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Old 03-16-2007, 12:43 AM
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Is this a good price

1991 350sdl
200,000 miles
1 small rust spot by rear winsheild
1 worn spot on driver seat
small imperfections(it says a headlight is out, but its they all work,ect)

$4600, should I try for 4100, or is this fair...I dont want to rip anybody off.

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Old 03-16-2007, 12:49 AM
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The best deal is to avoid 350sdl's completely.
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Old 03-16-2007, 12:56 AM
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Better alternatives exist

This is the infamous "rod bender" diesel engine, there's more or less about a 50% chance that this example could be a bad one. Do a search for "rod bender". It COULD be all right, but I wouldn't chance it.

It's also way overpriced for what it is. Perhaps you'd be better served by looking at the earlier models, like an 84-87 SD or SDL sedan, without the trap oxider problem, and rust free. That's just my opinion.

Although it is written for gas powered W126 coupes, the buyers guide at www.mbcoupes.com is worth a look, for the tips.
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Old 03-16-2007, 01:01 AM
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The best deal is to avoid 350sdl's completely.
This is a true statement! The rod bending likelihood would take away any joy of ownership......
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Old 03-16-2007, 10:41 AM
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For a 350SDL yeah thats a good price.

For that same money you can get a much lower mileage 420SEL of similer year, buy the 420.

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