PCamp said:
I recall that the bumper height standards of the 70s and 80s forced some automakers to adjust the ride heights to meet the rules which meant some cars had a nose up attitude or at least had an offroad look to them, which of course is the current trend. I like the lower look and no doubt would enjoy the improved handling due to the lower center of gravity. The 4 dot pads could level the car out a bit. In my opinion optimizing the car for highway touring and boulevard cruising would make this car even more pleasurable to drive. The "slammed" look, where the tires are tucked up in the wheel wells, is going too far! At that point there is no suspension travel left. Nice car, good luck with auction, someone will get a nicely sorted SD.
I'd love to have for my 85TD, then again this "love" may be a bit spendy.
I know both the vehicle and owner and both are top notch. The car is beautiful and the owner... I'll stick with top notch. @drcbill is a Mercedes enthusiast and it shows in the condition of the car. Best of luck in the sale and an early congrats to the buyer.
This car seems to have the desirable 14 x 6" aluminum "steelies" with one piece hubcaps, a solid white line on the wheels indicates this, a broken or dashed white line would indicate 5.5" wide wheels. This car would have originally had 13" steel wheels with 2 piece "dog dish" hubcaps. The aly wheels are half the weight of the steel and the performance benefit can actually be felt due to the reduced spun and unsprung weight. These wheels are quite sought after by W113 Pagoda owners. I'd check with a magnet just to confirm. Good start towards a "rally" build with these wheels and the manual trans. I own a 68 W110 230 six cylinder version with auto box and had a set of the 5.5 wheels on it and it was a worthwhile upgrade. I actually like the short nose W110 over the longer stacked headlight W111... the car is a bit lighter and for me has a sportier look and feel. I am going to convert mine into a Carrera Panamericana or Targa Florio road race type build with a M116 3.5 V8 and manual trans out of a 72 350SL and suspension/brakes off a 72 280SE 4.5. These are great chassis to have a bit of fun with... stock or tastefully modified.
I am quite interested how this auction goes as I own a near twin to this car... an 85 petrol green 877 with euro headlights, 15 X 7 BBS gold mesh wheels and a Palomino leather interior... not that I ever want to sell. My car, currently with 309k miles, came with extensive records nearly, but not quite, as voluminous as this one. I have added a lot more during my ownership. The engine and trans in my car are original though, both still strong due to documented religious maintenance. I can't state how important it is to know such a detailed history of the car, removes the guesswork about what was done and what needs to be done. I felt quite fortunate to locate and acquire my car years ago and its records were a strong selling point. This car has quite a unique option list for a wagon with its rare Mushroom leather upholstery and heated seats (an option I wish mine had come with). Good luck with the sale @ariotofmyown and hope the new caretaker enjoys the car as much as I do mine.
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1981 Mercedes-Benz 300SD
PCamp said:
I recall that the bumper height standards of the 70s and 80s forced some automakers to adjust the ride heights to meet the rules which meant some cars had a nose up attitude or at least had an offroad look to them, which of course is the current trend. I like the lower look and no doubt would enjoy the improved handling due to the lower center of gravity. The 4 dot pads could level the car out a bit. In my opinion optimizing the car for highway touring and boulevard cruising would make this car even more pleasurable to drive. The "slammed" look, where the tires are tucked up in the wheel wells, is going too far! At that point there is no suspension travel left. Nice car, good luck with auction, someone will get a nicely sorted SD.New Old Stock AMG S123 Wagon Spoiler
PCamp said:
I'd love to have for my 85TD, then again this "love" may be a bit spendy.2002 Mercedes-Benz SL600 Silver Arrow w/39k Miles
PCamp said:
I know both the vehicle and owner and both are top notch. The car is beautiful and the owner... I'll stick with top notch. @drcbill is a Mercedes enthusiast and it shows in the condition of the car. Best of luck in the sale and an early congrats to the buyer.1966 Mercedes-Benz 200 "Fintail" 4-Speed
PCamp said:
This car seems to have the desirable 14 x 6" aluminum "steelies" with one piece hubcaps, a solid white line on the wheels indicates this, a broken or dashed white line would indicate 5.5" wide wheels. This car would have originally had 13" steel wheels with 2 piece "dog dish" hubcaps. The aly wheels are half the weight of the steel and the performance benefit can actually be felt due to the reduced spun and unsprung weight. These wheels are quite sought after by W113 Pagoda owners. I'd check with a magnet just to confirm. Good start towards a "rally" build with these wheels and the manual trans. I own a 68 W110 230 six cylinder version with auto box and had a set of the 5.5 wheels on it and it was a worthwhile upgrade. I actually like the short nose W110 over the longer stacked headlight W111... the car is a bit lighter and for me has a sportier look and feel. I am going to convert mine into a Carrera Panamericana or Targa Florio road race type build with a M116 3.5 V8 and manual trans out of a 72 350SL and suspension/brakes off a 72 280SE 4.5. These are great chassis to have a bit of fun with... stock or tastefully modified.35 Years-Owned 1983 Mercedes-Benz 300TDT w/1,200 Pages of Records
PCamp said:
I am quite interested how this auction goes as I own a near twin to this car... an 85 petrol green 877 with euro headlights, 15 X 7 BBS gold mesh wheels and a Palomino leather interior... not that I ever want to sell. My car, currently with 309k miles, came with extensive records nearly, but not quite, as voluminous as this one. I have added a lot more during my ownership. The engine and trans in my car are original though, both still strong due to documented religious maintenance. I can't state how important it is to know such a detailed history of the car, removes the guesswork about what was done and what needs to be done. I felt quite fortunate to locate and acquire my car years ago and its records were a strong selling point. This car has quite a unique option list for a wagon with its rare Mushroom leather upholstery and heated seats (an option I wish mine had come with). Good luck with the sale @ariotofmyown and hope the new caretaker enjoys the car as much as I do mine.