Science & Technology
For classic vehicles and modern classics, selecting the right spare and equipment parts is often more demanding than for modern production vehicles. The model series, year of manufacture, equipment, color, side, design, and reference number can determine whether a part will truly fit.
RMS RetroParts combines parts trading with technical expertise.
As the parts division of RMS Ingenieure Automotive GmbH, we aim to not only offer products but also provide guidance – especially for Jaguar and Mercedes-Benz classics.
In this section, we are gradually compiling technical advice, guides, and practical experience reports concerning classic vehicles, typical weak points, parts classification, and helpful selection tools.
Planned topics
- Variants and reference numbers for Jaguar and Mercedes-Benz classics
- Correctly identifying interior parts: color, side, and design
- Typical differences in Jaguar XJ, XJS, XK8/XKR, and other model series
- Notes on wheel selection for classic Mercedes-Benz models
- Technical basics of hydraulic, air suspension, and comfort systems
- Care and preservation of plastic, leather, wood, and interior components
Our mission
We want to explain technical relationships in an understandable way and support customers in choosing the right parts more consciously. In case of uncertainty, we always recommend verifying with existing part numbers, vehicle data, or photos of the old part.
The content in this section will be expanded gradually.