May be looking to buy an older (late 70's, 80's to very early 90's) SL later this year and would like to ask:

- does the 300 model have the same engine as my '87 300E (70's, 80's and 90's models)?
- do all the 300's have that really high revving 4-speed automatic transmission/differential ratio like my 300E (2750 rpm @ 60mph)
- do all the 70's and 80's models have that bench seat in the back?
- do any of the 90's models have a bench seat in the back?
- is there a particular year to look for or to avoid?

Thanks for any advice you can give!

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'87 BMW 325 convertible (162k + miles)
'87 300E, 144k + miles (sold)
'93 Chevy Blazer (full size), 207K + miles
'89 Sea Ray 390EC, 2 x 454's, 1550 hours...
'85 AMF Sunfish

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