Let's get us some LEDs!!
06-02-2011, 07:41 PM
#1
Member
Thread Starter
Join Date: Oct 2004
Posts: 156
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
2006 E55, 2015 ML350
Let's get us some LEDs!!
I'm tired of being envious of these newer car models with 'em cool looking LEDs! Maybe if we get enough interest...one of our MBWorld vendors will take notice and manufacture the housing and LED setup for W211 03-06!!
http://www.wald.co.jp/blanballen/w211_led.html
Who's in?
1. r00kie
http://www.wald.co.jp/blanballen/w211_led.html
Who's in?
1. r00kie
06-02-2011, 07:48 PM
#3
MBWorld Fanatic!
Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: Puerto Rico
Posts: 4,173
Likes: 0
Received 5 Likes
on
4 Posts
2005 E55 AMG
I think it looks fantastic on the E63 bumper, but fear it would look a little silly on the E55 bumper since it's more "roundish" and organic looking. I dunno, I'd have to see pics first.
06-02-2011, 08:30 PM
#7
MBWorld Fanatic!
I really wanted them as well but had the same concerns. Its the "roundness" that kills it. The sharp lines in the 63 bumper are what make the LED's look clean.
Trending Topics
06-02-2011, 08:53 PM
#9
MBWorld Fanatic!
Join Date: Sep 2008
Posts: 4,336
Likes: 0
Received 7 Likes
on
7 Posts
Porsche 991S, Cayenne S, 1972 BMW 3.0CS E9 Coupe
+1
The W211 looks just right the way it is. Esp the 2007 facelift.
Automotive lighting designers are going to have to tone down the LED use now that the novelty has worn off. But they will be used a lot from now on due to safety (brightness) and longevity.
I just put in LED light bulbs in the outdoor lighting for my house. Expensive bulbs but they'll last a long time, give off zero heat, and only use 5 watts
The W211 looks just right the way it is. Esp the 2007 facelift.
Automotive lighting designers are going to have to tone down the LED use now that the novelty has worn off. But they will be used a lot from now on due to safety (brightness) and longevity.
I just put in LED light bulbs in the outdoor lighting for my house. Expensive bulbs but they'll last a long time, give off zero heat, and only use 5 watts
06-02-2011, 09:34 PM
#10
Senior Member
06-02-2011, 11:21 PM
#14
Super Member
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: Houston, Tx
Posts: 619
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
'07 e63 AMG, '06 e320 CDI, '07 ML350 4Matic, '18 Gls450, '12 cls550
Lol bro, I wish I could get the asap. But let's get atleast 10 people together for the group buy.. What do you think?
06-02-2011, 11:41 PM
#15
MBWorld Fanatic!
Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: Arizona
Posts: 2,540
Likes: 0
Received 4 Likes
on
4 Posts
2004 E55, 1997 E320 "Sold"
Yeah ^^^. I found these on eBay, but nobody seems to sell the grille that goes with them.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/MERCE...Q5fAccessories
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/MERCE...Q5fAccessories
06-02-2011, 11:50 PM
#16
MBWorld Fanatic!
Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: Arizona
Posts: 2,540
Likes: 0
Received 4 Likes
on
4 Posts
2004 E55, 1997 E320 "Sold"
I am talking online right now to one of my suppliers in Taiwan and he thinks he can get the above led fog lights and grille 
I will keep you guys informed!
I will keep you guys informed!
06-03-2011, 12:53 AM
#18
Super Member
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: Houston, Tx
Posts: 619
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
'07 e63 AMG, '06 e320 CDI, '07 ML350 4Matic, '18 Gls450, '12 cls550
06-03-2011, 12:55 AM
#19
MBWorld Fanatic!
Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: Arizona
Posts: 2,540
Likes: 0
Received 4 Likes
on
4 Posts
2004 E55, 1997 E320 "Sold"
Well, I just got done speaking to my contact and he was unable to locate that mesh grille that the "L" shaped LED goes into. So, this will obviously not work. I also contacted all sellers on eBay, and none carry or know any supplier that has that part.
On the other hand, I heard from Jonari via e-mail and below is what they sent me.
"Hi Chris,
Thank you for your interest in WALD's lighting products.
Yes, we can get this LED set for your 211 E63. The LED set with housing will run 450 plus delivery. It'll take about 3-4 weeks to arrive from Japan. They need to manufacture the housings, as they don't keep them in stock.
The LED used in the 212/204 is a european led, and has slightly different shape than the 211 LED. We have no idea why WALD used inferior LED's on the 211 and older S63/S65. It's a shame. We dislike the visible screws too, but that's what WALD chose to bring to market.
Let us know if you have any questions.
PS: If we could modify WALD's current housing to fit the high quality EURO LEDs units (which are made of glass and aluminum), do you think there's a decent market for them, and how much do you think people would pay?
Best,
Jonari Corp Sales Team"
On the other hand, I heard from Jonari via e-mail and below is what they sent me.
"Hi Chris,
Thank you for your interest in WALD's lighting products.
Yes, we can get this LED set for your 211 E63. The LED set with housing will run 450 plus delivery. It'll take about 3-4 weeks to arrive from Japan. They need to manufacture the housings, as they don't keep them in stock.
The LED used in the 212/204 is a european led, and has slightly different shape than the 211 LED. We have no idea why WALD used inferior LED's on the 211 and older S63/S65. It's a shame. We dislike the visible screws too, but that's what WALD chose to bring to market.
Let us know if you have any questions.
PS: If we could modify WALD's current housing to fit the high quality EURO LEDs units (which are made of glass and aluminum), do you think there's a decent market for them, and how much do you think people would pay?
Best,
Jonari Corp Sales Team"
06-03-2011, 12:57 AM
#20
MBWorld Fanatic!
Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: Arizona
Posts: 2,540
Likes: 0
Received 4 Likes
on
4 Posts
2004 E55, 1997 E320 "Sold"
We might have an option of them modifying the part, but I am guessing this will be a long turn around, and I really do not feel like waiting two months. You guys just want to put an order together of maybe 5 Wald LED fog lights and see if we can get a discount?
06-03-2011, 01:09 AM
#21
Super Member
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: Houston, Tx
Posts: 619
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
'07 e63 AMG, '06 e320 CDI, '07 ML350 4Matic, '18 Gls450, '12 cls550
i want them, but if the LEDs are like those off eBay, im pretty much paying like $200+ just for that grill housing, might as well, get them custom made
06-03-2011, 01:15 AM
#22
MBWorld Fanatic!
Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: Arizona
Posts: 2,540
Likes: 0
Received 4 Likes
on
4 Posts
2004 E55, 1997 E320 "Sold"
Well that is what I was saying, plus you cannot even buy that grille housing because nobody sells it. The only option is the WALD or custom WALD. I think I am just going to buy the WALD from Jonari. You want to get in and see if we can get a discount?
06-03-2011, 02:24 AM
#25
MBWorld Fanatic!
Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: Arizona
Posts: 2,540
Likes: 0
Received 4 Likes
on
4 Posts
2004 E55, 1997 E320 "Sold"
Ok so we have three here 
I will e-mail Jonari and see what kind of deal we can get if we have five sets ordered. I am going to shoot for $375 to $400 with shipping included. I will post the reply they send me as soon as I receive it, Chris.
I will e-mail Jonari and see what kind of deal we can get if we have five sets ordered. I am going to shoot for $375 to $400 with shipping included. I will post the reply they send me as soon as I receive it, Chris.
