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Posted By roberthead

I liked it, and was a reluctant sale. The new...

I liked it, and was a reluctant sale. The new family will love it. And they know their MB cars. so my great buy continues to bring joy elsewhere. I sold it at break-even, so no complaints either way.

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

07-26-2017, 04:31 PM

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trim parts sources

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Posted By roberthead

well, between pelican and eBay, managed to get...

well, between pelican and eBay, managed to get all that I wanted. New side trim, and other bits. Had to buy used rear bumper fillers (could not locate new), but think the ones I found in decent nick...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

07-22-2017, 11:31 PM

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trim parts sources

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Posted By roberthead

trim parts sources

I just want to buy a trim set - fender, door & rear 1/4 for both sides of the car. Seems hard to get a LEFT Door trim molding....?

Likewise I want to replace the two trim pieces on the rockers...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

07-22-2017, 10:18 PM

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Posted By roberthead

Well, the 420 has been sold, and the 560SL is in...

Well, the 420 has been sold, and the 560SL is in for body and paint. Downsizing to reduced parking space available....

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

05-05-2017, 10:00 PM

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Posted By roberthead

Drove the 420SEL home this past week. After using...

Drove the 420SEL home this past week. After using various online sites to invite bids from haulers, thinking of fly n drive scenario, I bit the bullet and we drove 1,000 miles from Ottawa to Missouri...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

04-02-2017, 01:05 PM

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Posted By roberthead

Recd title and receipts in mail. Recent...

Recd title and receipts in mail.

Recent windshield, brakes, transmission, mounts, steering seals, engine rebuild include rebore shaved deck crank valves rings rod timing cam etc, hoses, wheel...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

03-26-2017, 04:04 PM

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Split dash options? Advice pls.

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Posted By roberthead

Split dash options? Advice pls.

So, My 560SL has a dash cap. And so does the 420SEL I just bought (but have not yet picked up). Options for restoration? What is involved in having dash re-leathered? I am not a fan of the felt or...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

03-18-2017, 03:33 AM

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Posted By roberthead

When my car was shipped the idiot hauling it...

When my car was shipped the idiot hauling it broke a window on the soft top folding it in cold. Refused to pay for damages, etc. I was PO'd. Anyway, he has to live with himself. Bought a new top....

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

03-11-2017, 02:38 AM

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Posted By roberthead

Condition: Used Year: 1987 VIN (Vehicle...

Condition: Used Year: 1987
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): WDBCA35D2HA35xxxx
Mileage: 232,000
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Number of Cylinders: 8
Model: 500-Series
Transmission:...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

03-11-2017, 02:35 AM

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Posted By roberthead

a few more pics

a few more pics

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

03-11-2017, 02:34 AM

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Posted By roberthead

more pics

more pics

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

03-11-2017, 02:32 AM

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Posted By roberthead

Just bought '87 420SEL to pair with '86 560SL

So I took the plunge and bought another MB long distance. The 560 has turned out okay, and the 420SEL was a bargain, so worth the chance.

Now to find a transporter to take it from Troy Missouri...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

03-10-2017, 08:47 PM

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Posted By roberthead

Well, the 560 did not work out. BUT I did buy a...

Well, the 560 did not work out. BUT I did buy a 1987 420SEL. Rebuilt engine and transmission, new paint, no rust Missouri car. High mileage, but only 15k on rebuild. All new brakes, hoses,...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

02-23-2017, 12:04 PM

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Posted By roberthead

Car was MB serviced until warranties expired and...

Car was MB serviced until warranties expired and then regularly serviced by one decent mechanic for many years following. Went through close inspection every 6 month's needed or not.

The car is...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

02-23-2017, 11:54 AM

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Posted By roberthead

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02-23-2017, 02:52 AM

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Posted By roberthead

sl

sl pics

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

02-23-2017, 02:48 AM

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Posted By roberthead

pics

pics

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

02-23-2017, 02:36 AM

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Posted By roberthead

SL & SEL PUrchase & Repairs Advice pls

So with the SL tucked into the garage (very happy bout that purchase) I thought - why not a matching 560SEL. And so I located one.

I asked myself - do I want to buy a car with the work done...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

02-21-2017, 02:01 AM

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Posted By roberthead

Well, 319 was not rust. The car arrived, and...

Well, 319 was not rust. The car arrived, and first warm day I gave it a very attentive hand washing - looked it over with a microscope. Had an offer to buy it, and decided NO THANKS. This is a...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

02-19-2017, 12:14 AM

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What's your age, SL owner?

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Posted By roberthead

54. I was tired of trying to fit into my Spitfire.

54. I was tired of trying to fit into my Spitfire.

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

01-25-2017, 02:24 AM

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Posted By roberthead

It is a 1986. And my favorite MB color.

It is a 1986. And my favorite MB color.

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

01-14-2017, 11:32 PM

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Posted By roberthead

Oh yeah, recd brochures and a folder of all work...

Oh yeah, recd brochures and a folder of all work done on car (the articles on how to do). I obtained a carfax report when buying - which has helped me to understand when car reached what mileage...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

01-14-2017, 11:03 PM

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Posted By roberthead

more pics 5

more pics 5

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

01-14-2017, 11:02 PM

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Posted By roberthead

more pics 4

more pics 4

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

01-14-2017, 11:00 PM

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Posted By roberthead

more pics 3

more pics 3

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

01-14-2017, 10:59 PM

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Posted By roberthead

more pics 2

more pics 2

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

01-14-2017, 10:57 PM

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Posted By roberthead

more pics

more pics

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

01-14-2017, 10:54 PM

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Posted By roberthead

pics and details

So, the car is now at 194xxxmiles. I have noted the chain and guides were done in 2008 - when the car had 180xxx miles, so I am not worried about them for the moment. Oil was changed last Summer,...

Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum

01-13-2017, 05:30 AM

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