Shimmy when braking

[Doug41]

My 1986 560SL front end shimmys on hard stops, and slightly moves the wheel on slower stops. Where should I start looking?

[Cy]

I would start with the front brake rotors. Sound like they are warped.

[G-Benz]

Tires alone will do this too...

[Michael]

I'm betting it's the front rotors. However, to eliminate the tires from consideration, try rotating them (and ensuring correct inflation pressures).

Good luck!

[oldbenz]

I had the same problem with my 87 560SL when I first bought it. I had the front rotors turned and new pads put on front. 12 thousand miles later and still no shimmy.