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I drive a 1973 everyday. The only thing outdated is the radio, and I jacked in my i-pod to remedy that. The car drives smoothly over terrible paved roads. And modern luxury car owners do notice and wave or come over to chat when I stop for fuel.
Sounds like you are assembling a plan that will get you back on the road. If your motor is already out of the car and mostly dis-assembled, you might even consider going all the way with a complete rebuild. Is there a machine shop that specializes in Mercedes engines near you? They can clean the parts and measure them to specification; if the valve guides are worn, they can change them, and check the valves, pistons etc. Then you know you have an engine that will provide another lifetime of service. Imagine how cool it would be to open the hood and see a brand new motor with the engine bay detailed and freshly painted?
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