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Old 03-21-2012, 11:10 AM
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Originally Posted by JPMOSE View Post
Never judge by what people are asking in price! Look at completed items on Ebay...that gives you a more realistic view point. While I like R129s, they are at that point where they are neither old enough to be classic looking or new enough to still be considered a status symbol (no disrespect meant!!!). They are also more complicated...loosing the "bullet proof" status that a R107 had. BUT!!! I still think R129s are wonderful cars.
Ironically, and based on personal experience, I've read from techs on here and in collector articles online that the m119 and 104 129s are, quote, "bulletproof."

If you pick up a model that hasn't been well-maintained, just like with a 107, you're in deep doo-doo potentially., as far as top hydraulics, peripherals, etc. But a properly-maintained model will last indefinitely. Also, we're talking the early 119s and 104s here.
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