6spmanualM120 said:
This is by far, my most favorite car in a long time here on MB market. A true ‘80s time capsule build with an open checkbook. Also, probably my favorite engine with the 5.4 displacement. Yes, yes, the 6.0 is more powerful, but with the 500 crank this is also more revvy compared to the ones with the longer stroked ones. Yes, the four valve engines are even stronger, but the maintenance, and potential oil leaks are real put-off. The ONLY mod I’d do to this one is put a 5speed Getrag manual with the AMG designed bell housing. That would truly wake this car up, and make it a real hoot to drive, with the eager reviving 5.4 engine. Again, fantastic car!!!!!
Not that it matters much, but it does not have an “airbag steering wheel”. The one shown in the gallery is the much sleeker, (prettier in my opinion) non airbag steering wheel.
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Barn Find: 1984 Mercedes-Benz 500SEC 5.4 AMG Widebody Project
6spmanualM120 said:
This is by far, my most favorite car in a long time here on MB market. A true ‘80s time capsule build with an open checkbook. Also, probably my favorite engine with the 5.4 displacement. Yes, yes, the 6.0 is more powerful, but with the 500 crank this is also more revvy compared to the ones with the longer stroked ones. Yes, the four valve engines are even stronger, but the maintenance, and potential oil leaks are real put-off. The ONLY mod I’d do to this one is put a 5speed Getrag manual with the AMG designed bell housing. That would truly wake this car up, and make it a real hoot to drive, with the eager reviving 5.4 engine. Again, fantastic car!!!!!1982 Mercedes-Benz 300SD
6spmanualM120 said:
Not that it matters much, but it does not have an “airbag steering wheel”. The one shown in the gallery is the much sleeker, (prettier in my opinion) non airbag steering wheel.