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01-09-2007, 03:35 AM
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My Ride: In a place where the Mercedes density is the highest in the world (no. of MB per square kilometer) I choose a Bimmer, why? because of one thing "The Ultimate Driving Experience"
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523i Steptronic, Silver Grey Exterior, Black Interior with Black Dakota Leather and Maple Wood Trim. Chrome Grill, Style 123 rim, Airbags everywhere, PDC, Rain sensor, Auto lights, Moveable front armrest, Advance Climate Control, Glass Sunroof, Auto dimming interior and exterior mirror with foldable functions, Extended Lights package, 6 CD changer in glove box, Power seats with memory, Power adjustable steering wheel, Power rear sunblinds.
Add ons: 123 wheels, chrome grill, K&N Hi flow filter, Eibach Pro Kit, e60.net decal and 24,000km
Past rides:
2001 Nissan Xterra SE
1999 E39 523i
1999 E46 323i
1996 Acura Integra LS
Originally Posted by stevenw211' post='375646' date='Jan 9 2007, 08:16 PM
Below is my ordeal of owning a W211 :
On some day in 2006 , I drove my 2003 E-class right from the parking space , suddenly the alarm sounded like hell and computer said " BRAKE FAILURE, PROLONG THE BRAKING DISTANCE" , then I kicked down the brake pedal and felt only 20% of braking power left. I almost hit a car in front of me. This is too much to endure any more!! :thumbsdown:
I went to MB Dealer immediately and without hesitation they replaced a brand new SBC ( Sensortronic Brake Control) for free even my 2-year warranty is expired. To my surprise, this NOTORIOUS SBC has 10-year of warranty offered by MB since it's a defective design. MB discontinued to produce SBC after 2006 just in order to keep all the MB owner alive.
On some day in 2006 , I drove my 2003 E-class right from the parking space , suddenly the alarm sounded like hell and computer said " BRAKE FAILURE, PROLONG THE BRAKING DISTANCE" , then I kicked down the brake pedal and felt only 20% of braking power left. I almost hit a car in front of me. This is too much to endure any more!! :thumbsdown:
I went to MB Dealer immediately and without hesitation they replaced a brand new SBC ( Sensortronic Brake Control) for free even my 2-year warranty is expired. To my surprise, this NOTORIOUS SBC has 10-year of warranty offered by MB since it's a defective design. MB discontinued to produce SBC after 2006 just in order to keep all the MB owner alive.
But hey you are still kickin' and get to enjoy a Bimmer, better late then never
01-09-2007, 04:21 AM
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Originally Posted by stevenw211' post='375646' date='Jan 9 2007, 08:16 PM
Below is my ordeal of owning a W211 :
On some day in 2006 , I drove my 2003 E-class right from the parking space , suddenly the alarm sounded like hell and computer said " BRAKE FAILURE, PROLONG THE BRAKING DISTANCE" , then I kicked down the brake pedal and felt only 20% of braking power left. I almost hit a car in front of me. This is too much to endure any more!! :thumbsdown:
I went to MB Dealer immediately and without hesitation they replaced a brand new SBC ( Sensortronic Brake Control) for free even my 2-year warranty is expired. To my surprise, this NOTORIOUS SBC has 10-year of warranty offered by MB since it's a defective design. MB discontinued to produce SBC after 2006 just in order to keep all the MB owner alive.
On some day in 2006 , I drove my 2003 E-class right from the parking space , suddenly the alarm sounded like hell and computer said " BRAKE FAILURE, PROLONG THE BRAKING DISTANCE" , then I kicked down the brake pedal and felt only 20% of braking power left. I almost hit a car in front of me. This is too much to endure any more!! :thumbsdown:
I went to MB Dealer immediately and without hesitation they replaced a brand new SBC ( Sensortronic Brake Control) for free even my 2-year warranty is expired. To my surprise, this NOTORIOUS SBC has 10-year of warranty offered by MB since it's a defective design. MB discontinued to produce SBC after 2006 just in order to keep all the MB owner alive.
01-09-2007, 06:57 AM
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Originally Posted by pinguhk' post='375615' date='Jan 9 2007, 03:15 AM
only if all my old mods like wheels, swaybar, tower bar, brake pads, sport wheel, sprint booster, acs kit will fit 
01-09-2007, 04:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Bunbun' post='375733' date='Jan 9 2007, 11:58 PM
And u forgot to mention your trade marked ACS side stickers !!!
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01-09-2007, 04:45 PM
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Originally Posted by eR6c' post='375505' date='Jan 9 2007, 11:33 AM
happy new year guys.
A lot has happened since 2007.
Had a tyre puncture yesterday, had my windows tinted just before new years, and oh... got married last week
A lot has happened since 2007.
Had a tyre puncture yesterday, had my windows tinted just before new years, and oh... got married last week
So, no more evil place visit la?
01-09-2007, 04:51 PM
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Originally Posted by stevenw211' post='374216' date='Jan 6 2007, 03:29 PM
Well, I used to have a junky E-Class W211 :thumbsdown: , that's why my user name is stevenw211. 
Just bought my 3rd Bimmer in my life -- a 2004 530i. Yeh!! Finally back to Bimmer family again!!!
Just bought my 3rd Bimmer in my life -- a 2004 530i. Yeh!! Finally back to Bimmer family again!!!
I also drive a 03/04 530i, come and join our next gathering! 
You really should join ACS5's anti MB team!
01-09-2007, 04:51 PM
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Originally Posted by Bunbun' post='375730' date='Jan 9 2007, 11:57 PM
Whats a sprint booster?
Automobiles in the 21st century have replaced the more conventional throttle cable technology for an ECM (Electronic Control Module) that translates pedal travel into electronic signals in order to provide power to the wheels.
The ECT system (Electronic Throttle Control) ? also known as drive-by-wire ? has the unfortunate downside of delayed throttle response and subdued acceleration, creating problems in certain circumstances such as up-hill starts, quick gearchanges, overtaking, etc.
The Sprint Booster aims to overcome this throttle response delay for ECT-equipped vehicles, providing crisp on-tap acceleration at the driverʼs disposal.
The ECT system (Electronic Throttle Control) ? also known as drive-by-wire ? has the unfortunate downside of delayed throttle response and subdued acceleration, creating problems in certain circumstances such as up-hill starts, quick gearchanges, overtaking, etc.
The Sprint Booster aims to overcome this throttle response delay for ECT-equipped vehicles, providing crisp on-tap acceleration at the driver?s disposal.
http://www.sprintbooster.gr/en/index.php?o...ge&Itemid=1
