Re: [MBZ] If it doesn’t sell at $2500, raise price to $10k

2023-02-14 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
Oxidation adds value --FT Sent from iFōn > On Feb 14, 2023, at 10:15 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1614216018980651/?mibextid=6ojiHh > > > Sent from my iPhone > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com >

Re: [MBZ] Dimitri ps fluid

2023-02-14 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
Trim your post --FT Sent from iFōn > On Feb 14, 2023, at 10:40 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > He's out on the road buying up all available Mercedes classics selling for > under $1,00. > >> On Tue, Feb 14, 2023, 6:42 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < >> mercedes@okiebenz.com>

Re: [MBZ] MERCEDES 2012 BENZE C300 V6 AUTO LOADED EVERYTHING WORKS RUNS GREAT. - $4, 250

2023-02-14 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
Drives great but needs struts --FT Sent from iFōn > On Feb 14, 2023, at 6:59 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > PLEASE NO TEXT WILL NOT REPOSED > > https://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/cto/d/berwyn-mercedes-2012-benze-c300-v6-auto/7589485200.html >

Re: [MBZ] Dimitri ps fluid

2023-02-14 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
He's out on the road buying up all available Mercedes classics selling for under $1,00. On Tue, Feb 14, 2023, 6:42 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Where is the list moderator enforcing the trim your post rule? > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Feb 14, 2023, at

[MBZ] If it doesn’t sell at $2500, raise price to $10k

2023-02-14 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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Re: [MBZ] Minor rust around the tail lights

2023-02-14 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
Turdish but could be a fun beater --FT Sent from iFōn > On Feb 14, 2023, at 6:47 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/928879781889750/?mibextid=6ojiHh > > > Sent from my iPhone > > ___ >

Re: [MBZ] Minor rust around the tail lights

2023-02-14 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
That's a very rare color for a 450 slc. English red? On Tue, Feb 14, 2023, 6:47 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/928879781889750/?mibextid=6ojiHh > > > Sent from my iPhone > > ___ >

Re: [MBZ] A Really Nice 240D

2023-02-14 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Tue, 14 Feb 2023 17:26:16 -0800 Jim Cathey via Mercedes wrote: > > Not terribly effective, especially when the lame-o heater blower > > doesn’t do much to begin with. > > The 114/115 AC blower, separate from the heater blower, is much more > effective. It's a double-ended squirrel cage fan

Re: [MBZ] A Really Nice 240D

2023-02-14 Thread Jim Cathey via Mercedes
> Not terribly effective, especially when the lame-o heater blower doesn’t do > much to begin with. The 114/115 AC blower, separate from the heater blower, is much more effective. It's a double-ended squirrel cage fan in the recirculation path, not the little propellor fan in the fresh air path.

Re: [MBZ] A Really Nice 240D

2023-02-14 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Wed, 15 Feb 2023 00:49:23 + "dan penoff.com via Mercedes" wrote: > Having worked (outside) in that part of the world it’s tough to > describe how unpleasant that environment is. Yes, one preferred to be in the shade and my covertible top was up virtually all of the time. > Except maybe

Re: [MBZ] A Really Nice 240D

2023-02-14 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
Having worked (outside) in that part of the world it’s tough to describe how unpleasant that environment is. Except maybe at night. -D > On Feb 14, 2023, at 7:45 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Tue, 14 Feb 2023 21:48:40 + "dan penoff.com via Mercedes" > wrote: > >> Heh. Barstow.

Re: [MBZ] A Really Nice 240D

2023-02-14 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Wed, 15 Feb 2023 00:34:18 + "dan penoff.com via Mercedes" wrote: > It did. The factory AC has a knob with a green insert that you twist to > turn on the AC as I recall. Yes, that's what our W115 had. > Not terribly effective, especially when the lame-o heater blower > doesn’t do much

Re: [MBZ] A Really Nice 240D

2023-02-14 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Tue, 14 Feb 2023 21:48:40 + "dan penoff.com via Mercedes" wrote: > Heh. Barstow. “Where it got hot.” > > I believe that could qualify for the understatement of the year. > > > -D “It’s a dry heat" Glad my comment brought a smile to your face ... Craig

Re: [MBZ] A Really Nice 240D

2023-02-14 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
It did. The factory AC has a knob with a green insert that you twist to turn on the AC as I recall. Not terribly effective, especially when the lame-o heater blower doesn’t do much to begin with. -D > On Feb 14, 2023, at 5:26 PM, OK Don via Mercedes > wrote: > > I think that the later

Re: [MBZ] 2002 e320 wagon with fries sucks today

2023-02-14 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
Consider that even though I rarely drive Mrs. Dan’s W211/E320, her seating arrangement is quite different than mine mainly because of our different in height. With that in mind, I have seat/mirror/steering wheel positions programmed in the seat memory for both of us. Since she’s the primary

Re: [MBZ] A Really Nice 240D

2023-02-14 Thread Dwight Giles via Mercedes
also changed compressor On Tue, Feb 14, 2023, 6:31 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I think converting R12 to R134a kills it. > > If you have an original R12 system, keep it R12 or compatible. Do not > charge it with R134a. > > > On Tue, Feb 14, 2023, at 18:23,

[MBZ] MERCEDES 2012 BENZE C300 V6 AUTO LOADED EVERYTHING WORKS RUNS GREAT. - $4, 250

2023-02-14 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
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Re: [MBZ] 2003 E320 - 54k miles - $11,000

2023-02-14 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Relisted now for $11,500. Seller doesn't seem to get how this works https://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/cto/d/schaumburg-mercedes-very-low-miles/7589230433.html On Sun, Feb 5, 2023, at 13:37, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: > Seem to recall seeing this posted a few times over the past 6

[MBZ] OT: 2014 Maserati Ghibli . Only 49k original miles. Runs great. $25k or TRADE - $25, 000

2023-02-14 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
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[MBZ] Minor rust around the tail lights

2023-02-14 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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Re: [MBZ] Dimitri ps fluid

2023-02-14 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Where is the list moderator enforcing the trim your post rule? Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 14, 2023, at 5:31 PM, Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes > wrote: > > Huh that’s interesting. Definitely something to take into consideration. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Feb 14, 2023, at 11:44 AM,

Re: [MBZ] A Really Nice 240D

2023-02-14 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
If it’s leak free keep it r12. If having to replace compressor etc probably best to go 134. Done right 134 works fine. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 14, 2023, at 5:31 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > I think converting R12 to R134a kills it. > > If you have an original R12

Re: [MBZ] Dimitri ps fluid

2023-02-14 Thread Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes
Huh that’s interesting. Definitely something to take into consideration. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 14, 2023, at 11:44 AM, Ronald Courcy via Mercedes > wrote: > > Dimitri., I have used atf for power steering fluid, on a 87 and on a 92 > w124 > The 92 was leaking badly , the leaking

Re: [MBZ] A Really Nice 240D

2023-02-14 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I think converting R12 to R134a kills it. If you have an original R12 system, keep it R12 or compatible. Do not charge it with R134a. On Tue, Feb 14, 2023, at 18:23, Dwight Giles via Mercedes wrote: > we only have 2 working. 82 300CD not working even after 1 year of r134 > change over. > > On

Re: [MBZ] A Really Nice 240D

2023-02-14 Thread Dwight Giles via Mercedes
we only have 2 working. 82 300CD not working even after 1 year of r134 change over. On Tue, Feb 14, 2023, 5:58 PM Curt Raymond via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > It's only since 2019 when I got my 2015 Jetta TDI that we have all 3 > vehicles in the family having working AC... > >

Re: [MBZ] A Really Nice 240D

2023-02-14 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Yes it started being integrated with the 116 for sure, and I think before that in the 107. The 115 was added on after the fact with later models added at the factory, but still not originally designed into it as evidenced by the funky 2 separate blowers. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 14,

Re: [MBZ] 2002 e320 wagon with fries sucks today

2023-02-14 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
It's a matter of opinion. Stuff like this annoys me more than it impresses, but I understand that it could be convenient if you have for example two frequent drivers with very different seat setting requirements. My luck I'd grab the wrong keys and get squashed into the dash. On Tue, Feb 14,

Re: [MBZ] A Really Nice 240D

2023-02-14 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
A/C on the W123 is fully integrated, at least it was on my 83 300D (and W116 300SD, for that matter). On Tue, Feb 14, 2023, at 17:40, Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: > Although, I think even the later factory setups looked like a bit of an > afterthought by MB. The AC used the heat ducting

Re: [MBZ] A Really Nice 240D

2023-02-14 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
It's only since 2019 when I got my 2015 Jetta TDI that we have all 3 vehicles in the family having working AC... -Curt On Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at 12:36:31 PM EST, Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: On 14/02/2023 11:31 AM, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: > I have been without working

Re: [MBZ] A Really Nice 240D

2023-02-14 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
Although, I think even the later factory setups looked like a bit of an afterthought by MB. The AC used the heat ducting etc but it wasn't all that integrated with the controls and the wiring under the hood looked like a bit of an add on. Not complaining, just pointing out that the next

Re: [MBZ] A Really Nice 240D

2023-02-14 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
I think that the later years of the W115 could be purchased with factory AC. Our 1970 22D had a dealer installed AC unit when we got it, the two 1976 W115 300D's we had both had factory AC. How to tell the difference? The MB service manuals covered the factory AC, but the unit in the 220D did not

Re: [MBZ] 2002 e320 wagon with fries sucks today

2023-02-14 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
On a car like this, I would recommend buying the factory shop/repair manual(s). On Mon, Feb 13, 2023 at 10:22 PM RICK HAWKINS via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Folks, > > Well the 2002 e320 wagon with fries sucks today …. > > I drove it to the Kroger to get a dozen Valentine’s Day

Re: [MBZ] A Really Nice 240D

2023-02-14 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
On 14/02/2023 3:08 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: On Tue, 14 Feb 2023 11:04:04 -0600 Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: I think, in the W115 it was a dealer installed option so that might still be something that could be done ... Our 1972 220D/8 (a W115) came with factory-installed AC. Craig

Re: [MBZ] A Really Nice 240D

2023-02-14 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
Heh. Barstow. “Where it got hot.” I believe that could qualify for the understatement of the year. -D “It’s a dry heat" > On Feb 14, 2023, at 4:21 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Tue, 14 Feb 2023 12:31:39 -0500 Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > >> I have been without working A/C in

Re: [MBZ] A Really Nice 240D

2023-02-14 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Tue, 14 Feb 2023 12:31:39 -0500 Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: > I have been without working A/C in my primary car for many long > stretches of time. It's definitely nice to have but I've grown > accustomed to being without it as well. > > Phonenix AZ might be another matter however. The

Re: [MBZ] A Really Nice 240D

2023-02-14 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Tue, 14 Feb 2023 11:04:04 -0600 Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: > I think, in the W115 it was a dealer installed option so that might > still be something that could be done ... Our 1972 220D/8 (a W115) came with factory-installed AC. Craig ___

Re: [MBZ] 2002 e320 wagon with fries sucks today

2023-02-14 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
Good to know, I never realized the keys could sync to individual settings. Nice! -D > On Feb 14, 2023, at 7:53 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > I think you can set those keys to the preferences of the 2 users of the keys, > maybe by using each key then saving settings. One of

Re: [MBZ] A Really Nice 240D

2023-02-14 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
I bet you would. Sent from Mail for Windows From: Kaleb Striplin via MercedesSent: Tuesday, February 14, 2023 11:13 AMTo: Mercedes Discussion ListCc: Kaleb StriplinSubject: Re: [MBZ] A Really Nice 240D I would trade for a Cummins.  Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 14, 2023, at 11:58 AM, Bob Rentfro

Re: [MBZ] A Really Nice 240D

2023-02-14 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
I would trade for a Cummins. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 14, 2023, at 11:58 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > Well then get busy, busy guy. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Feb 14, 2023, at 10:51 AM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> I have a couple of manual 240Ds

Re: [MBZ] A Really Nice 240D

2023-02-14 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Well then get busy, busy guy. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 14, 2023, at 10:51 AM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > I have a couple of manual 240Ds that have about 50k less miles I need to get > cleaned up to sell. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Feb 14, 2023, at 10:28 AM, Bob

Re: [MBZ] A Really Nice 240D

2023-02-14 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
I have a couple of manual 240Ds that have about 50k less miles I need to get cleaned up to sell. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 14, 2023, at 10:28 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/cto/d/burbank-1983-mercedes-240d-white-240/7588768695.html > >

Re: [MBZ] A Really Nice 240D

2023-02-14 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
On 14/02/2023 11:31 AM, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: I have been without working A/C in my primary car for many long stretches of time. It's definitely nice to have but I've grown accustomed to being without it as well. I hear you. It hasn't worked in my old MB for a while but I generally

Re: [MBZ] A Really Nice 240D

2023-02-14 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I have been without working A/C in my primary car for many long stretches of time. It's definitely nice to have but I've grown accustomed to being without it as well. Phonenix AZ might be another matter however. On Tue, Feb 14, 2023, at 12:04, Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: > On 14/02/2023

Re: [MBZ] A Really Nice 240D

2023-02-14 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
On 14/02/2023 10:54 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: I’ve had both a manual 240D (undoubtedly more desirable) and an auto and I don’t mind the auto. I understand what it is and I drive it that way. AC is wonderful here in the hubs of hell but it’s never been a deal breaker in a vehicle

Re: [MBZ] A Really Nice 240D

2023-02-14 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
I’ve had both a manual 240D (undoubtedly more desirable) and an auto and I don’t mind the auto. I understand what it is and I drive it that way. AC is wonderful here in the hubs of hell but it’s never been a deal breaker in a vehicle that is not going to be our primary transportation. AZBob

Re: [MBZ] A Really Nice 240D

2023-02-14 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
On 14/02/2023 10:27 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/cto/d/burbank-1983-mercedes-240d-white-240/7588768695.html Love it. What would be a “call him now” price these days. AZBob No under hood photos and no mention of AC at all. I would think that is

Re: [MBZ] Dimitri ps fluid

2023-02-14 Thread Ronald Courcy via Mercedes
Dimitri., I have used atf for power steering fluid, on a 87 and on a 92 w124 The 92 was leaking badly , the leaking stopped while I was waiting for the proper fluid to arrive. I am leary about putting the correct fluid in. From: Mercedes on behalf of

[MBZ] A Really Nice 240D

2023-02-14 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/cto/d/burbank-1983-mercedes-240d-white-240/7588768695.html Love it. What would be a “call him now” price these days. AZBob Sent from my iPad ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

[MBZ] Cheap ML

2023-02-14 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
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[MBZ] 49kmi realtor spec with pink filter -- 2005 Mercedes-Benz 320, $12, 500

2023-02-14 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
MaryKay wannabe https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1560049217733840 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] need and left mirror and conductor plate other then that runs find 1999 Mercedes-Benz e-class, $1, 500

2023-02-14 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
E320 4matic wagon looks decent, $1200 might be more realistic https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/651580643636407 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options

Re: [MBZ] 2002 e320 wagon with fries sucks today

2023-02-14 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
I think you can set those keys to the preferences of the 2 users of the keys, maybe by using each key then saving settings. One of those links I sent yesterday had the manual online. I can dig into my manual in the wagon tomorrow or later today. —FT Sent from my iPad > On Feb 13, 2023, at

Re: [MBZ] 2002 e320 wagon with fries sucks today

2023-02-14 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
I might suggest that your main battery might be getting weak. And yes it would probably be beneficial to run a diagnostic procedure on the car —FT Sent from my iPad > On Feb 13, 2023, at 11:22 PM, RICK HAWKINS via Mercedes > wrote: > > Folks, > > Well the 2002 e320 wagon with fries sucks