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W126
Hello all,
I've asked many questions here before and I've been rewarded with great reponses from all of your knowledge and experiences. I've been car shopping for a while and this time round I've been able to be patient and will wait for the right car with the right colors and service records. I must admit, it has been a little frustrating playing the waiting game and I've changed from searching for a W124 to W124 coupe and now to a W126. I've spent some time reading the search section to help me decide which model will be right for me, and I believe the winner is a 1991 300sel. In North America, I believe these cars came pretty much fully loaded. Here is what I found: Dimensions : Wheelbase 121.1 in Curb weight 3,770 lb 1990: 3,785 lb Trunk capacity 15.2 cu ft Fuel capacity 23.8 gal *******comparing to a 560sel, the only difference is the weight* *Exterior Features : -Headlamp washers with wipers. -Locking and Security- Antitheft alarm system. *Interior Features : -Seating and trim- Leather upholstery. *****Electrically adjustable rear seat (560sel) Is this available for the 300sel? *****Heated rear seats(560sel) Is this available for the 300sel? -Audio, navigation and communication- High-performance 10-speaker sound system -Restraint systems- SRS with driver air bag. *Major Options- *Individually Available Options -1989-91: Front passenger air bag. -1991: Automatic Slip Control (ASR). -1988: High-performance 10-speaker sound system. -Electric tilt/sliding sunroof (no charge). -Heated front and/or rear seats. -Velour upholstery (no charge). Chassis - -Front suspension Independent double A-arms, lower arm with brake force compensation strut, coil springs, single-tube gas-pressurized shock absorbers, stabilizer bar. Rear suspension Independent diagonal pivot axle with semi-trailing arms, antilift and antisquat geometry, four constant velocity joints, coil springs, single-tube gas-pressurized shock absorbers, stabilizer bar (******560 had automatic level control*********) Wheels 6.5Jx15H2 aluminum alloy. Tires 205/65 R15 93H. 1989: 205/65 R15 94H. Brakes 2-circuit hydraulic power-assisted 4-wheel disc brakes. Antilock Braking System (ABS). Engine & Drivetrain - -Engine 3.0-liter inline 6-cylinder. -Net power 177 hp @ 5,700 rpm -Net torque 188 lb-ft @ 4,400 rpm -Compression ratio 9.2:1 -Fuel requirement Premium unleaded gasoline. -Fuel and ignition system KE III. 1990: KE-5. ********what is the differnce between the KE III AND KE-5? -Transmission 4-speed automatic Basically, the cars were equipped quite similar. My reading tells me that the V8 engine had a Guide rail problem and that the 6cyl was more reliable. I don't need much power, so the 6cyl is fine in that respect, but I would like to have the one with the best reputation. What is the differnce between the KE III AND KE-5? since Mercedes used KE-5 in 1990, was that a new and improve version? What I'm asking is am I right with the information that I gathered and what do you guys recommend to look for? Thanks for all the help |
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If you're interested in a 126, you might consider my daughter's 420SEL which will be available in early March -- many consider the 420 as the best 126 as it has V-8 power (the extra HP and torque are useful for such a big car) without the troublesome 560 air suspension. As indicated in the thread below, I have had a top independent (no DIY) do just about all the preventative work, including timing chain and rails:
low mileage refurbished '88 420SEL Only reason I'm considering selling it is that I have gotten daughter a 190E Limited Edition, tho we may keep the S for road trips where it excels. For official info on older M-B use: http://www.mbusa.com/brand/container.jsp?/overview/overview_engine.jsp&yearModelCode=88_SE300&class=88_S&menu=2_3
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'98 C43 AMG '88 420SEL '93 190E Limited Edition (including factory Sportline package) |
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Thanks c43amg I'll keep it in mind.
Seems like the car is in great shape and I'd love to see a pic if possible. |
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