I don't know what his forum handle is and don't think he even posted on the thread, I never asked. All of our contact was by email and phone. Maybe Ralf will post up and introduce himself as the new owner. He is actually German and remembers his Grandpa having a 123 when he was a kid. This is his first MB, he was all grins and I am convinced he realizes what a great car he bought. Not just because of the condition but because of being a 123. He was on a plane with a one way ticket at 6:00 am the next morning after we agreed and going to drive it back to Colordo as his DD. Sure appears to be a great guy!! (But of course, right?!!)
I hope to have another 123 some day and this may sound odd but it would be a 123 that is not as nice as this one that way I will drive it and fully enjoy it!! I had temptations of turning this into my DD but couldn't even come close to pulling the trigger on that thought. I know, not uber collectible but damn sure uber nice!!

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Tom