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  1. https://www.broadarrowauctions.com/vehicles/dg25_r0066/1994-jaguar-xj220
  2. No one expressed interest in the low mileage Mercedes SL500; nonetheless, is there any interest in the Jaguar XJ220? https://www.broadarrowauctions.com/vehicles/dg25_r0066/1994-jaguar-xj220 It holds a particular "resonance" for me, as I advised my CEO against purchasing a comparable item for only £95,000 in 1998. He was enticed, although fundamentally, he was more aligned with the Ferrari 355. Horses suited to specific tasks. The primary concern: where can one locate an individual knowledgeable about the Jaguar XJ220? Available for under half a million sterling, inclusive of fees but exclusive of any applicable import charges to the UK. I will decline. 550 horsepower: excessively rapid for Madame Cholet.
  3. Numerous advice from other users are available (also refer to the approximately three million other tire topics on this forum).However, after an incident over the weekend, I can unequivocally state "no" to the Chinese Autogreen tires. A buddy just acquired a pristine 318i coupe equipped with a pair of these aesthetically pleasing tires, which are evidently brand new and installed to ensure compliance with the MOT before to sale at little cost. They are not outdated inventory, since they have a date stamp from late 2024. He is having them replaced this week. He visited and took me on a drive just to demonstrate their poor performance. I have had many Chinese tires; now, my E350 CDI is equipped with a set of "Sunwide" rear tires, installed by the previous owner for the MOT. To be honest, I intended to replace them, but they are satisfactory.I anticipated his tires to be subpar but acceptable for the price; nevertheless, that was not the case. Intimidating is the term; it was arid and refined. The formidable 318i engine could effortlessly surpass traction even at moderate cornering velocities, and at the very least, it provided enough auditory warning before to losing control.They are, in fact, consistently audible. Those tires have endowed the automobile with the capacity for simultaneous oversteer and understeer! The owner possesses considerable driving expertise and enjoys utilising the vehicle's capabilities, having been well-instructed. However, a typical budget-conscious driver, using the vehicle for family transportation, could easily encounter perilous situations if opting for those tires. It is astonishing that they remain available for sale. Unpleasant...avoid!
  4. I used them for many years for my E350 and my wife's GLA. I was pleased with their job; however, Steve was always on the phone while concurrently working on other automobiles. Their bills lacked clarity and were sent via email one or two days post-visit. I also recommended them to two acquaintances, one of whom has three Mercedes vehicles. I found myself at the curb with a non-charging notification displayed, so I called him. The girl said he will return my call; this did not occur. I have returned to H&C in Maidstone and will not revisit Stevensons.
  5. A Mercedes-Benz dealership.
  6. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/315428493894?chn=ps&_ul=GB&mkevt=1&mkcid=28&google_free_listing_action=view_item&gQT=2&mkevt=1&mkcid=1&mkrid=710-53481-19255-0&campid=5338181125&toolid=10001&customid=2518X1570512X75fe7f82d63d29cf7828df8b1043fe8a
  7. If the door card resembles that of a W211 E-Class, the window control switch is affixed to it, making exit from the vehicle cumbersome if the door release remains inoperative. Exercise caution to avoid damaging the ribbon cable when detaching the door card. I anticipate that the inner door handle release wire has either fractured or gotten disconnected. An easy task to rectify. Utilize a plastic trim removal tool to prevent the clips from breaking. No information on the similarity of other brands. Procure more clips prior to commencing.
  8. Do the cooling fan or fans operate when the air conditioning is activated?
  9. https://collectingcars.com/for-sale/2007-mercedes-benz-w221-s65-amg-lwb-3
  10. https://collectingcars.com/for-sale/2007-mercedes-benz-w221-s65-amg-lwb-2
  11. A trader offered it for sale for almost a year and installed the wheels now on the vehicle. I believe these models will increase in value in the near future. We shall reflect and ponder how it was feasible to get a V12 Biturbo AMG for £15,000! A recent exemplary case of a very inexpensive sale was Alex's former vehicle.
  12. https://www.historics.co.uk/auction/lot/143-2006-mercedes-benz-s65-amg-v12-twin-turbo/?lot=5512&sd=1
  13. It was equipped with Brabus 21-inch alloy wheels and underwent remapping under the ownership of the forum member. An antiquated advertisement for the same vehicle
  14. https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&f=96&t=1123123
  15. This vehicle was formerly owned by a member of the forum. I could only locate a PistonHeads topic, suggesting he may not have been a member here.
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