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To continue my observations on this splendid looking P5B Coupe advertised at $28,500.00. Previously, I have referred to the issues as far as the front suspension is concerned. If you have a good look, it is quite clear to see the suspension setting quite high, and that seems to be par for the...

I am looking at this car with a lot of interest from a number of perspectives. Some good, well mostly, some not so. In many ways it is typical of some of the shortcomings of the later P5B (1969-1973) models fitted with the ex Buick but Rover Company modified all Alloy 3.5 engine - unless I...

The manufacture of that Saab goes back to 1977 - at least, as indicated by those road wheels that were exclusive to the Saab, and it was also the model that was just about the first of any mass produced car that had a turbo charged engine. I well remember the cars being on display in the...

Spare Parts for sale ; Wheel Arch Moulds to suit 116 range - NOS, ver been fitted to a car. Pair of front brake discs - brand new. 6.9 New front disc brake pads NOS almost dust free unlike genuine units 6.9 New front disc brake pads - NOS, again almost dustfree 6.3 You no longer...

Sean, nice to hear from you. Still got your sense of humor and overflowing faculties. I know you won't agree, but they don't make them like this anymore - maybe just as well. There are one or two quite distinctive memories that stir the bit between my ears. My first, of many achievements...

It's an old thread, but nevertheless a very important one. One aspect that Oversize hasn't mentioned relates to using the genuine lifting jack when jacking up the car from various jacking points when removing a wheel for whatever service. Even if one depressurizes the system, one can still...

James in many ways is able to make light work of what at times can be a quite difficult task. In all my years of ownership of Gleaming Beauty I have only ever carried out this work on two occasions, and at that many years ago, With this lengthy break between doing that work, one tends to forget...

Thank you Bryce. Great to see such a variety of models on display. As a matter of interest, did you manage to snap a picture of the other 6.9 - if not, do you recall what colour it was ? BTW, what is the proper spelling of colour - this one or color. I am confused. Regards Styria

Believe it or not, it took more than a casual look for me to realize that the car pictured is in fact a 6.9 - not only that, but its condition is quite exemplary. It is evident that the car's owner is quite fastidious in getting and maintaining the car's condition to its present level and...

Hi Sergeich, can you post again - would like to hear from you on topklasse.org

Where is Sergeich these days ? At the front engaging in the Russian conflict with the Ukraine ? I mean, anything at all can happen these days. I mean, Serge joined TK in 2011, yet he still posted in 2025 - I think I am right with these dates. Well, what else do I "mean" - repetition ? I wonder...

Well, I haven't seen any of those pictures before illustrating the various stages of assembly. I personally have been involved in many stages of assembly and mechanical work on both the P5 Saloons and Coupes (1959 to 1973) as well as the Rover 2000/3500 (1963 to 1977) - my first Rover I owned...

The location seems to be Rural Victoria. I must admit to really liking that sort of enviroment - it conveys the feeling of peace and quiet. I really would love to see a little more of the property in general. The car itself - pretty good and workmanlike. I would worry a little about the...

Unfortunately, I was unable to make it - again! However, I really appreciate your efforts in utilizing your Classic Jalopy blog to post the photos you have provided us with. From a personal point of view, I much prefer this type of event as compared to say a one make Concours d'Elegance. It...

Hi James, a really rare find. It had become a grossly overpriced item from Mercedes, with pricing increasing to $350.00 from an original 120 in a very short time frame. In the end it became unavailable, and that was the catalyst in my decision to have an AMG Fibreglass mould made which resulted...

Still talking about the illustrated car. I wonder what under bonnet modifications have been carried out or if, indeed, a more modern engine and running gear have been fitted. Do you actually have any pertinent details on this car? I would be interested to know. Regards Styria

Certainly very, very classic look - just emphasizing what a handsome car the W126s are. Would I be correct in thinking the wheels as illustrated are not AMG units ? They certainly look fabulous. Regards Styria

Your efforts in cleaning and rejuvenating the leather upholstery has certainly paid dividends. Considering that the leather was fitted eighteen years ago bears testament to the excellent quality of the leather upholstery that we purchased from GAHH in the states. Just as an aside, I have just...

Hi Mark, is this the finished product ? I am not really referring to the colour scheme, but more so confirm that, in your estimation, Dora 2 can now be regarded as complete and finished as an every day road going car. It certainly looks the part with all AMG goodies, and I am sure you must be...