SL/R129: 90-93 Mercedes 300SL Gearbox Types
05-23-2014, 06:34 AM
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04 Jeep GC V8, 94 Subaru SVX, 67 Merc 250SL, 82 Merc 280SL, 1992 Merc 500SL, 2013 Merc SL350
90-93 Mercedes 300SL Gearbox Types
Hey guys,
As I was driving the other day, came across a nice 1991 300SL with the 24V engine. These cars have always caught my attention and check them out regularly. I've also seen a lot of 300SL 12v engine cars as well as 500SL. Not really fond of a V8 or the slow I6 12v, so the I6 24v as a compromise to my needs.
I always check the fenders for previous damage and all, as well as the soft top and its always leaky pistons. I finally came across one which has a good base, nice look (minus the big foot rims/tyres) and the right price (In my part of the world). And yes, I am an SL purist, will revert all the upgraded parts to the way it should + two tone paint.
One thing puzzled me though with the 300SL-24 gearboxes, I see some with the 2-3-4-D shifter, others with the 2-3-D shifter. Yes different gearboxes (not just the shifter). Is this correct? Because if memory serves right, the 24v engine comes with the 2-3-4-D gearbox and the D is operated by the electronic board (which is installed on the inner front fender).
Can you guys please shed some light on this before I purchase this car?
Thanks
Danny
As I was driving the other day, came across a nice 1991 300SL with the 24V engine. These cars have always caught my attention and check them out regularly. I've also seen a lot of 300SL 12v engine cars as well as 500SL. Not really fond of a V8 or the slow I6 12v, so the I6 24v as a compromise to my needs.
I always check the fenders for previous damage and all, as well as the soft top and its always leaky pistons. I finally came across one which has a good base, nice look (minus the big foot rims/tyres) and the right price (In my part of the world). And yes, I am an SL purist, will revert all the upgraded parts to the way it should + two tone paint.
One thing puzzled me though with the 300SL-24 gearboxes, I see some with the 2-3-4-D shifter, others with the 2-3-D shifter. Yes different gearboxes (not just the shifter). Is this correct? Because if memory serves right, the 24v engine comes with the 2-3-4-D gearbox and the D is operated by the electronic board (which is installed on the inner front fender).
Can you guys please shed some light on this before I purchase this car?
Thanks
Danny
Last edited by SilverSpear; 05-23-2014 at 06:51 AM.
