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Old 12-25-2012, 11:10 PM
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You guys all seem to be focusing in the engine alone,,
but remember that the 600sl also had the "ADS" suspension system,,,,,,which can easily "total" the car when it is time to purchase replacement parts for that system alone. Believe me, they are now getting old enough that I have seen this happen.

I've am in the position of having over 30 years of experience as an MBZ tech, have my own 8,000sq ft- totally equipped shop available, with ALL the needed special tools and info,,,,,and even with all of those things on my side, I still have zero desire to own one of those 12cyl cars.
The M119 engine 500sl- in my opinion- is a much better choice for a 129 chassis car.
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