Now here is a subjective queston, but here goes. How well would do you take care of your MB? I know we bash non car people for ignoring their cars and not changing the coolant, oil, ect.

So fess up how does your maintaince stack up!

For me I change all the fluids and filters ahead of schedual using only top of the line stuff. OE filters, Mobil 1 oil, trans, and rear end oil, MB power steering fluid, coolant, and brake fluid.

My SDL is also never (I mean never) dirty. I am a little fanatical about keeping it clean. Even my SD is well keep pretty clean.

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2016 Corvette Stingray 2LT
1969 280SE
2023 Ram 1500
2007 Tiara 3200

Impeccably!

But for the alternator squeal, cruise control amp busted, moon roof rails broken, I'm still workin on these issues!

Mobil 1? I expected better from you Hattie! Something along the lines of Redline, Amsoil, or Royal Purple synthetics...

As these 2 cars are our daily drivers, SD wifes, D is mine. We do not have any gassers, except for my 71 F250.
ALL maintenance is done by me and are serviced regularly, including the brake fluid changes, trans. etc.
Mobil 1 15-50 in both, NO oil leaks, knock on wood!
And the 300D is going to take us on a 2,200 mi. trip next week.
Would take the SD, but rear end ratio to low. (85MPH speedo).

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1985 300D California w/cat. (257,000 + Miles)
1980 300SD (208,000 + Miles)

seldom run the oil longer than my limit, 3000 if dino, 5000 if synthetic. but my car is often dirty. and i don't run the tires much past .5 tread wo putting new ones on. and i change the shocks when most folks would keep driving them because i like a good ride. i also am pretty good about the air filters and fuel filters.

and because i am running six cars and two trailers not counting my antique car i keep a log of all work and all fill ups on each car. if i didnt i could never remember what i have had done to which car.

but they dont get washed much. sorry.

tom w.

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[SIGPIC] Diesel loving autocrossing grandpa Architect. 08 Dodge 3/4 ton with Cummins & six speed; I have had about 35 benzes. I have a 39 Studebaker Coupe Express pickup in which I have had installed a 617 turbo and a five speed manual.[SIGPIC]

..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis.

i missed one in my count, i am maintaining seven. see what i mean about logs?

tom w

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[SIGPIC] Diesel loving autocrossing grandpa Architect. 08 Dodge 3/4 ton with Cummins & six speed; I have had about 35 benzes. I have a 39 Studebaker Coupe Express pickup in which I have had installed a 617 turbo and a five speed manual.[SIGPIC]

..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis.

i missed the suburban which i am not using but own and have for sale. eight.

tom w

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[SIGPIC] Diesel loving autocrossing grandpa Architect. 08 Dodge 3/4 ton with Cummins & six speed; I have had about 35 benzes. I have a 39 Studebaker Coupe Express pickup in which I have had installed a 617 turbo and a five speed manual.[SIGPIC]

..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis.

i change my oil when i can(between 3-5k) it is on its 3rd change now and i have put 9k miles on it since i got it.

ill change the transmission fluid before winter.

it stays pretty clean inside, the paint wont hold a shine and i refuse to wax it every 3 days.

i guess thats about it isnt it?

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How bad do you abuse your ride?

I keep mine up, and take care of them.

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1985 300D California w/cat. (257,000 + Miles)
1980 300SD (208,000 + Miles)

I do not 'MAINTAIN' my 300SDL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I care for her passionately..... I give her everything she needs and sometimes give her things that I want and feel she should have for my enjoyment...... Her maturity allows for some things to be delayed based on her level of need - knowing that it will be done soon (like her little incontinence issue in the driveway)..........

She appreciates the fact that we are trying to be more evironmentally conscience and loves the current 25% blend of WVO - kinda like perfume.... She smells great - especially amongst friends - easy to start a conversation.

I truly hope that this makes more sense than the original question...........

I am sure there are those out there that may feel the same way - but then again..........

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As I stand up in front of all of you I say:

My name is Stephen and I am a dieselholic!!!!!!!!!

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To end this little note - again - Thank You to all of you who have responded to my inquiries - and who have posted information over the past many years....... I search way more than I post - and my life is happy.........

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As I sit here this evening - I raise my margarita to you..........

Stephen

P.S. - And yes - I am happily married, 46, and the SDL belongs to our dog..... SDL stands for "Shaggy's Dog Limo" - Although Shaggy would really like a 87 Diesel Wagon....... Go Figure

SPS

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98 K2500 Suburban 6.5 Luxo Barge

"We cannot change the wind - But we can adjust our sails"

Yeah I have a few issues I need to resolve as well, my sunroof and lifters come to mind. But I'll get to everything in time it is an old car something is always going to be broke.

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2016 Corvette Stingray 2LT
1969 280SE
2023 Ram 1500
2007 Tiara 3200

I try to keep it in as good of shape as possible, I keep it fairly clean, I mean it never really looks "dirty" just "normal". My main focus is usually on maintaining the engine/tranny/etc....the mechanical stuff. I did add a few frills like my instrument pod where the cig tray was and my Kenwood headunit + sirius satellite tuner in the trunk etc....and my sheepskin seat cover

For the exterior I mainly just try to prevent/fix any rust, and keep it clean looking. I try to keep the wheels clean but after about 3-4 days the front ones are brake dust covered again I have a damaged right rear door (dented + the small trim piece on the fender is missing) that I cannot remotely afford to fix right now, I did paint it and try to make it look as nice as possible though. I also put a complete set of nice Goodyear assurance tires on it last year. There's a lot of things I could do to it but I am a poor college student and can't really afford everything I'd like to do....maybe some day.

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-diesel is not just a fuel, its a way of life-
'15 GLK250 Bluetec 118k - mine - (OC-123,800)
'17 Metris(VITO!) - 37k - wifes (OC-41k)
'09 Sprinter 3500 Winnebago View - 62k (OC - 67k)
'13 ML350 Bluetec - 95k - dad's (OC-98k)
'01 SL500 - 103k(km) - dad's (OC-110,000km)
'16 E400 4matic Sedan - 148k - Brothers (OC-155k)

I call mine a rolling resto. I keep repairing as issues arise. All fluids and regular maintenance are done on schedule. I also read all posts here and am constantly finding new things to check and fix such as plugged drains etc. To me this car is a labor of love. Sell it? Never. When I die the undertaker can put me in it and roll us both down the hole.

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1983 300-D turbo
1985 300-D turbo
1959 Harley Panhead chopper
1929 Ford coupe restored
I hang out with Boneheaddoctor at Schuman Automotive OBK#5
All liberals are mattoids but not all mattoids are liberal.

I keep everything topped off and change the oil around 5-6k miles. 309 K mi- no major problems.

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'85 300 Turbo Diesel- 308K

I'm meticulous about the important mechanical stuff, like fluids & filters and valve adjustment, and I write all maintenance in a log as opposed to just keeping a loose bunch of receipts. Of course there are also repairs that I do as needed. But if there's a worn item that's difficult to replace and it doesn't affect the safety or longevity of the vehicle then I tend to just keep an eye on it and milk it for all its worth unless it causes major discomfort to me.

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2004 VW Jetta TDI (manual)

Past MB's: '96 E300D, '83 240D, '82 300D, '87 300D, '87 420SEL