HA. Well most are acceptably geared... that 300SEL is just all wrong. That 3.46:1 with no overdrive is just awful. The motor can take it, that is not the issue, it just wastes accessories and wears out the valvetrain. I really believe that car with a 2.88:1 diff and first gear start would be totally different.
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I'm not a doctor, but I'll have a look.
'85 300SD 245k
'87 300SDL 251k
'90 300SEL 326k
Six others from BMW, GM, and Ford.
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