Thanks for all the input folks ,

I have made a decision to not tamper with the 500SL in any way , I will only go for the 25 year rule ( If I can get it ) and drive right hand side . I will save a lot of $ 's and have a unique car in the bargin .Also I will maybe want to return it to Aussie in years to come .

An Aussie in LA with a right drive car , and a guy that is slightly better looking than Paul , this could be dynamite . I think I will put an ad in the LA times and see what I get .

Many thanks

Den Downunder 1982 500SL Euro Red .