FEGELEIN

I recently took delivery of my '14 and returned my '11. The '14 is light years ahead of the '11, really happy with it. We are really missing the running boards though, especially my kids that tend to fall out. lol

Dealer said they are on backorder, anybody know of a good source to get elsewhere?

tonyjoe90254

I also bought a 2014 GL450 couple of weeks ago and unfortunately could not find one with the appearance package (which has running boards) to match the rest of our spec. I am told the running boards are not available yet for the 2014 . If you have any updates, do let me know and I can do the same.

thx
john

fabbrisd1

Mercedes does not have running boards available for X166 - not available as dealer installed option - it's factory installation only - that's the way it has been since the X166was introduced Sept 2012..

Keep the beat !

tonyjoe90254

Ok thx. Do you know of any 3rd party sources for OEM running boards?

dejongj

Funny thing is that a UK search comes up with a US seller

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NEW-13-14-...-/141073241595

Not sure whether they are a good or 'bling' as the oem ones...

FEGELEIN

I actually went on EBay and found a great source. I also installed myself.

LAZARU5

x166 running board kit...

Kit includes:
- Basic carriers (inner part of running board) x 2
- Outer cover with LED lights x 2
- Jack Points x 4
- Rubber plugs to seal original jack point mounting holes x 4
- Mounting Consoles - 2 front and 2 rear. These are spacers to lower jack points
- Cables to connect LED lights (1 left, 1 right)
- Nuts to attach basic carriers

Kit does not include instructions.

fabbrisd1

Yes - now the factory running board kit for X166 is avail - $1850 list - and dealer shop time estimated at 5hrs..

amgcoupe

I have a pair of running boards off a 2014 GL550 for sale in great condition. PM me for details