Based on the frequency of OVP problems reported, it does seem to be a design weakness. I'm told that the location of the OVP on the firewall directly under the windshield makes it highly susceptible to moisture and corrosion.

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1988 California version 260E (W124)
Anthracite Grey/Palomino
Owned since new and still going strong and smooth
MBCA member

Past Mercedes-Benz:
1986 190E Baby Benz
1967 230 Inherited from mom when she downsized
1959 220S Introduced me to the joys of keepin' 'em goin'

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