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Old 09-06-2006, 06:19 PM
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Originally Posted by dculkin View Post
In 1972, a few months before my 16th birthday, I paid either $600 or $800 (I can't remember) for a 1962 MGA. It was worth $250 tops. Needless to say, it needed some work from time to time. I was fortunate to live next door to the best mechanic I've ever met, a Brit who raced sports cars in the 50s and 60s. I learned tons hanging out in his garage.
sounds like me cept my benz was 2500$ and i overpaid by 1000$.. but alas no guy named klause next door that worked in the factory during the W123 period.. although my neighbor did own a 240D while in germany when in the army
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