1980

I hope this is the right forum. My oldish 240td (120k kms total from new and my car from new) has an auto box that slips. Most likely it is due to a service by a Bosch injection pump outfit that doesn't understand the intricacies of the vacuum control system. I am not sure what all the pipes...

See below. Condition: Used. I'd say they are more suitable for general interest and for nostalgia purposes than for collectors - they are OK but not pristine.

I have just bought a 350sl and want to give it a good polish up and to keep the condensation at bay through the winter months. Can any one recommend any really good brands / products with waterproofing capabilities. Will it do the chrome work as well? I'm a first time buyer of classic car so a...

Thought I'd start a new thread for this one.. apologies for all the questions! Can someone please tell me what would on been the factory supplied power window switches on a 1980 W123 230E (or as close as)? Mine have been retro fitted and at the moment are definitely not the correct...

Help needed. I have a 450SL that is running a bit rough and has been diagnosed as a leak in the Air intake breather hose. I have found this part impossible to locate even with the part No. The problem is that if we try and take it off we may damage it further making the car unusable and we...

Can any member recommend a workshop in the Manchester area that has expertise on these old Mercs. Most garages seem to be more familiar with modern cars and if it does not have a computer they are stumped. Thanks

My new/old toy has a problem that has confused my local mechanic. I still had to pay his bill of course. Whilst the engine sounds healthy enough, it is ticking over at 1500rpm in neutral and 1000rpm in gear. All Internet info put this down to the air control valve which I replaced with a used...

I have more or less committed myself to buying a 1980 450SL low mileage with good service history. Should pick it up tomorrow if as described. Just wondering if any member had owned one and would appreciate their opinions on maintenance etc. I understand that they are thirsty beasts but...

Mercedes-Benz 280 | eBay These cars are getting scarce and rust is an infamous issue, but this one might be ok-ish considering "full body renovation and respray four years ago": someone has spent money albeit standard unknown. Rare option of ac (for a 280 especially) and I've been advised it...

Hi I have a Mercedes C107 -380SLC- a 1980 model: the car holds 3 bar oil pressure when driving however when in gear at idle with the brakes on , the pressure drops to 1 bar and car seems to 'shake' and it seems as if the engine wants to stalls. Please advise how to cure this.

Morning all-I'm selling this on behalf of my father whom has owned it from new. It's a JVC RC-656LB, Stereo Dolby Radio Cassette. It's not mint, but it's in pretty good condition. Both telescopic aerials are in tact and everything works as it should. Collection only from Chessington (M25...

MERCEDES 500SLC 1980 RAREST POST WAR MERCEDES BUILT | eBay

Right I recently bought a 1980 450SLC which has been stored in a garage for years unused as a project. I got the car home, went to start it and the key won't turn in the ignition. The steering wheel is also locked and I can't move it! Don't have a clue what to do or how to move it onto...

Gents, Ladies Selling our beloved piano. owned from new. BRAND: KARLMANN exterior condition is very good.. there are some areas cosmetic repairs required to bottom edge of keys frame,on left and right ridges where keys sit and on one 5cm area of lit. There are small cracks around...

Hi, just signed onto this forum as I picked up the Mercedes this evening. It is in fair condition and has been garaged for the last five years. I plan a restoration. My knowledge is basic do first question is, how do I stop my front brakes staying on, causing hot discs and smoke etc.

Hello from West London. Have been a 280CE owner since January 2013. Reviving her back from a peroid of benign neglect and have clocked up 500 miles to date. Came with 12 months MOT, and a few bodywork and service item challenges that need addressing. Have already de-mossed the body...

Just Joined the MBClub after buying a W123 280CE, great condition, nothing needed fdoing to it, just would like to hear any comments on anything to look out for whilst running

Hi a mate of mine has a 1980 SL500 he is restoring got a message from him today as follows: I have a problem starting the merc. I wonder if you could post a question on the forum you're part of. I have renewed the following, plugs, rota arm, all leads, distributor cap & coil. Still not...

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Another nice looking but pricey 450 1980 MERCEDES 450 SEL 6.9 AUTO | eBay