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Hi I'm looking for the steering column, including the cowling, from a 126 with the electrically adjustable column. Cheers John

This technique works on my 1986 v126 500SEL. It may work on other models/years, but I have no information on that. One of the few things I dislike about my 500SEL is the original design of the gearbox to move off in second gear. The car feels 'heavy' and less eager away from rest than I...

And another very fast Alpina! Is this where BMW got the idea for that weird bootlid on the 6-series? I am not a big Capri fan but these three were tasty Gorgeous coach-built BMW coupe Good sight-seeing on the roads...

Renault Alpine club well attended The non-club mixed parking areas are also worth walking round I love the SM, although this is not the best colour in my view The...

Big Alfa club display as usual Rare to see two Alfa 90s! Porsche corporate and club display 2. The car park Don't skip this section! The OGP car parks are better than any car show I have been to on the UK, and that is not a joke or...

A good display by Opel Fantastic old Mercedes Tha Alfa that we also saw at Classic Remise P1800 racer in the Nordschleife pits

We always see M1 racers at the OGP, it was great to see some road-spec cars on display also E21 2.8 Alpina Not racing, but it's always good to see a Stratos This 300SL was a strong contender for my favourite car of the weekend The pre-war Auto Union...

[post 1 of 6 due to forum photo limit] The Oldtimer Grand Prix is a fantastic event for classic car fans. I'd say it is a good contender for the best car event in the world, but despite thousands of visitors coming from all over Europe, and several British race teams, it's not well known or...

Hi, I think I'm missing something with the gearbox adjustment on my 1986 500 SEL. If I adjust the cable so that part-throttle kick-down is responsive, and the change-up revs are correct, the manual hold on the gear-lever stops working. If I slacken the adjuster cable, the manual change...

Hi, I'm still really enjoying my 500 SEL. I've done 30,000 miles since I bought it in 2010 and it is going well. However, I'm getting slight brake drag now, and the front brakes are slow to release sometimes, despite the car having new flexy pipes, callipers and pads (which move freely). I...

Hi, Wanted in West Yorkshire, professional windscreen fitter who is mobile and genuinely interested in old cars. This is a paying job of course, and I want a pro, but it's a modified car and I need to talk about the fitting and trim options, so I need someone who's genuinely into retro cars...

Hi The driver's electric window on my 500 SEL is not working properly. When I press the switch, usually the motor doesn't start and the window doesn't move. If I bump the glass gently with my elbow, the motor starts and window goes down. It sometimes stops part way up or down and require...

Hi, Wondering if the experts can help me. My 1986 500 SEL feels slightly unstable. It feels as if there is play at the back of the car that can cause a very small rear 'steering' effect, either left or right, depending on camber or bumps in the road. On a smooth road it is better, but...

Bit of a problem and I'm hoping someone with a store w126 parts can help! Yesterday I went to fit remanufactured front brake calipers on my 1986 500SEL because I've had issues with sticking pistons. One of the caliper bolts snapped off during removal, leaving the threaded part very...

Hi I need a good condition handbrake handle for my 1986 500SEL. Mine has cracks in it, I'd like one that is intact. Please PM if you have one to sell! Many thanks John

Hi I would like to fit a slightly smaller steering wheel to my w126, but still keep it looking original. I think someone told me that a w124 wheel would fit, and is smaller. Is this correct? And/or are there other options I should consider? Thanks John

Hi, After some help again! My 1986 500SEL has a strange noise in the interior that I can't identify or track down: - High-pitched buzz, similar sound to interference on a radio, but at a higher pitch and constant - it does not change with engine speed or road speed - Not a loud noise, but...

Hi Can anybody tell me the correct torque settings for mounting the w126 front brake discs onto the carriers? If it makes a difference, my car is a 1986 500SEL with the 300mm discs. Many thanks John

I have seen a w140 that I like, but I know virtually nothing about them! Can anybody point me towards a buyer's guide for the model? Thanks John

Hi I'm looking for a right-hand side front indicator for my 1986 500SEL. I want the OE orange lens. Must be in good condition please, with all three mounting tabs still attached to the back. Pls send a PM and I'll get back to you. Many thanks John