Mercedes SL R230 C Pillar roof trim

[Mike Mil]

Hi
I wonder if anyone can help, the black plastic trim panels either side of the rear window are flaking on my SL see attached image. I have tried wrapping them in place but wasn't pleased with the result. Can anyone suggest how I can remove these so I can try painting or wrapping again.
Any help would be appreciated
Thanks
Mike

 

[flowrider]

If you search the forum there is a how to on replacing these panels.

 

[flowrider]

I take it back, looks like older threads have gone since the forum upgrade.

 

[Blobcat]

I take it back, looks like older threads have gone since the forum upgrade.

They are there, it’s just the search facility has amnesia
You can search from google and find the threads if you know a few keywords

 

[flowrider]

They are there, it’s just the search facility has amnesia
You can search from google and find the threads if you know a few keywords

Thanks, I found it on Google

https://forums.mercedesclub.org.uk/...sl-rear-window-side-panel-replacement.163493/

 

[Mike Mil]

Thanks everyone really appreciated
All the best
Mike

 

[FNC]

Hi
I wonder if anyone can help, the black plastic trim panels either side of the rear window are flaking on my SL see attached image. I have tried wrapping them in place but wasn't pleased with the result. Can anyone suggest how I can remove these so I can try painting or wrapping again.
Any help would be appreciated
Thanks
Mike

I had the exact issue on my 07 R230. I had decided to replace them so assumed an attempt to DIY the finish couldn't hurt. I had a CeraKote Headlight Restorer kit and followed the directions just as though it was a headlight.... Worked perfectly and the panels look fantastic...like new. Only took about 10 minutes per side. Wipe them down with the cleaner wipe, use the 2 different grit sand paper pads, rinse and dry, apply the final wipe..like new. $20 Walmart