1977 450SEL 6.9 question for newbie
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1977 450SEL 6.9 question for newbie
Hello everyone, I have a chance to purchase a 77' 450SEL 6.9 that is for sale locally. I've owned and serviced just about every 5 cyl Audi you can think of, I'm no stranger to German vehicles or turning wrenches.
Just a few questions:
Are there any specific rust areas to pay special attention to?
Looks like 5? hydraulic accumulators, they fail regularly on Audi's I would imagine the same is true no matter what the make. Are they still available?
Its a low mileage car that has been sitting for several years and looks like it would be worth getting back into shape but after some research it looks to be a pretty rare model and I would imagine parts are difficult to find and most likely expensive.
Any input would be greatly appreciated.
thanks in advance.
-Jesse
Just a few questions:
Are there any specific rust areas to pay special attention to?
Looks like 5? hydraulic accumulators, they fail regularly on Audi's I would imagine the same is true no matter what the make. Are they still available?
Its a low mileage car that has been sitting for several years and looks like it would be worth getting back into shape but after some research it looks to be a pretty rare model and I would imagine parts are difficult to find and most likely expensive.
Any input would be greatly appreciated.
thanks in advance.
-Jesse
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I never purchased a 6.9, but wanted one in the past. All your assumptions are reasonable based on what I learned. The parts unique to the 6.9 can be quite pricey. There is a dedicated owners club for this car and other m100 powered Mercedes. Google up "m100 international owners" to find their website. There is a forum there as well - likely you will get a better feel for costs and potential problem areas over there. Good luck.
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1977 450 SEL 6.9
Hello everyone, I have a chance to purchase a 77' 450SEL 6.9 that is for sale locally. I've owned and serviced just about every 5 cyl Audi you can think of, I'm no stranger to German vehicles or turning wrenches.
Just a few questions:
Are there any specific rust areas to pay special attention to?
Looks like 5? hydraulic accumulators, they fail regularly on Audi's I would imagine the same is true no matter what the make. Are they still available?
Its a low mileage car that has been sitting for several years and looks like it would be worth getting back into shape but after some research it looks to be a pretty rare model and I would imagine parts are difficult to find and most likely expensive.
Any input would be greatly appreciated.
thanks in advance.
-Jesse
Just a few questions:
Are there any specific rust areas to pay special attention to?
Looks like 5? hydraulic accumulators, they fail regularly on Audi's I would imagine the same is true no matter what the make. Are they still available?
Its a low mileage car that has been sitting for several years and looks like it would be worth getting back into shape but after some research it looks to be a pretty rare model and I would imagine parts are difficult to find and most likely expensive.
Any input would be greatly appreciated.
thanks in advance.
-Jesse
Last edited by dikdaan; Feb 16, 2018 at 04:40 PM.
