Windshield replacement W113 280 SL

[Facelvega]

I need to have the windshield changed because of a stone chip.
My question: what must be removed so that the installer of the glass company can perform the change?
I could read that the entire dashboard must be removed, which sounds rather unlikely to me.

Can anyone give me some advice?
Thanks Alfred

[Jordan]

It helps if the dash is out and makes the job a lot easier but it isn't mandatory. My dash remained in place and I had a glass installer do the work.  I made sure they had someone that was familiar with using rope to install the glass.

[JamesL]

Ditto
Though if you can get the wood out at the corners, that reduces the chances of damage.
Get an MB seal, and if your ally trim is a bit under par for your car, it’s likely worth replacing that ( and the little centre cover) while the seal/screen is out

[MikeSimon]

Can you still buy the alloy surround trim anywhere?

[dirkbalter]

Can you still buy the alloy surround trim anywhere?

Yes, but expensive. (Niemöller, may be others).

[Lorsar]

I got a quote from the classic center recently.  $380 (us) each side

[Facelvega]

thanks for all the advices. I will try to remove the wood and then visit the glazier to put a new pane. My AutoGlazier is a pro and has put in some difficult glass for me ( Facel-Vega, De Tomaso etc). I am confident.
Alfred

[Cees Klumper]

It should be fine. I am a complete novice and helped a friend replace his Pagoda windshield succesfully recently. Only the fourth windshield I ever did. If you can re-use the current seal it should be even easier.

[Desertpagoda]

I agree with Cess, I roped one in today, with a 5ish year old seal. Fit/installed nicely. I would say, based on personal experience, avoid Euro brand. They fit like a saddle on a sow

[ChrisInNashville]

Good luck in the shipping…I had two sekurit windshields broken in shipping last year.   With supply chain issues, I had to settle for off brand aftermarket