How to Find Parts for a Vintage Mercedes-Benz

Owning a vintage Mercedes-Benz automobile is a joy but also has its challenges. Keeping your classic auto in top condition means finding replacement parts on a regular basis. Your spare parts needs could run the gamut from air hoses to wheels and everything in between. Whatever Mercedes part you may need, read on for tips on finding quality parts at reasonable prices.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Determine if your Mercedes is truly vintage. Parts for models built since 1982 can usually be found by your local Mercedes-Benz dealer's parts department, or from German car parts specialists on the Internet. Cars built prior to 1981 are true classics and require more hunting for parts.
   

2. Check your local phone book for German car specialists. Mechanics, restorers and small dealers often have leads on where to find parts.
   

3. Contact the Mercedes-Benz Club of America to find a nearby chapter. Attend an event and network with other vintage Mercedes owners. Ask them where they buy parts.
   

4. Join one of the Mercedes-Benz enthusiasts online forums. Ask participants for a good source of parts for your make and model year.

5. Call the Mercedes-Benz Classic Center at (866) MBCLASSIC. They stock many parts and can even look up your Mercedes' original build sheet from the archives.
   

Tips & Warnings

• Local Mercedes-Benz dealers and the Classic Center will usually have the highest price for the part you need. Take time to do some comparison shopping before purchasing.
• If you live near any major city, you will probably find a German car parts specialist. Buying your parts locally is often a good idea in case you have a problem or a question about the part.
• Use caution when buying parts at online auction sites. It is easy to receive inferior, broken or incorrect parts when dealing with an unknown source. You often cannot return the parts for refund or exchange.

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