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  1. Martin280s

    W116 on Brazilian TV

    There is a new mini-series on Brazilian TV about women over 50 who refuse to 'lay down and get old'. I haven't seen it myself but one of the characters played by Suzana Vieira has a W116! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2thVvMNoiJ0
  2. Martin280s

    MB Enthusiast

    the January 2010 edition of Mercedes-Benz Enthusiast will cover not one but TWO W116s! If I am not mistaken a 280 and a 450, both SEs. Looks like it'll be a good read for us W116 fans. :)
  3. Martin280s

    What to look out for?

    I have decided that my affair in the W124 world must come to an end. After a rather expensive foray into the world of 'newer' Mercedes cars. I have come to the conclusion "they really didn't make them like they used to". Despite being a fine car...when 100%, maintenance has been very pricey and...
  4. Martin280s

    Seat bases

    The seat base on Lady Genevieve gave out ages ago and I had it fixed. However, the seat was never that comfortable afterwards so I started hunting down a 'new' front seat. I decided I'd go for the passenger one as it would have been used much less. This last week, I tracked down a donor car...
  5. Martin280s

    Rarity

    This car has caused quite a stir on the Brazilian forum. Some, those who know, say its rare and others who prefer 'rare' 107 convertibles say it's commonplace...I don't need to explain to this crowd! http://produto.mercadolivre.com.br/MLB-100239929-mercedes-benz-350-sel-_JM
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    Rare car for Ireland / U.K

    For sale in Ireland. This model was never officially imported into Ireland / U.K. It's only the second time I've seen one for sale there...
  7. Martin280s

    Happy Buildday!

    My Lady Gneviève is 33 years young today (12/11/1975) ! :)
  8. Martin280s

    A Brazilian Beauty!

    I was surfing the classifieds the other day and spotted this lovely lady. She looks so familiar, she's genevieve's older sister. Check out here dash! That stepped trim is so classy. http://produto.mercadolivre.com.br/MLB-81232072-mercedes-benz-280s-_JM And some others on offer...
  9. Martin280s

    Wow, I want one!

    Has anyone seen this amazing electric car? http://www.lightningcarcompany.co.uk/
  10. Martin280s

    Fixing the ignition

    Last week Lady Genevieve decided to have a tantrum! The multi-pin terminal on the back of the ignition some how worked loose. Nothing to dramatic but inconvenient. So how do we fix it? Tools 1 - medium Philips screwdriver 1 - 13 mm combo spanner or socket and ratchet 1 - 10 mm C spanner 1 -...
  11. Martin280s

    Off-road any one?

    Links to the incredible Mercedes-Benz G4. http://www.g-pro.de/Infoseiten/Der_Mercedes-Benz_G4/der_mercedes-benz_g4.html http://www.autosieger.de/article4938.html http://www.2iemeguerre.com/blindes/mercedezg4.htm http://www.autosieger.de/article4938.html Depending on your linguistic...
  12. Martin280s

    Interesting link.

    I know this link is in Portuguese but I think it's valid just for the photos. Enjoy... http://www.webkits.com.br/news/templates/news.asp?articleid=374&zoneid=30 Do have a look at the others links at the bottom of the page too "Artigos relacionados".
  13. Martin280s

    Does anyone know....

    Does anyone know this supplier? The price seems good for a complete kit. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=250292944234&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=015
  14. Martin280s

    Test driving

    This Saturday was the open day at our "not-so-local' stealership. There were only two models which stirred my curiosity, the E350 AMG and a standard CLS350. I had already driven the CLS500 and loved it but way too pricey (Then R$473,000:eek:). Anyway, 1st to go was the E350 AMG, well-appointed...
  15. Martin280s

    Does anyone have...

    Does anyone have a pair, or just left side, air conduit which takes the cooled air to the door skin? Mine is cracked, not by my doing I hasten to add! Note the FREER the better! Obviously, I'll pay postage to Brazil
  16. Martin280s

    Another curious thing...

    While Lady Augusta (W124) is in the car spa having a body rub and facial, Lady Genevieve is out and about. A curious thing has happened, the odometer has stopped turning even though the speedometer is fine. I had the cluster out and eveything seemed to be in order. The gearwheels have all...
  17. Martin280s

    My pulse is racing!!!

    Oh my, this has got my pulse racing and thinking about selling my W124! :eek: http://produto.mercadolivre.com.br/MLB-78148966-mercedes-bens-350-se-v8-_JM
  18. Martin280s

    Just for fun!

    Today has been a lovely sunny warm winter's day so I decided to take Lady Genevieve for a spin. I've got a new short term contract in the next town, about 6 miles away, so I thought it would be a good opportunity for her to have a spin. I just can't say it enough but, the w116 is such a...
  19. Martin280s

    Travesty!

    What a travesty! A Chrysler pretending to be a Bentley :eek:...whatever next???? http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/2006-CHRYSLER-300C-CRD-BENTLEY-LOOKS-EXTRAS-OVER-10K_W0QQitemZ130224869183QQihZ003QQcategoryZ18306QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
  20. Martin280s

    Troubleshooting D-Jetronic

    I found this article while I was looking for info as to why my W124 was not starting properly. I hope it is opf use to somebody. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Troubleshooting D-Jetronic No start and fuel pump not working; 1) Test the fuse, relay...
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