On my way into work this am, I started hearing a light clunk from what sounded like upper left rear suspension. Got off interstate and into town and hit a bump and light clunk turned into embarrasing loud thunk, happens over every bump. Pulled into garage at work, and saw bottom of left rear shock, complete w/ bolts and jagged metal around bolts. I have to assume that my trailing arm is trashed? Has anyone else had this happen?

Like to hear input before I take it in for fix, as I don't have time right now. Any idea on time involved and related bushings that should be replaced?

Yes, others have experience! These threads might be helpful:

rear trailing arm broke

Rear subframe removal and bushing replacement

Need some advice on replacing the rear subframe bushings on my W126.

It finally happend (trailing arm issues)

w123 -- WhiskeyDan --- W123 1984 300TD wagon rear trailing arm bushings R&R

Please let me know if I can help. Sorry, I don't have a running car to lend you.

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Germantown, TN

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Sold last car --- 05/2012 1984 300D Light Ivory, Red interior
Cluster Needles Paint
New Old Stock (NOS) parts

Past:
3/2008 1986 300SDL "Coda"
04/2010 1965 190D(c) "Ben"
& many more

Car-part.com should have a replacement for a reasonable amount.

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