We have (now) 3460 members, but at any one time, its the regulars who often post and reply. And their number? Perhaps (a wild guess) of 300?

What about the other 3160 members?

Just posting a thought.

Good day to all.

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... Kerry

126 tailed by a 203, 129 leading the pack.

I think some people join, ask their question, get an answer and move on. Also, some people may have actually SOLD their Mercedes. (I know this is hard to believe)

The next time we send out a mass mailing I will ask where everyone is.

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Bill Wood - Retired Webmaster
My Personal Website
1998 Mercedes E430
2010 Toyota Sequoia
My Photo Albums

Seeing that I intend on keeping my 560SEL forever, I'll be here for a loooong time! It's been a blast so far and rather addicting I might add. Incredibly helpful as well!!

W126, I like that 1970 Toro of yours. I've wanted a first generation model ever since I sat behind the wheel of a new 1966 in an Olds showroom. I was only six at the time and didn't have a good trade, so I had to walk away from the deal. Did the 1970 still use the drum speedometer?

Paul,

Yep, the Toro had the drum (Jag like) speedo from it's inception until 1970.

Fun to drive -- no Mercedes mind you, but they are exceptionally solid cars and well made. I can cruise @ 70 mph with very little wind noise (better than many new cars) and when I hit the bumps, nary a rattle. Again, it drives tighter than many newer cars.

My car, a "GT" designation, (400 HP, special cam, tricked out tranny, etc) has the same motor as the the "W-30" optioned Cutlass 442s. That means that the 455s were hand assembled. Factory blueprinted, if you will...

Thanks for the kudos!

Could we see a pic of your toro, W126?

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... Kerry

126 tailed by a 203, 129 leading the pack.

Sure!

Not the best pic, it's the ugly green monster!

I think I've seen a few of them in the movies - car-chasing bit. Didn't know what kinda car it is. Powerful ya?
Thanks for the pic.

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... Kerry

126 tailed by a 203, 129 leading the pack.

I used to work on those old(s) toros years ago. Thanks for bringing back the bad memories. Makes me glag I work on Benzes for a living now. Brian

Thanks for the comment, very thoughtful.