Mark,
Thanks for the nice note. Yes, the 500 sold to a local fellow in Amberley. Nice guy, Merc enthusiast---I think a flipper though, but nevertheless, who am I to denounce capitalism
In any case, I'll keep you posted as to the status of the 300D. I saw my paint guy this weekend so we discussed timeframe of getting it done. I'll probably begin the strip down at some point next week while I still have my 190 16V to drive (before that's sold too).
Give me a shout re: the 420 anytime.