For my money, the 126 SDL is the best long distance car there is. Period.
the end. I am not convinced there is anything newer or older that is
better. They are comfortable, relatively economical, and still attractive
nearly 30 years after the initial design. (I was told by someone the
design concept started in 75) My 86 is exactly like the car featured in
the 1986 S class sales booklet. It is the only car I ever had that I
thought was beautiful. the 67 Chevelle SS 396 in bright metallic blue was
a close second.
I had about $10 grand in my 86 SDL after purchase and initial fixup. I
have driven it over 200,000 miles, and it is STILL a wonderful car. After
rebuilding the suspension and new Bilsteins, it is now better than
ever. It runs strong, and if the cancer didn't get it, i'd never need
another car. I'd fix it forever. Being in a cancer zone, I will probably
start using it winters only after this winter. Even with the cancer bug,
it has been less expensive than any other choice in its size range. A 123
will still run cheaper. a 201 190D or a 124 diesel will probably run
cheaper. But the 126 is a beautiful, comfortable car.
91 sounds better when you tell neighbors and friends what your car is, but
86-91 SDLs are all great, save the 350 engine problems as noted. If you
plan to keep and drive the 91 SDL, then if it doesn't have a factory
replacement engine, factor that into the purchase price. If you will put
at least 200K on it, then you can easily justify the cost of a factory
replacement engine, if it needs one.
At 10:49 AM 12/1/2005, you wrote:
I agree with all of the caution flags shown so far. BUT, having had
the opportunity to ride a long distance with a friend who owned such
a car, I must believe that it represents the very best possible
combination of a superb ride with an economical power source. It
would be a wonderful car to own....with a new Mercedes engine.
Bill Aston
Fort Lauderdale
1983 380 SEC
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