Well I found out it's a 75 not a 79. My dad took it to a mechanic down the road from him who has done a good job getting it road ready so far. He was honest with my dad and told him he would do what he could but would not attempt anything he wasn't qualified for. He got the fuel system cleaned out and also replaced some bushing in the suspension along with repairing the exhaust. Hey Kipp, I notice you are in S. Texas. Where abouts? I am in S.A. near Helotes, any clubs in town for owners of 107s or older MBs?