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Old 01-20-2010, 12:18 AM
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Originally Posted by sd300td View Post
Yep, have all that stuff too. The metal plate wasn't an MB specific thing. You'll often hear about them on shows like Barrett Jackson, etc.

They were used by mechanics/dealerships, etc., to ensure proper parts, chassis codes, diagnosis, etc. were used for service/repairs/maintenance/parts ordering/etc.

Keep it with the car. Keep the car too.
Yes, I have all that stuff. I came with the car new when I purchased it in Dallas in 1983. I took it to the dealer a few times when new and they would use the metal tag to imprint onto the receipt (still have those, too) using what looked like the old style credit card machine.
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1983 300D, bought new, 215k+ miles, donated to Purple Hearts veterans charity but I have parts for sale: http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=296386
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