Rust on 560 SEC

[removalman]

I have the classic rust on my gorgeous 560 SCE - below the rear window under the boot lid.

Is rubbing down and filling an option as its quite severe or something more radical/expensive required.

Anyone have any solutions?

Tony.

 

[talbir]

Hi,

The cause of that rust is the rear windscreen seal - I'd replace (usually cheapest option is to have the windscreen replaced on yourinsurance policy as a glass claim, and this does not affect your no claims discount, althought there will be a small glass excess, usually £50).

With windscreenreplacement, seal and garnish moulding will have to be replaced to - it should all be covered under your policy. Do check the wording though.

Then, you'll need a decent bodyshop to repair that rear bulkhead - if it's done properly, you're looking at approx £400. It's a big job and needs to be done right - filler isn't going to be adequate whatsoever.


It's a common problem on SEC's. But once it's repaired and the rear windscreen replaced, it'll be fine.

 

[Mikesmerc]

Hi all
mines the very same. Bought a new seal and was going to take the rear window out by cutting the seal and the shotblasting the rusty areas if not totally rusted through. Then apply a rust inhibitor and numerous coats of paint. Would I be better off buying a new panel altogether ?.
Haven't had a Merc yet that didn't leak through the rear window.

Regards
Mike

 

[jaques2k]

Yep! Our 560 is at the workshop right now and they are fixing those areas below the rear window. They have welded in some new parts also. Use a bodyshop - a bit more money, but well worth it (if they´re good)!