just figured i'd introduce myself here. always had some newer mercedes but lately i've picked up a 79' 240d and 80' 280ce euro.
the 240d is a 4spd manual with everything being manual on it. It's in all around really great shape with absolutely no rust. Runs pretty well however it does have a few things going on.
- didn't smoke much at all when i picked it up, however after 2k miles it's started to blow blue smoke and run slightly rough. The glow plug light has popped on though when driving, so i'm guessing it's the glow plugs or just the relay? Sometimes the glow plug light won't come on unless you tap the steering wheel as well.
and no i'm not a fan of the painted grille or headlights..
and the 280ce. i'm not quite sure what to do with it honestly. it's a grey market euro with the 4spd manual. however, i'm confused by the vin numbers because they appear normal. (i was under the impression they were 8 digits). it's in pretty poor condition honestly. the trunk is rusted and coming through. the floors seem to be solid however there is some rust on the rocker panels. i wouldn't consider it a rust bucket, but it's not doing so well. Interior is in somewhat poor condition too. Oh.. and the engine has a knock/rattle coming from it. pretty sure its bottom end so the engine is probably dead
would anyone be upset if i parted it out and scrapped it??
steering wheel is usable and i'm curious if this was a factory option or just an aftermarket wheel. i'll probably put it in the 240d if it cleans up well.
one more for the road.
