Offficial W126 Picture Thread
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1984 380SE, 1989 560SEC
Here is a couple shots of my prize.
I rescued this car from the crusher. It was destined to be crushed by the CARB buy back program for not passing smog. 3 months chasing down vacuum leaks, a fuel leak(tank Vent hose) and $175.00 in parts to pass the smog test. I did spend more than that total, what with the "while I'm in here" syndrome, all new Vacuum lines and rubber connectors, new 3/2 Valve, Throttle body switch, and gasket, and a new exhaust system(only the cat was needed and in the total for smog).
I took these Last Monday her Registration date. Finally!
I present The Blue Bird.
1984 Euro 500 SEC #932 Lapis Blue Metalflake/#258 Orion two color Grey. 135,000 Miles
I rescued this car from the crusher. It was destined to be crushed by the CARB buy back program for not passing smog. 3 months chasing down vacuum leaks, a fuel leak(tank Vent hose) and $175.00 in parts to pass the smog test. I did spend more than that total, what with the "while I'm in here" syndrome, all new Vacuum lines and rubber connectors, new 3/2 Valve, Throttle body switch, and gasket, and a new exhaust system(only the cat was needed and in the total for smog).
I took these Last Monday her Registration date. Finally!
I present The Blue Bird.
1984 Euro 500 SEC #932 Lapis Blue Metalflake/#258 Orion two color Grey. 135,000 Miles
Last edited by Chadahar; Dec 7, 2008 at 02:56 PM.
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08 TSX, 98 Miata, 08 250R, 03 250EX, 08 NPS50
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Amazing car you have there.
I go through phases a couple times per year where I try to find a really nice W126 300SDL and I never succeed....
Given their invincibility, examples in nice mechanical condition always seem available, but I can't ever find one that LOOKS perfect. I guess I'll keep looking.
Truly the ultimate "modern" Mercedes. For those of us who will never have the money to own something like a 500K but still want a Mercedes that was literally built to last forever, the W126 is the best option.
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A Mercedes obviously!
Here is a couple shots of my prize.
I rescued this car from the crusher. It was destined to be crushed by the CARB buy back program for not passing smog. 3 months chasing down vacuum leaks, a fuel leak(tank Vent hose) and $175.00 in parts to pass the smog test. I did spend more than that total, what with the "while I'm in here" syndrome, all new Vacuum lines and rubber connectors, new 3/2 Valve, Throttle body switch, and gasket, and a new exhaust system(only the cat was needed and in the total for smog).
I rescued this car from the crusher. It was destined to be crushed by the CARB buy back program for not passing smog. 3 months chasing down vacuum leaks, a fuel leak(tank Vent hose) and $175.00 in parts to pass the smog test. I did spend more than that total, what with the "while I'm in here" syndrome, all new Vacuum lines and rubber connectors, new 3/2 Valve, Throttle body switch, and gasket, and a new exhaust system(only the cat was needed and in the total for smog).
There's something wrong with crushing a W126! Kudos to you for giving her a second life, she looks great!
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From: Atlanta, GA
1987 300 SDL
I am going to re-finish my original rims soon, but I don't know the code for the paint. I was able to get a Ford color that is very similar. Could you guys help?
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From: Sweden
w126 300D (380SEL), w124 200
it's the orginal grill.. i have just painted it black! =) (spell?
)
however.. a new pic!
i shall cut the rear springs so it will be lower, it will be nice
.. my english sucks! haha
and from the summer -08..
low?
)however.. a new pic!
i shall cut the rear springs so it will be lower, it will be nice
.. my english sucks! haha
and from the summer -08..
low?
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MB E320 -03
Wheels...
Hello!
Please tell me where did you buy these wheels?
They are exactly what I need...
sutipekka
veli-pekka.sutinen@kolumbus.fi
Please tell me where did you buy these wheels?
They are exactly what I need...
sutipekka
veli-pekka.sutinen@kolumbus.fi
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Mercedes Benz W126SEL
hi everyone
Hello,I'm new here and I would like to show you some pics of my beloved one( 500 SEL,1986).It's not looking so great because it's my everyday car and I live in a remote location.But I'm doing my best to keep her in shape.
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98 Black C43 , 12’ ML 350 Blutec
........what's up with the /////AMG badge ?
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2003 C 320 sedan
CA 86 560 SEC
Here is my 86 560 SEC Borbet Type A's rear 16x9 front 16x7.5, wald body kit on way from Japan. car has a lot more to go before done, lowering springs comming from germany along with bilsten sport shocks, SLS being removed.
Many interer mod's under way, wood being removed, carbon fiber replacing it, custom made door speaker panels, sun roof being welded shut, stainless being removed from trunk and rear of car and etc..... the list goes on.
not for the purest,
Many interer mod's under way, wood being removed, carbon fiber replacing it, custom made door speaker panels, sun roof being welded shut, stainless being removed from trunk and rear of car and etc..... the list goes on.
not for the purest,
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1991 420SEL & 300E, 2003 BMW X5, 2001 740iL all on DUBS
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Here is my 86 560 SEC Borbet Type A's rear 16x9 front 16x7.5, wald body kit on way from Japan. car has a lot more to go before done, lowering springs comming from germany along with bilsten sport shocks, SLS being removed.
Many interer mod's under way, wood being removed, carbon fiber replacing it, custom made door speaker panels, sun roof being welded shut, stainless being removed from trunk and rear of car and etc..... the list goes on.
not for the purest,
Many interer mod's under way, wood being removed, carbon fiber replacing it, custom made door speaker panels, sun roof being welded shut, stainless being removed from trunk and rear of car and etc..... the list goes on.
not for the purest,
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1991 420SEL & 300E, 2003 BMW X5, 2001 740iL all on DUBS
WOW! im trying to get my car on ur level!! got the rims and and paint just need the head/tail lights! ur car is clean
