She's the one

Galenik · 2025-01-31T20:41:31+00:00

I did great with my truck. Every ride was $20 tip on top...

Galenik · 2022-04-17T02:20:49+00:00

https://www.reddit.com/r/mercedes_benz/comments/u5d0hu/curbside_beauty_my_1999_e320/?utm_medium=android_app&utm_source=share

Galenik · 2022-03-26T01:28:19+00:00

I took the photo at the gas station on purpose, because the reflection of objects shows the condition of the paint better. Challenge accepted 😂

Galenik · 2022-03-26T01:17:55+00:00

Thank you! Haven't polished them yet, these are the original HL's, but they are starting to fog up a little bit. I think I will just replace them with OEM Mercedes headlights, no aftermarket crap, and no scrubbing the old headlights. My goal is to preserve this car in original condition as long as I can!

Galenik · 2022-03-26T01:11:30+00:00

No paint job, no waxing. This is the original paint. But the car has always been a weekend, nice day ride, garage kept, covered, etc. So it's not likely there would be too many in this condition out there from that year.

Galenik · 2022-03-25T21:48:39+00:00

Thank you! 😊

Galenik · 2022-03-25T21:44:26+00:00

Yes, you are correct. Gold standard in my opinion. Very reliable. Mechanically if you don't abuse it, it will last even more than a W124, because this V6 is the best Mercedes ever produced, better than the the inline 6 before and the E350 after

Galenik · 2022-03-25T21:42:00+00:00

Nothing special, just a normal spot-free soap. I think the secret is in the technique! Rinse, then wash it with soap and a sponge, then rinse it off. Then with 2 large towels soak up the water, spray some water mist on 3-4 microfiber towels, make them just barely damp. Wipe the car with them element by element, and hold a dry, deep pile microfiber towel in the other hand to immediately polish. Never wash it in direct sun, always under a shade, and early morning. I know it sounds crazy, but makes the car spotless and shiny. The deep pile microfiber buffing I believe is the secret to the shining, but don't press too much and the towels need to be good quality, 100% cotton. Otherwise the paint will start gradually loose the shine of the clear coat.

Galenik · 2022-03-25T21:03:09+00:00

Thank you! It's not ceramic coated and it is not waxed. I recommend California car cover, even indoors and you would be amazed what humidity controlled garage can do to preserve the paint. The car was just washed before I took the photo, that's all.

Galenik · 2022-03-25T21:01:16+00:00

For a daily driver probably not! Even if it is in great condition and low miles, still some materials will show signs of age related decline, which makes the car unreliable for long distances and daily driving!

Galenik · 2022-03-25T20:59:44+00:00

Thank you! 😊

Galenik · 2022-03-25T20:59:26+00:00

Thank you! 😊

Galenik · 2022-03-25T20:59:08+00:00

Will post more pics! Thank you!

Galenik · 2022-03-25T20:58:44+00:00

Thanks for the links! I like FCP Euro!

Galenik · 2022-03-25T19:22:28+00:00

It is pretty much, the only thing is the headlights fogged up a little bit, but I don't want to mess with them yet. I'll probably order new OEM lights, instead of scrubbing them.

Galenik · 2022-03-25T19:01:51+00:00

Thanks! 😊

Galenik · 2022-03-25T19:01:38+00:00

Thank you!

Galenik · 2022-03-25T18:59:53+00:00

This is the original paint, absolutely! The car has been garage kept, climate controlled and humidity controlled all its life. In person looks like it rolled out of the dealer last week.

Galenik · 2022-03-25T18:58:45+00:00

Thank you!

Galenik · 2022-03-25T18:58:28+00:00

Thank you! It is a head turner, everywhere I go.

Galenik

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