My 84 500sel started displaying steering problems yesterday, and things have gotten worse. First, the steering wheel position started changing every time I straightened the car while driving. Every time I turned the wheel, it would catch, then slip. Each time, the wheel would be at a different angle when the car straightened out. Now, turning the steering wheel involves a lot of effort, then a grinding/scraping sound, and the wheels don't turn. They twitch, like the were almost going to turn, but it sounds like something slipped off and they don't turn.

Sorry for the incoherence of this post. I am definately NOT a mechanic. I just want to know what to ask when I call around for service prices.

thanks,
Jason