[MBZ] Those Slow Old 380 engine cars

was a slowpoke. A well cared for 380SL could be a great "buy". Check that the top storage area is not rusty. As for "fast", among the older cars the 1979 450 SEL was a real blast to drive. Horrible gas mileage but fun on the freeways. Cheers Bill Aston Fort Lauderd

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 4, Issue 163

,Lexii, and the others don't show much better than my old gold coupe. Bill Aston Fort Lauderdale - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Wednesday, March 22, 2006 1:22 PM Subject: Mercedes Digest, Vol 4, Issue 163 Send Merc

[MBZ] non-MB OT BOATS

2000RPM. They run around $3500 rebuilt in South Florida. Bill Aston Fort Lauderdale -- next part -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.385 / Virus Database: 268.2.3/281 - Release Date: 3/14/2006

[MBZ] Mechanical Fuel Injection system

Don't knock those early mechanical fuel injection systems. My 1983 V-8 ga= sser 380 SEC has the CIS system and has given faultless service,,,dare I = say it...since its birth, 97K miles ago. Cheers Bill Aston Fort Lauderdale -- next part -- No virus found in

[MBZ] Coupes and Wood Type

FWIW I had a 1979 280C--gasoline--that had Burl wood trim. Very attractive. My 1983-380SEC likewise has the burl wood trim. Cap'n Bill Fort Lauderdale -- next part -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.375 / Virus Database: 267

[MBZ] Interesting Benz Sighting 35/450Sl

I do not know the real reason for all this fussing about. Quite possible it was an emissions problem. Bill Aston Fort Lauderdale -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.371 / Virus Database: 267.14.1/206 - Release Date: 12/16/2005

[MBZ] 1991 350 SDL

these jewels fail ?Always learning ! Bill Aston Fort Lauderdale 1983 380 SEC -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.362 / Virus Database: 267.13.10/190 - Release Date: 12/1/2005

[MBZ] 1991 350SDL

ownwith a new Mercedes engine. Bill Aston Fort Lauderdale 1983 380 SEC -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.362 / Virus Database: 267.13.10/189 - Release Date: 11/30/2005

[MBZ] E300 3305Km

One doesn't have to know much about cars--any make--to say that this must be an exceptional thing. Exceptional because of the splendid mechanical care it is had or exceptional because it is ready to fall ALL apart. In the Old Days MBUSA might feature it in their GHQ monthly magazine. --

[MBZ] Re 1985 300D

Some such cars are worth every penny of $3000, some are worth a only a couple hundred bucks You'All know that. CONDITION and RECORDs will determine the sale price. Speaking as a former dealer my experience is that an exceptionally clean car with around 125K and a functioning a/c would be

[MBZ] 126 Fuses

it helpful to Secure the a/c after you stop the car-ALWAYS. That way you are ready to start with it OFF. Saves frustration and fuses. Cheers! Bill Aston Fort Lauderdale ( and in the dark from WILMA 1983 380 SEC -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition

[MBZ] Leaves -126 Gutter

Might get some chicken wire, cut to fit, spray dead black. -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.344 / Virus Database: 267.12.4/143 - Release Date: 10/19/2005

[MBZ] South Florida Dealer prices

dealer parts man smiled broadly and charged her $22.00 plus tax . My record stands. Have not visited a local MB dealer in 12 years because of such actions. Cheers Bill Aston 1983 380 SEC -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.344 / Virus

[MBZ] MB Oil Pressure and Speedomoeter

You need to remove the instrument cluster and take a look at the mechanical gears and slip rings that are part of the speedo design. Some small bit or piece has worn out or the friction has changed on the sliprings and steel shafts. Take the speedo to a local speedometer shop. If they are hal

[MBZ] Gas Prices---When to Buy Gas

Here is South Florida the distributors decide on Tuesday what the price will be for the following week. The new prices (up or down) are posted in time for morning sales Wednesday morning. Bill Aston 1983 380 SEC -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus

[MBZ] Fuel Experiments

material. Cheers Bill Aston -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.338 / Virus Database: 267.10.12/77 - Release Date: 8/18/2005

[MBZ] Replacement Ignition "Tumbler"

itten instructions and it is almost a breeze. Do it now. Good Luck. Bill Aston Fort Lauderdale -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.338 / Virus Database: 267.10.12/75 - Release Date: 8/17/2005

[MBZ] Is this for real

Quite aside from the artful calculations of potential fuel money saved, I recommend that you keep the dear wife on the bike for as long as possible. It is just damn good for the soul for you to see her gettin' out and about in such a healthy manner! Congratulations. Bill Aston

[MBZ] Odometer Problems

Dan, I've been into the inner workings of a few 123 instrument panels circa 1980 and have never seen anything except rudimentary electrics for lighting and mechanical gear stuff for the odometer. Cheers Bill -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version:

[MBZ] Cost of a Paint Job

excellent. Plan on " pretty darn good." That can satisfy most of us. It is often much better than what the guy next door has. Cheers Bill Aston Fort Lauderdale 1983 380SEC -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.338 / Virus Database: 2

[MBZ] Cost of a Paint Job

up here". If you locate a good one, plan to send him a birthday card, Christmas cigars, case of beer....fading fast. Cheers ! Bill Aston Fort Lauderdale -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.338 / Virus Database: 267.10.2/65 - Release Date: 8/7/2005

Re: [MBZ] Cleaning Glass

I've always used the cheap way: weak ammonia mixture with tap water. Good for glass top tables, too. Use yesterday's newspaper to rub and dry. Bill Aston 33 yrs in USN! -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.338 / Virus Database:

[MBZ] 1983 380 SEC Ignition Key Getting Loose

cement ? Can a simple person do it or do I need a locksmith? Marshal ? Thanks. Have a Great 4th of July. Cheers Bill Aston Fort Lauderdale 1983 380 SEC -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.323 / Virus Database: 267.8.7/34 - Release Date: 6/29/2005

[MBZ] There's One Boirn Every Minute...123 Wago\on

far above average of the stuff in your local car lot. Cheers! Bill Aston Fort Lauderdale 1983 380SEC -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.323 / Virus Database: 267.8.1/28 - Release Date: 6/24/2005

Re: [MBZ] Gerry Reynolds unsubscribe

Kalib-- Please excuse my inability to pierce your security. I've tried to get switched to the digest mode but have repeatedly failed to "get there from here." Please put me onto the DIGEST mode when/if you have the time. Cheers Bill Aston Fort Lauderdale (if unable, please