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Old 05-08-2006, 11:58 AM
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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.

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Old 05-08-2006, 12:24 PM
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escutheon.

towing bracket cover flap.

A129 880 02 05
 
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Old 05-08-2006, 01:05 PM
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Sleepwalker, Thanks for the post. Excuse my ignorance, but what is "Escutheon"?
 
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Old 05-08-2006, 06:49 PM
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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.
 
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Old 05-10-2006, 12:20 PM
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Ah - thanks checked with my dealer. $120.00 w/out paint!
 
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Old 05-10-2006, 03:46 PM
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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.
 
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Old 05-16-2006, 02:12 PM
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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!

 
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