Hankiss
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- Joined
- Feb 13, 2011
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- London, UK
- Your Mercedes
- W221 350s s-class, W204 220 CDI AMG sport, Jeep G.Cheeroke 2.7CDI
Hi, re-mapping 11 years old car ..... no a good idea. You did not mention the current mileage. What about service history? Timing chain + tensioner ? Gearbox fluid ? Differential oil? Turbo condition? EGR? Hmmm........Hello, chaps,
My 2009 W211 E280 should be with me shortly and I've tentatively booked a remap. The garage is an independent Mercedes specialist and the maps have a lifetime warranty so I trust the garage.
Now, for £225, they are giving me a Stage 1 bhp hike from 190 to 270 which sounds INSANE. Is this TOO much? What about engine stress, braking, ignition coils, tyre wear etc? I'm too old now to drive like a hooligan; it's more about having effortless power so I won't be thrashing or abusing it.
I'd REALLY value your thoughts and experiences - I will cancel the booking if the mood in the room is negative.
As for insurance, I'm typically seeing quotations that push my premium up by £200, from c.£358 to £560. Greenlight turned me down because I haven't owned a rear-wheel drive vehicle in the last 12 months. Whaaaat??? As it happens, my current insurer can do it for £481 per year so a rise of about £130 is bearable. I'm still waiting for Adrian Flux to get back to me.
All thoughts and advice very welcome.