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Hi guys. New member Kevin. I have just bought a 1979 sl350 107. My first classic car. I will upload photos tonight. Can't work it out on iPad. I am looking for a little help. I have the standard 14" alloys and I would like to swap them for the Earlier Pagoda steel rims with hub...

Rover bargain is pissing me off and is getting sold for as little loss as I can make. Useless piss of metal that should never have been built. More thinked, it's never run right (does not start at all now), and even if I get it sorted I don't think I'll ever trust it. On that basis it has...

Thinking of getting a little 'school run' motor, as the 280 is ok for the big miles, (had a lovely 520mi round trip to canterbury yesterday, never missed a beat) but it sucks for the 6mile dash 4 times a day. What should I look out for? And should I risk losing a seat and instead go for the...

Just seen this ... may be of interest: Shell Car Servicing Network You plug in your car's registration, and it comes back with a list of quotes from local dealers for minor service / major service / MOT. If you want you can then click a button to book. Says it's intended for vehicles 3...

Mercedes 170V 1938 Driving | eBay

Hi people I am from South Africa. We have a workshop specializing in Merc repairs. I have used the star diagnosis on newer models w202,w210 etc. and fully understand how all this works. I have only recently built an LED blink code reader for a w124 220E with a 111 motor (HFM-SFI).I tested...

I'm thinking about buying a 1999 A-class A160, auto, avantegarde and have a few questions. It's done only 53K and has a full service history + 1 years MOT. The bodywork, interior and engine bay look clean. 1. When does the timing belt need changed? 2. How do I check the auto gearbox? 3. Is...

I never knew old cars could be so beautiful. Its up for sale and im thinking of buying. Its a bargin at £1800. I already have the w203 c180k coupe and this would make a nice addition. Can anyone tell me about the 380 sec coupe 1985 what to look out for, common problems etc. Also will i be able...

1950 MERCEDES 170 VA,VERY RARE CAR NOT BEEN ON THE OPEN MARKET BEFORE | eBay How nice would this be when fettled

Just came across this site for older Mercedes owners. Has lots of explanatory videos. LOOKS GOOD check it out for yourself. Mercedes Benz Owners Best Source for D.I.Y Repairs, Diagnostics, and Quick Fix / Kit Solutions | MercedesSource.com Here's an example for old mercs but the same...

Im having a rethink over my entire motoring MO I love the SL55 and I am surprised I like a 7 year old car so much because Im a fussy bugger where it all has to be A1 perfect and as such the Mrs isnt getting a look in Im fed up with the Jag - yes its a decent car but I find it unloveable (if...

Hi all, Need floor pans for W114 1972. Hadrian cannot supply floor pans. Do you know of anyone else who might? Thanks

None of my cars have cup holders and it annoys me on a long trip as I like to sip on coffee. I tried many of the ebay offerings, cup holders that clip on the transmission tunnel, some that clip on the vents... all total rubbish. Anyway, I noticed a lot of american W124's, W126's etc seem to...

In response to a discussion on another forum , I posted the following clip of my Ponton being started , then one of the Fintail . Just thought I might as well share them here , too :)

sorry if u already know about it BOSCH FUEL DISTRIBUTOR DIAPHRAGM, MERCEDES BENZ NEW on eBay (end time 28-Jul-10 22:43:03 BST)

W201s & W124s......many have two-tone bodywork, whereby the lower plastic mouldings are a different shade or colour, in matt. Is there any significance in this? Does anyone know why this is/was? :dk:

Extract of internet article... French E10 petrol can damage older cars The ANWB says the biofuel which mixes regular unleaded fuel with Ethanol can damage engines of older cars. The Netherlands – The Dutch automobile association (ANWB) has warned car drivers about the French petrol E10, a...

There are often no manufacturer-issued CO2 figures for pre-2001 cars so finding a figure is problematic. Fortunately the Irish Government, ever-efficient in raising import tax revenue, has a CO2 database with figures for older cars https://www.ros.ie/VRTEnquiryServlet/showVRT You'll have to...

Hello, I have a W114 and I am trying to remove the stereo player on it and replace it by a newer model. However, I am struggling to take the old one out, do I have to remove any trim to do that? Thanks. Angus

Just wanted to say hello (first post) and ask a little about maybe getting an older merc that can run on veg oil. I currently run a Mitsubishi L200 pickup on veg oil. I have a twin tank and run one 100% waste vegetable oil when the engine is warm. I have been doing this for the last year or so...