I have an 82 300d, it has been sitting fo about 6 months. I don't need the car, and it is kind of borderline between sell or scrap. I tried to start it today. I went to put in a charged battery, when I connected the negative terminal, there was a little spark when the clamp went on, then smoke started coming up from around the alternator. After a few seconds of frantic running to get a tool, I managed to pry the clamp off. No fire! I looked at the fuses, all good. Obviously I have a short somewhere.

Any ideas where to look? I am a bit of a noobie.

Much appreciated

Peter

Who wants a parts car?