W126 Front Wings

[bob1179]

Morning all.

I was giving the bus a clean yesterday and was surprised to find that a large amount of rust has just burst out along the lower part of the front offside wing just above the bumper. I know this is a common W126 rot spot but was surprised to see this just 'appear'. On closer inspection it looks like this has been repaired in the past and not even that well, how I missed the over spray on the rubber seal I don't know.

I have had a look online W126 wings seems to vary in price by quite a large amount. I would prefer a genuine MB one instead of a pattern as I want to get the best quality and fit I can find.

Can anybody point me in the direction of a good bodyshop, preferably in the North or Scotland? I want to ensure that they know what they are doing and can colour match my paint. There are a couple of other little bodywork bits I want to sort out at the same time. Might as well get it all out of the way now.

Thanks.

[somnv]

Hi, I've heard some good things about "The Body Shop" in Berwick-upon-Tweed. I'm going to be taking my W126 there for some work to be done later this year.

I thought I would also mention this new W126 club/forum, in case you're interested - http://126-sclass.com