Re: [MBZ] Spotted at copart while I wait

2018-02-09 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
A forklift? Or a hot young babe? Don Snook -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplin [mailto:ka...@striplin.net] Sent: Friday, February 09, 2018 1:11 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Spotted at copart while I wait This is quite entertaining. There is a hot young ba

Re: [MBZ] Copart

2018-02-09 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
I sure hope they don't. I can't remember, what did you buy? Donald H. Snook -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplin [mailto:ka...@striplin.net] Sent: Friday, February 9, 2018 12:56 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] Copart So I am at copart getting ready to pick up thi

[MBZ] Links might work or might not

2018-02-09 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
There are a few cheap MB projects for sale. But, they are listed on Facebook. 76 300D. Seller says needs headgaskets. Looks pretty clean. Silver over navy. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/279653922559957 This one is confusing. Says "solid condition" AND "Does not run" 82 240D

Re: [MBZ] empty bottles free bonus

2018-02-09 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
No. It’s a Range Rover. Don Snook -Original Message- From: Floyd Thursby [mailto:buggeredbenzm...@gmail.com] Sent: Friday, February 9, 2018 9:46 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] empty bottles free bonus Is tha a G in back? https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/nice-c

Re: [MBZ] empty bottles free bonus

2018-02-09 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
How do people wear out driver's seats this bad? The seat in my 18 year old BMW with 240,000 mile looks pristine compared to this. Donald H. Snook -Original Message- From: Floyd Thursby [mailto:buggeredbenzm...@gmail.com] Sent: Friday, February 9, 2018 9:46 AM To: Mercedes Discussi

Re: [MBZ] 84 500SEL

2018-02-09 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
n, simple and ran 1995 E300D - Gave her life to save me against a Dame in a SUV POS 1987 SDL - Beware Nigerian Scammers > On Feb 8, 2018, at 6:52 AM, Donald Snook via Mercedes > wrote: > > Second ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To sear

Re: [MBZ] 84 500SEL

2018-02-08 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
4th -Original Message- From: Andrew Strasfogel [mailto:astrasfo...@gmail.com] Sent: Wednesday, February 7, 2018 2:21 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Donald Snook Subject: Re: [MBZ] 84 500SEL Link? On Wed, Feb 7, 2018 at 3:16 PM, Donald Snook via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.

Re: [MBZ] 84 500SEL

2018-02-08 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
3rd -Original Message- From: Andrew Strasfogel [mailto:astrasfo...@gmail.com] Sent: Wednesday, February 7, 2018 2:21 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Donald Snook Subject: Re: [MBZ] 84 500SEL Link? On Wed, Feb 7, 2018 at 3:16 PM, Donald Snook via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.

Re: [MBZ] 84 500SEL

2018-02-08 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Second -Original Message- From: Andrew Strasfogel [mailto:astrasfo...@gmail.com] Sent: Wednesday, February 7, 2018 2:21 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Donald Snook Subject: Re: [MBZ] 84 500SEL Link? On Wed, Feb 7, 2018 at 3:16 PM, Donald Snook via Mercedes < merce

Re: [MBZ] 84 500SEL

2018-02-08 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
First Pic Don Snook -Original Message- From: Andrew Strasfogel [mailto:astrasfo...@gmail.com] Sent: Wednesday, February 7, 2018 2:21 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Donald Snook Subject: Re: [MBZ] 84 500SEL Link? On Wed, Feb 7, 2018 at 3:16 PM, Donald Snook via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] 84 500SEL

2018-02-08 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
sador. It was hard to pass up, Even for being a gasser. 500SEL would make a great car to transform into a 300SDL with SLS! I have the drive train if ya wanna do that! > Donald Snook via Mercedes <mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com> February 7, > 2018 at 2:16 PM What's the story wit

Re: [MBZ] 84 500SEL

2018-02-08 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
It was on the facebook marketplace. I can't figure out how to forward a link. Don Snook -Original Message- From: Andrew Strasfogel [mailto:astrasfo...@gmail.com] Sent: Wednesday, February 7, 2018 2:21 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Donald Snook Subject: Re: [MBZ] 84 5

[MBZ] 84 500SEL

2018-02-07 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
What's the story with the 500SEL? There is one for sale in Wichita. Its not a 560. Owner claims it only has 98,000 miles. But, I am not familiar with this model. Donald H. Snook ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/

[MBZ] High mileage 300D

2018-02-07 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Saw this picture in a car group. 863K Miles! Donald H. Snook ___ 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/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Holy smokes

2018-02-07 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Engine caught fire with 35,000 miles? How does that happen to a diesel (other than Mrs. Okie Boy)? Donald H. Snook -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplin [mailto:ka...@striplin.net] Sent: Monday, February 05, 2018 8:17 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] Holy smokes

Re: [MBZ] OT saw a car that I wanted at lunchtime and it was not even an MB

2018-02-07 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
I'm with you. I actually like the Crown Vic. AND the Impala SS is definitely on my bucket list. Donald H. Snook -Original Message- From: Randy Bennell [mailto:rbenn...@bennell.ca] Sent: Monday, February 05, 2018 5:05 PM To: Floyd Thursby via Mercedes Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT saw a

Re: [MBZ] The car runs and drives, but is a total pain in the ass

2018-02-07 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
That poor car. It has been abused. Donald H. Snook -Original Message- From: Floyd Thursby [mailto:buggeredbenzm...@gmail.com] Sent: Monday, February 05, 2018 4:36 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] The car runs and drives, but is a total pain in the ass Stop me. h

Re: [MBZ] I’m in love

2018-02-05 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
It is nice. Needs a Martha treatment. But, with these the important question is whether the rods have been addressed OR it has had a replacement engine right? I thought the conventional wisdom was these will ALL bend the rods eventually. Is that right? Donald H. Snook -Original M

Re: [MBZ] Game with the unmentionable name

2018-02-05 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
I watched the game at a friends house. We had a small party. I enjoy the game and its also about hanging out with friends for a few hours. I thought it was a great game. Especially because the patriots lost. I'm a football fan, but it does not mean I endorse everything the NFL does. Don

Re: [MBZ] I May Buy This...

2018-02-02 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
There are several examples of V8s and V6s that represent extremely durable and reliable engines. The GM 350 (rocket) that was used for decades was/is an extremely durable engine -- especially considering the technology at the time. The GM 3800 v6 is (in my opinion) one of the best engines ev

Re: [MBZ] Facelift 210 wagon

2018-02-01 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Wow. That looks pretty nice. I wish the pictures were better. So, what are the problems on these? Don Snook -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplin [mailto:ka...@striplin.net] Sent: Wednesday, January 31, 2018 6:30 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] Facelift 210 wagon 2

[MBZ] 123 Wagon

2018-02-01 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
It has 313K Miles. Not a lot of detail. Its cheap! But, could be nice. Too bad I'm not in Ohio. https://akroncanton.craigslist.org/cto/d/1984-mercedes-diesel-wagon/6475054540.html Don Snook ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okie

Re: [MBZ] crazy prices for service at the stealer

2018-01-31 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Speaking of check lists and rip offs. I saw this recent report on Jiffy Lube. This doesn't look good for them! https://www.cheatsheet.com/money-career/how-jiffy-lube-got-a-reputation-for-ripping-off-people.html/?a=viewall Don Snook -Original Message- From: Curley McLain [mailto:126

Re: [MBZ] How much for a 560 SEL?

2018-01-31 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Wow. That is NICE! I had an 82 280 It was a Euro car. I liked the power of the M110 but it seemed to really like GAS. I thought it got lousy mileage. But, this is a great looking car! Don Snook -Original Message- From: OK Don [mailto:okd...@gmail.com] Sent: Monday, January 29, 2

[MBZ] Thoughts on 2000 C230 Kompressor

2018-01-31 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
I don't know enough about these newer cars. I found one on craigslist with 131,000 miles. Are these any good? Do they have nightmare issues? Don Snook ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or ch

Re: [MBZ] euro wagon

2018-01-29 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
No a/c. Ugh. Don Snook -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplin [mailto:ka...@striplin.net] Sent: Saturday, January 27, 2018 7:05 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] euro wagon https://www.ebay.com/itm/1980-Mercedes-Benz-200-Series-Wagon/122937408922?hash=item1c9fa3fd9a

Re: [MBZ] Dark Olive Green W115 280C on BAT

2018-01-29 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Oh my gosh! I love it. The green with the saddle interior! I Have always like the 250 Coupe! Don Snook -Original Message- From: Andrew Strasfogel [mailto:astrasfo...@gmail.com] Sent: Saturday, January 27, 2018 6:46 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] Dark Olive Green W11

Re: [MBZ] Taking rust free cars to Michigan

2018-01-29 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
This sounds like the Seinfeld episode of transporting the 5 cent deposit cans and bottles to Michigan to get the 10 cent deposit! My uncle was a small used car dealer for 40 years. He was semi retired and he and another guy used to go to the Auctions in Oklahoma and Arkansas and buy cheap ol

Re: [MBZ] 85 300D Rough Idle

2018-01-26 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
My father said that too. But, he once spent 3 hours putting a lawnmower together and had to take 3 trips back to the store to see what the completed version looked like. I believe in this cliché too. BUT, there are a whole lot of things that even if I want it done right, I don't have the s

Re: [MBZ] 420SEL?

2018-01-26 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Does that mean the 126 420 has the problem or not? Don Snook -Original Message- From: Curley McLain [mailto:126die...@gmail.com] Sent: Thursday, January 25, 2018 8:56 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] 420SEL? 420 is a M116, same as the 380. 560 is a M117. > Dan P

Re: [MBZ] 420SEL?

2018-01-25 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
That was my thought too. Don Snook -Original Message- From: Andrew Strasfogel [mailto:astrasfo...@gmail.com] Sent: Thursday, January 25, 2018 12:53 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] 420SEL? Sounds like a deal breaker. On Thu, Jan 25, 2018 at 12:37 PM, Dan--- via Me

[MBZ] 420SEL?

2018-01-25 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
I know the 560SEL is more desirable because the mileage difference is negligible between the 420 and the 560. Is there something else that makes the 420 SEL less desirable? Was there an issue with a timing chain. I can't remember the specifics. The price of this one is TOO HIGH. But, it su

Re: [MBZ] OT: DIY Shed framing kit for $42.00

2018-01-25 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
This sort of inspires me -- not that I will use the kit. But, I am considering building a garage for my new house. This is the house I am buying in the new town that we are doing the rehab on. It does not have a garage. I have looked at Metal garages and I can't decide if they seem like a g

Re: [MBZ] Kaleb Drive This Home!

2018-01-24 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Isn't that a lot of miles for a gasser? Did these need timing chains when they got a lot of miles. I do really want a 560SEL one day. I wish there were some interior pictures. Don Snook -Original Message- From: d...@penoff.com [mailto:d...@penoff.com] Sent: Tuesday, January 23, 2

Re: [MBZ] Might be nice

2018-01-22 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
You are right. That might be nice. What's the story on the heat stuck on? I'm going back too far in my memory to be accurate. So, these are great as long as they have the updated head? Is that right? With 275,000 miles it probably has already had it, right? There is a guy in McPherson w

Re: [MBZ] 240d cooling system flush

2018-01-22 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
That makes sense to me. That's what a coolant flush used to mean. Drain coolant, fill with water, run till hot, drain again, and refill. Don Snook -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplin [mailto:ka...@striplin.net] Sent: Saturday, January 20, 2018 2:32 PM To: Mercedes Discussion

Re: [MBZ] Fw: 1994 MERCEDES E320

2018-01-22 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
WOW! That is nice. Do these 124 wagons have the same issues with the rear suspension that the 123 has/had? Don Snook -Original Message- From: Fred Moir [mailto:fredh.s...@hotmail.com] Sent: Friday, January 19, 2018 8:54 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] Fw: 1994 MERCEDE

Re: [MBZ] Catastrophic Failure

2018-01-19 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
I'm pretty sure I can get $300-500 worth of parts off it for my current car. I just noticed my rotors are pulsating when I exit off the highway. But, now that I think about it, rotors might not be something I want to swap onto the car. Don Snook -Original Message- From: clay monr

Re: [MBZ] e300 cruise control

2018-01-19 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
I think I remember from working at the dealership, that the stalk that controls all that can go bad. There is a switch inside the wheel that fails and when it goes bad all sorts of things run through it and it causes weird failures. Don Snook -Original Message- From: Floyd Thursby

Re: [MBZ] 1990 E300D/2.5 Turbo Question #1: Odometer and Speedometer

2018-01-18 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Is this my old car (that was also OK Don's old car and then Kaleb's)? I thought the odometer stopped working a long time ago. If that is the same car, I am so happy to see one of this group still driving it. I loved that car. It is in the top 3 best cars that I have had. It was just a tad

Re: [MBZ] Catastrophic Failure

2018-01-18 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
e car still has 240,000 miles. Not sure what the cost of an engine would be? Labor? Seems like it would far exceed the value pretty quickly. Don Snook -Original Message- From: Randy Bennell [mailto:rbenn...@bennell.ca] Sent: Thursday, January 18, 2018 11:05 AM To: Donald Snoo

Re: [MBZ] Catastrophic Failure

2018-01-18 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
very 1972 220D - Gump - She was green, simple and ran 1995 E300D - Gave her life to save me against a Dame in a SUV POS 1987 SDL - Beware Nigerian Scammers > On Jan 17, 2018, at 1:11 PM, Donald Snook via Mercedes > wrote: > > Its been a while since I emailed. I am still recei

Re: [MBZ] Catastrophic Failure

2018-01-18 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
That was sort of what I asking about. I don't know how much time this is going to take. I would think I could get a lot of parts off in a weekend. The new house has a shed, so I suppose a few plastic storage containers could hold most of it. Don Snook -Original Message- From: Da

Re: [MBZ] Regina needs this

2018-01-18 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Could be a good project car. Its pretty rough, but with a lot of time and some money . . . Watch out for driver's throwing cigarettes out. Don Snook -Original Message- From: Mitch Haley [mailto:mi...@mitchellhaley.com] Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2018 5:58 PM To: Mercedes List S

Re: [MBZ] Catastrophic Failure

2018-01-18 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
OK Don wrote: "With your love of trying all sorts of different cars, I would consider whether or not you will want to keep the '99 running for the long term or not. If not, don't bother stocking up on spare parts that you will only have to get rid of later. If so, grab everything you can. Have

Re: [MBZ] Catastrophic Failure

2018-01-18 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Randy wrote: "Sorry to hear of your bad luck. My immediate thought is: How many miles on the 1999 and has it had the guides replaced? If not, you have another ticking time bomb and not much point in saving parts if the 2nd car is going to end up like the 1st." The 1999 has half the miles (12

Re: [MBZ] Catastrophic Failure

2018-01-18 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Floyd wrote: "Things that are somewhat consumable like AC compressor, alternator, PS pump, injection stuff, transmission, computers, brake booster, wiper motor and bits, etc. and whatever else might be easy (I guess tranny isn't so easy, but a high $$ item) like the radio, headlights, tailligh

Re: [MBZ] Catastrophic Failure

2018-01-18 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Mitch wrote: "Is this the one that you can sell windows for thousands each?" Not that I know of. But, this car does have the security glass. It is double pane and thick. But, I am started to get the minor spots of fog between the panes on two of the windows. I do wish the other car had t

[MBZ] Catastrophic Failure

2018-01-17 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Its been a while since I emailed. I am still receiving digest, but with my new job I haven't had much time to respond to any. I think many of you know I have two BMW 7 series. One is a 2000 740IL and the other is a 1999 740IL. The 2000 has almost 240,000 miles. Last week the poor car exp

Re: [MBZ] OT: New/Old Home Purchase

2017-11-16 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Z] OT: New/Old Home Purchase Have you sold your old house? Sent from my Galaxy Tab® A Original message From: Donald Snook via Mercedes Date: 2017-11-15 9:02 AM (GMT-06:00) To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Donald Snook Subject: [MBZ] OT: New/Old Home Purchase I remember a

Re: [MBZ] OT: New/Old Home Purchase

2017-11-16 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
esday, November 15, 2017 10:28 AM To: Donald Snook via Mercedes Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: New/Old Home Purchase 1. Are you high? ‎2. Contracting the work out (mostly)? 3. ‎Are you doing the work yourself?  If ‎number one, get into rehab (not a rehab house) quick! If number two, get a premium membe

Re: [MBZ] OT: New/Old Home Purchase

2017-11-15 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
From: Andrew Strasfogel [mailto:astrasfo...@gmail.com] Sent: Wednesday, November 15, 2017 11:00 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Kaleb C. Striplin ; Donald Snook Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: New/Old Home Purchase My ex partner (interior designer) had a real love for four squares. I thought I would

Re: [MBZ] OT: New/Old Home Purchase

2017-11-15 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Kaleb wrote: "Have fun" It should be fun AND frustrating and long and difficult and exciting. The sellers did make some immediate repairs when they bought it such as replacing several windows some of the wood floors have been refinished. There was a minor leak in the roof and they addresse

Re: [MBZ] OT: New/Old Home Purchase

2017-11-15 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Dan wrote: "http://mcmansionhell.com/post/166916762911/looking-around-american-foursquares Cool houses." That is almost exactly the floorplan of mine. The one exception is that someone in the past turned it into a 3 bedroom. The master bedroom is much larger now. Don Snook

[MBZ] OT: New/Old Home Purchase

2017-11-15 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
I remember a while back, Kaleb posted a link to an old house for a possible flip. I am moving 60 miles to a new town and have decided to purchase an old home that needs rehab. A client of mine is a developer and one his employees purchased a house a few months ago for a flip. They had some pe

Re: [MBZ] Beautiful W108 280SE 4.5 on BAT

2017-11-06 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Has anyone seen the NetFLix series "Bates Motel"? This is what Norma (Norman's mother) drives. It’s a modern version of the original pyscho except it’s a TV show and Norman is only 17. The one Mrs. Bates drives is also silver but has a darker interior. I have always thought these are beaut

Re: [MBZ] Fair deal or crack head?

2017-11-06 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
I think great deal if it has the updated head and its not rusty. Aren't these almost impossible to find? Don Snook -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplin [mailto:ka...@striplin.net] Sent: Friday, November 03, 2017 4:09 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] Fair deal or crack

Re: [MBZ] Turd or treasure?

2017-11-03 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Piles of animal crap at the zoo would call that a turd. What is redeeming about it? Don Snook -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplin [mailto:ka...@striplin.net] Sent: Friday, November 03, 2017 3:51 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] Turd or treasure? 500 obo Mercedes B

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-03 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
ie. Don Snook -Original Message- From: Floyd Thursby [mailto:buggeredbenzm...@gmail.com] Sent: Friday, November 03, 2017 10:58 AM To: Donald Snook ; mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq http://www.charleston-sc.gov/index.aspx?nid=481 This guy is about a stup

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-03 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
He looks like a City Councilman in Charleston should look. Don Snook -Original Message- From: Floyd Thursby [mailto:buggeredbenzm...@gmail.com] Sent: Friday, November 03, 2017 10:58 AM To: Donald Snook ; mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq http

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-03 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
OH WOW! I'll take the Jag! What a beautiful car! Don Snook -Original Message- From: OK Don [mailto:okd...@gmail.com] Sent: Thursday, November 02, 2017 8:17 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq Hmm - screwed up. Try this one: https://brin

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-03 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
I wouldn't have to worry about parking. I could pick it up and carry it with me. Don Snook -Original Message- From: OK Don [mailto:okd...@gmail.com] Sent: Thursday, November 02, 2017 4:51 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq Now this is a

Re: [MBZ] Photos

2017-11-03 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Thank you. My wife and Son are much better looking than I. Don Snook -Original Message- From: OK Don [mailto:okd...@gmail.com] Sent: Thursday, November 02, 2017 3:23 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Photos Good looking family - thanks for sharing.

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-03 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
An old southerner with a deep voice and a deep accent is the benchmark in my opinion for wearing bow ties. Perhaps one day next summer I will bust out my Seersucker suit, white bucks, and bow tie and go to Court. I'll have to try a southern accent. Don Snook -Original Message- From

Re: [MBZ] This guy is pretty optimistic

2017-11-02 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
A little pricey. BUT, the last year for 124 Chassis and a diesel. That's not a common car and some would be excited about the combination. Don Snook -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplin [mailto:ka...@striplin.net] Sent: Wednesday, November 01, 2017 9:47 PM To: mercedes@okieben

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-02 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
[mailto:ka...@striplin.net] Sent: Wednesday, November 01, 2017 5:26 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq Sent from my iPhone > On Nov 1, 2017, at 2:20 PM, Donald Snook via Mercedes > wrote: > > Most people assume my 18 year old BMW is more expen

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-02 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
We had some pictures taken with my wife and son. My son and I both wore bow ties. He is 6 years old so he looks much better in a bow tie than I did. Don Snook -Original Message- From: Randy Bennell [mailto:rbenn...@bennell.ca] Sent: Wednesday, November 01, 2017 5:17 PM To: Curt Raym

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-01 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Most people assume my 18 year old BMW is more expensive than it really is. It is also ALWAYS clean. I have an unlimited wash package so it gets washed at least twice a week. I don't want to drive a beater but I'm not totally hung up on status either. Around here a new Truck is more of a sta

Re: [MBZ] Michelin Premiere Review was RE: Tires

2017-11-01 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
at least > 20k miles and they are still like new. I can drive nearly full speed > in heavy rain and they never lose traction. > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Nov 1, 2017, at 8:57 AM, Donald Snook via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > > S

Re: [MBZ] And the blaming begins

2017-11-01 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Buy a mid 90's GM car with the 3800. 30 MPG and they are cheap. Don Snook -Original Message- From: Curt Raymond [mailto:curtlud...@yahoo.com] Sent: Monday, October 30, 2017 8:31 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Cc: fmiser Subject: Re: [MBZ] And the blaming begins This is a plan. An ear

Re: [MBZ] One For Kaleb

2017-11-01 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
WOW! If somebody had a set of sets and maybe some carpet, this looks like it could be great! Diesel and manual! Isn't the odometer repair relatively easy? Don Snook -Original Message- From: Rick Knoble [mailto:rickkno...@hotmail.com] Sent: Monday, October 30, 2017 7:55 PM To: me

Re: [MBZ] And the blaming begins

2017-11-01 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Greg wrote: "Once you accept the fact that it is ALWAYS the man's fault you will be much happier." Yep. Just ask Jimmy Buffet. His songs are full of wisdom. Don Snook (not the Son of a Sailor, but still a Parrothead) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To sear

Re: [MBZ] I give up, just shoot me now please

2017-11-01 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Geez. That's sucks. Sorry Kaleb. The damage to the bucket truck isn't bad. But, I'm guessing it is still going to be pricey. Don Snook -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplin [mailto:ka...@striplin.net] Sent: Monday, October 30, 2017 4:16 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com; davesl...@

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-01 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Rick wrote: "Man, you need some wealthier clientele, or start chasing more ambulances. Perhaps a pizza or two delivered to the ER with your business card attached every week? Heck, a GM service manager probably makes enough to afford a car like that Tongue planted firmly in cheek. Gotta p

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-11-01 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
There ya go. Sell the $500 606 turbo beater to Snook. Those things get 30mpg at 80mph, don't they? Mitch. > On October 30, 2017 at 10:04 AM Donald Snook via Mercedes > wrote: > > > I thought we were talking about a car for me? 😊 > > I'm interest

Re: [MBZ] Wasted oil change

2017-11-01 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Is it a pain to enter everything? Is it pretty easy to use? Don Snook -Original Message- From: Dan Penoff [mailto:d...@penoff.com] Sent: Sunday, October 29, 2017 3:06 PM To: Mercedes List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Wasted oil change Ohhh, I thought you were using Road Trip, the one I told

Re: [MBZ] 123 fuel mileage - was: Two Questions

2017-11-01 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
If he judges all his future cars on fuel mileage compared to the 190D, he is going to be disappointed in the future! Don Snook -Original Message- From: Jim Cathey [mailto:jim.cathey...@gmail.com] Sent: Sunday, October 29, 2017 11:20 AM To: Donald Snook Cc: Mercedes Discussion List

[MBZ] Michelin Premiere Review was RE: Tires

2017-11-01 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Speaking of tires, I can now provide a review of the Michelin Premiere. I have already put 7,000 miles on them. They are marketed for superior wet and cold traction. I can report that based on my experience this is a valid claim. My car had Michelins on it before and they were great. I'm

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-10-30 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
e deal? >> >> Sent from my iPhone >> >>> On Oct 28, 2017, at 9:30 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes >>> wrote: >>> There's a nice 78 300CD sitting here I could let go for cheapcheap, in >>> pretty decent shape. Starts right up, runs well. Needs

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-10-30 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
VERY nice cars. But, much too new and too much $$ for me. Don Snook -Original Message- From: Rick Knoble [mailto:rickkno...@hotmail.com] Sent: Friday, October 27, 2017 11:49 PM To: Donald Snook via Mercedes Subject: Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq ‎Just buy a 2014-2017

Re: [MBZ] 123 fuel mileage - was: Two Questions

2017-10-27 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
ng them. On Fri, Oct 27, 2017 at 1:41 PM, Donald Snook via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > If you don't like the 190D perhaps you should sell it. > > Don Snook > > -Original Message- > From: Jim Cathey [mailto:jim.cathey...@gmail.com] > Sen

Re: [MBZ] 123 fuel mileage - was: Two Questions

2017-10-27 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
If you don't like the 190D perhaps you should sell it. Don Snook -Original Message- From: Jim Cathey [mailto:jim.cathey...@gmail.com] Sent: Friday, October 27, 2017 11:24 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] 123 fuel mileage - was: Two Questions > > never, ever in my l

Re: [MBZ] 123 fuel mileage - was: Two Questions

2017-10-27 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
So, if I am sticking with Mercedes, I should look for a 190D. 36 sounds great! Don Snook -Original Message- From: Curt Raymond [mailto:curtlud...@yahoo.com] Sent: Friday, October 27, 2017 9:24 AM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com; mercedes@okiebenz.com Cc: fmiser Subject: Re: [MBZ] 123 fuel

Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq

2017-10-27 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
WOW That 300SDL is nice. But 405K miles? Wow. I don't think that would get better than 25 mpg. Right? It is nice. I am lusting in my heart for the Green 240D. My trip is 65 miles and I'm guessing it might take 15 to get up to 80MPH. Or will one these actually go that fast? It would get g

Re: [MBZ] Possible Project?

2017-10-26 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Max wrote: "Looks like a money pit to me, but then I know very little about 4-matic (aka $-matic). My understanding is that the first generation was flawed and subject to expensive breakdowns, but the second generation was pretty robust." Max also wrote: "I "read on the internet" about a fello

[MBZ] Two Questions

2017-10-26 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
With my new job, I have a 130 mile commute (that's round trip) for work. I am going to put my house up for sale and move to the new town. But, that could take a while. I'm considering finding another car that gets better mileage. My current BMW gets 23 mpg. (the speed limit on the interstate is

[MBZ] Possible Project?

2017-10-26 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Haven't been on the digest in a while. I started my new job last month and have been pretty busy. This wagon looks interesting. But, I'm a little afraid of the 4-Matic not working. Also, it says it stalls at Idle. Any ideas? Is this a money pit project or is a possible easy fix on the stall

Re: [MBZ] Road Trip

2017-09-07 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
When I had that car, I could get 32 mpg pretty easily. On one trip where I tried to keep it at 70 mph for long stretches, I got as high as 33. Don Snook -Original Message- From: Craig [mailto:diese...@pisquared.net] Sent: Friday, September 01, 2017 11:02 PM To: Mercedes Discussion L

[MBZ] Next step for Craig's Vehicle Evolution

2017-09-01 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Now that Craig has a Semi and a warehouse, this should be the next vehicle purchase! https://wichita.craigslist.org/cto/d/1978-ward-la-france/6278238904.html It would be very useful in washing the Semis or hosing out the warehouse! Plus, if you are in a hurry, most people will yield. Don Snoo

Re: [MBZ] OT: moving to a small town

2017-09-01 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Randy wrote: "I hope it works out for you Don. I had a look on the google maps and it looks like a nice small town with most of the amenities one is used to - and it is only an hour out of Wichita. Sounds like a perfect situation." Thanks! I was a little worried. But, my wife and I checked out

Re: [MBZ] Jon's 250S

2017-09-01 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Beautiful car! Love the color combo. But, is the a/c ICE COLD? That interior looks great! Don Snook -Original Message- From: Jaime Kopchinski [mailto:jaime...@gmail.com] Sent: Friday, September 01, 2017 6:37 AM To: mercedes Mailing List Subject: [MBZ] Jon's 250S On ebay: http:/

Re: [MBZ] OT: moving to a small town

2017-09-01 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Max wrote: "Sounds like the kind of small town that people don't lock their doors at night." Dwight wrote: "Sounds neat." Randy wrote: "But they sue each other??" Max and Dwight: Thanks, yea it does! Randy: I certainly hope so or I won't have much business! I'm just kidding - mostly.

[MBZ] OT: moving to a small town

2017-08-31 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
I have decided to take a position at a firm rather than keep my own practice going. So, I will moving from Wichita (a fairly large city) to McPherson Kansas (about 15,000 population). I didn't one interesting thing. My office is on main street right by the Courthouse. It is a typical small

Re: [MBZ] Speaking of movies

2017-08-30 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
It is fantastic. The scope of the filming is spectacular. It immediately makes the viewer feel the desolation and in typical Kubrik fashion, it is creepy, scary, and lonely at the same time. BUT, I think the most amazing opening sequence is Saving Private Ryan. Don Snook -Original Mes

Re: [MBZ] OT fire scare

2017-08-29 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
That is what I have always done. Mostly because it was one of the few things that would set my mother off. So, I developed a habit of not washing them (in the dishwasher). BUT, I never knew the reason. Don Snook -Original Message- From: Curley McLain [mailto:126die...@gmail.com]

Re: [MBZ] OT fire scare

2017-08-29 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
I have an older Kenmore and I don't think it has one either. Don Snook -Original Message- From: Randy Bennell [mailto:rbenn...@bennell.ca] Sent: Friday, August 25, 2017 11:04 AM To: Max Dillon via Mercedes Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT fire scare AND our Bosch does not have a heating elemen

Re: [MBZ] Allen took it in the behind

2017-08-29 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
Just catching up on digest and I saw this. I'm glad you are okay Clay. Make sure you get that checked out. I have been in a few wrecks and was stiff for 1-2 days. If it lasts longer than that, make sure you get real treatment. Don Snook -Original Message- From: arche...@embarqmai

Re: [MBZ] Should I buy a ML350?

2017-08-17 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
How much is the most important factor. Don Snook -Original Message- From: Mitch Haley [mailto:mi...@mitchellhaley.com] Sent: Thursday, August 17, 2017 3:40 PM To: Mercedes List Subject: [MBZ] Should I buy a ML350? 2003 ML350, 188k mi, hit in the left headlight, foglight, condenser, g

[MBZ] nice car, but Paint-Huffer price

2017-08-17 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
https://wichita.craigslist.org/cto/d/1985-super-clean-mercedes-500/6267941404.html Don Snook ___ 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/

Re: [MBZ] Tires Updated again

2017-08-17 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
count tire direct though, should be >> cheaper than tire rack. If you don't have your own tire machine and >> computer balancer like I do them them them to Walmart to get mounted >> >> Sent from my iPhone >> >>> On Aug 16, 2017, at 9:37 AM, Donald Snoo

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