doubledutch
Well-Known Member
Christmas in May! Today i received my long awaited wood veneer set from "Bela", based on the many good reviews by other members i decided to take the plunge. I think its hand down the best $ i have spent so far on my 2800cs (which i bought exactly 1 yr ago this week)
Besides the fact that Bela is a pleasure dealing with (great email communication) his workmanship is truly outstanding! I honestly think that the veneer looks better now then it would have, leaving the plant 42 years ago.
I must admit i am a bit intimidated by the removal & installation project but i am sure with all the info on this site and a very experienced E9 owner (m-thompson) just 2 miles away from me i will get it done in due time.
Besided the wood veneer replacement i am also planning on replacing the crappy cd player with a period correct radio (picked up a nice period correct Blaupunkt bavaria on ebay), fix the clock, replace the lights behind the instrument panel, repaint the steering collumn, fix a few small cracks on the dash and whatever else may come up along the way....
Tips/advice always welcome.
Cheers
Pieter
Besides the fact that Bela is a pleasure dealing with (great email communication) his workmanship is truly outstanding! I honestly think that the veneer looks better now then it would have, leaving the plant 42 years ago.
I must admit i am a bit intimidated by the removal & installation project but i am sure with all the info on this site and a very experienced E9 owner (m-thompson) just 2 miles away from me i will get it done in due time.
Besided the wood veneer replacement i am also planning on replacing the crappy cd player with a period correct radio (picked up a nice period correct Blaupunkt bavaria on ebay), fix the clock, replace the lights behind the instrument panel, repaint the steering collumn, fix a few small cracks on the dash and whatever else may come up along the way....
Tips/advice always welcome.
Cheers
Pieter