You have my deepest sympathy for your loss.
My geography isnt that good, but if you are within a long drive of some one like vstech or another member on here that does work on MB's, best you get your car to them.
In time, you may find that you no longer need your dads car to give you the great memories, often something small, like his key ring or his watch will be more significant to you as it can be with you always.
Larry Bible has gone through hell in recent time since his father departed, pity he is not so active on here at the moment to give some moral support that he would give so generously.
If you feel like a good rant, feel free to come and join the grumpy old diesel owners club on this forum. You will see what I mean when you read some of the posts !!
Good Luck & keep smiling
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I no longer question authority, I annoy authority. More effect, less effort....
1967 230-6 auto parts car. rust bucket.
1980 300D now parts car 800k miles
1984 300D 500k miles
1987 250td 160k miles English import
2001 jeep turbo diesel 130k miles
1998 jeep tdi ~ followed me home. Needs a turbo.
1968 Ford F750 truck. 6-354 diesel conversion.
Other toys ~J.D.,Cat & GM ~ mainly earth moving