Hi everyone,

My brother's 85 380SL, 140k miles on it, has trouble starting. it turns over and sounds like it is about to kick in, and it doesn't. it takes several cranks for it to finally start. When it is started, it runs like a champ, smooth and powerful.

What could be causing this? Bad distributor cap and rotor? Bad wires? bad plugs? something faulty in the fuel system?

Please let me know, I'd like to figure this out so I can fix his car if its DIY.

Alon

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'92 300CE
Metallic Black (Blue Flaked) on Parchment
Clear Corners
94-95 Tail-Lights
Debadged
Black Grille Insert
16x7.5 Chrome Speedline 5 Star Wheels
79k Miles

Future Upgrades:
Sportline Suspension
17" EVO II's in 7.5" or 8.25" Width
Euro Headlights
Performance Chip
AMG Exhaust
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