Re: [MBZ] 1999 E320 - 110k miles - $4,700

2023-01-18 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Where, specifically, would one look for rust on this one? I dig that color combo. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 18, 2023, at 10:19 AM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > This looks fairly nice if it's not rusty. > > https://cincinnati.craigslist.org/cto/d/cincinnati-1999-mercedes

Re: [MBZ] 1999 E320 - 110k miles - $4,700

2023-01-18 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I think the usual places -- around the windshield/rear window seals, rocker areas, lower fenders, floors is where it normally starts. Anywhere that water/salt can sit or collect. On Wed, Jan 18, 2023, at 12:36, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: > Where, specifically, would one look for rust on thi

Re: [MBZ] 1999 E320 - 110k miles - $4,700

2023-01-18 Thread mitch--- via Mercedes
Seems like Spring Perch season doesn't get much attention like it did ten years ago. Is that still a thing? On 2023-01-18 12:46, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: I think the usual places -- around the windshield/rear window seals, rocker areas, lower fenders, floors is where it normally starts.

Re: [MBZ] 1999 E320 - 110k miles - $4,700

2023-01-18 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
Not sure about the spring perch, but it’s something I’d certainly check anyway if I were serious about one of these. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 18, 2023, at 10:54 AM, mitch--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > Seems like Spring Perch season doesn't get much attention like it did ten > yea

Re: [MBZ] 1999 E320 - 110k miles - $4,700

2023-01-18 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Yes it is a concern but as far as I know it can't really be checked visually. You need to remove the sealant/rubber mastic around the perch area to see if it's rusted underneath. Of course any visible rust on the inner fender in that area or peeling sealant is a warning sign. On Wed, Jan 18, 2