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SL55/63/65/R230 AMG: Where to buy CHEAP Star Diagnostic

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Old 04-25-2010, 12:02 AM
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Where to buy CHEAP Star Diagnostic

Really want this, but don't want to fork out a few thousand for it. Does anyone in here know where I can get it cheaper. Will even consider a clone, if it works well. Does anyone in here have experience with the clones? Thanks!
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I bought a chinese clone from ebay that included an IBM thinkpad laptop and all the associated cables and multiplexor. It hasn't given me any problems yet and has come in handy numerous times for DIY projects and Im guessing it has already paid for itself by allowing me to do small things myself instead of paying MB to do it.
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for 1k you can get one on ebay. They work great in most cases.
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This was mentioned in the E55 section, although I have no expierence with them. I believe he said it was 580 dollars. For more info see the Star d
Diagnostics sticky on the 211 forum.

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Originally Posted by Jud Chapin
This question was asked before but I don't see an answer. Can you just purchase the Star software and use your own laptop?

If you want a complete DAS with fantastic support, get it direct from the source http://ecartool.com/

They include EVERYTHING from multiplexers to all cables for all models. This is the real deal!. It comes from Taiwan. The wiz-kids have cracked all the DB security and if you have a problem they will correct it online with TeamViewer. Just don't mess with the system as it is very sensitive to MS updates and stuff and don't add additional software like Firefox or JAVA. DB actually uses a modifided XP OS and if it ain't right it shuts down DAS.
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Buick T-Type, 70 cuda, S65 and a very FAST Truck!
Just looking around these seem like some of the best prices, Please note I have no expirence with this company. I also have seen some versions with the developer software. How many more adjustments are available with the developer software? Is it worth the extra cost?

Star 3
http://www.greebid.com/wholesale/Mb-...pping-102.html

515 bucks

Star 4
http://www.greebid.com/wholesale/MB-...ipping-62.html

650 bucks

Both have free shipping

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