compress ignite,
Thank you for a comprehensive package of assistance.

I have emailed the local Bosch Auto Electrical service centre quoting the specified 10 digit number for the starter and the parts kit for it, to ask about the availability and price of parts for this repair.

I may still need to contact the European contacts you have provided.

For reference:
the part number I copied from my starter motor is 0 001 218 021,
but the Bosch catalogue indicates it should be 0 001 218 165
This should be the same starter motor as the W201 190D and the MB100 van with the OM611.911 engine

Regards,
Tony

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Tony from West Oz.
Fatmobile 3 84 300D 295kkm Silver grey/Blue int. 2 tank WVO - Recipient of TurboDesel engine.
Josephine '82 300D 390kkm White/Palamino int.
Elizabeth '81 280E, sporting a '79 300D engine.
Lucille '87 W124 300D non-turbo 6 cylinder OM603, Pearl Grey with light grey interior


Various parts cars including 280E, 230C & 300D in various states of disassembly.