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Originally Posted by 97 SL320
A few things to remember with an older car:
Prepare the car by changing high failure parts before the trip start is near.
Bring a cell phone.
Keep speeds down around 55 - 60 MPH.
Check oil at every fuel stop.
Watch oil pressure frequently in case an oil line or other failure occurs.
Worst case you rent a u haul and trailer to get the car back home.
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55-60 is likely prudent for a 240D, but not for a turbo 300d or better.
Oil lines, if original or leaky, are one of the items that should be replaced. Whether one runs at 55 or 75, the oil lines will see extended time at temperature, which is something that many of them don’t regularly see. And a loss of an oil line, while bypassable, is one of the messier and more difficult ways for a rubber part to get you stuck.