newbie and in need of help

[wannabe SEC]

fellow MBOs, I'm new to the scene and have progressed from my log in of 'wannabe SEC' to the proud owner of a 1985, black 500 SEC.

As I commence her restoration I need some help, where is the best place to get parts? I specifically need tail lenses, essentially only the passenger side but I assume it would be best to replace the pair to maintain the balance.

I see that GSF car parts sell the rear lens for £98.50.
Can anyone advise other sources for parts?

 

[Hibbo]

Hi marra, welcome to the forum, lovely motor.

Lenses seem to come up quite often on t'ebay, often advertised as 'brand new boxed'. Always a bit of a gamble, but some good stuff can be had.

 

[br1anstorm]

Sources for parts...

As a not-quite-so-new member of the forum and owner of a 1990 SEC, I'd suggest that for a lot of body parts - like the tail-light lenses you need - breakers/recyclers are your best source. Cheaper and quicker than dealer-supplied new parts. Obviously you wouldn't go to breakers for safety-critical parts for eg brakes or steering.

A glance in the various Club mags and classic car magazines (or Google) should show up a number of such suppliers. There are several specialists in Mercs, because - sadly - it's often more profitable to break old(er) Mercs like the W126 for spares than to sell them whole and/or keep them maintained and on the road.

br1anstorm