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300D owner needs help w/ 380SL
HI SL dudes;
I have been on this forum for over a year now mostly on the Diesel side; but always had a thing for SL's. There is now an '85 380-Class 380SL Convertible, for sale near me that I am planning on checking out. It is being sold at a non M-B "stealership", body looks nice from several pics' no visible rust, or dings; Interior is fair to midland. Crappy looking aftermarket sony CD, seats are typical for an '85. Small tears and worn looking..... It says 108K on the OD, but can't be confirmed as actual.... The '93 carfax lists it at like 23,000mi. If it checks out to be in good condition electrically & mechanically; what is a fair range to offer for this SL? Any common problems on these models to look out for? Thanks! AA
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Austin,
I have a 85 Sl. Some of the things to consider is the timing chain. Has it been replaced? If not it is probably due. Another thing to listen for is valve train noise. Lifter tap. If it has a noise on one or more lifters it could be more than you bargined for. I have my 85 tore down not for a flat camshaft cyl. #7. Check the maintance records to see what work has been done and also check the cost of replacing the time chain and associated parts. I do all my own work and just purchased parts today at the tune of 460.00 which included a new camshaft, rockers etc. through a mercedes parts outlet. If you do hear tapping noises do not purchase until you have it checked out. If you do not do your own work it could be expensive to repair. Haven't had a lot of problems although over the years but, in my opinion the 380 is a gutless wonder. I would look at a 560 depending on your budget. My 85 has 217,000 miles on it at this time. (wife's car) Hope this helps and good luck Boatjockey |
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