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06-08-2003, 05:10 PM
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early 60's 180 pontoon body car
I am considering picking up a 180 that a fella has for sale not too far from the house. Up till now I have been messing around with W123's. I drove a late 50's 220 model along time ago and was very impressed with that car and looking back, should have purchased it. Anyway, the car is in good condition, a little surface rust but nothing that couldn't be cleaned up and the interior looks real good. Right now it is not running and the guy said it will run but the carb needs to be removed and the fuel system probably needs to be cleaned up. All of the rubber seals need to be replaced and it looked like the rear differential was leaking a little. My question concerns parts for this car. Are they available? How about engine parts - water pumps and stuff like that. I have always like the pontoon body style and may pick this one up for my next "project" car. Any advice/guidance will be appreciated.
thanks
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06-09-2003, 01:26 AM
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There is a great web site for Pontons located by following URL:
http://www.mbzponton.org/ Noticed parts are currently for sale for both 180 and 190 cars on that site. Lots of info, pics, and contacts.
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1961 190Db retired 1968 220D/8 325,000 1983 300D 164,150
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06-09-2003, 10:39 AM
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180s are spartan - no wood and leather interiors and lack the smoothness and power of the 220s. Diesel versions are very underpowered. They are simple to work on, get decent gas mileage and once up to speed will cruise all day at any legal speed limit. Ride is decent. Handling is not up to today's standards but modern radials can make a big improvement there. Heating/defrosting is primitive and heater fans were OPTIONAL on the 180. Without them. no heat unless the car is moving!
If that 180 hasn't run in awhile, make sure the engine hasn't seized. Head corrosion due to old coolant can cause the coolant to migrate to the crankcase - check the radiator and dipstick. Non-power drum brakes require a heavy foot and some didn't work that well even when new. Expect to replace/rebuild brake hydraulics including new brake hoses. The usuall cautions about terminal rust in the floors and unibody. Look especially for rust-through around the frame rail mounting for the rear suspension arms. Good Luck. Happy Motoring, Mark
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