arkansascarnut
5/8/2006 9:58:28 AM
Hey guys - I usually post in the C-class section, but I picked up a '98 SL500 this weekend and have a question. I've tried several searches and can't find info on the part that I need. I'm missing the what I call "tow hook cover" on my front bumper. What exactly is that called? Is there an on-line source for these? LOL - right now the car looks like it's missing a tooth.
Thanks
sleepwalker
5/8/2006 10:24:31 AM
escutheon.
towing bracket cover flap.
A129 880 02 05
arkansascarnut
5/8/2006 11:05:29 AM
Sleepwalker, Thanks for the post. Excuse my ignorance, but what is "Escutheon"?
sleepwalker
5/8/2006 4:49:47 PM
should be escutcheon.
a cover
in mb, they use this term on something that doesn't need any screw. a single piece material or something.
arkansascarnut
5/10/2006 10:20:19 AM
Ah - thanks :) checked with my dealer. $120.00 w/out paint!
mbz300sdl
5/10/2006 1:46:47 PM
Dude try ebay I had to place one on my 300sdl sedan dealer wanted 85 dollars but i found one on ebay in the 30 dollar range but missed the auction. So i ended up getting it from a small shop that had a junk sdl for 10 bux. And yes most people do call them tow hook covers.
arkansascarnut
5/16/2006 12:12:56 PM
Well, got it fixed. It was driving me crazy driving that beautiful car with that huge hole in the front. Bit the bullet and ordered from the dealership. $129.00 later, she looks good!