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This looks like a really good buy. https://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/cobargo/cars-vans-utes/1961-rover-3-litre-mk-2-saloon/1250625397 $3000 and much work done.

Could be an interesting conversion for something like a 500SLC or other 107. Expensive though. Would also be interesting for W113 but might hurt values due to non originality. Having said that, a good 5 speed conversion does not hurt (and often helps) values of classic jags, especially...

we had another thread about the struts used on the simple self-leveling system used on Many Mercedes benz models. There was a bit of confusion on the more complex struts as used on the 6.9 and also the systems used on the series 1 W126 and the series 2 W126. We already have a thread on the...

Pierre Makes some points around aftermarket wheels: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IYj7Jzz4txE IYj7Jzz4txE Thoughts?

This thread was to focus on the self-leveling rear suspension as found on countless models including 116, 126, 123, 124 and more. No front struts on these systems. Not the far more sophisticated system as found in the 6.9 and occasionally LWB 126. I have moved the content to a new thread.

Latest on the 560SEL: I took the seat out again and had a look at the adjuster. Using a power probe, there was constant 12v to one of the pins of the motor, and nothing at the other. When the switch is pressed, the voltage goes away. This doesn't seem right. The motor works by sending...

There is a mob in the USA rebuilding the SLS struts and they want about $750 plus core for a rebuilt one. That seems excessive. I could understand that for the more complex HPF ones though. This guy who gets good reviews on 600s also does the 6.9 ones so maybe could do the W126 as well...

This 420SEC looks like a nice car. UK import, It says its an 86 which would be before the 420 got a power bump. However, I don't think this is an 86 looking at the car. I suspect its a later car that was imported as an 86 to make the import worik...

This looks like a pretty good buy: . Documented history dating back to the original owner when delivered new in WA. Comes with books and service history . Also comes with confirmation in 1988 @162,500 the engine was rebuilt at a cost of $28, 478 . That's more than we are asking for the car...

Another nice 300SE. https://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/bossley-park/cars-vans-utes/1989-mercedes-benz-300-se-automatic-sedan/1249232031 Ad says 107,000km, but does not mention if it has books. Great price if it has books.

Here is one for you Sean. Only a couple of days left for bidding! https://www.shannons.com.au/auctions/2020-shannons-autumn-timed-online-auction/Z895U531F0O3CC52/ Guiding price 70-90k.

I,m not looking for a W116, but if I was, I would be interested in this car. I like its an import with the high comp engine and the velours. I like the colour too. As its a UK import, I suspect the instrument cluster has been changed, so I think its probably maybe on the expensive side...

This 300SEL doesn't seem too bad. Colour is a bit boring but overall looks in nice shape: https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/224029402775?ul_noapp=true FIN WDB1260252A483264 Model 300 SEL Engine 103981 22 087611 Transmission 722351 03 238232 Order Number 0 9 901 10882 Order Location...

I just had the exhaust done on my SEL. Somebody had replaced the kidneys and done a terrible job. You couldn’t get the hangers to line up and it was scraping the drive shaft. I replaced it with a stainless system sans kidneys. I can feel the increase in performance and you get a better...

I got this car insurance as on Facebook today. Obviously with targeted ads I get various automotive related content. Not sure how good the algorithms are though as I am about the last person the manufacturer can sell their latest SUV to. This one made me laugh though. I guess the point...

I have written a W126 buyers guide that can be found here. I welcome all feedback and comments to improve it. https://www.classicjalopy.com/2020/05/mercedes-w126-buyers-guide/

Spotted another one that had been hit hard from the rear, but looked like a nice one before it was written off. I bid at the salvage auction, but was outbid. Final hammer price was about $2350. WDB 126 039 2A 556444 FIN WDB1260392A556444 Model 560 SEL Engine 117968 22 091039 Transmission...

The MBCNSW is having a virtual car boot sale. I didn't have much time to go through my stuff, but this is what I posted in case anything is of interest to people here. All still available. 1) 1986/87 centenery pack for commercial vehicles - $50 2) Factory manual ASR II...

This MK III coupe is in worse shape than my old parts car. I suspect that its fate will be to be broken up. https://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/hurstville/cars-vans-utes/1967-rover-p5-coupe-mk-3-3-litre-automatic-/1245886995

This 450SEL is interesting. Clearly a UK import but I like the spec with red and velour interior. Would be high compression engine too. Looking closely, the car has a surprise: It was never fitted with A/C from new. Obvioulsy many lower spec cars in the UK were not fitted with A/C, like...