I've discovered that my rear driver's side brake caliper has seized on my '82 300D. So I'm looking around for a replacement and I see that for $25 more I can get "powder coating." Is there a practical need for this that justifies the extra cost?

Looking at this one here.

Thanks for any thoughts!

-Chuck

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1982 300D, anthracite grey, 260k miles, Greasecar
1999 E300D, black, 160k miles, Greasecar
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