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  1. c107

    W116's sold here in Australia

    They were not. The ones not in bold are the years made, only bold ones sold here. Might not be that clear……
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    W116's sold here in Australia

    I'm trying to verify which W116 models were sold new in Australia in what years. So far I have: 1972 1973 1974 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980 280S x? x x x x x x x x 280SE x? x x x x x x x x 280SEL x x x x x x x 300SD x x x 350SE x? x x x x x x x x 350SEL x...
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    Eastern Suburbs Cars and coffee

    Couple of interesting contrasts. W113 pagoda vs E-Type, R107 vs C107.
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    1983 500SL

    what a great car, great to see the photos and hear the story behind it. I've always thought the R107 500 was the pick of the bunch, better than the later 560s for example. The Penta wheels look great.
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    1983 500SL

    I just noticed a new Member (Stephen Nemeth) had added some photos of his car to the Gallery. It looks lovely. Stephen, it would be great to hear a bit more about your car when you get a few mins. Link to the gallery: https://www.topklasse.org/forums/media/mb500sl-jpg.345/
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    Comment by 'c107' in album '1983 500 SL'

    What a nice car
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    C107's 560SEL

    Had the rear calipers rebuilt and new front shocks fitted last week. Finally all that pedders crap off the car. The pedders shocks were not that old and already falling apart. Making noises and the outer sheath was starting to break. I think the previous owner of my car was ripped off!
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    560sec ece

    the brake pad light came on recently, so friday nite went to change the pads. Looks like one piston has been doing the work of two. Measured the thickness of the rotor and it's almost out of spec too. Put the old pad back in until I can get these rebuilt - kits on order.
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    Car of the week

    That looks pretty tidy
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    Eastern Suburbs Cars and coffee

    Some photos of today: https://www.classicjalopy.com/2022/06/eastern-suburbs-cars-and-coffee-june-2022/
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    Eastern Suburbs Cars and coffee

    Well not really much notice, as the day crept up on me, but I am planning to go tomorrow AM.
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    Car of the week

    OK Results: Lot 250: 180 Ponton: $7,102. Lot 251; 190 Ponton: $4,220 - not bad for a barn find, but parts would be hard to find Lot 253: 220SE Coupe: $44,500. I think they overpaid given the condition. Lot 254: 280SE W180: $15,102: Def overpaid. That interior was hideous Lot 255...
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    Car of the week

    To expand on this, the bidding is online and works like grays. the lots have an end time but are extended by a few mins each time there is a bid until no more bids. Shipping rates for cars are quite competitive and the cars were dropped off to me without fuss. I didn't think the pictures...
  14. c107

    Car of the week

    Yes, I have. pretty painless
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    Car of the week

    If I had to guess, I would have to guess the red ones! For somebody that has access to a body shop, 259 could be interesting if cheap enough as nice ones go for $30-$50k. Obviously the 6.9, but the lpg would have to come out too. nice ones going for $30-$50, although it would take a lot to...
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    Car of the week

    Yes, I think with some attention it could be turned into a tidy classic.
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    Car of the week

    Final row. Lot 274: This one has been up a few times now. Ruined front spoiler, needs a general tidy up. I suspect that's because its in average condition but the seller sees the prices for nice ones and wonders why his/hers doesn't get those prices. At the right price could be a good...
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    Car of the week

    Lot 269: This looks like a quite nice car and worth keeping an eye on the price. Seems in nice condition overall. The headliner is quite discoloured, so I would want to make sure the sunroof drains are not letting water into the cabin. I think the series 2 wheels work really well on the...
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    Car of the week

    Lets see if there is anything better with the 2nd row: Lot 256: Fist one that looks halfway interesting, a great model in a great colour. Let down by having W108 seats, and I think door trims. Shame, as a W109 should have its proper equipment. I would pass on it for that reason alone...
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    Car of the week

    Lot of interesting cars coming up this weekend at the Lloyds Auction. Here is a bit of a preview. https://www.lloydsonline.com.au/AuctionLots.aspx?kw=CCEUR&pgs=100 Lot 250: The auction is all confused, on one hand saying its a 180, on the other a W180 220S. Its def a four cylinder...
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