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Looking for projector ML320 headlights, aftermarket alternatives?

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Old Feb 1, 2008 | 12:39 AM
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Looking for projector ML320 headlights, aftermarket alternatives?

I know a lot of people here really knock the aftermarket option (ie eBay) headlights. I have a 2000 ML320 and already have xenons in the vehicle, but behind the OEM headlights (non-projectors).

I am looking for a set of OEM projector headlights (don't obviously need the bulbs, ballests, etc).

Otherwise those with aftermarkets installed, or have seen them installed any direction in finding some decent ones. I know they won't be quite as good as the OEM's, but I don't want to spend a ton, just want to do something small to update the look to my truck.
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Old Feb 1, 2008 | 03:43 AM
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This seller on Ebay has a few projectors for sale. Alot of members from the benz forums have bought from him. If you have 98-01 model he will re pin the headlight connections to fit if you ask him to. There are cheaper on ebay but some do not fit well ,lack durability and look substandard.
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Old Feb 1, 2008 | 02:29 PM
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There is NOTHING wrong with E-bay lights if you buy from a good seller.

I just got mine, installed them with a top quality H7 6k kit and the results are stunning. A few of my friends thought I bought a new ride with the nice facelift I gave the SUV!

here's some pics:

BEFORE (after some thieves helped themselves to my grill badge)




SURGERY and AFTER:




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Old Feb 1, 2008 | 02:38 PM
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u bought factory projectors?
i'm thinking of gettin' ebay ones with clear reflectors...
just not sure of beam pattern... :nix;

Originally Posted by s4play
There is NOTHING wrong with E-bay lights if you buy from a good seller.

I just got mine, installed them with a top quality H7 6k kit and the results are stunning. A few of my friends thought I bought a new ride with the nice facelift I gave the SUV!

here's some pics:

BEFORE (after some thieves helped themselves to my grill badge)




SURGERY and AFTER:




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Old Feb 1, 2008 | 05:19 PM
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damnn...

Perhaps I should put my quote in capital letters???


YES I BOUGHT MY PROJECTORS FROM EBAY SELLER AND WORKS GREAT!

I don't have pics right now but the beam pattern is well focused and aims direction in front of the truck without blinding anyone. I'm very picky on my car stuff and these lights really impressed me! I dare say that these are on par with OEM lighting but even nicer with the 6k bulbs


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Old Feb 1, 2008 | 05:39 PM
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u don't get it...
ur 'new' lights looks just like my stock lights... aka US spec OEM...
i was referring to euro-spec aftermarket lights' (with clear reflectors) beam patterns...

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Perhaps I should put my quote in capital letters???


YES I BOUGHT MY PROJECTORS FROM EBAY SELLER AND WORKS GREAT!

I don't have pics right now but the beam pattern is well focused and aims direction in front of the truck without blinding anyone. I'm very picky on my car stuff and these lights really impressed me! I dare say that these are on par with OEM lighting but even nicer with the 6k bulbs


rick
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Old Feb 1, 2008 | 09:31 PM
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here is a novel idea for you guys... so Im thinking of upgrading to the projectors, I havent ordered them yet... but am thinking about rewiring the headlamp to install a set of bixenon aftermarket HIDs... what yall think about that?

S4play who did you purchase those from?
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