I have a 1984 500 SEL . It's a true gray market Mercedes. It has the vacum ajustable headlights, no smog equipment, & it runs very strong. My question. This mechanic tells me that the water pump is completely different than an American version. He tells me he would have to order a "special" German only water pump "$$$" or rebuild the one on it again "$$$". I know Mercedes can be different from market to market. Is this mechanic telling me the truth or is he greasing me up for a huge bill ? Any difinite answer on this, or is it a "Grey Area" ?
Thank You All.
Rev. Buzz