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I'm a new 2018-S560 owner, great car! The window sticker lists MAGIC SKY CONTROL (398) for $4950 but the datacard from LASTVIN does not list (398). Attempting to operate Magic Sky in the car in unsuccessful it just plain does not work and I do not see the characteristic blue tint of the glass. Sure seems 398 is not present. The question remains then what happened here? Is the window sticker wrong? Is the datacard wrong? Do I have the feature but it is malfunctioning? The forward button on the roof console operates the rear sunshade period.
Well heck - I guess I need to figure out how to use it. My car has those buttons. I believe the buttons on my car are only for opening the rear sunshade.
If the VIN in your sticker is correct, your car was not equipped with Magic Sky. See the datacard below from Xentry Parts (MB Factory Parts catalog).
Interesting! That datacard agrees with the one obtained from LastVIN in that there is no 398. Thanks for that! Just for my own education, how did you generate that datacard? If you don't mind me asking?
The question that remains is why is it listed on the window sticker? Did the original purchaser pay almost 5 grand for something that is not on the car? All other option codes on the window sticker agree with the datacard. The only discrepancy is that 398.
Just for my own education, how did you generate that datacard? If you don't mind me asking?
I DIY for my cars, so having the accurate parts data is essential for me finding the right part at the best price. You can subscribe to the Xentry Parts service at; https://www.startekinfo.com
As for the Moroni sticker, they can be generated after the fact. Not to question your integrity, but is that an image of the sticker? It seems SUPER clean for something that has been stuck to the inside of a car window.
Interesting! That datacard agrees with the one obtained from LastVIN in that there is no 398. Thanks for that! Just for my own education, how did you generate that datacard? If you don't mind me asking?
The question that remains is why is it listed on the window sticker? Did the original purchaser pay almost 5 grand for something that is not on the car? All other option codes on the window sticker agree with the datacard. The only discrepancy is that 398.
Where did you get your window sticker from because it seems to be wrong and not Mercedes-Benz original
if you just bought the car, maybe the dealer owes you some refund because they claimed almost a $5000 option that does not exist.
I'm a new 2018-S560 owner, great car! The window sticker lists MAGIC SKY CONTROL (398) for $4950 but the datacard from LASTVIN does not list (398). Attempting to operate Magic Sky in the car in unsuccessful it just plain does not work and I do not see the characteristic blue tint of the glass. Sure seems 398 is not present. The question remains then what happened here? Is the window sticker wrong? Is the datacard wrong? Do I have the feature but it is malfunctioning? The forward button on the roof console operates the rear sunshade period.
I've always used: https://www.mbdecoder.com/decode/WDDUG8DB5JA403092
It shows all the facotry options for any MB up to 2018, but not after MY 2018. If that is in fact your VIN, your car does not have Magic Sky Control.
Where did you get your window sticker from because it seems to be wrong and not Mercedes-Benz original
if you just bought the car, maybe the dealer owes you some refund because they claimed almost a $5000 option that does not exist.
I had been getting window stickers fromhttps://my.caredge.com/window-sticker?vin=They used to be free but not any more. there are other URLs that will provide "window stickers" none of which are free anymore. Everyone wants money. Now that it appears these things are not all that accurate its doubtful they are worth any money.
As far as the dealer is concerned, the sticker was not part of the deal as part of my search for a car I pulled the sticker and the datacard before going any farther. so I cant hold them responsible for an error that was none of their doing and I am OK with what I paid for the car. I was taking those sticker images as accurate. Not any more.
I've always used: https://www.mbdecoder.com/decode/WDDUG8DB5JA403092
It shows all the facotry options for any MB up to 2018, but not after MY 2018. If that is in fact your VIN, your car does not have Magic Sky Control.
Correct, thanks. It appears the alleged window sticker is where the error is.
I DIY for my cars, so having the accurate parts data is essential for me finding the right part at the best price. You can subscribe to the Xentry Parts service at; https://www.startekinfo.com
As for the Moroni sticker, they can be generated after the fact. Not to question your integrity, but is that an image of the sticker? It seems SUPER clean for something that has been stuck to the inside of a car window.
Beautiful car though!
Thanks for that! I plan to DIY this car also. No, that is not the original window sticker it was downloaded from https://my.caredge.com/window-stickern= The sticker and datacard were pulled as part of my search method when shopping for this car. It looks like those window sticker images are not all that accurate.
you will find that options you don't have are quickly forgotten!! I was searching for my first MB in 2019 and was a neophyte Benz shopper and in retrospect I should have shopped more new ones to see what the hell all these options were really like. But I really wanted the 550e to get some electric power and better gas mileage (I get 35+ on every tank), so it was pretty slim pickings for a lease return (no way I was spending 120k). I found one with Bermeister 3D and rear limo package, but not AMG package and no upgraded leather interior. I found one sans 3D and no rear limo, but get Designo leather and AMG package in extra $$ white color vs black on the other one. They were similar MSRP around 118k, the first was in Arizona from a private dealership that had lots of lease returns. They jerks sold it out from under me 2 days before I was going to fly from CA to get it, so went to So Cal for the other one. It was probably better to get a little advantage from the dealership since I got the CPO warranty and bought a maintenance package that worked out amazingly well. While regular Burmesitner isn't the best sound, it is pretty darn good, and my high rock and roll cranking it up days are past and I rarely have people in the back for any period of time.
The one objective benefit to Magic Sky is the coating that stops 99% of UV rays, and it works regardless of setting it in clear or opaque. Also reduces heat in vehicle and fading of interior materials, according to MB and the glass manufacturer. Not sure why they don't include that same UV reduction feature on all sunroof glass. The system uses a physical principle known as a particle suspension or SPD-SmartGlass technology, where particles are arranged randomly to block light when the power is off, and align to allow light when a voltage is applied. Pretty nice to have in the desert SW. I have it on mine and love it, mainly because I like gadgets and gizmos, also, my wife has it in her Toyota Venza and I couldn't let her one-up me...LOL. Most people won't miss not having it.
Last edited by carlosinseattle; Apr 6, 2026 at 03:34 PM.
A lot of back and forth when a single pic of the panorama roof in question could provide the definitive answer.
It is blue? If not, it's not magic sky.
If purchased with that option on the list from an AZ dealer, a partial refund is in order as the car was clearly misrepresented. Just calculate your purchase price as a percentage of the new price and apply the percentage to the option price. That's the amount I would go after. Good luck!
Also, that claim is still valid. You could file a small claims case with the AG if the dealer refuses...
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