MrKool

First, this is my first MB so I am really excited about that. Previous cars include C6, bmw 330ci, Lexus IS300 etc etc

OK. So after looking for the car I wanted for about 4 months (white with pano), I just couldnt wait any longer and pulled the trigger on a silver one. 62K miles w/ keyless go, navi, parktronic, auto trunk closer, suede headliner and rear shade.

Below are the options I got from the vin decoder.

Model E 55 AMG
Chassis 2110761A438382
Engine 113990 60 022844
Transmission 722643 04 886235
Order 0 4 704 34830
Delivery date 27.10.03
Dealer United States (USA) (704)
Interior leather "nappa" two-color anthracite+anthracite (251)
Paint
744 brilliant silver metallic (с 1991)
Options
044 learning area vehicles Rastatt (с 10.05.1996)
04N Unknown code
212B Unknown code
213 parameter steering (с 01.07.1989)
220 parking aid (с 01.10.1993)
221B Unknown code
232 Unknown code
242 right front seat electrically adjustable with memory feature. only applicable to series w 210 when installed in conjunction with code 275. (с 01.03.1983)
249 automatically dipping inside rear view mirror (с 01.06.1990)
250A Unknown code
251A Unknown code
264 shifting gate for automatic transmission (с 01.01.1996)
265 installation parts kit and connecting cable harness for TeKaDe BSA 31s car phone with one set
elimination of lettering elegance/sport/esprit
omission of line logo elegance/sport/esprit/classic (с 01.02.1993)
Becker radio set Mexico, stereo
275 front seat positioned lower
memory package (driver's seat, steering column, mirror) (с 01.10.1993)
293 trunk set, 3-piece
sidebag in rear left and right (с 01.01.1995)
309 cupholder (с 01.06.1995)
384 Unknown code
404 left front seat with multiple contour backrest (с 01.01.1996)
405 right front seat with multiple contour backrest (с 01.01.1996)
414 electric tilting/sliding roof in glass version (с 01.10.1988)
423 5 speed automatic transmission / nag (с 01.03.1994)
461 instrument with mileage reading and english lettering (с 01.04.1990)
489 Unknown code
494 California version
version for USA/California/Canada (с 01.01.1996)
524 paintcoat preservation (с 01.01.1964)
530 integrated antenna and front loudspeaker (с 01.10.1995)
540 roller blind, electric, for rear window (с 01.05.1985)
543 sun visor with vanity mirror, illuminated, left and right (с 01.11.1978)
551 anti-theft/anti-break-in warning system with anti-towing system (с 01.04.1998)
573 front seats, left and right, with seat height adjustment
581 automatic climate control (с 01.01.1977)
600 headlamp wiper/washer (с 01.08.1971)
614 lamp unit, asymmetrical, l.h. traffic, with amber lenses
634 elimination of first aid box (с 01.08.1977)
636 elimination of warning triangle (с 01.03.1973)
668
673 high-capacity battery (с 01.01.1964)
704L Unknown code
744U Unknown code
763 Unknown code
772 amg styling package - front spoiler, side skirts and rear apron (с 02.01.1992)
7XXL Unknown code
804 Change of year of model, last figure shows new model year
810 loudspeaker, sound package
sound package (bose) (с 01.12.1986)
819 CD changer - alpine - in trunk (с 31.07.1992)
873 seat heater for left and right front seats (с 01.02.1984)
875 heated screen wash system (с 01.02.1988)
windshield washer heated (W201)
881 Unknown code
889 Keyless-GO (с 01.01.1996)
910 14V/65A alternator
alternator with increased capacity (с 01.11.1990)
915 fuel tank, 70 liter (с 01.05.1988)
919 exhaust emission control fuer USA, California and R.S.A., with key starting system for 240D
954 equipment package for avantgarde vehicles (с 01.06.1993)
rotating emergeny flasher, front (red light)
986 identification plate (vin no.) (с 01.07.1992)
989 identification label under windshield (с 01.10.1997)
M55 capacity 5,5 litre (с 24.03.1997)
Y88 mounting rails for accessories


I bought the car without personally looking at it (I know..I shouldve requested a forum member to check it out for me) and got it inspected from a mercedes dealership (yea..we all know how reliable that is). Issue is that the seller stated he changed the tires...but the fact is that only the front tires are changed and the rear definitely need replacement. Is there anything I can do about it or I am out of luck here?

Also, obviously some newb questions. If the battery was d/c or reset, it looks like the moonroof has to be reset (OK. I found the thread on how to do it).

This forum has been nothing but great. PLENTY of useful information. Havent poked around much since I literally got the car a couple of hours ago and havent even registered it yet. Its parked in the garage for now.


Can anybody tell from the options If I have Bluetooth (and need the puck)...I will be checking the center console more carefully later on tonight but I noticed it has the phone cradle in there.





TIA.

emoving

I would change the wheels along with the tires! Those are fugly! Love the car though! How much did you pay?

CharlyE500

KeylessGo you should go inspect in the dealer. I had the same problem with my E500 but my indyshop couldnt fix. And for the rear tires ... You just have to change it by your cost. BTW, how much did u pay for it ? looks clean and well equiped.

mikekuriger

once again, I'm jealous! nice buy!! I am seriously thinking of trading up to the e55

MrKool

paid 24k plus shipping. Yea I am not liking the wheels (but may be somebody else will..) and would probably end up replacing them with stock wheels.

Noticed another thing is that according to the vin decoder I am supposed to have the bose stereo (810 loudspeaker, sound package
sound package (bose) (с 01.12.1986)) but I have the standard harmon/kardon..

emoving

Put them in the FS section....someone will buy them. Damn, mine with 30k was a steal at $25,000 then! Glad it looks like my buyer backed out. I will re-list it higher.

MrKool

You are not serious now...ARE YOU

Actually, I got a really good deal on this. Seller had it listed for 26k and I think I just go lucky

emoving

I faxed a million different things to this guys credit union and still no answer. I think there is a credit issue!

MrKool

I really liked the seat inserts in yours. Oh well. Gluck with the sale.

swadhwani

Do not sell your car

emoving

Oh no! Here comes the voice of reason!

HadiLaw

Open your glove box and look up. do you see the AUX port? After having my vehicle for almost a year, and wondering how to install an Ipod jack, I found one that was already installed by mercedes!

schobes

Yeah, WTF emoving, not with another one in the hood.... And Kool, check out the Sport Edition ST4's at Tire Rack, not a bad wheel if you can't find stock (like me...tough to get nice ones). Enjoy

Forrest Gump 9

I'll trade you the GS

To the OP, congrats and becareful with the beast.

emoving

You Cbus guys are killing me!

Bramage

Nice Car MrKool. We can be noobs together! You got a great car, and the rims can wait, maybe just lower it a little and it will look right. I would say you got a great deal, and if you are like me, you are looking for reasons to go drive. I drive around the block sometimes just because. Welcome, and have a fun time with your beast!

MB_Forever

The car looks great, congrats.... and I agree with others, the stock rims look much better.

MrKool

Thanks for the comments guys. I am gonna try to get some CR2025's for keyfob on the way home and see if that resolves the keyless go issue.

Can anybody answer the bluetooth question (is the only way to check is look in the center console)?

MrKool

Update. Got the keyfob battery and everything is working including the keyless go.

One problem though, for some reason instead of the driver door opening (when I approach the car), the rear pass door opens all doors when i lift the handle....what gives.!! Also, the only thing in the center console is the phone cradle...does that mean I have to spend a grand to get bluetooth..!!!!!

REALA2R

+1

REALA2R

Just build the hell out of it Marcus...I know you're tempted--LOL!

acb

I actually quite like the rims

MrKool

Thanks. I am gonna be replacing em with the stock ones most likely. Anybody wants to trade or make a deal?

tgoss

Can't see pics but congrats!

mikeevo

take a picture of the phone cradle. if you have this then you will either need the puck or puck with tail. I will get you a link. do you have hands free stalk on the upper R steering column. ( looks like the cruise control but on the R side of steering wheel.
http://www.mercupgrades.com/Mercedes...rticle-52.html