Comments on: Repair Shops – Recommended

By: Fred Pulliam

Fred Pulliam — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 21:47:44 +0000

PULLIAM ENGINEERING 301-384-9094 144 Bonifant Road Silver Spring, MD 20905

By: Fred Pulliam

Fred Pulliam — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 21:45:03 +0000

A honest and respected M-B shop is Pulliam Engineering. Its in the Silver Spring area and they are factory trained.

By: Greg Magnus

Greg Magnus — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 19:51:36 +0000

Teri, Try joining the Mercedes-Benz Club of America (MBCA). Then attend a meeting and ask the local MB owners where they go for such repairs. MBCA members also receive discounts on parts from local dealers. The MBCA Greater Washington Secton (GWS) often has tech sessions that you can attend - members help each other fix things during tech sessions: Join MBCA here. Feel free to use my name (Greg Magnus) as your sponsor. Another great source for inexpensive parts is Potomac German Auto (MB auto recyclers since 1979), Potomac German Auto, Auto Recyclers - used Mercedes-Benz parts: www.mbpartsonline.com

By: Teri

Teri — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 19:33:22 +0000

I have a 1997 E 320 and quite a few cosmetic issues would love to find someone in the Maryland area who can spruce my car up again. I have had this car since 98 and love it. I have always kept it serviced to ensure it lasts a long time but now cosmetically, it is wearing out. i.e., right side mirror casing isn’t secure…and I would really like not to replace the whole thing since it will cost over $600, the rear emblem has broken off and the center console cup holder is completely broken. I am now embarrassed to drive it but can’t afford to pay a ransom to repair it. Any suggestions?
Thx, Teri

By: sebrina

sebrina — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 15:39:06 +0000

G D & SONS LIMITED we specialize in crash repairs and body work, we have a new modern workshop with over 6000 sq. ft., secure parking facility, ICI water base paint system, a brand new spray booth to ensure top quality painting on all our vehicles, etc. We are a member of VBRA Approved Garage and we have experience - MET, PANEL, PAINT technicians to give high quality finish. Thank you, Sebrina

By: Greg

Greg — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 13:56:35 +0000

David, Is the "Merc garage" a dealer? If so, ask to speak with the regional rep, which should be interested in helping you. If you can't get the info for the regional rep from the dealership, contact MBUSA directly here.

By: David Evans

David Evans — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 13:50:28 +0000

I own a 2004 SL55 and the engine had to be replaced last year under warranty. Since then the engine warning light comes on erratically. The Merc garage has tried to fix this at least 6 times, but without success. Can you advise what to do or offer contacts that may help. Thanks

By: Chuck Landenberger

Chuck Landenberger — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 16:37:12 +0000

Ray,
My problem was w/the gas actuator on a 500E. Not a diesel. Caused it to go into “limp home” mode, but reset if turned off then restarted. Where are you located? Do you know of a dependable/honest independent shop? Get someone to do a read out of what codes have been thrown by the computer. It should give some indication of the problem.

Take care and good luck.

Chuck

By: Greg

Greg — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 11:05:42 +0000

Ray, A friend and colleague, Chuck Landenberger, had a similar problem with one of his MBs. He moderates the MBCA forum. I'll ask Chuck if he has any suggestions for you. Also, there is a "Technical Help" section on the MBCA forum moderated by George Murphy. He knows just about everything about these cars.

By: Ray Fry

Ray Fry — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 04:16:28 +0000

I have a 1997 E300, Diesel with intermittent malfunction indications, ( hours to weeks) apart. The ABS malfunction
causes the tranny to shift to first gear and speed is reduced accordingly. The driver must stop remove key from ignition ,hit reset button and then …………… it may reset;
maybe immedieatly or at times up to 4 hours. The local dealer, after several thousand $ wants $2000 more to install a new computer, with no guarantee. Any ideas ?

By: Dora

Dora — Mon, 05 Nov 2007 19:47:42 +0000

I second the motion on Euro Wheel. Their alignments are very well done and accurate. Pricing very resonable. There address has changed to th 5900 block of Start Lane. Also, check out Rick’s Car Care across the street from Euro Wheel. Highly recommended!!!

By: Doug Nelson

Doug Nelson — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 01:57:00 +0000

I have put my 1979 450SL in a body shop in Baltimore Maryland back in March 2002 to be refurbished. The car was in good condition, running fine. I wanted the rust to be taken care of and repaint the car. The guy is in various stages of refurbishing the car and is not progressing. I want to take the car (which is in pieces) out of his shop and find someone who can finish the job. Can you please recommend some companies in the North Baltimore region?

In addition, I need some advice on what I can expect mechanically now that the car has been sitting for over 5.5 years. I have contacted a lawyer and he wants me to find an expert mechanic that can testify in court concerning the impact to the mechanical condition of this car that has not been run for such a long time. Ideally, it would be great if this expert can handle the mechancal issue and what it would take to finish the refurbment of the car.