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Last time I got mine from Shane Herbert, and they were not that expensive, but that was W126 SLS cells, not 6.9

Many thanks Mark, really appreciate the update. starman

Mark, you are absolutely spot on - I could not have described it more accurately. It's all about that instant torque. Years ago I...

I think it's all about the torque. Lots of cars have more power now, but they don't deliver the pulling power. The 6.9 just surges...

I think for those that are taken for a brief ride can be quite an experience. Many cars have far greater acceleration from 0-100, but...

in honour of the recent replies to Dave's "convertible W116" thread, Grays has organised an W126-based "tribute"...

Thank you for advising of cancellation as I had intended to attend. However Bryce, I would also extend my appreciation for notifying us...

Many thanks Mark, really appreciate the update. starman

I have been in the USA for work these last two weeks, but had a free day in Northern NJ and stopped by the local MBCA chapter's car...

I have been in the USA for work these last two weeks, but had a free day in Northern NJ and stopped by the local MBCA chapter's car...

Check out this thread which is one of the longest on these pages!! https://www.topklasse.org/forums/threads/sphere-longevity.2436/

Styria Many thanks for the advice, no I haven't tested them, I've had the 6.9 for approx 8 years now and the ride is getting worse. Just...

Hi Starman, firstly I take it that your units are unserviceable - is it all five and how have you arrived at your decision to replace...

Hi All, hope everyone is going well, I’ve finally got the gearbox issue all fixed, Did take sometime due to other issues that were...

Mark, you are absolutely spot on - I could not have described it more accurately. It's all about that instant torque. Years ago I...