Granite230K

Hello,

We have has a 300SE in the family and are having some issues with the rear windows. There is a problem where the window will not go up or down and when driving, slides down and opens from hitting bumps in the road.

This issue has been fixed at least twice per side at the local MB dealer.

Im not sure what part exactly was replaced (will find out) but do know that its been the same fix each time. The windows work fine for a few months and then it happens all over again.

Is this something that is common on a lot of W140's? Maybe just early ones?

Any suggestions are greatly appreciated.

- Being a 5-Speed, i know there are not many. Does anyone have any info on how many were made or what years they were produced?

Thanks,

Antonio

waterman01

Window regulators are common to failure due mostly to the double glazing on windows i.e. heavy windows. Other issues can effect life of regulators other than weight, other issues may be present. Also as a little tid bit, try to allow the windows to roll up using the "one touch" method, rather than continually pressing on the window switch repeatedly to roll up windows.

The 300SE, 400SE, 500SE and 600SE were sold only for 1 year in 1992, in 1993 the badging was changed to reflect a commonality and as such became the S420, S500 and S600. Actually the 400SE is really a 4.2.

jjay911

I dont know how rare a 5speed it but I have two interesting cars that are related to this thread.

1. I have a 91 300sl manual Transmission Dogleg left Getrag tranny. I have been told that they only brought 160 of these into the states.

2. I have a 1994 300se( which dispells the theory that they were 91 threw93) It has the very rare Executive Seats that are Power Lumbar and reclining. I have attached a picture.

Side note if your ever interested in selling your 5 speed 140 let me know I have cash. JJ

Granite230K

Thanks,
Im sure it will be sold sooner or later. Unfortunately this is not a US car. Im visiting my family in quito, ecuador and this is where the car is. It is most likely the same tranny your SL has (dogleg getrag). Which by the way, looks very nice.

I see by your signature that it is for sale. What are you looking to get for it? And how many miles does it have?

- antonio

waterman01

Sorry, no 300SE for 1994. Please see link. 300SE made and sold in 1992-1993, I know this for a fact, been working as a mechanic at Barrier Mercedes Dealership for 20 years. the 1992-1993 300SE was rebadged in 1994 as S320. If your W140 is a short body it is a 300SE, if not you have the long body S320. Look up your vin number. Nobody is the world has a 1994 300SE, they did not exist.

Contact MB USA:

Request a copy of VMI and Original window sticker for your vehicle. Their fax number (MB USA) is: (201) 476-6213. Note: You must provide registration and drivers license for information.

If anyone can prove they have a 1994 300SE I will pay $1000! Look, I enjoy reading these threads, giving correct information for free. However, people please know what you are talking about when you give advice.


http://home.hiwaay.net/~gbf/mbmodels.html

jjay911

Ok I will split it with you. YOu can give me 500 bucks. My car is a short wheel base s320... and its a 94..

jjay911

My 300sl has 94500 adult driven 3 owner miles. I purchased the car 2 years ago for 16,000 dollar with 70,000 miles. I am looking for 14k. It comes with two sets of wheels. Im not including the 20 inch wheels unless someone wants to buy them. I was 6000 dollars for the wheels with tires. THe interior of the SL is Cream with a black dash.. I would still buy your 5 speed Se because I already have an S class so I would just cold plate the car...

NZ_Benz

Have you put your VIN into the Russian site to see the production date? Sometimes cars are registered as a different year from their production year as per when they arrived in the country they were sold in.

jjay911

The door sais 94, The owners manual sais 94 the title and carfax say 94 Nuf Said...

NZ_Benz

Wow, thats quite interesting, mind you with the four place seating and stuff I'm not suprised. They did make a SWB S320 in other years but this is the only SE that I'm aware of that is outside of 91-93, congrats on a rare car.

jjay911

Wheres my money...