SL/R129: First SL
08-23-2012, 01:22 PM
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1992 400E, 1997 SL500, 2009 R350, 1977 Ericson 32
First SL
Hello,
I'm going Saturday to look at a 1997 SL500 with 121k miles. Although I have a 1992 400e and a 1993 300e, I have absolutely no experience with the R129. Any advice you could give me on what to look for and what to avoid would be much appreciated.
Thanks,
Charles Taylor
I'm going Saturday to look at a 1997 SL500 with 121k miles. Although I have a 1992 400e and a 1993 300e, I have absolutely no experience with the R129. Any advice you could give me on what to look for and what to avoid would be much appreciated.
Thanks,
Charles Taylor
08-23-2012, 05:57 PM
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Operate the top several times while looking for possible oil leaks
Look at the top condition overall as replacing won't be cheap.
Confirm that all the idiot lights come on when the key is first turned and then that none stay lit while running.
You probably know that "AC needs some gas" will probably cost several thousand.
Ask for any service records and examine them closely for trends, confirmation of regular service, and any large repairs that might have been done...
Oh hell.... Just read this.
http://www.mbca.org/star-article/jul...l600-roadsters
Look at the top condition overall as replacing won't be cheap.
Confirm that all the idiot lights come on when the key is first turned and then that none stay lit while running.
You probably know that "AC needs some gas" will probably cost several thousand.
Ask for any service records and examine them closely for trends, confirmation of regular service, and any large repairs that might have been done...
Oh hell.... Just read this.
http://www.mbca.org/star-article/jul...l600-roadsters
08-28-2012, 09:20 AM
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94 SL 600, 98 993, 89 XJS Conv., 85 Daimlier Princess 16 Hybrid Lincoln 16 Chevy crewcab
Smoke? what color? when ( on start from cold, on acceleration etc. ) M119 is a durable engine.
Trans shift ? smooth, hold in high RPM, shift points have been a problem
All the plastic will be aged, not a factor for me, but it is expensive per pound! I hate the expense but I want it done!
Have fun. cool cars are worth the time and money!
Trans shift ? smooth, hold in high RPM, shift points have been a problem
All the plastic will be aged, not a factor for me, but it is expensive per pound! I hate the expense but I want it done!
Have fun. cool cars are worth the time and money!
08-28-2012, 12:29 PM
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1992 400E, 1997 SL500, 2009 R350, 1977 Ericson 32
Thanks for the advice, guys. I got the car this weekend and had a great 125 mile drive home from where I bought it. I hope my wife doesn't figure it out, but I think I'm in love all over again!!
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1997 sl500 83 Elcamino 05 Caddie
Great car
I have the same yr & mod. It reminds me of a TV add. Every time I turn it on, she reciprocates. Time for a new top but hell She is worth every penny .
