> Don wrote:
> I found an 82 240D automatic nearby with 211K miles.
> I'm not sure that is safe to be on the highway!
Only dangerous if you try to drive it like a "high powered" car.
It's faster than a school bus, faster than a loaded truck from
10 to 18+ wheels. Why, it's faster than most fire
> The 380 will be somewhat underpowered and will not get very good mileage.
I must disagree. Mine did not feel underpowered, and it got decent enough
mileage. (For a 107, none of them get particularly good mileage!) Some of
mine were as bad as 14-ish mpg, but my Dad took it on some looong highw
240Ds thankfully are all manual heater/AC. All other US models got ACC
crap, dictated by MomBNA. The MBNA bowties disliked those who bought
Diesels, and especially 240Ds, but the Diesels were so popular, they
didn't dare PO all those customers. The beancounters overruled the
bowties in this
I really like the painted caps and steel wheels. However, it would make it
look like a 240.
Donald H. Snook
FedEx Freight
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> On Oct 7, 2019, at 9:39 PM, Dwight Giles wrote:
>
> So Bundt uglies?
>
> Dwight Giles Jr.
> Wickford RI
>
> On Mon, Oct 7, 2019, 10:23 PM Don Sno
So Bundt uglies?
Dwight Giles Jr.
Wickford RI
On Mon, Oct 7, 2019, 10:23 PM Don Snook via Mercedes
wrote:
> I know the wheels are wrong and they are ugly. If I keep the car I will
> definitely change them. And it’s a 300D. I was asking about the 240D as a
> possible replacement.
>
> Donald H
I know the wheels are wrong and they are ugly. If I keep the car I will
definitely change them. And it’s a 300D. I was asking about the 240D as a
possible replacement.
Donald H. Snook
FedEx Freight
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> On Oct 7, 2019, at 4:55 PM, Mitch Haley wrote:
>
> Those pics make i
No. Definitely not Okie Acres. Thinking of spending a little more for my show
car. So, maybe the 240D would be better. Also considering the 107. Only want
one old car!
Donald H. Snook
FedEx Freight
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> On Oct 7, 2019, at 6:07 PM, Kaleb Striplin wrote:
>
> Are you trying t
On Mon, 7 Oct 2019 20:26:23 -0500 Curley McLain via Mercedes
wrote:
> Most 240Ds I've seen have 'Lektrick windows. Most 240Ds ordered by
> the customer had crank windows, and more so early years (Often 4
> spd). Ones put on stealer lots by MBNA were all auto trans and
> "Lektrick winders. (and
Most 240Ds I've seen have 'Lektrick windows. Most 240Ds ordered by the
customer had crank windows, and more so early years (Often 4 spd).
Ones put on stealer lots by MBNA were all auto trans and "Lektrick
winders. (and sunroof)
Craig via Mercedes wrote on 10/7/19 1:45 PM:
On Mon, 7 Oct 20
Mucho BS, not much for facts.
Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote on 10/7/19 1:01 PM:
focused their efforts on building hybrid vehicles. Startups such as Zunum
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Some 83s came out of the factory with dual row, early ones did not.
Best way to find out for sure is to look. upper prastic chain guides
break, leading to broken timing chain and bent valves, etc. They SHOULD
have been replaced by now. The ones Q got for me were alum with
composite face.
My '81 had crank windows and a manual sunroof.
On Mon, Oct 7, 2019 at 7:09 PM Dwight Giles via Mercedes <
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> My 79 had sunroof but crank windows.
>
> Dwight Giles Jr.
> Wickford RI
>
> On Mon, Oct 7, 2019, 4:27 PM Curt Raymond via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> w
I would posit that the trim was damaged during removal last time the
windshield was replaced, hence it's absence today.
On Mon, Oct 7, 2019 at 6:41 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> In order to get the trim in the windshield will need to be removed again
> and the s
My 79 had sunroof but crank windows.
Dwight Giles Jr.
Wickford RI
On Mon, Oct 7, 2019, 4:27 PM Curt Raymond via Mercedes <
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> Not all 240Ds had crank windows. My (Dwight's) '78 had 'em, my '83 had
> electric.I wonder if electric windows and a sunroof always went tog
Needs,steelies with paint matching caps.
Dwight Giles Jr.
Wickford RI
On Mon, Oct 7, 2019, 5:02 PM Don Snook via Mercedes
wrote:
> Apparently I included one wrong pic of the car. They are the same on both
> sides.
>
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Not dangerous but challenging. I commuted 140 miles a day 2 or 3 days a
week for 4 years in my 79 240D automatic, much of it on I95 south of
Boston.
First thing is to chant "Gravity is my friend" & drive it like a bicycle. I
described mine as a great middle lane car-~75 mph. I had 2 scary uphill
In order to get the trim in the windshield will need to be removed again and
the seal replaced again. The trim is installed on the gasket before it’s
installed on the windshield
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> On Oct 7, 2019, at 1:26 PM, Donald Snook via Mercedes
> wrote:
>
> Yes. It has a new windsh
Those wheels are so wrong on so many levels.
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> On Oct 7, 2019, at 12:55 PM, Donald Snook via Mercedes
> wrote:
>
> Here are some pics (as requested) of my 123. These were taken when I picked
> it up.
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> Donald H. Snook
>
>
My father had an '83 240D, it was actually decent in my opinion. Not the
fastest car on the road, but more than adequate, as long as you weren't in a
big hurry.
--
Max Dillon
Charleston SC
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Are you trying to start Okie Acres Memphis?
You can’t assume the chain has been converted unless there are receipts or you
pull a valve cover. The 380 will be somewhat underpowered and will not get very
good mileage. You should be able to fit it but it will sit lower to the ground
Sent from m
Those pics make it more obvious.
The offset appears to be too much.
IIRC, W123s had offsets from ET28 to ET36, most around 28-30.
Looks like your 240D came with 30 offset.
Are those wheels closer to 40?
Mitch
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Need to make sure it has double row timing chain. Price is on the spot for a
#4 example. There are a few niggling issues all over, with paint, interior,
engine, and controls that will benefit with many hours of attention to details.
The car is a driver, but will take around $20k investment to
That’s the R129 as well. To this day I don’t understand why the wife still
likes that car after having both of her hips replaced. It’s a complete PITA to
get in and out of, especially of you can’t open the door to the full travel.
-D
> On Oct 7, 2019, at 5:34 PM, Clay Monroe via Mercedes
> w
The 107 is a short legged persons car. As we age, gravity begins to defeat
your ability to spring jauntily out of the driver seat. If you are an athletic
fellow in full midlife crisis mode, entering and exiting the SL is not a chore.
For an old fart out of shape guy, you want to stay in the
DO NOT SAND BLAST
the wheels are cast, soft, and have voids that will be exposed under that
intense abrasive action. Soda blasting is about as vigorous as I would
attempt. Best to completely wash and remove the old finish by hand with a
chemical stripper or sanding paper. Get it fresh and sm
Much better! Go back and ask to have your trophy upgraded to Silver.
Randy
On 07/10/2019 4:00 PM, Don Snook via Mercedes wrote:
Apparently I included one wrong pic of the car. They are the same on both
sides.
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Apparently I included one wrong pic of the car. They are the same on both
sides.
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Yes, but . . . .
I believe Curt has also commented on the age and rustiness of the
vehicle at times. I should think 85 mph should be fast enough in traffic
in a car of questionable structural integrity.
Randy
On 07/10/2019 3:33 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote:
Randy,
I believe he was dr
Randy,
I believe he was driving in Boston traffic, where that is far from the top
speed on the interstate…
-D
> On Oct 7, 2019, at 4:18 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes
> wrote:
>
> On 07/10/2019 3:16 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote:
>> I can confirm 86mph as the top speed of a 240D. Whe
It was a secret message though
--FT
On 10/7/19 3:33 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote:
You could have just sent him a private message. Two different personal
emails are in his recent message headers.
Randy
On 07/10/2019 2:22 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote:
Don, I will have a spa
Some days I was leading the pack, some days I was mid pack, some days I had to
move over into the center lane...
-Curt
On Monday, October 7, 2019, 4:19:38 PM EDT, Randy Bennell via Mercedes
wrote:
On 07/10/2019 3:16 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote:
> I can confirm 86mph as the to
$2,000 for anything that runs and drives in good cosmetic shape is a pretty
good deal these days...
-Curt
On Monday, October 7, 2019, 2:58:00 PM EDT, Dan Penoff via Mercedes
wrote:
Two grand for a solid W123 in good cosmetic shape is a deal.
-D
> On Oct 7, 2019, at 2:28 PM, Don Snoo
Not all 240Ds had crank windows. My (Dwight's) '78 had 'em, my '83 had
electric.I wonder if electric windows and a sunroof always went together, my
'83 had both, the '78 had neither.
-Curt
On Monday, October 7, 2019, 2:49:18 PM EDT, Craig via Mercedes
wrote:
On Mon, 7 Oct 2019 18:24:
I had a Mustang rental once, it'd have been 2010 or so. I'd been on the road
for 3 weeks and Angie had flown out to meet me. We were in San Francisco of all
places to get that car.My big rolling bag wouldn't fit in the trunk and the
seats didn't give ample space to get it in the back seat. So I
On 07/10/2019 3:16 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote:
I can confirm 86mph as the top speed of a 240D. When I was commuting in a
240D there was a 15 mile stretch of highway where I'd put 'er in the left lane
with my right foot on floor and leave it there at 85. No hills in that
section...
I can confirm 86mph as the top speed of a 240D. When I was commuting in a 240D
there was a 15 mile stretch of highway where I'd put 'er in the left lane with
my right foot on floor and leave it there at 85. No hills in that section...
-Curt
On Monday, October 7, 2019, 12:30:23 PM EDT, Dan-
You could have just sent him a private message. Two different personal
emails are in his recent message headers.
Randy
On 07/10/2019 2:22 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote:
Don, I will have a spare set of 14" alloy wheels from my 1983 300TD in the
next couple weeks when I swap out the t
Don, I will have a spare set of 14" alloy wheels from my 1983 300TD in the
next couple weeks when I swap out the tires. You could acquire these
wheels for a very reasonable price. Let me know privately if interested.
Andrew
On Mon, Oct 7, 2019 at 3:09 PM Mitch Haley via Mercedes <
mercedes@okie
Don, how many classics are you intent on purchasing? Leave some for the
rest of us!
On Mon, Oct 7, 2019 at 2:57 PM Dan Penoff via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> Two grand for a solid W123 in good cosmetic shape is a deal.
>
> -D
>
> > On Oct 7, 2019, at 2:28 PM, Don Snook via Mercede
OMG, you're right. He definitely bought that from a facebooker.
5 holes on the right, 5 spokes on the left, and probably none of them within
20mm of the right offset.
Mitch.
> On October 7, 2019 at 2:11 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
> wrote:
>
>
> Those wheels look different right to left?
_
The wheels do appear to be different between the left and right sides.
-D
> On Oct 7, 2019, at 1:56 PM, Donald Snook via Mercedes
> wrote:
>
> Here are some pics (as requested) of my 123. These were taken when I picked
> it up.
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> Donald H. Snook
>
>
Two grand for a solid W123 in good cosmetic shape is a deal.
-D
> On Oct 7, 2019, at 2:28 PM, Don Snook via Mercedes
> wrote:
>
> Ok you all have convinced me that a 240D isn't quite as dangerous to drive
> as I thought. So, how about pricing? I know it is very difficult to say
> without se
On Mon, 7 Oct 2019 18:24:16 + Don Snook via Mercedes
wrote:
> Ok you all have convinced me that a 240D isn't quite as dangerous to
> drive as I thought. So, how about pricing? I know it is very difficult
> to say without seeing it in person and knowing some history. But, here
> is what I do
A little gold or silver paint on the trophy and proudly put it on the mantel.
Gerry
> Now that's funny, especially the part where 123 cars took bronze or silver,
> but the 123 wasn't one of them.
> Mitch.
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On Mon, 7 Oct 2019 14:11:01 -0400 Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
wrote:
> Those wheels look different right to left?
Yes, they are different right vs. left.
It is possible the offset (ET value) of the different rims are different,
too.
You need to look at the specs for all of the different types o
That blows. The trim goes in before the windshield is put in. Oops.
Rick
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Yes. It has a new windshield an
I think that color is "Creamsicle".
Greg
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On Mon, 7 Oct 2019 09:36:43 -0400 Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
wrote:
> I used some brake cleaner as someone mentioned, it got it pretty shiny
> with some wire brushing, then I went at it with some coarse sandpaper
> and that got most of the crust off so it looked pretty good.
Like Grant said, u
On Mon, 7 Oct 2019 10:33:06 -0700 Jim Cathey via Mercedes
wrote:
> The 240D automatic we had for a short time was just about the slowest
> vehicle I've ever driven, even a bit slower than the 1960 Falcon I
> learned to drive in. It takes a different mindset, that's for sure.
>
> Our W115 200D (
Yes. It has a new windshield and no trim.
Donald H. Snook
> On Oct 7, 2019, at 1:19 PM, Jim Cathey wrote:
>
> The windshield trim is missing.
>
> -- Jim
>
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Ok you all have convinced me that a 240D isn't quite as dangerous to drive as I
thought. So, how about pricing? I know it is very difficult to say without
seeing it in person and knowing some history. But, here is what I do know.
Everything works - including the a/c. It has 221,000 miles. It
Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes writes:
> I wouldn't expect it to be rusty as the pictures are clean.
My Frontier could look that good in pictures, if I didn't show any
views of the undercarriage.
Taking the advice to look farther south is probably what I will do.
Allan
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Those wheels look different right to left?
--FT
On 10/7/19 2:05 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote:
Those wheels could drop your trophy to bronze all by themselves.
When you said 5 hole I was thinking they might be W210 offset, but I can't tell
from the pics.
Can you read the specs on a wheel?
Manila Beige. 681
Donald H. Snook
> On Oct 7, 2019, at 1:03 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote:
>
> You may have mentioned this - but is that Maple Yellow? Or better yet what
> is the color code? I like it!
>
>> On Mon, Oct 7, 2019 at 1:56 PM Donald Snook via Mercedes
>> wrote:
>> Here are som
You could always mix and match parts between the 240D and the 300D to get
the car you want --- best engine/tranny in the best body.
On Mon, Oct 7, 2019 at 12:57 PM Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> Dimitri LOVES his 240D - where is his valuable inut?
>
> On Mon, Oct
Those wheels could drop your trophy to bronze all by themselves.
When you said 5 hole I was thinking they might be W210 offset, but I can't tell
from the pics.
Can you read the specs on a wheel? What's the offset?
Mitch.
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You may have mentioned this - but is that Maple Yellow? Or better yet what
is the color code? I like it!
On Mon, Oct 7, 2019 at 1:56 PM Donald Snook via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> Here are some pics (as requested) of my 123. These were taken when I
> picked it up.
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
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Sienna interior. I owned an anthracite NA 1980 300D with that color
interior. VERY attractive!
$12,500 all day long.
On Mon, Oct 7, 2019 at 9:48 AM Curt Raymond via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> Why? Thats way more than a $2,000 car...
> -Curt
>
> On Sunday, October 6, 2019,
Dimitri LOVES his 240D - where is his valuable inut?
On Mon, Oct 7, 2019 at 1:35 PM Mitch Haley via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> A 240D can handily outrun a 80klb semi, even a 600hp semi, on a freeway
> ramp.
> The semi needs a bigger hole to merge into.
> The semis do all right.
>
Now that's funny, especially the part where 123 cars took bronze or silver, but
the 123 wasn't one of them.
Mitch.
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A 240D can handily outrun a 80klb semi, even a 600hp semi, on a freeway ramp.
The semi needs a bigger hole to merge into.
The semis do all right.
But, when drivers see a semi crawling up ahead, they know instantly that they
want to move to the left lane.
You could always use the two bottle meth
The 240D automatic we had for a short time was just about the slowest
vehicle I've ever driven, even a bit slower than the 1960 Falcon I learned to
drive in. It takes a different mindset, that's for sure.
Our W115 200D (manny) kicked its ass, and though it had _less_ horsepower
it was infinitely
> I think a 280SL (Euro) is faster than a 380. Now, swap in a 560 engine, and
> you'd have a nice car
Take a quick spin in the 240D automatic first, then the 380SL will seem great!
They're not slow, in other words, they're just not as quick as a 560. And they
take regular gas. I loved mine.
--
Later 380's had double-row chains from the factory. 1983? You can look in the
oil filler hole to see, I think. (Not easy, but possible.)
I bought my 560SL from a self-proclaimed 'old fat man'. He'd always wanted
one of these, then found he wasn't comfortable in it. You'll just have to try
it
That last picture is a four door sedan --- not nearly as cool!
On Mon, Oct 7, 2019 at 12:11 PM Dan--- via Mercedes
wrote:
> Be sure to look at the last picture.
>
>
> https://tampa.craigslist.org/hil/cto/d/tampa-1963-mercedes-benz-220se-coupe/6994524726.html
>
> -D
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I never noticed an issue getting in and out of the 450SLC, but I'm only 6
ft. and was pushing 200 at the time. The only issues I can think of is
whether the ACC works (I hated messing with the vacuum pods under the
dash), the timing chain (but you have that figured out already), and the
fact that i
What Kaleb said - you'll be a better driver. You'll learn energy
management, timing, and planning.
It makes a GREAT first car for a new driver - safest thing you could but
him/her in. No impulsive hot-rodding and showing off, very safe chassis
with decent mass, etc.
On Mon, Oct 7, 2019 at 12:12 PM
And as to other drivers, they'll deal, they'll slow down or move over. They
might talk big but thats just talk.
-Curt
On Monday, October 7, 2019, 11:57:32 AM EDT, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
wrote:
Just have to learn to drive it. It’s a totally different mindset driving one
of these.
I have driven one as a daily in the past. You just have to get used to it and
it’s fine. It makes you a much better driver because you have to plan ahead.
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> On Oct 7, 2019, at 10:43 AM, Don Snook via Mercedes
> wrote:
>
> I found an 82 240D automatic nearby with 211K mile
Be sure to look at the last picture.
https://tampa.craigslist.org/hil/cto/d/tampa-1963-mercedes-benz-220se-coupe/6994524726.html
-D
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And don’t forget to leave one of your turn signals on all the time... you could
also get a pair of the wrap-around cataract sunglasses to wear, too.
-D
> On Oct 7, 2019, at 12:52 PM, G Mann via Mercedes
> wrote:
>
> Buy it, then buy a blue hair wig, and only drive in the left lane... Ohh
> an
Correction. It’s an 82.
Donald H. Snook
> On Oct 7, 2019, at 11:48 AM, Don Snook wrote:
>
> 1983 $4200
>
> Don Snook
>
> -Original Message-
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>
Buy it, then buy a blue hair wig, and only drive in the left lane... Ohh
and some good ear plugs so you won't be bothered by all the angry honking..
you'll be good...
:)))
Plan to leave early for appointments...
On Mon, Oct 7, 2019 at 8:44 AM Don Snook via Mercedes
wrote:
> I found an 82 240D a
1983 $4200
Don Snook
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Price and year both matter.
On Mon, Oct 7, 2019 at 12:36 PM Curley McLain via Mercedes <
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The back trunk lid lspoiler looks hideous on an otherwise presentable red
car
On Mon, Oct 7, 2019 at 10:52 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes <
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>
> https://myrtlebeach.craigslist.org/ctd/d/little-river-1985-mercedes-benz-300/6993301016.html
>
> --
> --FT
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I rented one of those stupid pony cars in 1991 with a v8. (because it
was the only thing available that day.) I could not get either a small
toolbox or a 4 cyl diesel head in the trunk. (OM 615/616) I believe a
115 or 123 NA 300D could have run circles about it. It was awful. That
or frod p
You need to inform us of the PRICE and the model year to get better
feedback.
On Mon, Oct 7, 2019 at 12:36 PM Randy Bennell via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> No worse than a lot of the cars back in the 70's when pollution control
> came in etc. They were detuned to the point that the
I think we need to see photos of your car.
Randy
On 07/10/2019 10:30 AM, Donald Snook via Mercedes wrote:
I took my old $1000 123 to the car show this weekend. I came away an award
winner!
But, I did discover that everyone who entered and paid the entry fee got an
award. It did include a f
Don is a fair bit younger than you and I if I remember correctly, so he
may not mind quite so much.
I concur with you. I don't like getting in and especially out of low cars.
I mostly drive the F150 where I have to climb in and out of it and I
prefer that to essentially rolling out onto my hands
Price and year both matter.
On Mon, Oct 7, 2019 at 12:36 PM Curley McLain via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> What year? it matters.
>
> I think sitting on the pavement, and getting up from a seated position
> on the pavement will get old quick. there is very little space to get
> l
You're a winner in my book!
On Mon, Oct 7, 2019 at 12:15 PM Curley McLain via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> Marketing 101...
>
> Donald Snook via Mercedes wrote on 10/7/19 10:30 AM:
> > I took my old $1000 123 to the car show this weekend. I came away an
> award winner!
> >
> > But,
No worse than a lot of the cars back in the 70's when pollution control
came in etc. They were detuned to the point that they could hardly move.
I remember driving a Mustang II with a 4 cylinder engine as a loaner
from the dealership. A 240D would have run circles around it.
Randy
On 07/10/20
What year? it matters.
I think sitting on the pavement, and getting up from a seated position
on the pavement will get old quick. there is very little space to get
long legs in and out behind the door hinge area. #1 Daughter has had
one for years. I am not near as tall as you, and I hat
Roger,
Astral Gray was a primary body color for Mercedes in the 70s. While it might
have been the same color as the wheels, Würth refers to it a “silver wheel
paint”. At least that’s been my experience.
Switch to ceramic brake pads and your dust will be minimal.
-D
> On Oct 7, 2019, at 12:15
My former message was a bit cryptic as I was trying to compose it quickly at a
red light...
As others have stated, while the performance or lack thereof of this
configuration of the 240D is minimal, driving one configured this way merely
requires the driver to become more tactical in their driv
I'd always get irritated because the buttercups from town would drive 25
(in 45 or 55 zone) (used to be 70) outside of town, especially after
dark, then when they got to where the streetlights were in town, they'd
go 45 in a 25 zone. THey just could not comprehend driving without
street ligh
I never tried timing it to 70, but that is probably about right. A
240D was never meant to be a freeway flyer. An 87 300D or newer is
much better for that. You have to think like you are driving a truck
in the 40s-60s. We drove trucks with chevy 6 cylinder gassers. You
don't ever pass
How can that be dangerous? I am very often behind
people who take a quarter to a half of a mile to
get up to 60 when getting onto a highway. None of
them were ever driving a 240D.
Don Snook via Mercedes wrote:
I found an 82 240D automatic nearby with 211K miles. Has working a/c and good
pai
I may switch to carbon black so I don't have to fret about cleaning off the
brake dust.
;)
On Sun, Oct 6, 2019 at 4:44 PM ROGER HALE via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> Dan,
>
>I thought they used to call this Worth astral grey...or am I
> thinking of something else. The mind
Marketing 101...
Donald Snook via Mercedes wrote on 10/7/19 10:30 AM:
I took my old $1000 123 to the car show this weekend. I came away an award
winner!
But, I did discover that everyone who entered and paid the entry fee got an
award. It did include a framed photo of the car. I got a “bro
Participation trophy, snowflake!
--FT
On 10/7/19 11:30 AM, Donald Snook via Mercedes wrote:
I took my old $1000 123 to the car show this weekend. I came away an award
winner!
But, I did discover that everyone who entered and paid the entry fee got an
award. It did include a framed photo of
I'm 6'4" 185 or so and drove my buddy's 450SL and found it a bit tight,
but I fit. Was not real comfortable on a long drive. My 129 SL600 is
also pretty tight but I fit. I am guessing you would be OK but might
not want to go on a long trip.
--FT
On 10/7/19 11:56 AM, Don Snook via Mercedes
I found a triple black 380SL with 123K miles. It has soft top and hard top.
Seller claims "everything works as it should." Also says it is a one owner car
"with all paperwork and receipts." So, assuming this is all true, I think it
seems save to say the timing chain has been changed to the
Just have to learn to drive it. It’s a totally different mindset driving one of
these.
Bob R
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> On Oct 7, 2019, at 8:47 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes
> wrote:
>
> Donald,
>
> These are common issues well known issues for this car.
>
> -D
>
>> On Oct 7, 2019, at 11:44 AM,
Donald,
These are common issues well known issues for this car.
-D
> On Oct 7, 2019, at 11:44 AM, Don Snook via Mercedes
> wrote:
>
> I found an 82 240D automatic nearby with 211K miles. Has working a/c and
> good paint and interior. No rust. Everything works. But, I was looking up
> t
I found an 82 240D automatic nearby with 211K miles. Has working a/c and good
paint and interior. No rust. Everything works. But, I was looking up the
specs on it. These cars have 67 HP (yes that is right, 67 horsepower). Top
Speed 86 mph (this is a factory claim. I couldn't find anyone
I took my old $1000 123 to the car show this weekend. I came away an award
winner!
But, I did discover that everyone who entered and paid the entry fee got an
award. It did include a framed photo of the car. I got a “bronze award.”
Unfortunately there were 125 cars in the show. And 123 of
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