reasonable than I thought it would be. Assuming that the corrosion hasn't rotted away the frame, the fix shouldn't be that expensive.
That being said, I would highly recommend you look into corrosion prevention techniques to ensure your truck remains corrosion-free after you repair it. Some of these include:
-Always keeping your truck in a garage when not being driven
-Using a dehumidifier and fans in your garage to dry your truck out
-An oil-based anti corrosion spray applied to all body cavities (Waxoil, Fluid Film, NHOIL, etc)
-Learning how to properly hand wash your truck (NEVER run it through an automatic wash) and make sure it is free of road salt
-Painting the chassis with a rust inhibiting paint
Maybe, maybe not. I just got a quote from a very well respected body shop to repair lower windshield corrosion + some small areas on the driver side door sill and rear door hinge for about $1800, which is a lot more reasonable than I thought it would be. Assuming that the corrosion hasn't rotted away the frame, the fix shouldn't be that expensive.
That being said, I would highly recommend you look into corrosion prevention techniques to ensure your truck remains corrosion-free after you repair it. Some of these include:
-Always keeping your truck in a garage when not being driven
-Using a dehumidifier and fans in your garage to dry your truck out
-An oil-based anti corrosion spray applied to all body cavities (Waxoil, Fluid Film, NHOIL, etc)
-Learning how to properly hand wash your truck (NEVER run it through an automatic wash) and make sure it is free of road salt
-Painting the chassis with a rust inhibiting paint
Super Member
Joined: Oct 2017
Posts: 699
Likes: 149
2015 SL550, 2017 GLS 550, 2010 G550, 1995 E320 Cabriolet
Looks identical to the rust problems I'm having.
Other areas you should immediately inspect:
-door sills
-bottom of all five doors
-all door hinges (especially on the rear doors)
-the surround around the moonroof
-pillars for the exterior rearview mirrors
Other areas you should immediately inspect:
-door sills
-bottom of all five doors
-all door hinges (especially on the rear doors)
-the surround around the moonroof
-pillars for the exterior rearview mirrors
Trending Topics
MB World Stories
The Best of Mercedes & AMG
Manual Mercedes? 6 Times Sindelfingen Let Drivers Have All The Fun
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 S Is Extremely Rare Example Modified by McLaren
Verdad Gallardo
8 Classic Boxy Mercedes Designs That Have Aged Like Fine Wine
Verdad Gallardo
Flawlessly Restored Mercedes 190E Evo II Heads to Auction
Verdad Gallardo
Electric Mercedes C-Class Unveiled: 11 Things You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes EQS Gets A Major Update: Everything You Need to Know
Verdad Gallardo
5 Underrated Mercedes-Benz Models That Don't Get the Love They Deserve
Verdad Gallardo
Mercedes 300D Has Pushed Well Past 1 Million Miles and It Ain't Stopping
Verdad Gallardo
10 Most Reliable Mercedes-Benz Models You Can Buy Used
Verdad Gallardo
Super Member
Joined: Oct 2017
Posts: 699
Likes: 149
2015 SL550, 2017 GLS 550, 2010 G550, 1995 E320 Cabriolet
