1992 300 SEL, Carat; an Ebay buy 4 months ago, perhaps not a wise one, it blew up on way home while cruising at 60, which speaks volumes for the condition. Still in bits, but I make progress.
So far £1700 ( $2800...?) and rather less than the reserve asked... to date another £300 ( $490 ) in parts, and as of this weekend £550 ( $900 ) in alterations. Not including fuel.

Al