Re: [MBZ] 2002 SLK320 - 83k miles - $7,500

2024-07-15 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
That’s actually a nice deal for the price based on the information in the ad. If the top works and doesn’t leak (hydraulic fluid) and the interior isn’t all aged out like they can get, it’s a good deal. I researched and even looked at and drove a number of these thinking that it was the

Re: [MBZ] begje interior

2024-07-15 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Picked it up for (if I may use it as a data point for Jr.Italiano on the morrow)? AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 15, 2024, at 8:09 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > Ok I just picked up an 09 in “limp mode.” Basically same vehicle I guess. > Starts right up and runs ok

Re: [MBZ] Suction Doors - 2006 S500 - 130k miles - $8,900

2024-07-15 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
You can buy a newer S550 for that kind of money --FT Sent from iFōn > On Jul 15, 2024, at 10:07 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > Looks nice. > > No low balls > > https://chicago.craigslist.org/nch/cto/d/lake-bluff-mercedes-s500/7766559029.html >

Re: [MBZ] begje interior

2024-07-15 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
Ok I just picked up an 09 in “limp mode.” Basically same vehicle I guess. Starts right up and runs ok but won’t accelerate very well (which is not really “runs ok” but you know what I mean). It will get up to speed but slowly. A scan with DAS showed 3 or 4 sensors wonky. The Icarsoft wouldn’t

Re: [MBZ] begje interior

2024-07-15 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
2008 ML320 CDI Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 15, 2024, at 7:26 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > Remind me again what car it is > > --FT > Sent from iFōn > >> On Jul 15, 2024, at 9:27 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> There is no telling what he means by limp

Re: [MBZ] begje interior

2024-07-15 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Price it on safelite. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 15, 2024, at 9:26 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > Oh for sure. > He couldn’t even describe it. I’m pretty sure that’s what he was describing > in his broken English. He’s a 22 year old kid fresh from Italy. > > I guess I’ll

Re: [MBZ] begje interior

2024-07-15 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
Remind me again what car it is --FT Sent from iFōn > On Jul 15, 2024, at 9:27 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > There is no telling what he means by limp mode. Will have to scan it > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Jul 15, 2024, at 8:21 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >>

Re: [MBZ] begje interior

2024-07-15 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Oh for sure. He couldn’t even describe it. I’m pretty sure that’s what he was describing in his broken English. He’s a 22 year old kid fresh from Italy. I guess I’ll take 20 pictures of Mr. Franklin and my scanner and start at $1500 (depending on the codes of course) because he kept repeating

[MBZ] 2002 SLK320 - 83k miles - $7,500

2024-07-15 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Price is Firm https://bn.craigslist.org/cto/d/mc-lean-2002-mercedes-benz-slk320/7766335390.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] Suction Doors - 2006 S500 - 130k miles - $8,900

2024-07-15 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Looks nice. No low balls https://chicago.craigslist.org/nch/cto/d/lake-bluff-mercedes-s500/7766559029.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] begje interior

2024-07-15 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
There is no telling what he means by limp mode. Will have to scan it Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 15, 2024, at 8:21 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > Finally made arrangements to see this thing with the seller. And of course, > when I get there, he says that he doesn’t have the keys

Re: [MBZ] begje interior

2024-07-15 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Finally made arrangements to see this thing with the seller. And of course, when I get there, he says that he doesn’t have the keys that his brother took them accidentally so my first visit was simply looking it over. He bought it at an auction for five grand. It looks, pretty darn good. It’s

Re: [MBZ] can not be drove away 1987 Mercedes 300 td wagon Diesel, $1, 500

2024-07-15 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
One can only imagine how the interior looks... On Mon, Jul 15, 2024 at 4:56 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Extra 1 or 0 in price or both > > Ran and drove when parked about 5 years ago. > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1921842068258607 > > -- > --FT

Re: [MBZ] 2019 GLA250

2024-07-15 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
I’m doing my best to convince her. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 15, 2024, at 4:14 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > I think I would go with toda too. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Jul 15, 2024, at 5:37 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> Something that

Re: [MBZ] 2019 GLA250

2024-07-15 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I would consider Toyota or Lexus. Avoid Honda/Acura. I don't really know much about anything that new, but my MIL has a Rav4 that has been pretty bulletproof. I read a review of the GLA and it observed that "the interior vibe channels an Ibiza nightclub." On Mon, Jul 15, 2024, at 18:36, dan

Re: [MBZ] 2019 GLA250

2024-07-15 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
I think I would go with toda too. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 15, 2024, at 5:37 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > Something that late model I would go with the Toyota. After researching it, > of course. > > -D > > > On Jul 15, 2024, at 3:03 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] 2019 GLA250

2024-07-15 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
Something that late model I would go with the Toyota. After researching it, of course. -D On Jul 15, 2024, at 3:03 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote:  Cheap entry level tinny. Go with the yoda --FT Sent from iFōn On Jul 15, 2024, at 6:00 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: My

Re: [MBZ] 2019 GLA250

2024-07-15 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
Cheap entry level tinny.Go with the yoda --FTSent from iFōnOn Jul 15, 2024, at 6:00 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote:My Cali child’s partner is considering this:Used 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 Base For Sale $23,998cars.comShe’s vacillating between this or 2021ish Toyota CHR Nightshade. Who

[MBZ] 2019 GLA250

2024-07-15 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
My Cali child’s partner is considering this:Used 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 Base For Sale $23,998cars.comShe’s vacillating between this or 2021ish Toyota CHR Nightshade. Who among us had the scoop on these GLAs? Would it be suitable for a girl who is reasonably vehicularly aware to drive this

Re: [MBZ] Selling due to transmission slipping but drives. 2004 Mercedes-Benz sl-class SL 600 Roadster 2D, $10, 500

2024-07-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
This would work well plus could serve as a parts washing bin https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1890129511452305 Just prop one end up a bit to get some slope for drainage, run a bead of silicone to divert fluid into the sink and drain --FT On 7/15/24 4:56 PM, Kaleb Striplin via

Re: [MBZ] Selling due to transmission slipping but drives. 2004 Mercedes-Benz sl-class SL 600 Roadster 2D, $10, 500

2024-07-15 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
Does Harbor Freight have some sort of assembly table with drains? Randy On 15/07/2024 4:06 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: Make a table out of plywood, cover it with sheet metal, put some rain gutters around the sides. On Mon, Jul 15, 2024, at 16:56, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:

Re: [MBZ] Selling due to transmission slipping but drives. 2004 Mercedes-Benz sl-class SL 600 Roadster 2D, $10, 500

2024-07-15 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Make a table out of plywood, cover it with sheet metal, put some rain gutters around the sides. On Mon, Jul 15, 2024, at 16:56, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: > I have seen them pop up for sale from time to time but never snagged > one. Last time I saw one it sold almost as soon as it was

Re: [MBZ] Selling due to transmission slipping but drives. 2004 Mercedes-Benz sl-class SL 600 Roadster 2D, $10, 500

2024-07-15 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
I have seen them pop up for sale from time to time but never snagged one. Last time I saw one it sold almost as soon as it was posted. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 15, 2024, at 3:54 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > What, you don’t have one? > > And yes, you’re right - that

[MBZ] can not be drove away 1987 Mercedes 300 td wagon Diesel, $1, 500

2024-07-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Extra 1 or 0 in price or both Ran and drove when parked about 5 years ago. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1921842068258607 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] oooooh the luscious factor is off the scale -- 1969 Mercedes-Benz 300sel 6.3L Right Hand Drive, $35, 000

2024-07-15 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
Looks to be very close to the colour of my 1976 W115 300D. Randy On 15/07/2024 3:52 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: Sure looks like it, with the requisite bubbling underneath at the base of the left “C” pillar, too. Beautiful color, not sure it’s factory, though. -D On Jul 15, 2024,

Re: [MBZ] Selling due to transmission slipping but drives. 2004 Mercedes-Benz sl-class SL 600 Roadster 2D, $10, 500

2024-07-15 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
What, you don’t have one? And yes, you’re right - that thing they use to put the body’s head on would be perfect for the tailshaft housing to rest on. -D > On Jul 15, 2024, at 1:49 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > An embalming table would be perfect for this. > > Sent from my

[MBZ] mmmm tasty -- gray market car imported from Europe. 1983 Mercedes-Benz 280ce, $12, 000

2024-07-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1626871454819063 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] oooooh the luscious factor is off the scale -- 1969 Mercedes-Benz 300sel 6.3L Right Hand Drive, $35, 000

2024-07-15 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
Sure looks like it, with the requisite bubbling underneath at the base of the left “C” pillar, too. Beautiful color, not sure it’s factory, though. -D > On Jul 15, 2024, at 1:45 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > Vinyl roof? > >

Re: [MBZ] Selling due to transmission slipping but drives. 2004 Mercedes-Benz sl-class SL 600 Roadster 2D, $10, 500

2024-07-15 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
An embalming table would be perfect for this. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 15, 2024, at 3:47 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > Rebuilding automatic transmissions is far from rocket science. In fact, it's > pretty simple for the most part. Make sure you have a place to work that’s

Re: [MBZ] Selling due to transmission slipping but drives. 2004 Mercedes-Benz sl-class SL 600 Roadster 2D, $10, 500

2024-07-15 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
Rebuilding automatic transmissions is far from rocket science. In fact, it's pretty simple for the most part. Make sure you have a place to work that’s clean, an area to disassemble that can get oily/dirty, and some high quality snap ring pliers and you should be good. I’m sure the more

[MBZ] oooooh the luscious factor is off the scale -- 1969 Mercedes-Benz 300sel 6.3L Right Hand Drive, $35, 000

2024-07-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Vinyl roof? https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/452732741078715/ -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Selling due to transmission slipping but drives. 2004 Mercedes-Benz sl-class SL 600 Roadster 2D, $10, 500

2024-07-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
I watched a couple of vids about rebuilding 722.6s and 722.9s.  They are actually quite easy to rebuild, you just have to keep track of the bits and keep everything really clean.  Stuff just comes apart like a 3D puzzle and the vids show it very clearly.  I think there are manuals for it too,

Re: [MBZ] Selling due to transmission slipping but drives. 2004 Mercedes-Benz sl-class SL 600 Roadster 2D, $10, 500

2024-07-15 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
I would bet that a new/rebuilt transmission would cost a lot more than "2-3 grand". On Mon, Jul 15, 2024 at 3:13 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > This tempts... I believe this is a 722.6 which should be pretty stout so > not sure what the problem could be unless it

Re: [MBZ] Rough as a Cob but Cheap

2024-07-15 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Label it "a survivor" and find some paperwork linking prior ownership to John Voight. On Mon, Jul 15, 2024 at 3:07 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Yes. Typically it would not be worth the ask much less the time to put > into it. The Fakebook idiot factor is the

Re: [MBZ] Rough as a Cob but Cheap

2024-07-15 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Yea, not JonSent from my iPhoneOn Jul 15, 2024, at 3:16 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote:Label it "a survivor" and find some paperwork linking prior ownership to John Voight.On Mon, Jul 15, 2024 at 3:07 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:Yes. Typically it would not be worth

Re: [MBZ] Have small issues but will start and run 2009 Mercedes-Benz gl-class GL 450 Sport Utility 4D, $4, 500

2024-07-15 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Three row seating makes this potentially a decent deal. On Mon, Jul 15, 2024 at 3:33 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > but you couldn't go anywhere because it is slammed (small issue), and > why were you getting at the battery compartment (small issue)? And the >

Re: [MBZ] Damn....I Just Sold My Land in Nicaragua.

2024-07-15 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Painful to see. On Mon, Jul 15, 2024 at 2:29 PM Bob Rentfro via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > https://www.facebook.com/share/RGqUpHUW5f3Apxz9/ > > Onter only boll of sale...MB's are seating for three yearsso don > askwad drivable. > > AZBob >

[MBZ] Have small issues but will start and run 2009 Mercedes-Benz gl-class GL 450 Sport Utility 4D, $4, 500

2024-07-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
but you couldn't go anywhere because it is slammed (small issue), and why were you getting at the battery compartment (small issue)? And the airbag light... https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/504527885479500 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To

[MBZ] Car has been in storage for 5 years 2003 Mercedes-Benz clk-class CLK 55 AMG Coupe 2D, $4, 500

2024-07-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
This would likely be great fun but after sitting might need a lot of going-through.  Price still not to bad for a 55 though NA.  Cash would probably talk strongly in negotiations. Rare 2003 Mercedes clk55 AMG only 761 of these cars were built in 2003. 5.4 l naturally aspirated. 5 speed

[MBZ] 164 with hitch, looks decent, good price -- 2009 Mercedes-Benz m-class ML 550 Sport Utility 4D, $3, 500

2024-07-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Seats might be trashed, I have a good complete interior same color https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/339206202566678 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

[MBZ] Will run and drive on jump start, battery low from sitting. 2006 Mercedes-Benz cls-class CLS 55 AMG Coupe 4D, $10, 000

2024-07-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Why is it sitting?  Why has it not been started/driven to charge up the battery?  For $10k why don't you get a new battery or a charger?  Are you a complete FBMP moron? https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1725130994889930/ -- --FT ___

[MBZ] I think this was posted before but appears not to have sold -- 1988 Mercedes-Benz 300 ce Coupe 2D, $2, 500

2024-07-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Looks pretty nice and the price for a 124 coupé is quite good.  White/gray kinda bland but looks to be in good condition.  The grill looks to be chinee ebay thing and is horrific but easily rectifiable. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/7620781314710457 -- --FT

[MBZ] Selling due to transmission slipping but drives. 2004 Mercedes-Benz sl-class SL 600 Roadster 2D, $10, 500

2024-07-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
This tempts... I believe this is a 722.6 which should be pretty stout so not sure what the problem could be unless it was run low on fluid and abused which is entirely possible. Rebuilds are not difficult once it is out of the car. Looks like a lot of work on it. This engine is actually pretty

Re: [MBZ] Rough as a Cob but Cheap

2024-07-15 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Yes. Typically it would not be worth the ask much less the time to put into it. The Fakebook idiot factor is the unknown here. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 15, 2024, at 1:58 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > You could flip that in Hippie Havens for some good profit once cleaned

[MBZ] My name is Briggs and I’m selling my sisters car for her. 2007 Mercedes-Benz m-class ML 350 Sport Utility 4D,$2,500

2024-07-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
If the engine is not trashed at 186kmi it is probably OK.  Looks pretty decent and for the money might be worth it.  No hitch.  I have no idea what the software update thing is, maybe the navi system? The only two things wrong are the AC doesn’t blow cold & radio needs software update. We

Re: [MBZ] Rough as a Cob but Cheap

2024-07-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
You could flip that in Hippie Havens for some good profit once cleaned up a bit and running, or sell it on the FB groups where idiots have the vapors over these things --FT On 7/15/24 2:44 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: https://www.facebook.com/share/QtWNSG76dzZxkwwf/ AZBob

Re: [MBZ] Rough as a Cob but Cheap

2024-07-15 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Yea rough and cheap. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 15, 2024, at 1:52 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://www.facebook.com/share/QtWNSG76dzZxkwwf/ > > AZBob > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list archives

[MBZ] Rough as a Cob but Cheap

2024-07-15 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
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[MBZ] Damn....I Just Sold My Land in Nicaragua.

2024-07-15 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
https://www.facebook.com/share/RGqUpHUW5f3Apxz9/ Onter only boll of sale...MB's are seating for three yearsso don askwad drivable. AZBob ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or

[MBZ] 5 Speed 300E on BAT

2024-07-15 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
I test drove one of these back in the 90s but it was too boring for my taste. Now they may be a hot ticket. https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1986-mercedes-benz-300e-34/ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] 2006 CLS55 AMG - 106k miles - $22,000

2024-07-15 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
It is crazy by factor of 2. For that money you can find newer 63s that offer a lot more performance and amenities —FT Sent from my iPad > On Jul 14, 2024, at 9:43 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > It's a nice looking car but am I wrong that the price seems crazy? > >

[MBZ] 2006 CLS55 AMG - 106k miles - $22,000

2024-07-14 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
It's a nice looking car but am I wrong that the price seems crazy? https://lexington.craigslist.org/cto/d/lexington-2006-mercedes-benz-cls55-amg/7766077466.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] sagging headliner repair

2024-07-14 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
to worry about on that car. > > Peter > -Original Message- > From: Mercedes Discussion List > Sent: Jul 14, 2024 2:04 PM > To: Mercedes Discussion List > Cc: Allan Streib > Subject: [MBZ] sagging headliner repair > > I think the answer is "no" but is ther

Re: [MBZ] 2002 CL 500 - 128k miles -$4,500

2024-07-14 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
Not unreasonable. The head unit kinda butchers up the wood panel though --FT Sent from iFōn > On Jul 14, 2024, at 3:15 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > Looks nice enough, black/black and miles are pretty low. Coupe. Looks like > it has an aftermarket audio head/screen unit. > >

Re: [MBZ] sagging headliner repair

2024-07-14 Thread Peter Frederick via Mercedes
- From: Mercedes Discussion List Sent: Jul 14, 2024 2:04 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Allan Streib Subject: [MBZ] sagging headliner repair I think the answer is "no" but is there an effective DIY approach to dealing with a sagging headliner? In the past I've tried 3M st

Re: [MBZ] sagging headliner repair

2024-07-14 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
The seller is firm at $4k, b/c it's "all original". But he's unwilling to get it started/moving. On Sun, Jul 14, 2024 at 5:27 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I would add that while implied, I didn’t point out that the headliner is > glued down to the roof at the

Re: [MBZ] sagging headliner repair

2024-07-14 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
I would add that while implied, I didn’t point out that the headliner is glued down to the roof at the top of the windshield and rear window. The dark brown stuff you see is old glue, probably hide glue (as in made out of rendered animals.) You can’t really do a proper headliner install on

Re: [MBZ] sagging headliner repair

2024-07-14 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
Common, mainly because the back corners are anchored to the rear (C) pillar under the paneling that covers the pillar, and as the material ages it shrinks and pulls out. It’s probably got some of the brown discoloration on it as well. I can’t speak to the W108s, but four years ago or

Re: [MBZ] FBMPClown

2024-07-14 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Either not serious or this is a catfish-mobile. On Sun, Jul 14, 2024 at 4:32 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > At some point you have to realize he's not serious about selling the car. > > Let it go, there are others out there. > > On Sun, Jul 14, 2024, at 16:20, Bob

Re: [MBZ] sagging headliner repair

2024-07-14 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
The headliner in the local W108 4.5 is sagging in the rear. Otherwise, is taut. On Sun, Jul 14, 2024 at 3:34 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Older cars with headliners that were installed with bows. > > -D > > > On Jul 14, 2024, at 12:31 PM, Kaleb Striplin via

Re: [MBZ] This could be a good deal

2024-07-14 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
DG = DQ? On Sun, Jul 14, 2024 at 1:16 PM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Actually I got here (actually to a DG about 1/4mi from where the car is) > about an hour ago then the guy tells me he is on his way from Charlotte and > had to feed a turtle or something.

Re: [MBZ] FBMPClown

2024-07-14 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
At some point you have to realize he's not serious about selling the car. Let it go, there are others out there. On Sun, Jul 14, 2024, at 16:20, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: > I’m still attempting to get this clown to engage: > > 442492614_122100670544337180_968688003151781952_n.jpg > 2008

Re: [MBZ] FBMPClown

2024-07-14 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
That’s pretty typical. I am convinced the IQ if the general population is greatly decreasing.Sent from my iPhoneOn Jul 14, 2024, at 3:28 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote:I’m still attempting to get this clown to engage:<442492614_122100670544337180_968688003151781952_n.jpg>2008 Mercedes-Benz

[MBZ] FBMPClown

2024-07-14 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
I’m still attempting to get this clown to engage:2008 Mercedes-Benz M-Class · ML 320 CDI Sport Utility 4Dfacebook.comHe doesn’t answer question on condition. His only replies to me have been “tomorrow” when I asked yesterday morning if I could see the car yesterday, and then when I asked him what

Re: [MBZ] sagging headliner repair

2024-07-14 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
Older cars with headliners that were installed with bows. -D > On Jul 14, 2024, at 12:31 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > These are problems older cars never had. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Jul 14, 2024, at 2:18 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> These: >>

Re: [MBZ] sagging headliner repair

2024-07-14 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
These are problems older cars never had. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 14, 2024, at 2:18 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > These: > > > >

Re: [MBZ] sagging headliner repair

2024-07-14 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
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[MBZ] 2002 CL 500 - 128k miles -$4,500

2024-07-14 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Looks nice enough, black/black and miles are pretty low. Coupe. Looks like it has an aftermarket audio head/screen unit. https://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/d/saint-charles-2002-mercedes-cl-500/7765946662.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] sagging headliner repair

2024-07-14 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
Very common in W210 and W211s, especially if they’ve lived in a hot climate. I’ve seen people use the little “corkscrew” pins to hold it up, but remember, you’re poking into a fiberglass panel in most cases, and it’s not going to like it. -D > On Jul 14, 2024, at 12:02 PM, Allan Streib via

[MBZ] 1998 E430 - 229k miles -$4,500

2024-07-14 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Looks pretty clean. Sunroof doesn't work, but as long as it doesn't leak that's not an issue in my book -- I never use them. https://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/cto/d/darien-mercedes-benz-e430-sport/7765976088.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list

[MBZ] sagging headliner repair

2024-07-14 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I think the answer is "no" but is there an effective DIY approach to dealing with a sagging headliner? In the past I've tried 3M sticky spray and it initially works but not for long. If not, what sort of shop do I look for? There's one shop locally that advertises repairs that are typically in

Re: [MBZ] Undrcover

2024-07-14 Thread Dwight Giles via Mercedes
I use a Coverking on my 300CD for Winter in driveway. don't drive it during winter. On Sun, Jul 14, 2024, 12:21 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > The Noahs are nice, but very pricey compared to everyone else, or so it > seemed when I was shopping. I went with the

Re: [MBZ] This could be a good deal

2024-07-14 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
Actually I got here (actually to a DG about 1/4mi from where the car is) about an hour ago then the guy tells me he is on his way from Charlotte and had to feed a turtle or something. (YCMTSU) Apparently his son was handling the messages. so anyway I talked to him and I’m waiting for him, the

Re: [MBZ] Undrcover

2024-07-14 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
The Noahs are nice, but very pricey compared to everyone else, or so it seemed when I was shopping. I went with the SealSkin as I didn’t expect to have to use mine for more than a year. Thanks for sharing! -D > On Jul 14, 2024, at 9:08 AM, ned kleinhenz via Mercedes > wrote: > > I have an

Re: [MBZ] Undrcover

2024-07-14 Thread ned kleinhenz via Mercedes
I have an old Bimmer Z3 Roadster that I have been covering outdoors for most of each year for about 18 years now. My family gave me a Noah (I think I got that name correct) cover that lasted about 10 years before it started to decay. I replaced it with an identical one. The newer one now failed

Re: [MBZ] This could be a good deal

2024-07-14 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
I believe he is enroute as we converse. -D > On Jul 14, 2024, at 8:06 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > Good luck on your trip today…or how did it turn out? > > AZBob > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Jul 13, 2024, at 10:29 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >>

Re: [MBZ] This could be a good deal

2024-07-14 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Good luck on your trip today…or how did it turn out? AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 13, 2024, at 10:29 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Brilliant. > >> On Sat, Jul 13, 2024 at 1:23 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < >> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: >> >> Thanks. >> >> I

Re: [MBZ] Local W108 in MD

2024-07-14 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
I’ve owned several of the 6 cylinder W108s, and they were great cars. Never had a V8 version, never wanted one for just the reasons Jaime stated. That, and I suspect they’re tough to work on with the limited space in the engine compartment. -D > On Jul 14, 2024, at 5:11 AM, Jaime Kopchinski

Re: [MBZ] Local W108 in MD

2024-07-14 Thread Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes
108s are expensive to sort out, especially 4.5s. They all need all the fuel hoses, timing chain, wiring harness repairs - none of these things impact the 6 cylinder cars. Running 4.5s in nice cosmetic condition are worth mid to high teens, but often sell for more at auction. I often recommend 6

Re: [MBZ] Undercover - A car cover

2024-07-13 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
I’ve used “Seal Skin” covers for several cars, one of which was stored for the winter under one outdoors. It worked just fine, no problems to report. Between the temperatures, snow and sun exposure, it held up quite well, I thought. No complaints about it and nothing to indicate any damage or

Re: [MBZ] Local W108 in MD

2024-07-13 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
On Sat, Jul 13, 2024, at 17:54, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: > Due to the cost of the device, when they failed a lot of owners opted > to go with a fixed steel spring instead of the compensator, as it was > easy to retrofit. Also, not all of the models with swing axles had a >

Re: [MBZ] Undercover - A car cover

2024-07-13 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Sat, 13 Jul 2024 15:14:31 -0400 Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: > On Sat, Jul 13, 2024, at 15:07, Jim Cathey via Mercedes wrote: > > > Coastal areas are also problematic. > > Yes, when we vacation near the beach I always find a layer of salt on > the cars in the morning, or maybe it's salt

Re: [MBZ] Local W108 in MD

2024-07-13 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
David, Just to clarify, there are steel springs in the (rear) suspension. The hydropneumatic compensator does just that, it compensates for load on the rear suspension and is intended to maintain a specific ride height. Often mistakenly considered nothing more than a big shock absorber, it’s

Re: [MBZ] Local W108 in MD

2024-07-13 Thread David Bruckmann via Mercedes
I can't speak to values, other than to echo Dan that generally the crappy ones aren't worth the effort. And sedans anyway are not worth as much as a coupé or convertible. As to the hydropneumatic compensator: a clever but poorly understood contraption mounted in place of the transverse steel

Re: [MBZ] Local W108 in MD

2024-07-13 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
On Sat, Jul 13, 2024, at 15:40, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: > It’s likely more dependent on condition than anything else. Nice ones > are going to command big bucks, but maybe buyers are starting to > realize what a nightmare they can be to restore? Probably would not stop a genuine

Re: [MBZ] Local W108 in MD

2024-07-13 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
What would a reasonable amount to pay for one in decent cosmetic shape that might need some reasonable mechanical work? I would prefer a 4.5, I think. I have never had a 108 aside from a few parts cars. I know there is some sort of issue with hydraulic suspension compensator something or

Re: [MBZ] looks complete and decent -- 1963 Mercedes-Benz 220s, $3, 000

2024-07-13 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
That’s pretty nice for the price. -D > On Jul 13, 2024, at 12:50 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > Steering wheel intact, red upholstery is cool > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3668210170060319 > > -- > --FT > ___ >

[MBZ] looks complete and decent -- 1963 Mercedes-Benz 220s,$3,000

2024-07-13 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Steering wheel intact, red upholstery is cool https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3668210170060319 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Local W108 in MD

2024-07-13 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
It’s likely more dependent on condition than anything else. Nice ones are going to command big bucks, but maybe buyers are starting to realize what a nightmare they can be to restore? -D > On Jul 13, 2024, at 9:25 AM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > I wish I would have bought one

Re: [MBZ] Undercover - A car cover

2024-07-13 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
On Sat, Jul 13, 2024, at 15:07, Jim Cathey via Mercedes wrote: > Coastal areas are also problematic. Yes, when we vacation near the beach I always find a layer of salt on the cars in the morning, or maybe it's salt and sand but it tastes salty. ___

Re: [MBZ] Undercover - A car cover

2024-07-13 Thread Jim Cathey via Mercedes
> But by far the main thing with an older car is avoiding salt. Just don't > drive them in the winter if you live where salt is used. Coastal areas are also problematic. Our beach cabin is a poorly-insulated but otherwise sealed house, and not all that close to the water. maybe half a mile

Re: [MBZ] Undercover - A car cover

2024-07-13 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I don't think anything will beat a real garage/pole barn with a roof, solid floor, walls, and a door. Assuming you have the space, funds, and zoning allows it. I've never used a portable/tent garage. Parking over dirt/gravel is not ideal as moisture evaporates and will condense on the metal of

Re: [MBZ] Undercover - A car cover

2024-07-13 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
I am totally pleased with a couple Budge car covers purchased from Autozone for around $100 each, one for my ML 250 and the other for the 1985 300SD. They have a soft flannel-like lining and water-resistant/breathable material to repel rain. On Sat, Jul 13, 2024 at 1:39 PM r rhonald.me via

[MBZ] Undercover - A car cover

2024-07-13 Thread r rhonald.me via Mercedes
All, I have had some conversations with a few people locally and I am doing some online research. My current Estate Wagon is going to get replaced. I didn't address the rust in time (lesson painfully learned), but I got 12 good years of use out of it and it never let me down at the time I

Re: [MBZ] This could be a good deal

2024-07-13 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Brilliant. On Sat, Jul 13, 2024 at 1:23 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Thanks. > > I got the VIN from the guy and ran it on the MBUSA site. Looks like all > these repairs were done last year 2/7/23 but he's saying DPF needs to be > cleaned. The report says

Re: [MBZ] This could be a good deal

2024-07-13 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Thanks. I got the VIN from the guy and ran it on the MBUSA site.  Looks like all these repairs were done last year 2/7/23 but he's saying DPF needs to be cleaned.  The report says there is a warranty of 4yr 48kmi on the repair, he says the car has 165,000 miles so that would still be covered

Re: [MBZ] lust in my heart -- 2015 Mercedes-Benz S550 4Matic Coupe

2024-07-13 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Yep.  Still reasonable -_FT On 7/12/24 10:21 PM, Dwight Giles wrote: 15K now On Fri, Jul 12, 2024, 10:23 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: Bid right now is fairly low, I wonder what this will go for

Re: [MBZ] Local W108 in MD

2024-07-13 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Younger generations have much less interest in cars. It's us old farts that are keeping up the demand for classics. On Sat, Jul 13, 2024, at 12:27, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: > Demand is dropping?? I hadn't noticed... > > On Sat, Jul 13, 2024 at 12:25 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <

[MBZ] how much pain can one boy take? 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL65 AMG

2024-07-13 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Hoovie just sold his to someone with a high capacity for pain (and pleasure too). This CL65 is powered by an AMG-tuned 6.0-liter biturbo V12 which was hand assembled and signed by the builder. The car is factory rated at 604 horsepower and 738 lb-ft of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels

Re: [MBZ] Local W108 in MD

2024-07-13 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Demand is dropping?? I hadn't noticed... On Sat, Jul 13, 2024 at 12:25 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I wish I would have bought one years ago when they were much cheaper. > According to some people, they say the demand and prices for them are > dropping like a

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