Newbie

[dproudfo]

Hey Everyone,

I just thought I'd go ahead and post an introduction thread. I'm brand new to the shop and thought that since I've been reading through it like crazy lately I might as well become a member. I wanted to make my first post on this board because my family as well as I are Diesel lovers (aside from Mercedes.) My father has been a Mercedes mechanic for over 30 years and I've been fortunate enough to have been driving them since the day I recieved my license.

My dad's latest car, '91 350SD Turbo is just about ready to turn over 500,000 miles (It DID have a rebuild at 225k) and this vehicle is my main motivation for trying to pursue a new Mercedes diesel for myself in the W140 chassis. Little did I know that our '91 was pretty much a diamond in the rough in terms of its engine reliability considering how bastardized this engine was. So, because I'm so stubborn on pursuing a W140, it looks as though unless I want to make a trip to Europe and get a later 90s 3.0 liter diesel W140 and import it, I'm S.O.L. The economics of the diesel begin to get weighed down too much with regards to spending an extra 8-10 grand for a well maintained 140 S350D. At this point I'm leaning towards the S320 for luxury and economy, so, I post this as an introduction to my little dilema and as a hello to all of the shop's members. I look forward to learning from everyone and hopefully being able to offer some advice in return. Thanks!!