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Mercedes Ponton Restoration: Cost, Parts and Where Rust Hides
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R107 Sun Visors: Why They Are So Expensive
Why R107 sun visors are so expensive: visor types by year, the 560SL lighted vanity visors, repair options and buying used parts.
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R107 Door Panel Removal
How to remove an R107 door panel without breaking clips: screws and clips, the window crank or switch, handle trim, the vapor barrier and reinstallation.
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R107 Center Console Removal
Why and how to remove the R107 center console: the order of steps, wood trim care, the radio and the shifter.
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R107 Steering Wheel: Removal and Replacement Options
How to remove an R107 steering wheel safely on non-airbag and airbag cars, wheel sizes, wood wheels, hub adapters and safety considerations.
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R107 Seats: Leather vs MB-Tex and Seat Covers
R107 seats explained: leather vs MB-Tex upholstery, how to tell which you have, repair options, seat covers, re-upholstery cost and seat foam.
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R107 Carpet Kit: Choosing and Installing
How to choose and install an R107 carpet kit: loop vs velour, color matching, removing the seats and console, checking for rust underneath, install tips and cost.
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R107 Dashboard Cracks: Replace, Repair or Cover?
Why R107 dashboards crack, whether to cover, repair or replace the dash pad, what removal involves, costs and how to prevent new cracks.
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R107 Grille: Removal and Replacing the Star
How to remove the R107 grille, the differences between grille styles by year, how to replace the star, cleaning tips and parts.
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R107 Chrome and Bumper Trim: Clean, Restore or Replace
How to clean, restore or replace R107 chrome and bumper trim: chrome vs stainless parts, polishing, rubber bumper strips, US bumper refinishing and trim clips.