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Dealer prices or independent?

As far as parts go, that is an astronomically expensive quote. I had the ATF, front and rear diff fluids changed in September at an independent Mercedes specialist for a third of that price. I got the car serviced in September. You might expect a hefty sum when you factor in the dealers' 250 Euro per hour work charge. To get the ATF, differentials, and plugs done, I would take it to the dealer for the A service and then locate a Star specialist who can update the DSB. A lot less money will be spent.

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Let there be a leak.

https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_nkw=transmission fluid&campid=5338181132&customid=2518X1570512X775ee233ed6e28e61d8620a43fef3dce&mkcid=1&mkrid=710-53481-19255-0&subId2=15&toolid=10001

The fluid may be gearbox fluid, as the cooler is integrated within the radiator. Alternatively, conduct a leak-down test, as the head gasket may have failed.

According to the corrosion guarantee, the panel must be perforated both internally and externally. 👍

I would say yes if the rust has gone all the way through, but no if they can show that the rust was caused by stone chips or damage and is visible from the outside. Bring it up with the dealer and enquire about it.

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To remove sensor connections and the like, it's best to cut them off flush with the nut. This will allow you to use a six-sided socket, which offers six points of contact instead of just two when using a spanner. In any case, it's chop, drill, tap.

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/385709840541?_skw=litter+picker&itmmeta=01KGCSMKXWFY66FKCPKDQXN6H0&hash=item59ce19189d:g:bu8AAOSwqFZh6FUR&itmprp=enc:AQALAAAA0O7PUuNWmJ++UShgI9tQz/qSnlnqe0wP5hhSLZmkczg2BBXT2KVO3dHV1woXXZTxzTETytq9G0vXOwThhgu4xKb+E9EDAH30xHvS3WbeYyiQloX1HHw/4cvdyL8wB37Jk7QluXwQTGIhlqQDCKmdfoWjfHVec1YePZGnlb7PFESHD0eajehXmiVIY7ZejAz8d/WjWt+oBZEkvygLE1gZUKMf9+GvXEJ+7vV50L2/op67RKK963RZTea64fjGXJBTax4bzr9ubcCV0cPN6l0hwxM=|tkp:BlBMUIa_0pmDZw&mkevt=1&mkcid=1&mkrid=710-53481-19255-0&campid=5338181125&toolid=10001&customid=2518X1570512X0b4be0b51788990951d949382270eed7&subId2=15

One of these may be useful for collecting tickets at parking garage entrances. 🙂

Apologies for the paint problem. This is an issue that far too many people have with the solid red Mercedes paint, as @MuffinClaw pointed out. Surprisingly, the micro-blistering doesn't impact the vast majority of automobiles, but when it does, it seems to harm every single metal panel. If I were in your shoes, I'd try to get Mercedes-Benz to pay for a complete bare metal respray first. If they disagree, you'll have to make up your own mind about whether or not to accept their offer. I would next file a complaint with the Motor Ombudsman and hope for a positive resolution. The legal process is expected to be lengthy and expensive, as Mercedes-Benz UK is known for fiercely fighting accusations. I hope that won't be the case. Wishing you the best of success with your claim. Please keep us updated on its progress.