Just wondering....How does a company which specialises in re-manufactured VDO's not be able to replace the processor? Like, what else goes wrong in these things besides the electronic components? Well, you solved your problem and are moving on. It sounds like your car has been a nightmare of endless problems. I'm convinced it costs more $ to keep an old car running than to own a newer model, especially these R129's, which were produced in limited quantity and are too complex for good reliability as they age. I haven't had nearly as many "issues" as you, but I must admit that some rather unusual things have failed; parts most other cars don't even have. I can't believe that the original owner of my 300SL paid over $100K back in 1991. I have the original purchase agreement. Good luck on your next vehicle. Tod

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