Quick update. I finally got around to replacing the motor today and it was pretty straightforward. I was able to remove the motor by removing the 3 bolts (10 mm) from inside and then doing some slight twisting. New (used) motor works fine. Cost me all of $25.

My old motor works fine but the gear is missing teeth (see the picture above - its about 2 1/2 inches in diameter). Anyone know where I can get another gear - maybe someone has a blown motor lying around?? I wouldn't mind having a back-up.

Ryan

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RG Newell

1984 300D
1972 250
1986 560SL
1991 300CE