Rust is the biggest enemy on a car of that era. The mechanicals are robust as all get out, but major repairs are expensive. Buy one that is in good shape and been taken care of and you can be very very happy, buy a turd and you will find it will be expensive to put right.

Get it checked out by a mercedes experienced mechanic before purchasing.

They're built and designed so well that they can drive very impressively and be carrying major defects.

Tom W

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[SIGPIC] Diesel loving autocrossing grandpa Architect. 08 Dodge 3/4 ton with Cummins & six speed; I have had about 35 benzes. I have a 39 Studebaker Coupe Express pickup in which I have had installed a 617 turbo and a five speed manual.[SIGPIC]

..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis.