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Considering the purchase of a 2014 E63. The only thing I'm not a fan of on the car I'm considering in the Night trim package. I like the non-monochrome accents in the lower front / rear bumpers and the lower side molding
Is the difference simply paint, or are the trim pieces chrome/metal on the cars without night trim? If simply paint, is there a color code? If metal, how hard to change out?
Its not paint. It is much more sophisticated than that. It is various forms of plating. I get different strokes and all, but someone originally paid extra money for that trim package. So the thought of paying to undo it to me seema a bit silly. If you really don’t like the trim on that car you are probably best off going with another.
In the interest of full disclosure, I have the night trim on my 2015. I waited to find one with it. But my comments above would have been the same without this.
2016 E63 AMG-S, 2007 FERRARI 430, 2001 JEEP WRANGLER 60TH ANNI. EDITION SOLD 2011 E550 4matic
Originally Posted by marcmayer
Considering the purchase of a 2014 E63. The only thing I'm not a fan of on the car I'm considering in the Night trim package. I like the non-monochrome accents in the lower front / rear bumpers and the lower side molding
Is the difference simply paint, or are the trim pieces chrome/metal on the cars without night trim? If simply paint, is there a color code? If metal, how hard to change out?
Thanks.
I agree the night package gotta go. Never cared for that crap.
I agree with Vrodman - different people have different tastes. I personally would only have bought a night trim or CF packaged car.
But find a car that you like, then pay the right price. That is, instead of spending money changing things like night trim, spend that money on buying a different car. I bet buying the trim pieces separately will run you in the $1-2k range.
Thank you. Buying a used car - even an E63 - is a matter of some compromise. This particular car has the B&O sound system - a very rare option that I'm interested in and may be worth me accepting and/or modifying the night trim that I'm not a big fan of.
I agree the night package gotta go. Never cared for that crap.
Perhaps you might have said "I never cared for that style or package"? Calling it crap is a bit offensive don't you think?
I see you are somewhat new to this site. You should know that we really don't throw around statements like this on this site. I don't know what type of options you have on your car, but would you like it if I posted that it was crap? Do onto others my friend.
2016 E63 AMG-S, 2007 FERRARI 430, 2001 JEEP WRANGLER 60TH ANNI. EDITION SOLD 2011 E550 4matic
Originally Posted by Vrodman
Perhaps you might have said "I never cared for that style or package"? Calling it crap is a bit offensive don't you think?
I see you are somewhat new to this site. You should know that we really don't throw around statements like this on this site. I don't know what type of options you have on your car, but would you like it if I posted that it was crap? Do onto others my friend.
Just Sayin'
Understood. Easier said with typed letters also as I see a lot of members seem to puff their chests on the forum as well. I'm just expressing my opinion. But I also understand it can be offensive. I'll make a note of it.
Understood. Easier said with typed letters also as I see a lot of members seem to puff their chests on the forum as well. I'm just expressing my opinion. But I also understand it can be offensive. I'll make a note of it.
All good! I appreciate your reply. Have a great weekend!
Hi there , been reading this thread a lot lately. Since I’m having same issues with night trim discolouration. I was told it’s car wash degreaser that makes those spots due to being to strong residue. I took it up with Mercedes and they said it’s exterior threatment and they won’t cover it. So I took my car to a detailing company that polish and waxes cars. They said it would cost 3500 SEK / about 350$ to maybe fix. However I got fed up and took matter in to my own hands. It took me about 20 minutes to fix and I was told it was 6-8 hours work.
Considering the purchase of a 2014 E63. The only thing I'm not a fan of on the car I'm considering in the Night trim package. I like the non-monochrome accents in the lower front / rear bumpers and the lower side molding
Is the difference simply paint, or are the trim pieces chrome/metal on the cars without night trim? If simply paint, is there a color code? If metal, how hard to change out?
Thanks.
Alternatively, you could have the parts wrapped silver or a color of your choosing. This will change the look to your preference in a somewhat cost-effective manner, and leave the original night package trim intact should you decide to sell the car at some point.
Hi there , been reading this thread a lot lately. Since I’m having same issues with night trim discolouration. I was told it’s car wash degreaser that makes those spots due to being to strong residue. I took it up with Mercedes and they said it’s exterior threatment and they won’t cover it. So I took my car to a detailing company that polish and waxes cars. They said it would cost 3500 SEK / about 350$ to maybe fix. However I got fed up and took matter in to my own hands. It took me about 20 minutes to fix and I was told it was 6-8 hours work.
What exactly did you do yo fix it? just a home polish and wax along the strips? your condition looks identical to mine and if there was a fix without having to pay a lot or replace parts that's and option I'd like to try first!
What exactly did you do yo fix it? just a home polish and wax along the strips? your condition looks identical to mine and if there was a fix without having to pay a lot or replace parts that's and option I'd like to try first!
Thanks
I used Autosol Metal Polish and soft cloth. I doesn’t take much I used maybe a half a finger nail in total per window trim and gently smeared it and then just dried it off with a gentle movement. And instantly then used a wet piece of cloth and then dry. To ensure no residue was left of that polish. It took about 15-20 minutes to do all trims and one tub of that polish here in Sweden costs about 5-6 euro.
I used Autosol Metal Polish and soft cloth. I doesn’t take much I used maybe a half a finger nail in total per window trim and gently smeared it and then just dried it off with a gentle movement. And instantly then used a wet piece of cloth and then dry. To ensure no residue was left of that polish. It took about 15-20 minutes to do all trims and one tub of that polish here in Sweden costs about 5-6 euro.
Thanks very much!!! Have just purchased a tube and will be giving it a try as soon as the weather clears up. Looking forwards to having my car looking back like new(ish)!
Thanks very much!!! Have just purchased a tube and will be giving it a try as soon as the weather clears up. Looking forwards to having my car looking back like new(ish)!
Have you had time to try it out and did you get a satisfying result. I will redo mine once weather gets better. 5-6 times in auto wash and I see it’s coming back a little.
Have you had time to try it out and did you get a satisfying result. I will redo mine once weather gets better. 5-6 times in auto wash and I see it’s coming back a little.
I did, and it looks great! All the discolouration went away super easily and now looks great. Agree probably needs do be done a couple of times to get back to showroom finish, but for now I'm very happy, thanks very much!!
I did, and it looks great! All the discolouration went away super easily and now looks great. Agree probably needs do be done a couple of times to get back to showroom finish, but for now I'm very happy, thanks very much!!
Awesome , I’m happy I worked for it for you. I spent weeks looking for solution. I was considering doing vinyl wrap even.
Funny, I just bought the night package trim from MB. I'd sell yours and just buy new. Or offer a trade for someone.
i asked about warranty since my discolouration appeared when car was like 12 months only. But no dice . Next MB I’m buying is without night package trim for sure.
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