[W126 Coupe] Rust at rear window

[Axel Wulff]

Barry,

You are correct, this is a very common problem on the SEC. I've had to deal 
with it on my car.

First thing to warn you about is the rear window. This part is only 
available OEM and replacing it (glass + gasket + installation) will set you 
back at least $1,200 in the US. Your local price may vary, but will be 
expensive.

Fixing the the window frame rust will require the removal of the rear window 
so retain the serivces of the best glass guy you can find and make sure he 
is aware of the cost of the glass. He will most probably offer no guarantees 
that he can remove and reinstall the rear window without damaging it so make 
sure he is competent.

I believe there is a replacement part available from MB for the rear window 
frame, but I'm afraid I don't have the part #. In any case, a competent body 
shop can remove the rusty panel and weld in a new piece.

I paid a local body shop ~$1,400 (USD) to have the rear window removed and 
reinstalled, the rusty panel replaced and repainted.

Hope this helps.


Regards,
Axel J. Wulff
610-731-5453 Cellular
610-572-4611 Home





>From: "Barry Llewellyn" <barryllewellyn at hotmail.com>
>Reply-To: Mercedes Coupes Mailing Lists <mbcoupes at mbcoupes.com>
>To: mbcoupes at mbcoupes.com
>Subject: [W126 Coupe] Rust at rear window
>Date: Tue, 03 Oct 2006 21:41:37 +1000
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>Hi everyone, I have an SEC with what appears to be a common problem with 
>rust starting to appear under the bottom centre of the rear glass window.It 
>is flaking off and falling into the trunk. I think I have read before that 
>it originates from leakage of water into the rear passenger windows and 
>travels right around to the back.I would like to know how to fix this 
>problem before it gets worse as rust in this area sounds very expensive.I 
>have some mechanical aptitude and should be able to tackle this alone with 
>advice of how to and what is needed.Thanks in advance!.......Barry from 
>Downunda (Australia)
>


>The MB Coupes Website!
>W126 SEC Mailing List
>Postings remain property of MB Coupes, L.L.C.