I have aquired a new addition to my fleet. A very nice 1985 280SE with four speed manual transmission. I paid little for the car as it has a broken sway bar where the bar enters the upper control arm. I guess the years of service in Germany caused rust to accumulate on the bar where the bushings are at. Anyone ever changed one of these bars? Looks as if it is going to be a fun job.The body of the car is in really good shape with only a couple spots of light rust. I am really happy with this car and the little M110 engine runs very well and leaks no oil to speak of. I beleive the car is very unique because it still sports the Euro bumpers, no catalyst, and no oxygen sensor. This car was also built without factory air but was equipped with a dealer installed unit that uses a compressor very similiar to a Sanden. Will post some pics when I get some free time. Any sway bar help would be appreciated.

Aaron

Within the last couple years there has been a repair kit offered to fix the sway bar breaking there. You just cut off the broken end and weld in a new end. I've installed a few and so far so good. Not sure who is selling the kit off the top of my head, maybe adsit or one of the other MB aftermarket suppliers. Beats the hell out of pulling out the sway bar and replacing it.

I sure hope I can find that. I do not look forward to pulling the entire bar. Thanks for the info! Maybe someone else will chime in on this one!

Aaron