2002 E430 (210.070, 113.840) - vehicle came from the factory equipped with a 210 500 68 03 radiator, manufactured by Behr. EPC shows that same number as being the correct part but my dealer informs me the number has been superceded to 210 500 12 03. The dealer can provide no information as to the difference between these two parts, other than saying that when M-B changes or improves a part the number typically goes higher.

The dealer further states the old number is still available Stateside but if I choose to go with the new number, the part would have to come from Germany. The price is the same, for either unit. Any reason to go with the radiator coming out of Germany?