S-Class (W221) 2007-2013: S 320 CDI, S 350, S 450, S 500, S 550, S 420 CDI, S 600

My W221 project..

Old Apr 6, 2012 | 01:28 PM
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Old Apr 7, 2012 | 01:59 PM
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Chris,

Amazing project. Two things:

1) Why did you paint after you installed the new interior? I would have thought it would have been better to strip the interior, get it painted and then install the new interior

2) Now you just need the S65 IWC center clock!

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Old Apr 7, 2012 | 02:17 PM
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1. Didnt know when it was going for paint and it is a daily driver.
2. Dont like it. I did the standard facelift clock instead with the chrome star. Looks more exclusive for a S-class.
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Old Apr 7, 2012 | 02:43 PM
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Amazing!! My only comment was the rear seat wrinkles but it looks like you are taking care of that.

As for the interior/exterior order of operations...better to do the interior ripping out and install first, THEN paint because you risk scratching/damaging the new paint while taking out the interior.

GREAT job! Can't wait to see the final product!
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Old Apr 9, 2012 | 10:25 PM
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NICE !!!!

WOW, absolutely fantastic work (and on the E55 Wagon). The interior has a "designo" look to it now, so I love that.

What "rare" options does your S550 have?
I am always interested in see and finding out about those types of things and that which isn't always offered here in the States.
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Old Apr 10, 2012 | 01:52 AM
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Thanx a million!!! Well..kind of hard to say when I dont know what is rare option in the US.
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Old Apr 10, 2012 | 07:50 PM
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Are you repainting it the same color or will you be going with a color change?
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Old Apr 10, 2012 | 10:54 PM
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Nice job with the upgrades, looking really good!

I need some of those paddle shifters! =)
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Old Apr 11, 2012 | 03:07 AM
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I do the same paint..
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Old Apr 11, 2012 | 10:01 AM
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Got these babies today....
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Old Apr 11, 2012 | 11:48 AM
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Got these babies today....
Nice!!!! rears only or will you do fronts as well?
How about rotors?

Also please post all part numbers for these if you can many people are interested in getting slightly bigger brakes on the S. I know i am.
Wish i could get my hands on Euro speck S600 brakes.
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Old Apr 11, 2012 | 12:09 PM
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In front I will use W211 AMG E55 full set up. I have it laying around...In rear I will use SL55 drilled rotors and SL65 pads.
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Old Apr 11, 2012 | 12:27 PM
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I love this! Total respect for what you're doing.
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Old Apr 12, 2012 | 10:41 AM
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A little teaser pic of it finnished....

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Old Apr 12, 2012 | 10:50 AM
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Nice but im a tad confused. wouldnt it be easier to polish and wax than repaint it? Was the paint that bad?
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Old Apr 12, 2012 | 10:55 AM
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Yeah....Bumps,Stonemarks and deep scratches...You see all the spackled places.
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Old Apr 12, 2012 | 10:58 AM
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Yeah....Bumps,Stonemarks and deep scratches...You see all the spackled places.
yeah, noticed that after posting, sorry.

I cant wait on your brake upgrade though... are rottors little bigger or youre just going for better calipers?
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Old Apr 12, 2012 | 11:01 AM
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Yes they are much bigger.
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Old Apr 12, 2012 | 11:25 AM
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very nice job. bro, can you help me where to buy Leather cover for front seats. I also want to replace for my car too. also price to buy them ?
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Old Apr 12, 2012 | 11:28 AM
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Old Apr 12, 2012 | 11:31 AM
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ths, I will check with dealer. but I think I will expensive
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Old Apr 12, 2012 | 11:33 AM
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Video of the aftermarket mirrors...

http://youtu.be/QGVkA-Zx3Ew
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Old Apr 12, 2012 | 06:01 PM
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Video of the aftermarket mirrors...

http://youtu.be/QGVkA-Zx3Ew

NICE!!! cant wait to purchase. gotta save a little then im going to hit you up! thanks chris! putting my 22's on next friday just ordered the tires. 13hun. ill post pics.
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Old Apr 19, 2012 | 05:51 AM
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Just for all you so you know..I just got a warning from admin for helping you guys getting these same parts..So I can NOT sell anything anymore if I dont start as a sponsor on this forum. Members loss..Not mine..
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Old Apr 19, 2012 | 11:13 AM
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Just for all you so you know..I just got a warning from admin for helping you guys getting these same parts..So I can NOT sell anything anymore if I dont start as a sponsor on this forum. Members loss..Not mine..
That is a damn shame. The whole ideas of these forums is for members to help each other.

Yea, I see paid advertisers should get something for their sponsorship, but on the other hand, if they provided the goods and services no one would need to go to other members to scource information and parts. We could get it all from the sponsors. But that is not the case is it?

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