Re: [MBZ] MB parts cyber attack

On Thu, 20 Jun 2024 21:58:31 -0400 Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: > Reading between the lines that doesn’t sound too convincing I have had dealings with the dealer, but not recently and don't expect to in the near future. Craig > --FT > Sent from iFōn > > > On Jun 20, 2024, at 7:38 P

Re: [MBZ] He Has the Passport for this Car

Took my pregnant, water broke wife (first one) to the hospital at 3 am in a 1966 VW1300. Strangely, I have no memory of the journey, only the setting off and the arriving. Weird. Fred. On Thu, Jun 20, 2024 at 5:54 PM Bob Rentfro via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > When we moved here in

[MBZ] 2003 C240 Mechanic Special

Extra 2 in the price, if you're not going to actually say what's wrong with it. https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/cto/d/chicago-mercedes-mechanic-special/7758924580.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To U

[MBZ] 1995 S500 coupe - 133k miles - $6,500

Only 888 were made so you can overlook the laundry list of issues. The wheels are cool, I must admit. https://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/d/cape-girardeau-1995-s500-coupe-mercedes/7758924966.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.o

Re: [MBZ] Somebody needs this

Yes Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 20, 2024, at 9:50 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > I should at least go look at it > > --FT > Sent from iFōn > >> On Jun 20, 2024, at 10:41 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> Yes CD >> >> Sent from my iPhone >> On Jun 2

Re: [MBZ] Somebody needs this

I should at least go look at it --FT Sent from iFōn > On Jun 20, 2024, at 10:41 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > Yes CD > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Jun 20, 2024, at 9:20 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> Is that the CD? I’ve never seen that car and don’

Re: [MBZ] Somebody needs this

Yes CD Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 20, 2024, at 9:20 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > Is that the CD? I’ve never seen that car and don’t know the guy > > --FT > Sent from iFōn > >> On Jun 20, 2024, at 8:23 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> https://www.face

Re: [MBZ] 1983 300SD

He forgot to mention THIS IS THE MILLION MILE ENGINE --FT Sent from iFōn > On Jun 20, 2024, at 2:02 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > Not bad for the miles if true. > > "Tach needle is not working" > > Very typical. They work when they want to. > > Color scheme is pretty unexciti

Re: [MBZ] Somebody needs this

Is that the CD? I’ve never seen that car and don’t know the guy --FT Sent from iFōn > On Jun 20, 2024, at 8:23 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://www.facebook.com/share/p/yx9yjsBcpZVzMTLv/?mibextid=79PoIi > > Sent from my iPhone > > ___

Re: [MBZ] MB parts cyber attack

Reading between the lines that doesn’t sound too convincing --FT Sent from iFōn > On Jun 20, 2024, at 7:38 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Thu, 20 Jun 2024 18:15:03 -0500 Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > >> Heck this was even a news story on the local news, interviewing dealers >

Re: [MBZ] 1983 300SD

Probably because of the attractive color combination and the visible dings. On Thu, Jun 20, 2024 at 4:24 PM Bob Rentfro via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Again, good thing it’s 5.5 hours away. > > AZBob > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Jun 20, 2024, at 12:12 PM, dan penoff.com via Me

[MBZ] Somebody needs this

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Re: [MBZ] MB parts cyber attack

On Thu, 20 Jun 2024 18:15:03 -0500 Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: > Heck this was even a news story on the local news, interviewing dealers > in the area. It’s a big deal for sure but these dealers can do a car > deal the old fashioned way. Problem is many of the sales people and > managers n

Re: [MBZ] MB parts cyber attack

Heck this was even a news story on the local news, interviewing dealers in the area. It’s a big deal for sure but these dealers can do a car deal the old fashioned way. Problem is many of the sales people and managers now days have no idea how to do it with all the software they are used to usin

Re: [MBZ] MB parts cyber attack

Or for sure. Looking back in the past it’s how crazy how non secured data used to be in auto industry with every vendor under the sun having full access to dealers data with no security protocols at all. Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 20, 2024, at 4:54 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote:

Re: [MBZ] He Has the Passport for this Car

When we moved here in February of 1982, we were a single car family: a 1977 Malibu. I started working instantly (2300hrs to 0700hrs shift at a Circle K). As I searched for a better gig, Mrs. Bob nailed down a job as a hostess at a Bob’s Big Boy. Suddenly, we needed two vehicles. I bought a ‘68 B

Re: [MBZ] MB parts cyber attack

I wasn’t suggesting you say anything negative, just that if you’re going to try and flip someone based on their existing supplier’s weaknesses, you better have something better to offer. -D > On Jun 20, 2024, at 2:49 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > Well in this business I would

Re: [MBZ] MB parts cyber attack

Well in this business I would never bad mouth a competitor because the same thing could happen to us. We have had our fair share of issues with system outages lasting entire days, or outages lasting anywhere from a few minutes to a few hours back to back days. Bit fun at all when dealers are try

Re: [MBZ] MB parts cyber attack

Exactly. But - you better have a good case to make for yourselves as far as cyber security goes if you’re going to use this as an opportunity to recruit new customers. “We’re more secure because…" -D > On Jun 20, 2024, at 2:43 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > We just got off a ca

Re: [MBZ] He Has the Passport for this Car

Requirement in my family that your first car had to be a Beetle. Unfortunately (?) for me, there weren’t any decent ones around when the time came and my Dad got a nice deal on a 1970 2-door Maverick that was a total stripper. “Three on the tree,” heater and AM radio, which of course I dealt wit

Re: [MBZ] MB parts cyber attack

We just got off a call with the entire Vehicle Solutions division about this. CDK is a major competitor to us and basically we feel bad for the customers, and we should not bad mouth them but it can be an opportunity to tactically sell. Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 20, 2024, at 2:32 PM, Floyd

Re: [MBZ] He Has the Passport for this Car

My first car was a Beetle. Bought it at age 16, probably overpaid but I loved them at the time. I really liked the simplicity of it, but yeah, heat was very minimal. Enough to keep the frost off the windshield if everything was working perfectly, otherwise you kept a scraper handy. On Thu, Jun

Re: [MBZ] He Has the Passport for this Car

I keep seeing a guy drive by my house every day in a classic orange Beetle convertible, likely a 1969 or 1968 from the looks of it. Beautiful car, makes that lovely “ping-ping-ping” sound when it’s timed just right. Someone down the street had a Beetle for sale recently. It was a little beat, b

Re: [MBZ] Was driven into storage bldg where it sat for several years 1981 Mercedes-Benz 380sl, $3, 600

You don’t know how many little hoses there are in that fuel injection system, do you? Every one of them likely needs replacement. And of course, you have all the special tools to measure duty cycle, etc., etc.? Avoid. As if your hair was on fire. -D > On Jun 20, 2024, at 12:36 PM, Floyd Thursb

Re: [MBZ] 1983 300SD

Again, good thing it’s 5.5 hours away. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 20, 2024, at 12:12 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > That is a STEAL if the condition and mileage check out. Even with the wear > and tear on the car it’s still a really nice example for the model year and

Re: [MBZ] He Has the Passport for this Car

Quite a fetching combination... I don't consider the ask too bad considering its 51 years old. Price a 1973 VW Beetle or, more excitingly a 1973 VW Thing. -Curt On Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 01:14:51 PM EDT, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: https://lasvegas.craigslist.org/cto/d/las-vega

[MBZ] car is in Dubai as I just recently moved to Florida. 2005 Mercedes-Benz slr mclaren Coupe 2D, $520, 000

Wiring a deposit now https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1019364079853868 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/lis

[MBZ] car does need some work - possible head gasket - 1981 Mercedes380sl multiple show winner, $3, 500

Car does look really nice, Euro headlights.  Didn't these engines have chain issues?  This could be a really good deal. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1424838308169878/ -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okieben

[MBZ] Was driven into storage bldg where it sat for several years 1981 Mercedes-Benz 380sl, $3, 600

This looks pretty nice for the price and I bet he is willing to deal with a Benz Afficianado if Mama is telling him to clear it out. Might not take a lot to get it purring? All new Gas tank, fuel pump, vacuum switches, cold start switch, etc. spark plugs and wires, Distributor cap, runs but no

Re: [MBZ] engine light is on due to the worn gas cap. 2009 Mercedes-Benz s-class S 550 Sedan 4D, $6, 000

Oops mean to reply to the message about the guy who tried to jump-start the car through the cigarette lighter. On Thu, Jun 20, 2024, at 15:29, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: > all of the air attics work > > On Thu, Jun 20, 2024, at 15:09, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: >> So, like $10 at the

Re: [MBZ] MB parts cyber attack

Yeah that article said it was a ransomware attack that could likely spread to other connected devices as well -- computers, phones, etc. that are used to access the system.  And it said some devices were back up and running but I doubt if that does much good if the main database has been corrup

Re: [MBZ] engine light is on due to the worn gas cap. 2009 Mercedes-Benz s-class S 550 Sedan 4D, $6, 000

all of the air attics work On Thu, Jun 20, 2024, at 15:09, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: > So, like $10 at the auto parts store?  And they can clear the code for > you too.  208kmi, that's a lot > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/483783747513691/ > > -- > --FT > __

Re: [MBZ] MB parts cyber attack

I’m guessing ransomware and someone got their clock cleaned. The “tell” here in my opinion is that they shut down their hot sites (data centers) and went completely offline. That and having the open VPN is troubling, but not difficult to secure fairly well. It’s really more of a threat for the

Re: [MBZ] 1983 300SD

That is a STEAL if the condition and mileage check out. Even with the wear and tear on the car it’s still a really nice example for the model year and miles. I’m wondering why it’s been up for 13 days. Of all the MBs I’ve owned over the years, the 300SD is pretty much the pinnacle of cars, espe

[MBZ] engine light is on due to the worn gas cap. 2009 Mercedes-Benz s-class S 550 Sedan 4D, $6, 000

So, like $10 at the auto parts store?  And they can clear the code for you too.  208kmi, that's a lot https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/483783747513691/ -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

[MBZ] You are looking at a older Ladies car 1998 Mercedes-Benz c230, $4, 900

This actually looks really nice and I like the color https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/387047737681446/ -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http

[MBZ] he decided to use his jump box that you can plug into the cigarette lighter. 2005 Mercedes-Benz s-class S 500 Sedan 4D, $2, 300

Bricked.  One extra digit in the price although it does look fairly nice, unfortunately. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/452280050760499/ -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe o

[MBZ] Active body controll light is "ON" 2001 Mercedes-Benz cl-class CL 500 Coupe 2D

HM I wonder why.  Toniann has some unrealistic expectations TRADE for Honda CRZ, VW GTI, HONDA DEL SOL OR TOYOTA PICKUP. All trades come to me. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/455114157473679/ -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search lis

Re: [MBZ] MB parts cyber attack

Ford also does this. Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 20, 2024, at 1:17 PM, Allan Streib wrote: > > Now consider that Tesla can push software updates to your car without your > knowledge or approval. Probably other automakers also have or are working on > this capability. So when their interna

Re: [MBZ] MB parts cyber attack

Wow. Someone must’ve gotten a really bad deal and got verry very upset. Yeah it was CDK the guy mentioned. I guess it takes awhile to restore backups unless they’ve been corrupted too. I wonder what the ransom # is. --FT Sent from iFōn > On Jun 20, 2024, at 2:02 PM, dan penoff.com via

Re: [MBZ] MB parts cyber attack

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/cdk-global-cyberattack-impacts-thousands-of-us-car-dealerships/ On Thu, Jun 20, 2024, at 14:10, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: > CDK global is completely down which includes DMS (accounting, parts, > service, sales), eleads CRM etc. it’s really b

Re: [MBZ] MB parts cyber attack

Now consider that Tesla can push software updates to your car without your knowledge or approval. Probably other automakers also have or are working on this capability. So when their internal network gets compromised, potentially everybody's car can then be bricked. On Thu, Jun 20, 2024, at 14:

Re: [MBZ] MB parts cyber attack

CDK global is completely down which includes DMS (accounting, parts, service, sales), eleads CRM etc. it’s really bad. Sent from my iPhone > On Jun 20, 2024, at 12:11 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > I wanted to get an axle seal that I should have ordered before but didn’t so

Re: [MBZ] MB parts cyber attack

Get ready for a "we take security very seriously" email, and an offer for free credit monitoring. On Thu, Jun 20, 2024, at 14:01, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: > Whole system is down. Was just at my local Maybach, uh, I mean MB > dealer and they said the whole system is down cross-country.

Re: [MBZ] 1983 300SD

Not bad for the miles if true. "Tach needle is not working" Very typical. They work when they want to. Color scheme is pretty unexciting. On Thu, Jun 20, 2024, at 13:30, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: > https://sandiego.craigslist.org/ssd/cto/d/chula-vista-mercedes-benz-300-sd/7754907531.html

Re: [MBZ] He Has the Passport for this Car

W114/115 had factory air. -D > On Jun 20, 2024, at 10:58 AM, Allan Streib wrote: > > If it had AC would it be a dealer add-on under-dash unit? I don't see that > but the photos don't really give a clear view. Or were they integrating AC by > 1973? > > I normally like black cars but I don't

Re: [MBZ] MB parts cyber attack

Whole system is down. Was just at my local Maybach, uh, I mean MB dealer and they said the whole system is down cross-country. -D > On Jun 20, 2024, at 10:11 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > I wanted to get an axle seal that I should have ordered before but didn’t so > I call

Re: [MBZ] He Has the Passport for this Car

If it had AC would it be a dealer add-on under-dash unit? I don't see that but the photos don't really give a clear view. Or were they integrating AC by 1973? I normally like black cars but I don't care for the black with the blood red interior. Looks like Count Dracula's coffin. On Thu, Jun 2

[MBZ] 1983 300SD

https://sandiego.craigslist.org/ssd/cto/d/chula-vista-mercedes-benz-300-sd/7754907531.html Not crazy. AZBob ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okieb

[MBZ] The Last Real Mercedes

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Re: [MBZ] Black Cars are Speaking to Me Today

100% AZBob From: Mercedes on behalf of dan penoff.com via Mercedes Sent: Thursday, June 20, 2024 10:20 AM To: Okie Benz Cc: dan penoff.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Black Cars are Speaking to Me Today Very nice, not an unrealistic ask based on my experience. Fate i

Re: [MBZ] He Has the Passport for this Car

I'd be willing to invoke a special dispensation on the no black car rule on this since it would not be a daily driver. It's probably a good thing it is up in Lost Wages. AZBob From: Mercedes on behalf of dan penoff.com via Mercedes Sent: Thursday, June 20, 2024

Re: [MBZ] Black Cars are Speaking to Me Today

Very nice, not an unrealistic ask based on my experience. Fate is teasing you with black cars. -D > On Jun 20, 2024, at 10:18 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lgb/cto/d/signal-hill-1984-mercedes-300d/7758633824.html > > What a beauty. > > AZBob >

Re: [MBZ] He Has the Passport for this Car

Looks nice --FT Sent from iFōn > On Jun 20, 2024, at 1:14 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://lasvegas.craigslist.org/cto/d/las-vegas-1973-mercedes-benz-220/7758564720.html > > I'd look at this if I was in Vegas. I don't recall ever seeing a black one. > This black surely isn't

Re: [MBZ] He Has the Passport for this Car

That’s sweet. Needs pics of the engine compartment and trunk with the rubber mat lifted up to check for corrosion. I don’t know these that well, but comparing to something like a finnie in comparable condition, I don’t think his ask is too outrageous. I think $7500 would be a solid price, but if

[MBZ] Black Cars are Speaking to Me Today

https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lgb/cto/d/signal-hill-1984-mercedes-300d/7758633824.html What a beauty. AZBob ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.

[MBZ] He Has the Passport for this Car

https://lasvegas.craigslist.org/cto/d/las-vegas-1973-mercedes-benz-220/7758564720.html I'd look at this if I was in Vegas. I don't recall ever seeing a black one. This black surely isn't 040 is it? The ask is mind numbing but these are becoming scarce, so I had best get used to it. AZBob ___

[MBZ] MB parts cyber attack

I wanted to get an axle seal that I should have ordered before but didn’t so I called the local stealer yesterday and just now. Their parts computer is down apparently due to some kind of targeted hack on the company that provides the servers or something. Appears maybe yo just be this stealer a

Re: [MBZ] 2007 Sprinter 2500 van - $5,900

Mech can get a title with proof of lien or maybe the customer signed it over --FT Sent from iFōn > On Jun 20, 2024, at 10:14 AM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > Sounds like a mechanic's lien sale to get a repair bill paid. Wonder how > that complicates getting a title? > > https://co

Re: [MBZ] Nice looking W126 300SD

Does your '85 300SD still have the OM617? On Thu, Jun 20, 2024, at 10:51, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: > My bad. This car is "orient red". Cabernet red is more like maroon, with > a hint of brown... > > On Thu, Jun 20, 2024 at 10:41 AM Andrew Strasfogel > wrote: > >> Try finding one in

Re: [MBZ] 2007 Sprinter 2500 van - $5,900

Offer the owner $500 to sign over the title. On Thu, Jun 20, 2024 at 10:14 AM Allan Streib via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Sounds like a mechanic's lien sale to get a repair bill paid. Wonder how > that complicates getting a title? > > > https://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/d/grove-

Re: [MBZ] Nice looking W126 300SD

My bad. This car is "orient red". Cabernet red is more like maroon, with a hint of brown... On Thu, Jun 20, 2024 at 10:41 AM Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > Try finding one in that condition at any price. These are rusting away > rapidly. > > My '85 300SD has the same exterior color (cabernet red)

Re: [MBZ] My keyboard has no punctuation characters - 1985 380 SL - 128k miles - $6, 500

I like it. Smoke silver?? On Thu, Jun 20, 2024 at 8:02 AM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Need more adderall not Not rear and front Front only > > —FT > > Sent from my iPad > > > On Jun 19, 2024, at 11:39 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> w

Re: [MBZ] Nice looking W126 300SD

Try finding one in that condition at any price. These are rusting away rapidly. My '85 300SD has the same exterior color (cabernet red), with a parchment ("champignon") interior. A top 10 combination. On Thu, Jun 20, 2024 at 7:58 AM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrot

Re: [MBZ] I have been restoring and not much left to do - 1995 SL500

If it runs/drives/stops and passes inspection that's not a bad price. On Thu, Jun 20, 2024 at 7:57 AM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Welcome to my fantasy world as I take you on a restoration journey of AC > stickers and headrests > > —FT > > Sent from my iPad >

[MBZ] 2007 Sprinter 2500 van - $5,900

Sounds like a mechanic's lien sale to get a repair bill paid. Wonder how that complicates getting a title? https://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/d/grove-city-dodge-cargo-van-sprinter/7758681252.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.

Re: [MBZ] My keyboard has no punctuation characters - 1985 380 SL - 128k miles - $6, 500

Need more adderall not Not rear and front Front only —FT Sent from my iPad > On Jun 19, 2024, at 11:39 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > Also I capitialze Words at random > > https://mansfield.craigslist.org/cto/d/mansfield-for-sale-1985-mercedes-benz/7758616212.html > ___

Re: [MBZ] Nice looking W126 300SD

Nice color combination. Ambitious pricing —FT Sent from my iPad > On Jun 19, 2024, at 11:43 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > Cheep Walmart house brand tires though. > > https://fortwayne.craigslist.org/cto/d/hamilton-1983-mercedes-benz-300sd/7758417322.html >

Re: [MBZ] I have been restoring and not much left to do - 1995 SL500

Welcome to my fantasy world as I take you on a restoration journey of AC stickers and headrests —FT Sent from my iPad > On Jun 19, 2024, at 11:44 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > Some might disagree. > > https://nashville.craigslist.org/cto/d/nashville-sl/7758515716.html > __