Does this happen with the door closed?

I think it is standard operating procedure NOT to be able to push down the drivers door lock when the door is open..

this is to prevent an unintended lockout.... it was that way on my 1972 280se...

i have never checked my other cars.

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1989 300ce 129k
( facelifted front,updated tail lights, lowered suspension,bilstein sports, lorinser front spoiler, MOMO steering wheel, remus exhaust,stainless steel brake lines). (Gone)

1997 s320 154k (what a ride). Sold with 179k miles. Replaced with Hyundai Equus

1994 e320 Cabriolet 108k



1972 280se 4.5 153k Owned for 12 yrs, sorry I sold it


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