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Old 05-25-2006, 11:53 AM
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second Benz?

I have a 1980 300SD right now, and I'd like to get another Mercedes. The question is...what? They are rare enough up here as it is, so I'm trying to figure out what would be a good addition to my 300SD that wouldn't be extremely similar, but that would make a nice second Benz.

And yes, I'm aware that any good Mercedes that I can find would be a good second, but if you had a 300SD and could only get one more, what would it be?
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If U think your 300SD is good, get a 300SDL. I know, I have both.

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Old 05-25-2006, 12:02 PM
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How similar are they? I'm looking for something nice, but different.
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Old 05-25-2006, 12:08 PM
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Dunl,

If U think your 300SD is good, get a 300SDL. I know, I have both.

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Mine are both 126's and that does have its advantages (and di$advantages). What would be a good pair up with a 116?
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Old 05-25-2006, 12:16 PM
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I did find one up here for $1000, but it has "some rust, and needs work".

Fuel line needs replaced as well.

Getting a good one would be hard, I'm sure.
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Old 05-25-2006, 12:27 PM
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I am kicking myself for not getting a 300TD when they weren't so trendy. That would be my choice, if you can find one now. I wouldn't care to gamble with an OM603 head issue- otherwise like the SDL.
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dunl,

Look on Ebay for a 300 SDL. I found 2 there I bought. Be patient and wait for the right one.

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Do the sdl'd come strictly with turbos, or are there turbo-less models?
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If you like the SD, you wil love an SDL. Especialy on the highway, simply no comparision.
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