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Originally Posted by Bengoshi2000
I've been car shopping here lately for a newer model car to use as a daily (or semi daily) driver and I just keep getting sucked in by older Benz. I assume everyone here understands this sickness...
So I've found a '72 280SE 4.5 locally that cosmetically, is about a 7 or 8 out of 10 (exterior and interior). Evidently it was in storage for the better part of two decades and the current owner has been bringing it back up to, and has allegedly achieved, daily driver condition. Before I do anything I'll get the records for the work that's been done. He's been very straightforward that he has no maintenance records prior to storage.
I don't know anything about these cars, specifically any trouble spots I should inspect IF I decide to go take a look at it. So I'm here asking for advice.
The overall question I have is the relative dependability of 280SE's and more importantly, parts availability.
What say ye?
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hi, Bengoshi i see you're in NC. i live in CLT and daily (as in it's my only car) my 72 4.5. mine is almost factory-stock, and i do a lot of the work myself. for what i can't do, i use charlotte star services here in charlotte (after making the rounds with other shops). there are a few local resources i've found for parts, specialty service, etc. (one guy in burnsville, nc has two massive metal buildings filled with parts he's amassed over the years). lmk if you want to meet up or chat and i'll share whatever i've got that's helpful. this is my second daily-driven 4.5, so i'm a willing participant to the experience.