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Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 10-21-2009, 04:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,733
Posted By Q45Denver
[QUOTE=GGR;2321032]Well, a nice original...

[QUOTE=GGR;2321032]Well, a nice original convertible is out of bound for nmy wallet: I see some advertised as high as $150.000. Not sure they sell though... I see more of them advertised in the...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 10-21-2009, 12:19 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,733
Posted By Q45Denver
If the conversions are as cheap as the ones that...

If the conversions are as cheap as the ones that were listed on Ebay, then why not just sell yours and buy one that has already been converted? Not like there is much premiun on the conversions...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 08-31-2009, 10:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 988
Posted By Q45Denver
I may be biased but I would go with a low grill...

I may be biased but I would go with a low grill W111 280sec. Second choice would be a 250sec. Condition would be more important than a specific model. If you are looking for a reliable daily...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 07-17-2009, 02:52 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,735
Posted By Q45Denver
My main concern would be rust and dried out...

My main concern would be rust and dried out rubber. However I'd be on it in a heartbeat if it was a convertible.:D
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 06-24-2009, 04:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,419
Posted By Q45Denver
$250 for part and $2000 to install.

$250 for part and $2000 to install.
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 06-16-2009, 04:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,862
Posted By Q45Denver
Not that rare but probably adds as much as 10% to...

Not that rare but probably adds as much as 10% to the value depending on the model and condition. I've heard some people chop the whole roof off just to add one from a wreck. The electric roofs...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 06-04-2009, 05:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,800
Posted By Q45Denver
I've used Engine restore in the past on my 280SE...

I've used Engine restore in the past on my 280SE and it did seem to improve the smoking but it may have had something to do with the oil used since I added at the time of my oil change. It has...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 05-02-2009, 07:33 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,845
Posted By Q45Denver
You really need to check the fuel pressure and...

You really need to check the fuel pressure and clean the rust out of the tank.
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 04-12-2009, 05:50 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 15,057
Posted By Q45Denver
Don't you need to clearcoat to prevent the finish...

Don't you need to clearcoat to prevent the finish corroding?
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 04-10-2009, 02:58 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,258
Posted By Q45Denver
How long did you run it without oil pressure? How...

How long did you run it without oil pressure? How hard would it be to put some new bearings and rings in it while you have it apart?
Good luck. Nice car BTW.
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 04-08-2009, 08:48 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,867
Posted By Q45Denver
Sounds like a big job but will probably save you...

Sounds like a big job but will probably save you considerable aggravation in the end. Haven't had much problem with the fuse box but a couple of wires have shorted on mine. Would you retain the old...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 02-18-2009, 06:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 711
Posted By Q45Denver
Is it this one? ...

Is it this one?

http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/1038868250.html
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 02-08-2009, 04:23 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,768
Posted By Q45Denver
Napa is crap. Get from dealer.

Napa is crap. Get from dealer.
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 02-08-2009, 03:42 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,855
Posted By Q45Denver
Nice find? You might provide some contact info...

Nice find? You might provide some contact info in case another member is interested.

A 6.9 would be cool but mulitply repairs costs to mechanical components by a factor of 6.9.

Is the 5.0...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 01-16-2009, 01:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,028
Posted By Q45Denver
Original paint? Might be worth keeping. I...

Original paint? Might be worth keeping. I wonder if you could just apply a clear coat on top of it. I had a parts car with same color combo.
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 08-08-2008, 03:25 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,982
Posted By Q45Denver
Here you go: ...

Here you go:

http://www.topgear.com/content/videos/videos/161/broadband_wm.html

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lbC8NCz2SZQ
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 06-19-2008, 02:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,683
Posted By Q45Denver
I don't think a couple ounces of acetone in 10...

I don't think a couple ounces of acetone in 10 gallons will do much harm. At least not as much as 10% ethanol does.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 06-19-2008, 02:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,483
Posted By Q45Denver
How well would an automotive clear coat/base coat...

How well would an automotive clear coat/base coat system work on these?
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 06-12-2008, 02:14 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,787
Posted By Q45Denver
Question Not to get too far up field, but it is fairly...

Not to get too far up field, but it is fairly easy to convert NG into methanol which would seem more logical than growing corn to make ethanol which is actually a net energy deficit.
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 06-11-2008, 11:44 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,787
Posted By Q45Denver
I believe CNG costs about 1/3 as much BTU wise so...

I believe CNG costs about 1/3 as much BTU wise so it would make sense. It is fairly prevalent in Gov't vechicles around here. You could bump up the compression ratio and advance the timing to...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 06-11-2008, 11:39 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,787
Posted By Q45Denver
Talking Not sure, never checked, but you can buy a new...

Not sure, never checked, but you can buy a new Honda Civic that comes with one.
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 06-11-2008, 05:31 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,787
Posted By Q45Denver
Engines run much cleaner and could last twice as...

Engines run much cleaner and could last twice as long as there is no raw fuel running down cylinders. Not sure if legal but you could possibly refill yourself if you had a natural gas hookup at...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 05-23-2008, 09:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,021
Posted By Q45Denver
Junk yards don't know how to store parts, ...

Junk yards don't know how to store parts, Usually they are left exposed to the elements so the shelf life is not long. They crush $2000 in parts for $200 scape metal payment?

There was a recent...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 05-21-2008, 12:57 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,277
Posted By Q45Denver
Fortunately many MB parts can be rebuilt but this...

Fortunately many MB parts can be rebuilt but this also requires parts and labor is not cheap;
Get the best car you can find. Some of the high grill W111's are still reasonable. Check Hemmings.
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 05-04-2008, 05:16 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,173
Posted By Q45Denver
15 MPG combined for 1985 380se per EPA not sure...

15 MPG combined for 1985 380se per EPA not sure how you are getting 22 city.

http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/compx2008f.jsp?year=1985&make=Mercedes-Benz&model=380SE&hiddenField=Findacar
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 04-02-2008, 12:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,644
Posted By Q45Denver
You would do best to list this car on eBay. ...

You would do best to list this car on eBay. Attracts a much wider audience and overseas buyers. The weak dollar make these especially attractive. For whatever reason an verifiable original 3.5...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 03-24-2008, 12:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 861
Posted By Q45Denver
Hi, Does it smoke or have much blowby?

Hi, Does it smoke or have much blowby?
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 03-23-2008, 08:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,796
Posted By Q45Denver
Have you tried replacing the valve stem seals? ...

Have you tried replacing the valve stem seals? Fairly easy and usually the problem.
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 03-23-2008, 01:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,891
Posted By Q45Denver
Not a 300Se but formally owned be Madonna. ...

Not a 300Se but formally owned be Madonna.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1969-Mercedes-Benz-280-SE_W0QQitemZ220214251600QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item220214251600
...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 03-22-2008, 02:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,891
Posted By Q45Denver
Definately worth restoring as you should easily...

Definately worth restoring as you should easily get $50K plus restored. However, it might cost you $30K plus to restore and some parts might be hard to get-especially the suspension and engine...
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