r107

I've been researching which model to go for, all engines appear strong. I've seen a 450 that I like. Are there any experts out there who can advise on what I should be on the look out for with this power plant. Thanks Steve

I have an 8 pin EZL ignition module suitable for W126 and R107 V8's, tested and verified as working on my own 1989 500SEC. £250 delivered ono

After taking my '84 R107 to various places to assess it for future bodywork (some small localized rust issues and a respray) I am leaning towards Hanstons in Altincham. I searched this forum for opinions on Hanstons and notice a couple of Hanstons enthusiasts ... and wondered if others have...

Anyone had a new hood fitted to their 107 recently - preferably in the South East? Are you completely satisfied - anything not quite right? I'm looking at having one fitted and wish to find a recommend fitter/suplier! Thanks

Hi. Just inherited a 500SL, 1989. I'm trying to prepare it for winter storage and waiting for a gap in the weather before valeting, drying out then covering up. Battery was nearly flat after storage, and the horn started going off…. and wouldn't stop all the time battery was connected...

Hi there, My husband's dad is clearing out his shed in Northern Idaho and has asked us if we'd like to buy his 450 SL. It has c. 40k miles, is in superb mechanical condition and is finished in rust-free black over black leather. The hard top comes with the car, too. Of course, it's a...

I have owned the car for the last ten years. It has 133k miles on the clock, a full MB / specialist service history, all the MOT's and every reciept going back from when i purchased it. It has been off the road since Feb 2012. Red with grey MB tex interior, it has no MOT or Tax at present...

can anyone help find chrome nearside and offside strips for the detachable hard top

At last service this summer it was suggested that the radiator on my 1984 SL500 could do with reconditioning - nothing serious but something to keep an eye on. Any advice on who could do this please? Thanks!

Just enjoyed my first summer with Miss Ellie, a 29 year old German girl that my wife approves my spending time with... I was hooked when the V8 first fired up. In great shape mechanically - I had her checked prior to purchase by John Vines of classiccarinspector.co.uk who did a very thorough...

Hi, I am looking for two hard top chrome lock nuts for the rear of a r107, I can't seem to find any anywhere, found a few front ones on ebay usa but none for the rear. The screws are there and can be turned with difficulty using pliers or a wrench but I need the chrome nuts that sit on top and...

Hi there - does anyone know what factory-fitted stereo would originally be fitted in my 1982 380SL? Would it be the Becker 612 Grand Prix? Any help gratefully received. Thanks.

I have done a fair bit of searchin on this but to no avail. My problem is the ABS light comes on once the car is started and stays on. If i restart the car it will go out. But if starting from fresh it comes on and stays on. The car has a new battery so doubt its low voltage. Any ideas? I...

Hi guys I have been offered a SL r107 chassis year 1988 Lovely car but has has the 420 v8 in her not a quick engine but here is my thought how hard would it be too fit c43 v8 into her I have all parts to go it it would be a project car Am I mad I have 4 years till vintage to finish it

Hey guys, wondering if I could get some advice So we have a 1980 SL in the garage at the momement which needs the rear hubs changed. The discs are off and the shafts out and we're at the stage where we want to get the hub off only....it looks like it needs a special tool. On the inside of the...

On my hols last week I could not ignore the handily timed local rally action.........where the first car to draw my interest was this R107 SLC rally car. Some pics: There are some pics of the build here: Macala Car The rest of my pics from the rally are...

Hi All, Selling my Wind Deflector on e-bay. Good condition as per the listing. Any questions, feel free to e-mail via e-bay or PM here. Mercedes R107 Wind Deflector SL280 SL300 SL350 SL380 SL420 SL450 SL500 SL560 | eBay

Hi - does anyone know what would be the original registrations plates on a 1982 380SL (R107)? I am guessing they would be the standard acrylic ones, rather than the metal ones with plastic raised lettering? Does anyone know where I can get the correct ones made up from?

Just had a call from the MOT test centre advising failure on "rear suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated ,resulting in excessive movement". Anyone ever tackled this? They reckon it will involve complete removal of axle. Is this correct or is there an easier (diy ?) solution . Also anyone...

Hello from Norway chaps! Trying to replace a few trim bits and pieces for my 1983 280 SL, and my eyes are bleeding when Im quoted the prices. examples: Part #113 - 330 pounds each! Part #110 no longer in production, can be commissioned for 1200 pounds each! Part #85 POA from...